I found this place on Google Maps when we were looking for a dinner spot. It was packed and we made…read moreit just on time because there were 2 seats open at the bar! We ordered a few tapas to share: croquets de alheira and croquets de codfish. Both were so good! We loved it. The star of the show though was the pork neck tacos! They were so delicious! So much flavor and perfect. I got the lemonade and it was just okay. Nothing special. Overall, would 100% recommend this place! Make a reservation if you can but if you can't, would still try to stop by!

Pretty good! The restaurant is located inside the Sao Bento train station to the left as you walk…read morein from the tiled entrance. Definitely recommend making a reservation, I found it impressive that the hostess's reservation system was essentially a notebook and pen in this digital age. We did not see much of our waiter, since the restaurant was extremely busy and filled up with diners. Standouts: 1. Razor clams - I'll always get these if I see it on the menu. Cooked in this incredible garlic sauce. 2. Fish and seafood cataplana - delicious, tomato-forward seafood stew; I liked the version that we had the night before more which came with rice and was more filling. But this was basically a never-ending bowl of fish, clams, mussels, and shrimp. Add to that the fact that the restaurant like most in Porto did not have A/C and I emerged feeling like I had been sitting in a sauna. Skipped dessert; I had my eye on the Weeel! froyo truck parked outside. One more nit - the metal chairs are not comfortable at all for sitting a long time in.

So this place showed up on a bunch of lists of places to go in Porto, and for good reason - but I…read morewas having trouble finding the hours, so I figured I'd just get there around noon once I was in Porto, and ask. Around noon, someone did show up briefly to post a sign out front saying they were going to be opening at 12:45 that day (I asked out of curiosity; sounds like it's *often* 12:30, but it's really mostly a "they'll open when they want to" kind of place.) I knew it'd be the sort of place that would fill up immediately, so I got back at 12:30. At least that day, it turns out they still had 1 table left after they sat everyone there before they opened - that last table got claimed at 1, 15 minutes later. It's not a large space, and word is out for good reason. Given it's not a large space, it was also easy for them to have excellent service, which they did. You could tell they were all passionate about the place, and again, for good reason - it was great. Definitely one of the best meals we ate on that trip. Between the two of us, we tried: Complimentary bread and olive oil. One OMG fantastic, wonderful fish soup. The sort of soup you'd want to eat every day if you could. Croquettes that were pretty good. Enjoyable enough, perfectly crispy, a little too salty. Not nearly as memorable as everything else. The seafood rice stew for 2 - a description I always question ("for 2"), but true in this case. It was quite large - and great. Excellent shrimp, which I'm picky about. I'm even pickier about shellfish (clams, mussels, etc). I was expecting to give my wife most of them, but I did *not* do that. They really know how to get and cook the best seafood here. The rice at the top of the stew wasn't anything particular to mention - filling, though, and warming for the drizzly day it'd been that morning. The rice at the *bottom* of the stew, that'd been slowly cooking in hot stew the whole time, was *very good*. :D Wine-wise, they have like a hundred bottles of wine by the whole bottom, some very expensive, some *surprisingly* reasonably priced, but we also didn't need a whole bottle of wine with lunch - by the glass, they just had one red and one white house wine (also solidly priced, though, for a place like this, 6 euros (Be way more than that in the US. I had the red with the stew - solid.) Also a handful of solid-looking ports by the glass, one of which I had with dessert, a reserva tawny for 6.50 euros. After eating the stew, my wife tapped out. I was also pretty full, but I'd spent a lot of effort getting here and I was *gonna* have dessert, darn it. Had what was basically just a whole roasted stewed apple, cooked down until it turned to pudding. Super good. Went really well with a reserva tawny port. This place was great.

