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There is a reason for how crazy busy this place is!!! Amazing brunch spot!!! They quickly seated the five of us! Expansive menu! They have the drinks and the food! The wait staff is efficient and fast, they were constantly running back and forth! We started with the pitcher of sangria which was really tasty! I had the eggs benedict and it was also really good. Greenery all around inside with really good music playing! They look like they were having a good time at work! Putting this place on our list, going to try the other locations when we travel!
Love the vibe here!! I experienced fantastic service and had only a short wait for my order. Love these drink options like Salted Caramel Iced Latte and Strawberry Matcha which are super hard to find in Porto. On the other hand, I wasn't exactly thrilled about non-brunch meal options, which I felt were a bit too experimental for my taste.
This is a place I wanted to go back every day while we visited Portugal. My husband wouldn't let me, but I guess that made it more special. The vibe here was relaxed. The music was pleasant and even my daughter had a great time dancing along and watching the staff put together the food. We never had to wait long for a meal or drinks and everything was so clean and delicious
Cool vibes, cold eggs. We sat outside cute setup, chill weather, very I'm on holiday. The place is aesthetically cool, I'll give them that. But I waited forever for my food. Maybe because I'm American? Big mistake. Huge. I would've ignored the no-tipping thing and thrown them a sack of cash. Too late now. Eggs Benedict came out cold. No runny yolk, just an egg jelly situation on top of what was basically avocado toast. Hollandaise? No flavor. My latte was good... I think? I blacked out and chugged it before the food even came. All the waiters looked like the same tattooed guy copy-pasted. My bestie liked his Shakshuka...it was salsa and eggs with bread in a frying pan. There are better spots where Americans are treated like royalty. Don't ask me where. I'm still looking.
Fabulous food, service, ambiance... might be why it is always busy when you walk by. You can probably be sat quite quickly in the basement or indoor area. There is often enough seating in the warmer season outdoors but you will probably need to wait for a table. I don't imagine it would be too extremely long though (20 minutes as a guess more during prime eating hours). I don't suggest larger groups outside. Outdoor seating is in two-person tables so you will have to wait for just the perfect equation of people to leave to push several tables together. Their Zenith Burger (vegan) is quite tasty (Burger vegan "Beyond Meat", vegan cheese, vegan mayo, onion, salad, tomato). Doesn't stay on the bun too well since there are so many ingredients, I will keep trying, don't worry and I know I will conquer this goal someday, keeping the burger all together. High food aspirations. Friends got the Zenith Pancakes and the Eggs Zenith. They have also had several things on the menu in previous visits and they had high reviews. Reality, you will probably like what you order. Unique options so lots to try. Note: They wouldn't split checks for us. I don't know if this is something you have to address prior to ordering OR if this is a rule of Zenith. Excellent food spot and worth a try. I want to highlight how lovely our server was. Very personable, very friendly, and spot on his game.
I loved the ambience inside. There are a bunch of neon signs with cute sayings and a garden inside enclosed in glass! Food was great and the portions were huge! I still felt light and not greasy by the end of it all. You really can't go wrong with any of the options. I did get the red velvet latte, which did taste like red velvet, but also had hints of beets. So if you don't like the taste of beets, I suggest getting a different drink! The staff inside were so friendly and helped us move our luggage inside when it was pouring rain.
Everything was absolutely fantastic. Drinks: Port Zenith: 10/10 - perfectly sweet Mojito: 8/10 - a little less sweet than I like but my boyfriend loved it Food: Dulce de Leche - as a lover of tres leches this was absolutely amazing to me. It is very sweet but still didn't feel too sweet for breakfast. 10/10 Eggs Benedict: 9/10. Flavorful. I don't like that it was deconstructed but that's a minor flaw. Ambiance: Super cute space but the best part is the area
A popular spot with many locations including Lisbon, Barcelona and other cities in the Iberian Peninsula. We arrived in Porto so early and before our day of exploring we needed some fuel. Zenith is a popular spot, but has a lot of vegan and vegetarian options for brunch and lunch. There were a ton of people there, but plenty of tables outside so we opted to sit outside. The service was so friendly! I ordered a mango mimosa and my husband ordered one of their ginger spritz cocktails. I opted for one of their Benedict, but without the meat. Instead, they offered some mushrooms for me and I welcomed that! My husband ordered one of their salad bowls that included eggs and tofu so we were both so happy and full! Would recommend!
