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    Cervejaria Gazela

    4.6 (109 reviews)
    ModerateHot Dogs, Fast Food, Beer Bar
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    beer/cider on draft
    Adam F.

    This is definitely one of several places I wished I'd had time to go back to more than once, or indeed, ideally, that they'd somehow decide to open an offshoot in the exact place I live in the US (counterpoint, that that would *suck* for my arteries)... I'm very glad we stopped here while we were in Porto. I'm also glad we managed to find two *seats* together - the place is tiny, and well-attended. It's a bit cramped if you're dining in, but worth it (assuming you can find a seat.) I was also spoiled after the first fried cheese-dog arrived like 2 minutes after ordering it, despite it being so busy - the pica pao took a longer time (not an unreasonably long time), as did the second cachorrinho I decided I needed to get even though I wasn't *terribly* hungry after sharing the first two items, cause it was so good, and I knew I wouldn't be back any time soon, if ever (was fine by me, as I was also enjoying trying a bunch of Portuguese spirits for cheap - 3.5 euro for a decently large glass of ginja, 3-5 euro for various Portuguese brandies... they thought I was weird ordering a large glass of ginja, but it goes *so* well with the salty deep fried food served here.) Cachorrinhos are super unhealthy obviously, being basically a fried hot dog stuffed with cheese, but excellent, totally worth the roughly 5 bucks. The pica pau Americo was also a pretty good value, as a "small" is... not small. I figured I should try both of the things they were most known for - the pica pau was great too, but if I were ever back, I'd probably just stuff my face with wonderful fried crispy cheese dogs.

    Cachorrinho
    Eugene W.

    Cachorrinhos were pretty tasty. I liked the cheese inside. Quick and casual eatery. Pica Pau was way too overwhelming. It's basically a heart attack on a plate, with just pure meat and cheese. The acidity of the olives helped us barely make it through the dish. It was also too salty. I would just stick to the cachorrinhos! The staff member who was checking on the line outside was not friendly. However, the staff behind the counter serving the food were efficient and kind.

    Francesinha with egg
    Saed A.

    A local ceramics shop manager recommended this spot to me. She recommended their staple franchesinha with an egg, as well as their cahorrino. Both delicious. Definitely more casual, diner-esque experience. Service was friendly and inviting

    Steak with Egg and Ham (€10)
    Kristen H.

    Situated on a side street near the picturesque Church of Saint Ildefonso in the charming city of Porto, Gazela is a no-frills Portuguese eatery frequented by the likes of Anthony Bourdain. At around noon (opening time) on a Monday, there was already a thirty-minute queue to eat inside the restaurant, but my party of five was able to be seated immediately if we opted for outdoor seating. There's a large space within the town square with ample seating and covered umbrellas, which would have been much lovelier had it not been so windy! The interior seemed a bit cramped, but reminiscent of a Portuguese sports bar, with pictures lining the walls, and fun wooden countertops. The menu here is short and sweet, showcasing Portuguese bar/snack foods at affordable prices. Two of my companions opted for their Steak Sandwich with Ham and Cheese (€4.90), which came with a small piece of steak atop a ciabatta-like crusty bread, slices of deli ham, and what seemed to be some sort of melted cheese that was mild in flavor, similar to a Provolone. At under €5, this is certainly affordable and relatively filling, especially when paired with a side of fries (€2.70). Another two friends ordered the Steak with Egg, French Fries, Ham, and Cheese (€12) - I ordered this same dish but without french fries and cheese, and it came out to €10. This was quite a curious platter - I'd say there was about 5oz of a sirloin-type steak, and they don't ask you how you want it cooked, so it all comes out to a medium. It's lightly seasoned and tastes a bit of red-wine vinegar, which masks the mediocre quality of the meat. The ham is fine, but just doesn't seem to belong on the dish. The egg was expertly fried with a lovely runny yolk, and my friends enjoyed dipping their fries (which were golden-crisp and warm) in it. They didn't really enjoy the cheese, which was not melted at all and simply just in lukewarm slices on top of the fries. Overall, I assume this would probably be a much more enjoyable dish in the presence of alcohol! You'd be hard-pressed to find anything light or fresh-tasting here (you can order an anemic-looking salad or pickled vegetables for a couple of euros), but that's really not what this restaurant is for anyways. Service was fast and friendly here, the food came in generous portions at affordable prices, and I think that if you know what you're getting into here in terms of expectations (greasy Portuguese bar/snack food), this is a great spot to try at least once, but not necessarily a place I'd come back to.

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    Elisa M.

    Since 1962 this has been a booming business! And it's continues to be booming... The wait wasn't as long as expected and it was perfect experience from beginning to end. I experienced the original cachorrhinho from Porto and tried a couple other things. I'm glad I was able to make it here Definitely must try when you come to Porto!!!

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    Michelle T.

    This place has been featured on so many food shows and famous YouTube foodie influencer videos that I fully expected it to be a tourist trap. The line out the door and down the street only strengthened my opinion. Ugh, did I want to wait 30min for one hot dog? Well, I waited...and I have no regrets haha. It was one of the best "hot dogs" I've ever had in my life. For the classic, famous item (what everyone comes here for) order the cachorrinho. It should be the first item on the menu. It's a classic, no frills Portuguese hot dog - hot with melted cheese and crispy bread. I can't explain why it's so good, it's just the perfect beer snack. The staff were so friendly and efficient. Definitely recommend stopping by for a quick bite!

    Dan M.

