This charming restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, tasteful décor, and pleasant service. It was a little warm inside, likely because the place was packed, but honestly, once the food arrived, that was quickly forgotten! Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully prepared. Definitely share the duck risotto--it's incredibly filling and so good! The portion is generous enough to share, making it a great choice if you want to try a few different dishes. And what's not pictured? The bread and olive service--which we absolutely inhaled because it was that good! A wonderful little spot with delicious food, generous portions, and a welcoming feel. Definitely worth a visit! read more

La Ricotta - Duck Risotto - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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We went to La Ricotta on a very rainy night during our first night in Porto. This is a really beautiful restaurant and was close to our hotel. We dined up on the balcony or mezzanine. The restaurant has high ceilings and large windows with street views. We had a salad, the squid ink pasta and clams and the bacalhau with parma ham. The salad was really good and so was the pasta. The bacalhau was good also, but we came to decision after four attempts at bacalhau, it just wasn't our thing. The dessert we had was also quite good. The star of the show was our server Margarite. She was helpful, honest and funny. She made dining on this damp night much more pleasurable. La Ricotta was a great experience and I would come here again if in Porto. read more

La Ricotta - Baked Cod Loin & Parma Ham - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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This place was a delight, the cheese course matched with port suggestions was excellent! The veal we had was also cooked perfectly read more

La Ricotta - Two bottles of the port - don't be fooled, extra dry takes these just out of "quite sweet" territory - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

Wonderful place to eat in downtown Porto. The restaurant has a nice environment to share a meal. We sat on the second floor. Our waiter was good and gave us the time we needed for such a nice meal. We ordered a bottle of wine for our meal and a caprese salad to share. The salad was wonderful with their own olive oil and balsamic to drizzle over the salad. For a main I had the filets of pork over sweet potatoes and creamed spinach. Meat was tender and flavorful. My wife ordered the cheese and onion stuffed ravioli with a wedge of cheese on the side. She loved it. One of the best restaurants so far on our trip to Portugal. read more

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food: pretty mediocre food for the price tag, also portions aren't super large, my cod was a bit too salty Service: staff was nice but took a long time for food to come Ambiance: best part of this establishment, very cozy read more

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The staff, the food, the environment, everything was really good! Oddly, there are alot of Italian restaurants in the area and this one must me a very popular one. We were interested in an early appetizer and drink while touring the area and we were luckily able to grab a seat. I could tell the staff was nervously watching our every move as they had guests with reservations soon to come. When it was time for us to leave the place was packed and we were sort of rushed out. I'd like to go back and try this place when I have reservations and more time. read more

This was a very disappointing evening. We made reservations and arrived right at opening time for dinner. The room is beautiful and we were seated at what was probably one of the best seats. It was a nice window seat overlooking the main street and it was set apart from most of the other tables. The service was average. There was no attempt to engage with us and there is no warmth or feeling like we were anything other than a table to be taken care of and turned over. We ordered a bottle of wine. For entrees I had the Iberian pork fillet and my husband had a pasta. My husband's pasta was okay but not great. My Iberian pork fillet had potatoes with it and that was the best part of the dish. The pork fillet was very dry and overcooked. I don't know how you can do this with black pork as it is a wonderful pork that has more marbling than regular pork that makes it juicier. The room is lovely but the server was completely indifferent to us. There was no check on us to see how our meal was. The food was average for my husband's meal and downright terrible for my meal. The prices are high for Portugal. It was not value for the meal and we would not return. There are too many really good restaurants in Porto. read more

Hidden gem in a very relaxed Porto. Happened to see this place pop up in my recommendations for an early dinner in porto after coming back from Spain. The restaurant is decorated like a wine bar and is very homey. You definitely need a reservation if you are not lining up 15 minutes before it opens for dinner, which is at 7pm. I ordered the squid ink pasta and veal tagliatelle. The squid ink pasta was delicious and came with shrimp, clams, and (1) mussel. The veal was delicious but the tagliatelle can use some flavour. The Panna Cota was a great dessert to end our dinner. Highly recommend. read more

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What an exceptional restaurant and concept. If you are going here expecting authentic Italian, you are going to be disappointed. This is Portuguese cooking and dishes done with Italian influence. These well balanced and thought out dishes are paired alongside local Portuguese wine... again, you will not find Italian wines on the list. This whole experience was due to a bit of good fortune. There was a last minute cancellation which allowed us to be seated, otherwise we would not have gotten in until 9. Keep that in mind when going, reservations are highly recommended to the point of being essentially required. The staff was absolutely fantastic. Very knowledgeable and attentive. Despite the slightly formal setting, they were quite happy to engage and have conversation when time allowed. The interior is quite modern, but still has plenty of that old world feel with the stone walls and exposed wood beams. The seating was a little tight but it was well laid out and managed exceptionally. Down stairs was a fair bit dimmer than the second story loft. Overall this place was one that I can't wait to get back to! read more

