Portugal

Fantástico.

Where wine flows and the fish is always fresh

Sabor autêntico.

Porto is Portugal's second city and a UNESCO World Heritage destination with an exceptional food scene. From Michelin-starred fine dining to legendary francesinha spots and Ribeira waterfront tascas, our guides feature venues across 12 zones, all rated 4.0+ on Google.

Porto

378 venues

UNESCO World Heritage dining

RibeiraCedofeitaMatosinhos+3 more

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Braga

38 venues

Portugal's rising food city - traditional & modern

Historic Centre

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Guimarães

86 venues

Birthplace of Portugal - UNESCO medieval charm

Historic Centre

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Porto: The Real Food City

While Lisbon gets the tourists, Porto feeds the soul. The city combines UNESCO-listed Ribeira's riverside charm with Matosinhos's legendary seafood scene and Cedofeita's trendy wine bars.

Must-try: The francesinha - Porto's signature sandwich layered with ham, sausage, and steak, drowned in spicy tomato-beer sauce. Every local has their favourite spot.

🍷 Vinho Verde Territory

Porto sits at the mouth of the Douro - one of the world's oldest demarcated wine regions. Beyond Port wine, discover Vinho Verde's crisp freshness and the region's underrated reds.

Pro tip: Visit the wine bars in Cedofeita for local bottles you won't find exported. Prices are half what you'd pay in London.

Perguntas Frequentes

What is the best city for food in Portugal?

Porto offers a more concentrated food experience than Lisbon. The UNESCO-listed Ribeira, Michelin-starred restaurants from chefs like Rui Paula, and iconic local dishes like the francesinha make it Portugal's culinary capital. The city combines tradition with innovation in ways that Lisbon struggles to match.

What is a francesinha?

Porto's signature dish: a sandwich layered with ham, linguiça sausage, and steak, covered in melted cheese and swimming in spicy tomato-beer sauce. Served with chips to soak up the sauce. A must-try experience - but pace yourself, it's a meal for two (or one very hungry person).

Where to eat seafood in Porto?

Matosinhos is Porto's seafood capital - a beach neighbourhood with restaurants lining Rua Heróis de França. The fish comes straight from the boats. Further out, Afurada is a working fishing village with even more authentic (and cheaper) options. Don't miss Foz do Douro for upscale seafood with ocean views.