Service was good.. got a table without a reservation on a Saturday night!…read more Ambiance is amazing...great hygge! Food was delicious as was the wine. Steak and potatoes + wedge salad(5/5) Caprese salad ((4/5) Shrimp and garlic (5/5)

We did not have reservations and was able to go in 10 mins to 2:00pm and the restaurant will close…read morefor break at 3pm. We only ordered one of their signature dish "Octopus ". Taste is ok but it should have more taste of extra virgin olive oil with garlic. It is kind of expensive for this dish. If the taste is good I don't mind to pay 42.00 Eur. I guess it is not the taste that I preferred. Restaurant atmosphere is comfortable and surrounding is comfortable.

Fantastic experience, totally worth it, in the tourist area but not touristy…read more TLDR Strolling around, wanting a break from the hills, we wanted seafood and close. I looked up LSD and we headed for it. Our immediate inclination was to sit outside and my friend approached a member of staff. He brusquely told my buddy that we would have to talk to the manager. Everyone was moving quickly and the outside was pretty full. The manager came over and said it would be at least a 45minute wait. After the curtness of the initial contact and the wait time, we paused. I asked about seating inside and the manager said he was short staffed asked if we were in a hurry. I said we didn't mind waiting if we could have drinks. He said for sure and sat us in the cool of the inside. We ordered a pitcher of sangria; he recommended the special which was light and refreshing. Delicious! The pictures show everything we ordered and there was not a single disappointment in the bunch. One note, the white fish and rose shrimp crude is a cold dish; very light, refreshing and full of flavor. As we were about to order dessert, we saw them serve the smoked salmon to another table and since more than one of us had been eyeing it, we ordered one. So glad we did. All the desserts were perfect. We also had a nice white wine and a pair of old fashioneds to round out the meal. The staff were moving throughout and it was the best dining experience we had in Porto! Highly recommended.

Carlos was amazing! Warm and welcoming on a rainy night. All of the staff were wonderful and very…read moregood food

What a perfect experience for my first night in Porto. This is food theater! I had the pleasure of…read moresitting at the bar right next to where the chef prepared each dish. His masterful craftsmanship and artful care with each ingredient was an inspiration to witness. Everyone in the kitchen participated in a delightful choreography that kept the service running seemingly without effort. My server was a doll, and helped me choose the most complimentary wines for the dishes I ordered, as I opted not to go for the tasting menu or pre-determined wine pairings. However, seeing the dishes that came out for those that did order the tasting menu, I was both endlessly jealous as well as relieved that I wasn't faced with eating that much food. (Be sure to come here very hungry.) I settled on the sourdough bread with smoked butter, potato terrine with béchamel, and the wild croaker with kale and noisette. I enjoyed the bread and potato terrine the most (what can I say, I'm Irish). The wines were also delightful. I didn't love the croaker, as it was a bit tough and meatier vs. flaky and buttery, which is the texture I tend to prefer; but it was the first time I'd had that type of fish, and it might just be personal preference. I wish I'd ordered something different but the service and atmosphere made up for my disappointment with the main dish. I was too full to order dessert, but what I saw coming out for other patrons looked divine. I instead enjoyed a Porto suggested by the server, and it was seriously the best dessert wine I've ever had. It's a gorgeous restaurant, with each detail being carefully considered. I felt a bit guilty taking any photos since it was almost like a secret speakeasy -- romantic mood lighting and tables privately tucked away in the back of the building past the kitchen. Compared to prices in the U.S. or UK, this place was very reasonable for the elevated quality. I would come again to do the tasting,

Walking into Elemento leaves no doubt about the method of cooking; the smokey smell permeates the…read moreair. I was dining solo and seated at the counter. As noted by others, the counter area is on the warmer side so dress accordingly! You can order a la carte or have the chef's 8 moments menu with optional Portuguese wine pairing. I opted to forgo wine for the night and appreciated that they offered mocktails! I tried the elderflower mocktail and gin & tonic mocktail. Both were really great mocktail options, although the elderflower was a little overly sweet. I came in specifically for the chef's tasting and it did not disappoint. From the fire toasted bread to the banoffee inspired dessert, everything was phenomenal. It is difficult to pick a favorite but the black pork rump was especially tasty . Also any place that has a pre-dessert dessert is right up my alley! The pre-dessert included a cauliflower ice cream that I was initially skeptical of but one bite had me sold. Service was friendly, timely, and unobtrusive. Highly recommend making this a stop on your trip to Porto!

Food was tasty but not as adventurous as the vibe suggests. Accommodating of vegan diets. Lovely…read moreservice!

Cruel is a standout on a street (Rua da Picaria) packed with stylish, good restaurants. The menu is…read morefascinating as it is arranged according to levels of daring. The restaurant itself is both modern and comfortingly traditional, with an elegant candle-light and shadow ambience -- romantic. The food is excellent and I'd recommend the house favorite mushroom risotto ("Risoto de cogumelos em alucinação"), enough to feed two and topped with dancing bonito flakes, although anyone visiting Portugal should also try anything with black pork ("porco preto").

The shop is ran by Sofia; she is very friendly and speaks fluent English. There is a board for…read moredaily specials and no written menu. We went near the end of the service: she told us what was still available. The place is clean and very authentic Português restaurant. We ordered steak, veal, grilled salmon and pork belly, soda and green wine. All the food was prepared like home cooked. She served us with big bowl of rice, French fries and salad. The meal was very satisfying. I would expect to pay more than but I was surprised how much we need to pay. It was very good value and definitely recommend to others!