La Ricotta - Burrata with prosciutto - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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Few restaurants in Porto offer this type of quality and excellent dining experience as La Ricotta. The ambience and peacefulness of the busy restaurant is wonderful. Excellent and very knowledgeable staff took care of us for the experience. The food quality cannot be best here in Porto. We had the burrata and prosciutto to start. The burrata is sourced from a local dairy and it's the best I have ever tasted. The Olive oil they serve with the meals is beyond excellent. I had the risotto with tiger shrimp. The shrimp was big and meaty and had the taste and texture of lobster. Hubby had the pork tenderloin, cut into quarters and cooked perfectly. Portion sizes are almost too large but the food is so great you must finish it. Hubby had to have dessert and I am so happy he did! The most perfect panna cotta ever. Jiggly but perfectly creamy. Simply a divine dining experience. Make a reservation. It's a must! read more

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The hotel recommended this place I am so smitten!! Right from walking in the door, until the last bite the food and service was top notch. It's quaint with only 10 tables on the main level and had an elegant ambiance as if you were eating inside a wine cellar. There were many great options on the menu and the waiter was very helpful in making selections. Somehow got lucky with the only open table and no reservation. Food was well portioned, beautiful presentation and wine pairings with each dish were possible. If you are in Porto, this gem is a MUST! I will be back. read more

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Best dining experience in Portugal to date. Five star restaurant. My main course was veal with tagliatelle pasta. It was amazing. Michelin worthy. The little sides of peppers/mustard/etc meant every bite had a slightly unique flavor. Wines were paired well. Dessert was spectacular. My compliments to the chef(s) for a perfect meal. And the wait staff was professional and friendly. Might go back again this trip -- it was that good. read more

Oh,Yes! The food here is excellent. The servers are friendly, competent and helpful. The dining areas while casual are a cut above in the romance and comfort departments. Reservations are highly recommended. Last night we watched a dozen walk-in people being told that there were no tables available for the evening. This is Italian cuisine with a Portuguese twist. In a really good way. Surprisingly for an Italian restaurant there are very few pasta dishes on offer. And this being Oporto, the emphasis on the big plates is meat and fish. The wine list is large enough to please any drinker from rich to poor, from beginner to expert. I had 2 different glasses, one rose' and one red. I just asked my very knowledgeable server which would be the best match with the food. She chose perfectly. For the red she chose a 13 year old 100% Touringa grape that was shockingly good. Price: 7 euros. (In my hometown of Sonoma California this would be a $40 glass of wine). Bambie and me had 4 courses. The burrata (made in house) with many slices of perfect prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes, was fabulous. Accompanied by the 4 euro bread and olive oil basket, this could be a meal for one person. Side note: the olive oil is the best! No acid bite, pure luxurious mouth feel. The seafood risotto was the dreamiest - creamiest in the whole world. The tiger prawn on top was the size of a small lobster and it tasted like one. The filet mignon of pork was also outstanding. Portion size was so big as to be challenging to finish even for me as a confirmed glutton. The panna cotta divine. The perfectly creamy inverted cup form was lightly dressed in a mild lemon glaze. My only criticism with it was the too small size. About 4 spoons and then all gone. I've been in Portugal 10 days so far. Spent a week in Lisbon. This meal was the most satisfying yet not the most expensive. This evening was a 113 euro adventure. Money well spent. read more

To my surprise the food wasn't that good. The duck was dry and chewy. I expected more. It's a beautiful place, pleasant personal, good service. Relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. read more

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Run don't walk to La Ricotta! I went with friends to Porto in May and we weren't sure where to go so I turned to Yelp for advice. La Ricotta had good reviews and we figured with all the walking that had ensued, we needed some pasta! This place was exceptional. The staff was delightful, the food was amazing and the entire experience was more than I would have ever expected. We went on Saturday night right before closing and wanted to return Sunday but had to wait till Monday. Yes, you read that right. We went back. There was more to try and why pass up something so good for a gamble on ok. 10/10. Thank you Porto for introducing me to La Ricotta! read more

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The three of us enjoyed our dinner. We ordered the peppers and olives app which hit the spot. Then we shared gnocchi, seafood risotto, and a house salad. All were good. The best part of the meal was the panna cotta. It was quite delicious and well made. read more

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Awesome staff and nice atmosphere. Been here for dinner an can recommend it for anyone who looks for a nice date or business casual dinner

Dinner was excellent as well as service. Wine choices were excellent and award winning olive oil delicious.

