The Douro
One of several low-key adegas (wine taverns) along the river's south bank, Quelha is a good place to sample regional delicacies such as Amarante’s fine…
The Douro
One of several low-key adegas (wine taverns) along the river's south bank, Quelha is a good place to sample regional delicacies such as Amarante’s fine…
Peso da Régua
This cosy, well-priced family-run restaurant offers small plates of well-prepared Portuguese classics, paired with a solid selection of local wines. It's…
The Douro
Great regional food is prepared with a twist at this friendly, contemporary restaurant with an attached wine bar. See their Facebook page for daily…
The Douro
Boasting a peaceful, shaded terrace overlooking the bridge, this traditional bakery has the best ambience for enjoying Amarante’s famous pastries and…
Peso da Régua
Small and cosy, this tavern dishes out well-prepared regional mainstays with a focus on meat dishes. The portions are generous and the house wine of good…
Foz do Douro
Overlooking the park, this museum restaurant rustles up a pretty good lunch buffet, with soup, salads, vegetarian options and desserts.
Aliados & Bolhão
This authentic cheapie is rammed with locals tucking into grilled fish and meat at midday. Daily specials run between €5 and €6.50.
The Douro
Well-known traditional restaurant frequented by business folk at lunchtime and dishing out well-prepared Portuguese mainstays.
Foz do Douro
This sleek, bright space is the real Japanese deal when it comes to sushi, sashimi and maki – it's as fresh as it comes.
Aliados & Bolhão
If you want glamour, this rough 'n' tumble local haunt is not your place. Tables are illuminated by fluorescent lighting, the footy blares on the TV and…
Aliados & Bolhão
Asian food is thin on the ground in Porto; nevertheless, the demand for eastern flavours is mounting, so two Portuguese lads got clever by setting up shop…
Pinhão
Serving traditional Portuguese food with minimal fanfare, Ponte Românica specialises in tasty grilled meat and fish (lamb chops, sea bass, salmon and…
Ribeira
With tables gathered under stone arches and big river views from the terrace, this is a charming place for drinks and petiscos. The welcome is warm and…
Vila Nova de Gaia
A rectangle of glass and honeycombed steel seemingly teleported in from a future era, Ar de Rio is one of Porto's most striking examples of avant-garde…
Aliados & Bolhão
This no-nonsense bakery is a firm favourite of tripeiros. Snag a table on the terrace for breakfast or snacks such as pasteis de Chaves (puff-pastry pies…
The Douro
The popular Villageois has been preparing steaks and fresh seafood in French-Portuguese style since 1977. The airy dining room is appointed with azulejos …
The Douro
Northern Portuguese fare is served in an elegant country-style dining room or on a verandah with idyllic views of the moistero and the bridge. Top picks…
The Douro
Congratulations to the chef line the walls at this adega-style place, where the atmosphere is friendly, the menu short and simple, the food good and the…
The Douro
This three-floor hotspot has daytime drinks and snacks, such as sandwiches and burgers, plus an alfresco terrace at the top. The crowd is young, the decor…
The Douro
This unpretentious restaurant south of town specialises in grilled lamb, veal and pork, with a few traditional Portuguese codfish dishes thrown in for…
The Douro
Roasted veal, stewed tripe and roasted kid goat are the house specialities at this traditional Portuguese restaurant with a pretty riverside terrace.
The Douro
For tasty seafood in a modern, unfussy place with tables overlooking the crashing waves, head to the beach, 2km north of Forte São João Baptista.
The Douro
The charming wooden booths and tables are almost always crammed with locals who descend for great coffee and better pastries.
The Douro
Sells Lamego’s famous hams and wines – ideal picnic food. Thursdays are especially busy.