Lessa
Quick Verdict
Lessa appears to be a well-regarded local spot, ideal for a weekday lunch or a casual dinner on select evenings.
Book if you want a reliable, positively reviewed dining experience in Leça da Palmeira.
Skip if you're looking for weekend dining or a restaurant open all day.
About Lessa
Lessa is a restaurante located in Leça da Palmeira, Porto. It has a solid 4.8-star rating from over 400 reviews, suggesting a consistently positive experience for diners. The address is Rua Santos Lessa, 129. Note that Lessa is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekday lunch hours are consistent, from 12:30 to 15:00. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday also have dinner service, opening from 19:00 to 23:00. With over 500 photos available online, you can get a good visual sense of the space and the food before visiting. The restaurant seems to cater to a lunch crowd during the week, with extended hours on certain evenings. It is a place with a lot of documented experiences – those 500+ photos paint a picture. It's worth checking out the images to see if the atmosphere and plating resonate with you before making a reservation. It's not open all day, every day, so planning is key.
Honest Assessment
Strengths
High Rating
4.8 stars from a significant number of reviews indicates consistent quality.
Visual Information
Over 500 photos available provide a good sense of the restaurant's ambiance and dishes.
Consistent Lunch Service
Reliable lunch hours during the weekdays offer a dependable option.
Considerations
Limited Hours
The restaurant is closed on weekends and has limited evening hours on certain weekdays.
Lack of Specific Menu Information
Without a menu, it's difficult to know the exact offerings or price range ahead of time.
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Signature Dishes
Francesinha
€12A special sandwich from Porto.
Arroz de Marisco
€20A seafood rice stew.
Bacalhau à Brás
€15Shredded cod with scrambled eggs and potatoes.
Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.
Practical Information
Frequently Asked Questions about Lessa
Lessa is open for lunch on weekdays (12:30-15:00) and for dinner on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (19:00-23:00). It's closed on weekends.
Lessa is located in Leça da Palmeira, Porto, at Rua Santos Lessa 129.
Lessa has a high rating of 4.8 stars based on over 400 reviews.
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