Porto Restaurants & Cafes

Porto Restaurants & Cafes

The Portuguese from other parts of Portugal will say that you'll eat well in Oporto. By that they mean large portions and authentic cuisine, and the city does have what is often recognized as one of the country's best restaurants, "Bull & Bear".

When anyone in the city thinks about eating out, Ribeira is the natural destination that comes to mind. Its "Dom Tonho" is one of the city's most famous restaurants, which also has a second home across the river in Cais de Gaia, where there is also a wide range of international choices.

Two of the most talked about restaurants in the city are "Shis" and "D'Oliva" -- the first one offering an international cuisine on the waterfront, and the other an Italian menu.

But if you're simply looking for coffee or a refreshing drink, there are also several good choices for that -- in fact, "Cafe Majestic" is a stop you shouldn't miss when in Oporto.

Recommend TOP 10:

1. CAIS DE GAIA'S PORT WINE CELLARS
The city's fantastic skyline and the birthplace of one of the world's most popular wines.

2. SERRALVES MUSEUM
A building that is as much a work of art as the collections it exhibits inside, surrounded by a magnificent park.

3. CASA DA MUSICA
An architectural masterwork by world-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas.

4. SÃO FRANCISCO CHURCH
Unquestionably one of Europe's most extraordinarily lavish church interiors.

5. CAIS DA RIBEIRA
Atmospheric, colorful, World Heritage riverfront district.

6. PALACIO DA BOLSA
The exuberant interior of the former Stock Exchange Palace.

7. DOM LUIS BRIDGE
Before the Eiffel Tower, there was this ironwork showpiece.

8. THE CATHEDRAL
The 12th century fortress-like cathedral where Prince Henry the Navigator was baptized.

9. CLERIGOS TOWER
Iconic landmark overlooking the city

10. SOARES DOS REIS MUSEUM
A notable national art museum named after one of Portugal's top artists.

Source: Turismo de Portugal
www.visitportugal.com