JumaCaffé is a restaurante in Afurada, Porto. Rated 4.5 stars from 297 Google reviews. Known for francesinha that lands and staff and owner attention that reads as genuine. Best for lunch break and casual dinner. Ranked #6 of 14 in Afurada.

Rankings updated April 2026

JumaCaffé
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JumaCaffé

Restaurante
4.5(297 reviews)
Portugal
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#6/14

in Afurada

Holding steady

Quick Verdict

Yes. Reviewers return for the francesinha and the attention—both from the owner and the staff. The space is small and gets full, but that's because people know what they're getting.

Book if...

Book if you want a francesinha made with visible effort and don't mind arriving at lunch or dinner time when the kitchen's moving.

Best for:
Lunch breakCasual dinnerGroup mealSolo diningFamilies

About JumaCaffé

JumaCaffé is a small, welcoming restaurante in Afurada that does one thing well: the francesinha. It's a counter-and-table operation where the owner works the kitchen with visible care, and staff move between tables checking if everything's right. The space is compact—reviewers note you'll want to book ahead on weekends because there aren't many seats—but that tightness works in its favour. The kitchen sends out hand-cut batatas caseiras (homemade chips with garlic), a vegetarian francesinha option, and desserts made in-house (chocolate and passion fruit cake appears regularly). Beer arrives in a metal cup, cold. The francesinha sauce is where opinions split: some call it "the best they've tasted", others say it's good but could punch harder. The beef inside is consistent praise—"probably the best steak I've had in a francesinha", one reviewer wrote. Prices sit around €12–15 per plate, with two francesinhas, sides, drinks and coffee running €37 for two. It's not fast food and it's not fine dining. It's a tasca that happens to obsess over a sandwich.

What Stands Out

Francesinha that lands

"The best francesinha I've eaten in recent times" and "the steak is spectacular—I'd risk saying it was the best I've ever had" appear across multiple reviews. A vegetarian version is praised as "super tasty". The sauce divides opinion slightly (one reviewer wanted more punch), but quality of meat and bread is consistent.

Staff and owner attention that reads as genuine

"Spectacular service, super friendly staff, and the owner's attention and education is something you don't see everywhere." Another: "The humility of staff and owners is the cherry on top." Multiple reviews mention staff checking tables multiple times during the meal.

Homemade sides and desserts

Batatas caseiras with garlic are mentioned specifically as "must-try". House-made desserts—chocolate and passion fruit cake—are described as "incredible" and "delicious". One reviewer noted they were too full to try them but would return for them.

What Customers Say

Por 2 francesinhas com ovo e batata, 2 bebidas e 2 cafés, pagamos cerca de 37€.

S.P.

A melhor francesinha que comi estes últimos tempos!

G.F.

E friso, a humildade dos funcionários e patrões é a cereja no topo do bolo!

G.F.

Real quotes from Google Reviews

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Mon12:00 - 23:00
Tue12:00 - 23:00
Wed12:00 - 23:00
Thu12:00 - 23:30
Fri12:00 - 00:00
Sat12:00 - 00:00
Sun (Today)12:00 - 22:00

Reservations

Reservations Recommended

Contact

R. Prof. Joaquim Simões da Hora 17, 4405-742 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

+351 917 714 469Facebook

Amenities

Wheelchair AccessOutdoor TerraceEnglish MenuVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsWiFi

Frequently Asked Questions about JumaCaffé

Reservations are recommended, especially for lunch and dinner. The space is small—one reviewer arrived without booking at lunch and got a table for two, but noted it's worth booking in advance because the restaurant isn't large.

Toasted bread, quality cured meats, and beef that reviewers consistently praise as "spectacular". The sauce is rich and traditional but some say it could be stronger. A vegetarian version is available and rated highly.

Two francesinhas with egg, chips, two drinks and two coffees came to around €37 for two people. Individual plates run €12–15. One reviewer called the price "a bit steep" but said the experience justified it.

Welcoming and casual. It's a small, organised space—full by 8pm on weekends. Staff are attentive and check on tables throughout the meal. The owner is present and described as humble and friendly.

Homemade chips with garlic are a standout side. House-made desserts (chocolate and passion fruit cake mentioned specifically) are worth saving room for. The menu isn't available online, so ask when you arrive.

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