This was a low key restaurant located on a small street. The door was closed and locked so I had…read moreto knock before one of the staff came outside. Luckily for us the restaurant was only half full so there was no need to wait (weekday at 3pm). Odd hours for popular restaurants worked out the best for us on this trip. Inside there were just 8 tables so I can see why this place usually sees long lines outside. It was quite cozy. Menu was straightforward with appetizers, seafood and from the country (aka meat). The octopus rice was so good. The strips of sliced octopus were very tender and the flavors of this dish were delicious. It was comforting on that cold and rainy afternoon. The salt crusted seabass selection was delivered the with flare all covered in flames. Our server ignored the flames and proceeded to crack open the salt crust, fillet and debone the fish. Full service! The fish was meaty and perfectly cooked. The side of potatoes and broccoli was addicting and I normally don't eat a lot of potatoes. We skipped dessert but the menu was tempting. Besides the fish service it would've been nice to have a bit more proactive attention from our server. When we requested our check, she pointed out that out that tipping was not included and waited until we completed the transaction. Would return for the food next time in Porto.

Came here three years ago so I was excited to come back!!…read more This is one of the few restaurants that I've returned and it was just as amazing as my first time! The food here is LIFE CHANGING. Please ask the waiters what they recommend because there are some things not on the menu or they can make it a different way not listed on the menu. Did not get photos of the razor clams but they are by far some of my favorites! Get the grilled oysters and shrimp! You can make a reservation online or do a walk in for lunch. We have been there three times and they fill up fast for dinner!

Razor Clamtastic! Sinful scallops! It's on the corner and come during off hours, no line at 2pm…read moreon Monday! Pluses 1. Wow the best razor clams and scallops I have ever had! 2. Great music Hotel Costes like 3. Helpful service 4. Mojito sorbetti with rum 5. Good value for the amount of seafood Areas to improve 1. No printed menu just have to scan Highly recommended!

We read very favorable reviews of this restaurant, it was clearly a local favorite and we could…read morewalk to it from where we stayed on vacation. The focus here is on rotisserie chicken; they have other items but they're not the main event. It's very big inside, 2 stories and even early it's pretty busy. The chicken is well seasoned and very juicy; enough so that you know why it's So popular. Sides I can barely remember , but everything else was good- it's just that you will Always remember that chicken! Other than that, my only other clear memory of that dinner is that it was very reasonably priced. If I were in the area again, I'd return in a heartbeat. Highly recommended.

I am delighted that I tried this place. Upon walking in, there is a diner countertop that one can…read moresit at and basically watch the kitchen prepare your food. There is also dining upstairs. As I came in on my own I opted for the one open stool at the counter. The restaurant was busy on a Monday early evening, about 5:30-6:00 pm-ish, with what felt like mostly locals. They have a regular menu, a daily menu printed on the counter top, and they also do Take-Away. Their specialty is definitely their roasted chicken, which one can see cooking on spits at the entrance of the restatruant, conjuring such amazing smells that truly open up the appetite. The staff is sweet and did their best to serve me, with my English/Spanish and no Portugese self. Everything I ate was top-tier without being fancy. Simple and flavorful. I ordered a 1/2 chicken (way too much for me by myself) that came with batatas (french fries- which I didnt love), so I ordered a side of white rice and a salad, as well as what I would call a carafe of wine (it was definitely either two very healthy pours or 3 regular ones). All in all, I paid $15 euros, which I thought was a great value for all that I was given and how tasty everything was.

Tried this restaurant when I was at Porto…read more However, I was the last person to come into the restaurant because they still had an hour left until closing but there were only 3 people eating here. I really wanted to try the cod fish braga style Nevada I heard northern Portugal was famous for it. But when I got my dish I was highly disappointed. It was TOO SALTY. I'm sure the dish Is not normally that salty, I felt bad to send it back. I feel like the staff was tired and wanted to go home and didn't do a good job on my meal. However the front of house staff was not rushing me in any way. So that's why I'm giving this a 3.

Super friendly wait staff and great food. I had the francesinha and my friend had the grilled sea…read morebass. Definitely worth a visit!