Was it our first choice? No. Was it the cheapest choice? No. Was it the best choice? Probably not…read more But after being turned away from three other places, it's where we landed. The food was good, don't get me wrong...but wasn't what I'd had my heart set on. We had the shrimp to start, pretty good. Decent portion, but garlic sauce was really good. I had the chicken with a salad and my partner had the octopus and though it was ok. I thought the ambience was nice and our waiter was more than competent and funny and managed to juggle the whole restaurant by himself, so kudos to him. Overall, it was decent food and ok environment. So, if you get turned away from your other choices, this is def worth a visit.

Amazing chef, friendly staff and great food. We didn't know…read morewhat to order and the chef was able to make suggestions personally. The location itself was easy to get to and very clean. There is a large room upstairs if anyone needs a space for a group.

Beautiful tapas place that we tried on our first night in Porto, no reservation needed. Staff are…read morevery friendly and explained each item of the tapas menu to us in English. We ordered a bottle of the house red for 10 euros and 10 or so tapas plates to share, the bill came to only 40 euros! Our favorites were the caldo verde, alheira duque, rissol marisco and the chouriça assado. Strongly recommend if you're looking to taste a variety of Portuguese specialities in one place!

Excellent service, great food, we had pleasant experience in the center of city Porto ! 5 stars.read more

We had the Octopus and the duck. No regrets. Both were tasty, fresh and a big serving. The duck had…read morea red wine sauce the octopus had an Asian sauce. Both dishes were served with a big plate of veggies (cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots). Plus they each had a small salad topped with pine nuts and a vinaigrette on the same plate. The duck barely inched out the octopus as our favorite but it was close. My husband had a port wine old fashioned while I enjoyed a gin basil smash. Service was very attentive. We made a reservation, but didn't need it as it was surprisingly not crowded. No room for dessert because portions were large. Bill came to 74 euro, not expensive for what we ordered. We ate every bite- even our veggies. Bonus was the river view.

From the owner: “The KEspot” is a grill bar/restaurant with a beautiful view on city!read more

Eating with the locals in Portugal - northern edition (1 of 2)…read more It was later in the evening and I was laying my head down in Porto instead of Vila Nova de Gaia, which is atypical for me. I asked where to get some fairly priced and good grub that locals would definitely like. I was given this name - Capa Negra II - and, since they know they can be nasal and enunciate differently from the other Iberians, this young lady wrote it down for me. Capa Negra II was nearby and on the busy street that buses use to go from the Casa da Musica Metro over the Ponte Arrabida to the south shore. I had thus been by it numerous times. I took note that they offered many things, but are best known for their Francesinha. Even though Francesinha approximates "little Frenchie" in Portuguese, it is said to have been born in the Porto area. It is a sandwich inside which there are pressed layers of different pork and cured meats and it is covered in a complex sauce including cheese, tomato sauce, beer, port wine, spices, and then some. It is usually topped with an egg. They are very nice to look at, albeit almost decadent. I have a short history with the Francesinha. Years ago, I notice a place that looked like Capa Negra II and on that very same row of eateries that was hopping in the evenings and I went in there to get a Francesinha. (I don't know why that similar place is no longer open.) The sandwich was just like I have described above except that there were peppercorns in the meat that, in my opinion, were nasty and I had to open it up to work around them. It was thus the only time I had eaten a Francesinha. The waiter was mild mannered and I told him I only needed to verify one thing. I always try to put together some words in the local lingo because I want to ... and because I want to be far from being an "ugly American." I was adamant about there being no peppercorns in my Francesinha. I said something like, "Tem issas coisas pequenas negras e picante dentro a carne? ... nao quiero ... nao gosto." He quickly understood my issue and indicated there would not be any. Now, here, I was an idiot an asked for "batatas cocidas!" I should have just accepted the traditional fries that accompany the sandwich given how many times I've had Big Boy and Big Mac combos. I washed it all down with a soft drink. I was happy that I gave the Francesinha another chance. Mind you, you cannot do this often. It was robust, tasty, and, since you might eat only that, it will be filling without completely bogging you down. I liked the waiter and his politeness. The price was fair. The restaurant was modern, simple, comfortable, and airy, even though it was in the evening. Finally, there was a queue because it was full and you had to give the host your name. They stuck to it and got me seated quickly. I really appreciated the fairness and even handedness of all this and it's usually this way in Portugal, especially in its north. Their Francesinha is good and they have many other choices. It's not fine dining. I would almost describe Capa Negra II as a glassier modern tavern. There is another "branch" in the center and there may be more tourists at that one. I do like this newer part of the city, you will be eating with locals, and I recommend this restaurant.

The Francesinha sandwich was very good. Very attentive wait staff with excellent service. It was a…read morebit crowded but this is to be expected at the good restaurants.

The food was delicious and our waiter Carlos took great care of us. It's a great spot for a date…read morenight or for some friends who want to eat some great food. Beefsteak, chicken breast, seabass, and pork ribs were fantastic.

We have now had dinner twice here and the food was excellent! The Ribs and sea bass were amazing…read more Excellent service too from all the servers and especially Gabriela!! She not only recommended wine for me but her energy was so warm and friendly! And location is the best !