    Because Anthony Bourdain ate here, it might seem a bit touristy, and there will likely be a line (no reservations taken), but do not skip it. The food is absolutely next level good - their speciality is a local hot dog with a crispy bun cut up so it is finger food. It is even better paired with a cheap bottle of local wine. The menu is small, so when we ordered, food arrived less than 5 minutes later! We waited in line for about 30 minutes, but food came so fast it didn't matter at all. The vibe is loud and casual but in a fun way. The local futbol club was playing the night we visited, and staff occassionally started pounding on the bar and leading the crowd in a chant. Super fun. For two people to have dinner and a bottle of wine, we paid $20! Unreal.

    Adding cheese after cooking the meat on the panini press
    Ryan M.

    Came here for the Cachorrinho featured on Anthony bourdain. Some call it a hotdog; it's not even close the only thing that resembles a hot dog is the skinny long bun. The meat is an uncased sausage cooked in a panini press then again with the cheese and bread that has a French baguette texture. They bread is incredibly crispy, the cheese so melty and stretchy, and the meat is flavorful. And still under 5€, It's perfect beer food. It's cut into 10 small bite size pieces, so don't ask for a fork. There are toothpicks on the counter so use those if you don't feel like using your fingers. They ask if you want it spicy or not I got it spicy and it was perfect, not too spicy just the right amount of heat. The place is a small beer bar, just a small counter that holds around 10-15 people at the bar and a few seats behind. There is an English menu and they have other items like steak or steak sandwiches. I've seen a few locals order some kind of steak dish they put some of the stout and lagger bears on the steak, not sure what that's about but u might want to give that a try. One of the best things I've had in Porto. Definitely give this cachorrinho a try. Anthony bourdain was not wrong.

    Nick C.

    Such a cool atmosphere! Very lively and I could just sit here all day, drink beer, talk with people and eat their hotdogs! The staff member who served me was so funny. Came here because Anthony Bourdain did. I ordered one of their cachorrinhos (Portuguese hot dog) with spicy sauce (4.30E) and wow, it was delicious. The bread was crispy, it was oozing with tasty cheese and the meat inside was very flavorful. Great experience!

    Ben T.

    I understand the hype now. At first I was wondering if I should brave the potential wait to be at the original location. They do have two locations extremely close to each other. I'm glad I went. I ordered one to begin with, not expecting much, but once I had it, I was super happy. It was so good, I ordered a second one, and that's not something I really do. For the price I paid, it was extremely worth it. They aren't that expensive, and they take both card and cash. The cachorrinhos are great. The bread was toasted, and the filling was good. Cheese, sausage, and more. It really is good. After eating here I was curious if they really were the best. After trying other places and their versions of cachorrinhos, Gazela was absolutely top dog. I'll be back next time I'm in Porto for sure.

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    Jillian B.

    My partner and I came to gazela upon recommendation from a colleague of mine and we were so glad we did for multiple reasons: 1. The hot dog was amazing - we also really appreciated the way it was served, making it much more snackable than a typical hot dog 2. It was the first place we got to try the super bock stout - incredible! We also got fries which paired nicely with the food and beer, and a small serving was plenty for the two of us! We got lucky and had no wait, but it would still be worth it if we did have a wait.

    Hot dog sandwich
    Liza T.

    Very good a beer and the hot dog sandwich is great and perfect for lunch. Very delicious

    Steak with egg, ham and cheese
    Mel T.

    Gazela was on Anthony Bourdain's list for cacchorinhos, or Portuguese hot dogs, so we knew we had to try it during our visit to Porto. My family and I (party of 6) stopped in for dinner on a Tuesday, close to 8 pm. There are two locations near each other - one has no seating and meant for a quick bite, and the other is a sit down, which is the one we went to. We had the caldo verde (soup), steak with French fries, eggs, ham and cheese, original cacchorinhos, and I think the special steak sandwich - whichever one that was covered in a blanket of cheese and gravy, very similar to the francesinha. The soup was fine, steak was okay but French fries were a bit sad. I also found it a bit odd they just top it with slices of cold ham and cheese. I didn't care for the steak sandwich because I don't like sandwiches smothered in sauce. Plus, I didn't like the taste of that cheese, maybe because it wasn't melted? But the cacchorinhos were amazing. I regret not ordering more because I probably could have finished another one of these on my own. So the four stars are really just for the cacchorinhos. Don't order anything else. Just order a few of those with a cold beer, and you have the perfect meal.

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    The original purveyors of the cachorrinho and loved by Anthony Bourdain, it's a must visit in Porto.

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    Now why would I bother to review a McDonald's in a foreign country that offers far more satisfying…read moreculinary pleasures? It was because this one was identified as "the world's most beautiful McDonald's". Just by whom, I was not clear, but it certainly piqued Jamie W's and my interest. Luckily, it was on the route between the tourist-centric Ribeira riverfront and our hotel. In other words, it was unavoidable. Opened in 1995, the so-called Imperial McDonald's is located in a renovated space previously occupied by Cafe Imperial, a famous Art Deco-style coffee shop since the 1930s. For no practical reason, McDonald's retained most of the main architectural features when it took over the location. This included crystal chandeliers, stained glass windows, and a giant bronze eagle above the entrance. Despite the historical decor, the ordering process reflects the current touch-activated menu process (Photo 7). While there are some Portuguese-specific items and even Sagres beer, the rest is typical McDonald's with American-styled fast food like the Miami Burger. Since we were between meals, we ended up getting the 2,3€ McFlurry Oreo and the 1,9€ Caramel Sundae (Photo 10). Nothing special. FOOD - 3 stars...familiar American-style fast food despite the Portuguese touches AMBIANCE - 3 stars...not really that spectacular and quite crowded SERVICE - 2.5 stars...typical McDonald's TOTAL - 3 stars...go if you're curious RELATED - Exploring Porto? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/HO0S-1BP1x

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