This brunch spot deserves a 10/10. We consistently came here during our trip (Lisbon and Porto). Each meal we got did not disappoint. Here at the Porto location we got great service except for once. Unfortunately the waiter was not very friendly but others made up for that shortcoming! It's so hard to speak about which breakfast was my favorite because they all were great. The only one that did feel lack luster was the breakfast sandwich; I just felt it was missing a kick to it from a sauce. Their Porto Zenith was amazing! The serving size of the drink was great! They have so many great breakfast options that we each were ordering two off the menu so we could try and taste it all. I love the area because it's quiet but you still get a good amount of foot traffic. They have indoor and outdoor seating but the weather is just perfect that you have to sit outside. Definitely make a stop and check this place out!
This place was amazing and a absolute treasure. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, some of the best eggs and banana bread I have ever had. The banana bread was not overly sweet and the perfect balance of flavors. The eggs were seasoned to perfection and my mojito was delicious. I highly recommend this place if you are visiting porto. I wish brunch places were more like this in the states. The ambiance is so pure and beautiful. Even though the music is playing and it's lively, it's very easy to have a conversation with one another and not be plagued with hearing the conversation of others. The Mrs. and I will visit here again because there was so many things in the menu we wanted but couldn't get. We are leaving stuffed and happy.
7 years ago
To say I went out of my way for this brunch is an understatement--I had a layover at the airport for about 5 hours and HAULED. ASS. to get into the city for some food before heading back. I was nervous reading some of the reviews about this place being overhyped, but after a delicious lunch I'm happy I made the trek (if only to escape the airport). There was a wait when I arrived but it went by quickly and I was able to order just a few minutes after being seated. I got the zenith pancake and it was sooo good. It was loaded with spinach and the garlic mayo was really flavorful. I wish there were a few more tomatoes and the crispy onions but the batter of the pancake made up for it. Perfect for a vegetarian! This is a place with instagram-style presentation but is actual good quality. I saw other people order the Oreo pancakes which looked amazing--will definitely order these when I pass back through. read more
We went for breakfast and wasn't disappointed. I had the shakshouka with eggs and my daughter had the vegetarian version. My other daughter had the eggs zenith and she loved that. One daughter had a golden latte with turmeric the other had Porto zenith which was a port tonic with orange and mango with passion fruit on top. read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
So sad to have not liked the food here. I was incredibly disappointed with what I ordered. When my eggs Benedict arrived and I cut into the yolk it was super over cooked. I immediately told the server and he was apologetic and said that they were no good as well. He brought my food back to the kitchen and I requested this time they don't bread the eggs... I thought perhaps this was the step that had made them so overdone. He brought my food back out and much to my disappointment the eggs were once again over cooked, not as severely as the first time and because I felt bad complaining again I tried to eat my meal. The overbooked eggs were just the first thing wrong. The toast was not cooked at all and the amount of avocado and hollandaise sauce on it made it so soggy. The eggs also tasted so vinegary that they were really not edible. A different server who removed my plate saw that I didn't eat my food (just the side salad) and didn't ask me if everything was ok. Then when I got up to pay the server who originally took my plate asked me how it was. I told him it was really not good and that the eggs were still very over cooked. He was nice about it and apologized and said he would check in the kitchen what was going on. I was shocked when the meal was not removed from my bill. I heard him has a conversation with the cashier so i though it would be removed from my bill but much to my surprise they didn't take it off and I really was not comfortable asking for it to be removed. I can't speak on the other dishes... they could be delicious but I definitely did not have a positive experience. I left this place paying 18 euros for a flat white, and barely touched eggs Benedict. I also don't eat pork so I asked to have the ham switched with mushrooms (which I think is a fair exchange) and they charged me. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
i had an amazing shakshuka here. the best yet. it was perfect in every way and a size-able portion. it was so flavorful. drinks were also good, i had a mimosa. the service was so amazing our waitress was so so sweet. great brunch spot if you are looking for a tasty filling spot. read more
8 years ago