A top-notch seafood restaurant on the Ribeira…read more Terreiro is the sister restaurant to the popular Taberna dos Mercadores featuring many similar dishes without the queue. Its patio has a direct view towards Porto's scenic Douro River. We came for lunch and were immediately seated on the 2nd floor of the restaurant beside a lobster & crab tank, overlooking the kitchen. The menu featured local seafood dishes including the Salt Crusted Seabass often set ablaze with fire. Our Garlic Shrimp (€10.50) came out hot and fragrant, conveniently de-shelled but with shrimp heads kept for the rich tomalley. We were quite familiar with this shrimp sauce profile, which made for a tasty dip with the sliced toasts. We followed this with piping hot Shellfish Rice (€25), a rich, hearty classic main course in a tomato base with loads of clams, mussels and shrimp. The portion in the stone pot was huge and filled a good 4-5 bowls. Initially we planned for dessert. But upon seeing a nearby family enjoy barnacles, we felt more adventurous and opted for this local delicacy too. At 200g for €12, we were served a large plate of boiled barnacles which were still briny and ocean-fresh from the Portuguese coast. Twisting off the leathery skin of gooseneck barnacle actually reveals meat similar to clam. It was fun and messy with seawater squirting in the process. The bustling restaurant felt relaxed, and by the time our first dish arrived there was a steady stream of local diners and expats beside us. The service was quite friendly although slightly overwhelmed by serving all of the nearby tables. Skip it or hit it? This was one of our memorable meals and definitely beat waiting an hour for its sister restaurant nearby.

Enjoyed the Seafood Rice, Hake Fillets with cockled rice and red Sangria! The waiter was helpful…read moreand attentive, frequently checking. Very good location and ambiance.

Exemplary Service, Incredible Modern Cuisine, and an Unforgettable Family Dinner at Tasco!…read more I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience at Tasco. This was our final night in Porto with three generations at the table--my wife, our two daughters, my parents, and myself--and we wanted a special place to celebrate the end of an amazing trip. My wife had walked into their famous neighbor, Muu, the night before to see if she could get us in, but they were completely booked. However, the co-owner of Muu and Tasco couldn't have been more festive or welcoming! He accommodated us by booking a table for our group at Tasco--their sister restaurant right next door--for the following night, and he even did a shot of tequila with my wife to celebrate. Talk about incredible Portuguese hospitality! Traveler Tip: Tasco is co-owned with Muu, literally right next door, and shares some of the same kitchen facilities and culinary staff. If you can't get into one, definitely check the other--you're getting that same exceptional standard of food! We were seated in their fantastic private dining room, which was perfect for our family. Tasco serves elevated modern cuisine designed to be enjoyed family-style. We started with the Cogumelos Mágicos (wild mushrooms) and the Cyber Punk (fresh tuna sashimi)--both were incredible and packed with flavor. For our main courses, we shared the Rib Eye, Black Angus, and Supremo de Robalo (sea bass). Every single dish was cooked to perfection and loved by everyone from the kids to my parents. As impressive as the food was, the service during a chaotic moment truly set this night apart. Mid-dinner, my wife accidentally broke a wine glass right on the table. Before we could even feel embarrassed, our server stepped in with total grace and composure. They cleaned the entire area seamlessly without disrupting the flow of our meal, and upon noticing my wife had a small cut on her finger, they immediately brought out a bandage with genuine care and concern. From the warm tequila-fueled welcome the night before to looking after us so thoughtfully at dinner, the team at Tasco delivered exemplary service from start to finish. If you're visiting Porto and want incredible modern dishes, warm hospitality, and an unforgettable vibe, Tasco is an absolute must-visit!

