We just happened to run into this place while sightseeing and browsing at little shops for…read moresouvenirs to take home. I wanted to get some great ports and received lots of requests from friends for port wines from Portugal too. My needs were met and more. Soares has so many port wines (Taylor's, Barros, Graham's, Dow's, etc.) and many others to select from. I was able to score a Barros Colheita 2010 at a very reasonable price. The staff were so nice and friendly. They explained how port wines are made and the differences in the harvest, colors and processes. For example, Colheita is the specific harvest of that year. No mixing of grapes. Tawny Port is aged for much longer than its Ruby counterpart. It's also aged using oak barrels, which gives it a very different flavor profile (smooth and refined) and is brown in color. Ruby port is fuller and more fruity. I just love port wines especially if they're made in Portugal.

When all the Port cellars were booked on a Saturday afternoon, I found respite in this place. Right…read moreoutside of Ribeira Square, it was empty and the perfect spot for my first foray into Port. I did the premium Port tasting and received a great introduction into these wines, which I'd never tried and did not know much about. I was also the only one there, which was fantastic. And, they have snacks. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. And, they carry my all-time favorite Portuguese wine, the Conde Villar Vinho Verde Rosé. I nearly cried because I love this wine so much. They don't ship to the states, unfortunately, so I bought as much as I could carry. If you are looking to do a Port tasting without walking across the river or just want a great place to buy some wines, I highly recommend Garrafeira Soares.

By far the best wine store I've ever been too.if you are a Harry Potter fan, then think of this…read moreplace as the Olivanders Wand shop of wines and spirits. Sr. Jose is very knowledgeable and friendly. He has an immense selection of low cost right up to out of this world bottles including rare vintages. The sample tastings which he supplied us with were very much appreciated. If he doesn't have it, he can get it pretty much the same or next day. I was impressed with the price and speed in filling my order for a bottle of French Cognac. His shop is on a small street behind the Clérigos Tower in Porto. Found it by accident as we finished our tour of the tower and church. Will definitely visit him again on my next trip to Porto.

A true wine tasting with many smaller and lesser known Portuguese wines and ports. Many of these…read morewines and ports you cannot find in the US, so it was a real treat to try them here. 10 euro for the basic port tasting.. a white, tawny, and ruby. It is a true tasting so portions aren't just heaping glasses or port.. I was actually able to finish all 3 samples comfortably. A brief 5 minute overview of each port was provided. Very friendly staff and less tourist vibe. Definitely stop in! They accept card!

When in Porto, you've got to try Port wine. Stopped in Vinologia and we received perfect attention…read moreas we were the only ones there at the time. We decided to try a sampling of 3 port wines. The server was knowledgable and friendly, which added to the experience. I definitely suggest you stop in for a taste then make your way down to the Rio Douro waterway for lunch/dinner.

Best port wine store in the world probably. Great experience and great price. Fantastic service.read more

Great selection of wines at very good prices, much better than many of the touristic wine shops…read more The proprietor was very hospitable, happy to advise without trying to sell pricey wines. I bought two bottles of port to take back to the States, and he very carefully wrapped them for the trip in cardboard and bubble wrap taped up securely, for no charge. Excellent.

When visiting the newly renovated and fabulous Mercado do Balhão, you must stop by this beautiful…read morestorefront of incredible cheeses, charcuterie, nuts, oils, wines, jams, chocolate...etc. It's half a block away! Your eyes lure you in; upon entering, you nose stimulates the curious and happy neurons in your brain; your ears are filled with Portuguese chatter on what to get and how much; you start feeling around at the old-world packaging all around you; and you salivate at the tastes that will overwhelm you when you take your sizable packages back to your place - it's a sensory wonderland!

Wanted to try a couple of ports while we were in town. Decided to check out Touriga, a wine and…read moreport shop, which specializes in showcasing small producers. Three port tasting options: young aged (6,00€ for 3), middle aged (9,00€ for 3) and old aged (35,00€ for 2). We opted for the young and middle aged tastings. My favourite was the Valriz reserva Ruby (young aged) and Casa Santa Eufémia Tawny 10 year old (middle aged). Three tables in the back to sit and do the tasting. The worker walked us through each one and described the different characteristics, possible pairings with food, etc. Good selection of wines (including a small selection of natural wines) and ports. The worker was very helpful with recommendations. A family that was shopping bought 10 bottles.

Came here for an impromptu wine tasting during our self-guided Rick Steve's Porto walk. We went for…read morethe "young aged port" tasting. We had a white port (absolutely delicious), ruby port and tawny port (tax favorite). The space is cozy and the seating is downstairs. It was pretty early so we were the only ones there. The employee was very nice. We bought a bottle of tawny and white port. So excited to try them at home.

The tastings are a curated experience! Makers bring their best wines to sample. Ryan coaxes them to…read moreshare their background stories and regional historical content is overlaid. The tasting room shelves are populated with bottles that represent a century of making and sharing vinous delights. I still tell friends about the hundred year old Negronis that were served. Mike provides background information on vineyards, regions, grapes and shares ideas on food pairing if you cook. Just Do It! You won't be disappointed

A new venture by Catovino tours focusing on personalized wine tasting…read more Owner and sommelier Ryan Opatz will share some of his deep knowledge of Portuguese wines and wine regions while advancing your understanding and appreciation for the wine variety of wines from across this amazing country. We spent about two hours in a private tasting learning about the unique variations from region to region and sampling a wide variety of wines starting with whites and moving to reds. He even surprised us with a wine from the year we were married and grilled up some chorizo cooked in brandy as a special treat. We also got to taste an amazing port from 1944 as a part of our instruction. Such an amazing experience. The space is really cool too-part photo gallery, part wine shop. This is the perfect place to learn more about the wines of Portugal. However, it's not a drop in type place-you need to contact them and set something up. As they are also a registered travel company they can also help you with visits to the wine regions of Portugal or any other travel across the country. Of course the wine shop is open in the afternoons if you are looking for organic/biodynamic wines from across the country it's a good place to shop with great prices on older vintages too.

We read very favorable reviews of this restaurant, it was clearly a local favorite and we could…read morewalk to it from where we stayed on vacation. The focus here is on rotisserie chicken; they have other items but they're not the main event. It's very big inside, 2 stories and even early it's pretty busy. The chicken is well seasoned and very juicy; enough so that you know why it's So popular. Sides I can barely remember , but everything else was good- it's just that you will Always remember that chicken! Other than that, my only other clear memory of that dinner is that it was very reasonably priced. If I were in the area again, I'd return in a heartbeat. Highly recommended.

I am delighted that I tried this place. Upon walking in, there is a diner countertop that one can…read moresit at and basically watch the kitchen prepare your food. There is also dining upstairs. As I came in on my own I opted for the one open stool at the counter. The restaurant was busy on a Monday early evening, about 5:30-6:00 pm-ish, with what felt like mostly locals. They have a regular menu, a daily menu printed on the counter top, and they also do Take-Away. Their specialty is definitely their roasted chicken, which one can see cooking on spits at the entrance of the restatruant, conjuring such amazing smells that truly open up the appetite. The staff is sweet and did their best to serve me, with my English/Spanish and no Portugese self. Everything I ate was top-tier without being fancy. Simple and flavorful. I ordered a 1/2 chicken (way too much for me by myself) that came with batatas (french fries- which I didnt love), so I ordered a side of white rice and a salad, as well as what I would call a carafe of wine (it was definitely either two very healthy pours or 3 regular ones). All in all, I paid $15 euros, which I thought was a great value for all that I was given and how tasty everything was.