What a find. Best french toast I have ever had. The toast was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The fresh fruit on top with whipped cream made it delicious with crispy almonds. Also ordered the vegan toast which was exceptional too. The avocado was fresh and I loved the sun dried tomatoes that came with the toast. Cherry tomatoes and mushrooms were fresh and added flavor. You have to put them all on each toast bite to get the full taste affect. Latte was creamy and made just right with a cute design on it. Wouldn't have found this place without yelp. Free WiFi too which I am using now oto write review. Service was also exceptional and the waiter Sergio explained all the menu items to us. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Our favorite place in Porto! The food was fantastic and the service was outstanding. We had the Zenith eggs and Eggs Benedict the first day and house made yogurt the second day and it was all delicious. All of the wait staff were fast, friendly and courteous. I could not believe how fast the food came out and quickly they turned over tables. Very well run! And the ambiance was fun and friendly. They played our favorite music--Pearl Jam! This place make our stay in Porto memorable and special. Thank you for being such wonderful people!! read more
8 years ago
Honestly, this is probably the best meal I had during my entirely stay in mainland Portugal. I had the Shakshuka - it was flavorful, hearty, and literally kept me full for most of the day. My boyfriend had the Francesinha, and declared that it was the best one he had had in Porto (much better even than the "popular" spots to grab one). The service is hospitable and prompt. I'll be posting the menu and some photos shortly to give more info. One thing to note - if you're looking for an authentic or traditional Portuguese dining experience, this isn't the place. Zenith honestly feels like a cafe plucked right out of Los Angeles. However, I can promise that the food here is BETTER than most restaurants in Porto. read more
7 years ago
The food here is terrible. The poached eggs were sour, the toast was too hard, and the bacon...they must've put real effort into ruining that bacon. It was undercooked, sinewy, and had pieces of white cartilage. Service was sparse. read more
9 years ago
Fantastic experience, would certainly recommend to anyone who was considering going. We sat outside, walked around a bit inside and were impressed by both options. Outside you are near Praca de Carlos Alberto and there is very little car traffic. To get started we ordered an acai bowl and wow was that a great decision. This could even be the highlight of the meal. Fruit was incredibly fresh and the combination of flavors made us decide this was something we needed to eat more often. Then we tried the Shaksuka and Nutella Tapioca Pancakes. Two completely different dishes but both great in their own way. If I had to pick a winner I would give the nod to the Shaksuka but the fact that they were both great goes to show how overall the food here is worth the trip. All in all I would recommend this place and look forward to a future visit. read more
7 years ago
I'm a very picky eater and I was very pleased. We got the zenith bowl (I asked for a side of egg whites "Claras") the iced coffee / lattes are amazing and the orange juice is fresh and sweeter than I've ever had. They have regular milk, almond, soy & egg whites. Very happy we came & will definitely be back. My friends got the zenith eggs and she was also very happy. It's very high quality food with HUGE servings. Both of our dishes could have easily been shared by 2 hungry people. Also, great place for vegetarians & healthy eaters. ... Sourdough bread was insane. Fresh, thick and crunchy. read more
One of the best brunches I have ever had! I went with three friends while vacationing in Porto. We waited around 15 minutes to be sat. The interior of zenith is very cutely decorated. The food was absolutely AMAZING. I got the shakshuka and highly recommend it. Will be back when I come back to Porto! read more
7 years ago
Cute brunch place with unique dishes. Very popular, and there will most likely a line up on sundays. read more
5 years ago
9 years ago
Crazy busy place. Crazy good food. Absolutely the best specialty coffee in Porto. Hands down. Kianin is the best barista in Porto. read more
7 years ago
Zenith was a delicious experience in a small, neat menu. Each of my party had a taste of the Nutella Pancakes, Zenith Eggs (similar to an eggs Benedict), and the homemade parfait as well as homemade orange juice and delicious coffee. While the place was packed on a Saturday morning for brunch, we waited less than 15 minutes and had many groups ahead of us. They were efficient, delicious, and the food came out exactly as described. Each of us ordered two items but could have easily eaten just 1 -- none of us could finish. If you have the time and don't mind spending 10 euro on a delicious meal and a cup of coffee or fresh juice, absolutely pick Zenith. read more
6 years ago
The line was very long and we contemplated leaving many times. However, some of my family really wanted to see what the hype was all about. The restaurant is two floors and they have a small kitchen on each floor. Overall, the food was delicious and the plates were decorated creatively and nicely. The restaurant is very much so a hipster favorite and it's decorated to fit that crowds' gaze. I will say that my meal was decent, the pancakes were dry. The orange juice was fresh and tasty and the latte was to die for. I had two coffees! read more
8 years ago