Our fancy dinner for the trip! We all loved our food. Each item was prepared with so much care. The octopus was perfect. They took care of my allergies very kindly and easily. Pleasant atmosphere with comfortable chairs. read more

La Ricotta - Octopus - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

PORTO: I really enjoyed this restaurant. The ravioli was delicious along with the burrata appetizer and the steak. It has a nice local atmosphere. High recommend. read more

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OMG... this will be one of my favorite all time Yelp reviews. This Italian restaurant is the best in Porto--we even went 2 nites in a row and that says a lot. We really liked John as our waiter each time. He has such class and presentation. Being there twice we also noticed the French citizens showing up there a lot and we know how much they love good food. Please check it out when in Portugal. The atmosphere is unmatched for romance, history, and decor. One nite was the ravioli and the other was the filet. Tres bien. read more

La Ricotta - Our fave waitor - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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My friend and I came across this place during a walking tour. The ambience was great. They have a very affordable lunch menu. You get a drink, bread appetizer, entree, dessert, and coffee. The food was so good. read more

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The ambiance was delightful, as well as the staff. We had the Ravioli, veal, soup and green salad. Each bite was excellent. We especially appreciated the way the bartender prepared a vodka rocks, first chilling the glass then pouring frozen vodka into the glass. The Portuguese are a bit stingy with ice, but happy to provide more if asked. read more

Service was excellent. The food was beautiful created and delicious. The interior was elegant and modern. Prices reasonable.

The squid ink seafood linguine and panna cotta were delicious. The staffs are attentive and were quick to assist me with the questions that I had. The interior were well decorated wine memorabilia. I will definitely revisit La Ricotta again. read more

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Amazing food, so amazing my family went for lunch and came back for dinner. Everything on the menu is fantastic. We had a great server, João, who was able to speak English and help us with any questions we had. The walls are incredibly unique and beautiful. read more

La Ricotta - Squid Ink Linguine - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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Amazing! Service was very attentive and well informed, told us all about the food and good pairings. The gnocchi was especially good. Beautiful spot nearby a square where people played jazz and danced. read more

La Ricotta - Tiramisu with amaretto - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

We came here on the recommendation of a friend whom had eaten here and we were not disappointed. It was a quiet Monday evening so did not have trouble getting a seat. Service was impeccably fun with good recommendations on wine, port and the food. read more

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Very wonderful ravioli and service!! Inside was beautiful! My friend enjoyed the filet migneon and the presentation and taste was wonderful!! read more

La Ricotta - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

Our favorite restaurant in Portugal. Stayed in Porto for a week and went to La Ricotta three times. The lunchtime fixed menu was an amazing deal. Under twenty euros for four courses and fantastic service too. Beautiful space as well. Highly recommended. read more

After a week in Portugal, we needed something other than Portuguese food, and La Ricotta was just the fix. This is a lovely, sophisticated restaurant in a beautiful airy space with friendly, attentive service and a bar worthy of this wine-obsessed city. La Ricotta advertises itself as "Italian-Portuguese fusion," but the preparations are clearly Italy-based, with the addition of Portuguese ingredients. Starters are rich -- I wish there were salad options that contained more greens -- but consistently good. The cheese plate is generous, and the caprese and vegetarian salads could be meals into themselves. All of our entrees were terrific. The pastas were perfectly cooked, and the confit duck (served with risotto) was as good as any version I've had. The best item of an excellent meal may have been the mandarin orange sorbet drizzled with limoncello for dessert. Outstanding. Service was great: attentive, friendly, knowledgable. read more

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I stumbled across this restaurant after arriving at the train station and I am so happy I did. It was early afternoon and I didn't have a reservation but luckily I was able to grab one of the last non-reserved tables and was able to be seated and served. The lunch menu is pre-fixe and includes an appetizer, entree, dessert, bread, and a drink. For my appetizer, I got a vegetable soup and for my entree I got the squid ink pasta. The soup was so-so but the pasta was DELICIOUS and one of the dishes I had in Porto. For dessert, I chose the panna cotta and it was divine. My mouth is watering thinking about it. The best part of all of this is that the price was super cheap! I imagine it can get pricey during dinner when everything is a la carte, so if you really wanna try it then I suggest going during lunch. The restaurant itself is pretty small (or, at least the main floor is) so the servers and bar staff were pretty attentive and always within reach. The interior is decorated beautifully and it has such a cozy yet upscale vibe. I would definitely go again! read more