All of our dishes were super fresh and seasoned, albeit a tad too salty. I really enjoyed the…read moregrilled octopus. It's the best cooked octopus I've tried in Portugal, super tender and a nice char. A little on the expensive side, but great flavor. I wish it had more bell peppers on the side to add some sweetness. We also ordered tuna tartar, burrata with sun-dried tomatoes, and slow cooked veal. The tuna tartar was fresh but could have used some jam or freshness from some citrus. The burrata had a great creamy gazpacho sauce with fresh sun-dried tomatoes. And the veal had a nice tender wine flavor. The dessert was amazing, a trompe l'oiel lemon with lemon sorbet and a sweet cookie crumble. The lemon had a light chocolate crust and was filled with cream and lemon curd. Such a beautiful and tasty end to our meal.

A foodie friend of mine recommended this spot - it was a recommendation from HIS foodie friend. We…read morehad just been in Portugal for a couple of days and hadn't really had any amazing culinary experiences yet. This restaurant was about a 15 minute walk from our hotel, by the water. In the evenings that walk by the water is pretty busy - we lucked out and there was one empty table for 2 people at this restaurant. We were seated immediately. Our waiter was very warm and friendly. We ordered two dishes - the squid ink risotto which had octopus and the Bacalhau pasta with tomatoes in a kind of saucey broth and some flambeed prawns. The prawns came first and the sauce on it was subtle, very nice. We shared a bottle of dry white wine that was lovely and light - it went down a little too easily. When the mains came, I tried the squid ink pasta first - it was beautiful and buttery. I wouldn't normally order octopus, but that's what the dish came with and it was the top recommend from our friend's friend. The octopus was cooked decently, but I've definitely had it more tender. And then I tried the bacalhau pasta.... The pasta was made in house, the broth that it came with along with the richness of the tomatoes and the saltiness of the bacalhau was just heavenly. I'm going to be thinking about that dish for a long time - it was unique and just absolutely unforgettable and delicious. During our dinner they had to turn quite a few groups away because they were too busy. Definitely worth coming to for that pasta dish!

We ordered octopus risotto, oyster with caviar and cod spaghetti! Foods are average but more…read morepricey. But the view is really good and service is really nice.

After a failed attempt to get a reservation at Tapabento, we ended up making a reservation next…read moredoor at Madeira Taste. The restaurant may look small with a few visible tables when you walk in, but there are more tables on the second floor. There are 2 wait staff and they were very friendly and helpful. We ordered the grilled octopus and the linguine with shrimp. After we ordered, the wait staff brought over a complimentary drink in a shot glass. They said that it was a traditional drink from Madeira that consists of lemon, orange, honey, and rum. The grilled octopus was cut in half, accompanied by some sliced vegetables and potatoes, and placed on top of a layer of olive oil. The octopus was tender in the center and cut away easily. The linguine with shrimp was very creamy. The linguine noodles were cooked past al dente. They were soft, just the way I like. I don't know what's in the sauce, but the creaminess and the flavors were quite addicting. I highly recommend this dish.

We arrived in Porto on the train in the cold rain. We got soaked waiting for our Uber and wanted…read moreto go someplace very close. When we entered for an early meal after 6 nowhere near 7) we saw a long bar, a tv on and only a few tables. We aimed for a table far from the open door. We ordered a bottle of red wine and vegetable soup, a grilled pork and a roasted pork dinner. The food was comfort food that was delicious, the wine was great and the service was casual. At the bar sat a few guys watching a football game with gusto. We enjoyed the entire experience and urge everyone in Porto local or visitor to get a wonderful meal and local dining experience!

Delicious spot right on the water! We went here for lunch and it was perfect, we had a number of…read moredifferent tapa style small plates that were great for sharing with a few people while sitting outside and looking out over the water. The staff was wonderful and we didn't have a ton of time and they were very accommodating. All the food was delicious and we especially enjoyed the sweet potato dish!

Get the cod fritters!! & something so memorable here was a mushroom barely dish. it came in a small…read morepot to the table and was surprisingly really good taken it looked like a simple risotto but it was explosive with flavors.