Overall 2.5 Food: the menu had me excited with all the options, but the delivery was lackluster. I.e. I ordered the avocado toast w/sweet potato, sautéed mushrooms and a poached egg & what arrived was a generous portion of bland overcooked ingredients- without any toast (!?!). I didn't expect to have to ask for a side of toast when I clearly ordered avocado *toast* Having trendy items on a menu doesn't cut it if the staff doesn't know how to make it. I ordered a golden latte and what arrived was a warm beverage with a ton of powdered turmeric on top that hadn't been properly blended :-/ So much for that. Service: Friendly, but painfully slow. Drinks: Sangria was worth 5* if this were a bar If you're looking for a boozy brunch and don't care about overpaying for mediocre food- go for it. Otherwise, I'd look elsewhere. read more
4 years ago
7 years ago
Our favorite breakfast in Lisbon before heading out for a day of site seeing. We enjoyed the Shakshuka and Açaí bowl. Super friendly and helpful servers. Good coffee and fresh squeezed juices read more
8 years ago
WOW!! This restaurant was absolutely amazing and blew me away. While traveling in Portugal, my friend and I just googled a random place with brunch. Upon our arrival, the line for brunch was completely out the door with a decently long wait. However, we figured that if there's a line out the door, it has got to be good food and worth the wait. We checked in with the host and she took our name down and spent roughly thirty minutes outside waiting for a table. Once we finally sat down we were greeted by a very kind server who took our drink and food orders. My friend had the bellini, a mimosa with peach, and I ordered a vanilla latte. The bellini was sooo yummy so after trying his, I decided to order one as well. As for food, it was such a difficult decision in deciding what to order. There were so many great options on the menu; from pancakes to french toast to eggs benedict to acai bowls, they've got it all. I ordered the eggs benedict and was very pleased with it. It was two eggs placed on sourdough toast with creamy avocado and chopped green onions. My friend ordered a dish with sourdough toast, avocado, chicken, and eggs. They were both phenomenal and were scarfed down pretty quickly. The service was great and the place itself it a pretty cute place. The only downside is the small amount of seating and the long wait, but I can assure you that it is worth it. This is now on my list of recommendations for friends in the future and will be the first place I come back to when in Porto again! read more
4 years ago
7 years ago
We loved this brunch spot so much that we visited twice during our week in Porto. Fresh flavors and something for everyone from the hearty bacon breakfaster to the fruity acai bowl fan. The place is so cute and stylish, the staff and owners are great and I love that they have outdoor seating too. read more
8 years ago
What a delicious breakfast starting with the most amazing acai. The Zenith eggs were so good too!! We are thinking about goin back tomorrow again read more
8 years ago
7 years ago
This place is very trendy and hip! They have current music playing, the staff is young and energetic. They also speak English! I ordered the mixed berry pranks cakes, eggs Benedict with bacon, and there shakashuka stew. The pancakes were insanely good! Almost like a cookie, with ice cream. The eggs Benedict were tasty, wish they had more Hollandaise sauce on them and the yolk to be more runny but overall tasty, the bacon on them was sooo good! Now the stew... wasn't my favorite, if you like tomatoes and onions and the acidic that they provide then this is for you. read more
9 years ago
9 years ago
I'm glad I looked passed the one star review & checked out the pix of the food here, after craving a good breakfast/brunch for the 3 weeks I've been here in Spain & Portugal except (Brunch & Cake) in Barcelona, which I think may have been inspiration for this place, I was willing to risk waiting a bit.. Which I sure did, about 40 min! But it was well worth it.. once they figure out the service, there will be a line to get into this place.. yummm.. finally, a breakfast I can sink my teeth into -- nice interior as well.. read more
8 years ago
To start off the service is quality.. nice people who speak English if you need to.. buys place, quality food.. had the egg Benedict and detox smoothie bowl which were worth it :) read more
8 years ago
Loved this place and had some of the best pancakes. My friends said they had the best fruit bowls they've ever had! The only downside was I thought cocktails, drinks, and some of the food was a bit pricey. Other than that good experience! read more
9 years ago
I absolutely love Zenith! The first time I visited, we had to wait for a bit as it was a busy Sunday morning (note: they only seat groups when everyone is there), but it was SO worth the wait. They have great coffee and delicious egg breakfasts with arguably the best avocado in Porto. The meal was very affordable, and the service was good. I have since returned to Zenith for an amazing smoothie bowl, and I'm sure I'll be returning many more times. read more
7 years ago
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9 years ago
Friendly staff, great service, good looking & good tasting food, lovely atmosphere and amazing coffee! Perfect breakfast and brunch location, we really enjoyed our meal there and will definitely come back when we return to Porto. It tends to get busy in the morning so prepare to wait a little bit, it's totally worth it. read more
7 years ago
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Praça de Carlos Alberto, 86
4050-158 Porto
Portugal
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220 171 557
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