La Ricotta - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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Exceptional Italian experience in Porto! Michael was a great waiter! One of our guests said her octupus was the best she ever had. Ravioli to die for. Tiramisu is a must. read more

We were staying at a nice hotel around the corner, and got into town late enough to want to eat nearby. Our desk clerk touted La Ricotta, just around the corner. The restaurant is so unassuming that we nearly passed it right by. We were greeted warmly by the matre' d, manager, sommelier, (owner?) Miguel, with an understated charm all his own. La Ricotta is actually two restaurants in one. Immediately upon entering you come to a bistro type of room that keeps you close to the street, and within sniffing distance of the kitchen. It's active, lively, and still charming. However, we opted for the second floor dining room where we got a more refined, protracted dining experience. By now, if you've read my Yelp submissions, you know I prefer dining to eating. Our host showed us to a quiet table with enough elbow room to enjoy a meal with lots of plates, wine glasses, and a couple of bottles. I was happy because I hate being squeezed into "two-top" tables. La Ricotta also has a bit of a split personality. It features nouveau-traditional Portuguese Cuisine, refined and delicate. Also, they feature fine Italian Cuisine that brought us back a second night. Oh, yeah .... Full disclosure: We enjoyed La Ricotta so much the first night that we ate there again the next night. The service here is modeled on the "team" method. Everyone serving makes themselves available to you, with a smile and only a gentle presence. We had dry white port before dinner, a must. We enjoyed great wine advice and service here. It was our first night in Portugal, so we ordered classic Portuguese dishes. The Roasted Bacalhau was firm and salty, like it should be, but not overly so. Still it is an acquired taste for some. I had the Octopus, which was heavenly. Tender, mouth-melting, sweet. On the second night, my partner had the veal, which were tender cubes, rather than the expected filet of veal. The sauce was delicate and the plate featured fork-tender vegetables as accompaniment. I had the Mixed Seafood over Squid Ink Pasta. Magnificent. The pasta was freshly made, delicate, al dente, and savory with only the gentle flavor of the squid ink. Perfect. You'll like what you see on the menu. Diverse Choices. All I have to say is that we had quite a few items, several courses, over two nights and there wasn't a miss in any of it. It was a good value for fine dining, beautiful wines, and impeccable service. read more

La Ricotta - Octopus was Superb! - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

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Simply put we had an amazing 5 star dining experience. The ravioli was excellent and so was the gnocchi. Our wine and dessert were absolutely wonderful. I would highly recommend making a reservation so you don't miss out!! read more

The manager was wonderful and gave us a good seat in the upstairs dining room. Good atmosphere, non rushed, and good food.

Very nice atmosphere, excellent wait staff and delicious food. I would have used five starts but the menu felt somewhat limited.

The saffron risotto with prawns and seafood is really just as delicious as it looks in the photos! It was a nice treat to try something other than Portugese food in Portugal. Food quality was great all around. The only downside was that our server did not seem so attentive. But despite this, we enjoyed a fabulous Italian meal in a lovely part of Porto. read more

La Ricotta - Italian Near Me - Porto, 13

Reservations are necessary - we tried dropping in with no luck, returned the next night with reservation. Service (they speak English) was impeccable - the presentation of a simple gin and tonic was worth the price of admission. All dishes were delightful and for a price we consider very reasonable. read more

Weirdly enough for a trip to Portugal with amazing food, this Italian meal was my favorite meal. Italian cooked by a Brazilian chef in Portugal!! Who would have thunk it. For appetizer I had the caprese (it came with smoke salmon which my wife ate) and wow, what a treat. Eggplant supple yet not mushy, mozzarella was just the right consistency and the dressing hit the spot, especially with the recommended white wine I had. The main entree for me was the Linguine Nero, White Wine, Clams & Seafood, Peppers and Spices. Pasta home made cooked just right and not overpowering. Seafood seasoned well and cooked to perfection. Simply perfect cook, perfect taste and perfect portion. My wife had the Risotto with Turmeric & Coriander, Tiger Prawn, White Wine & Chilli Pepper. Not only was the African prawn gigantic, but it was cooked to perfection and the risotto, for me at least, was the best I have ever tasted. Just the right amount of seasoning and beautiful velvety consistency and mouthfeel. I was so impressed with the meal that I didn't pay too much attention to the delicious local dessert. The last, and very important item, was the waiter we had. He was amazing. Great personality, very knowledgeable and this young man will go far I assure you. The only regret I had was that this was my last night in Porto on our trip, otherwise I can assure you I would be back. If you are in Porto, don't miss this opportunity! read more