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Tapabento

4.8 (507 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Matt H.

This is one of the meals we were most looking forward to in Porto and it did not disappoint. From the unique setting inside the train station, to the wonderful service from the hostess and our waiter Antonio, to the amazing food, it was a great evening. The menu is more diverse than most Portuguese restaurants and our group loved the tuna tartare, tortillas, and ceviche appetizers, seafood risotto, curry, and shrimp and noodles mains. One piece of advice - try to eat early as they do run out of the fresh seafood.

Must order to dip in broth.
Carin R.

Such a great spot! It's lively and packed with locals, commuters and tourists. We sat at the bar and had a great time. The service was on point. The bartender even spent extra time giving us local spots to check out. The food came out quickly and was delicious. The Cataplana Peixe Maris is as amazing as the photo looks make sure to order the bread to soak up the broth. Highly recommend. Reservations are a must.

Cassindy C.

Omg! The best "secret" in Porto. Freshest seafood and produce. Combined with very high level cooking and creative recipes celebrating Portuguese cuisine. The razor clams - of course but also the very toothsome tortilla with the most fragrant caramelized onions, The salads and breads - the roast duck!! Do not skip dessert. Let wonderful Isabel give u recommendations

Oxtail dumplings
Karen H.

We made reservations for this spot ahead of time and I'm so glad we did because the line to get in when they first open for the day is INSANE. This is inside the train station and the line stretched out so far. The inside had a fair amount of seating which is good because it seemed very popular! The waitstaff was really nice which I found unusual because most of the waitstaff I've encountered so far in Portugal wasn't as friendly and warm. We got a handful of things from their menu which I did like but it didn't blow me away. The menu felt a little Americanized to me because they labeled things that were gluten free, lactose free, etc.

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Gia H.

The Croquettes Bacalhao were of great quality, the fish inside was soft and flavorful while the exterior was crunchy. It tasted especially yummy when dipped in the white garlic aioli sauce. The duck magnet was also very good - duck was cured and cooked well; the duck maintained a meaty flavor which was balanced by the sweetness of the carrots and acidity of the sauces. The mushroom risotto complemented the duck nicely, offering creaminess and cheesiness to the meat and vegetables. The service was good - our server was patient through the ordering process and gave good recommendations. Ambiance was so cute! The dishes and napkins were so pretty and matched the walls and the whole aesthetic was curated very nicely.

Renee B.

We came across this place when we were searching for a nearby dinner option. We had passed by the day before without realizing. I'm so glad we took a chance and showed up without a reservation even though we ended up waiting quite a while to be seated. This place is very crowded and it's easy to know why... the food is absolutely amazing. Reservations are highly recommended. It's located inside the Sao Bento Train Station, right near the tracks. Weird it seems but it works.

Duck
Christine L.

Wow, what an amazing dinner! Kudos to the concierge at my hotel Se Catedral for scoring me a seat at the bar tonight! I think he asked the owner to help me out. The owner was so nice and gracious. Decor is Porto esque Pluses 1. Baby clam so fresh and please ask for the bread to dip 2. That duck is delish so aromatic and tender and they even had cool cauliflower 3. Interesting white wine with fizz by the glass for me Areas to improve None It's next to track 1 at Sao Bento station. Highly recommended! Razor clams not available today so another day!

Tuna tataki
Penprapha B.

Restaurant is inside train station! The place is always packed so reservations are strongly recommended. Fusion food, friendly staff, and nice white sangria!

The restaurant is located in the beautiful train station don't let the construction around the train station turn you away
Kathy W.

It's amazing when you can find an absolutely gem in the city you don't know and it makes you feel like a local and that's what this place is. The staff if they aren't all actual family definitely act like it it was refreshing to see locals with children and people in there and hanging out and simply enjoying a meal and time with one another. And it goes without saying if your group of more than two you should make reservations they do a great job about seating too at the bar area which is where we sat and it was fantastic even more interaction with the wonderful staff. They spoke multiple languages which is always helpful. We had a bartender / waiter who made us a special drink which was outstanding with Port and tonic!!! So finally on to the food we ordered of course tapas we had the potatoes brabus huge piece and outstanding not like a traditional Spanish one but clearly my new Portuguese favorite style we got the tomato bread and I swear it tasted like fresh fresh tomatoes on the bread we also got the eggplant dish delicious and my favorite but I love bacalao where the croquettes de bacalao, If you're in Port though this is a must eat place

Dianna H.

One of our favorite meals in Portugal with delicious vegetarian options! Make a reservation if you can. You'll have to email them to make the reservation and confirm the day before. Otherwise you have to wait in line. I made reservations for Wednesday dinner at 7 pm, right when they open for dinner. The restaurant is a bit hidden, but it's in the Sao Bento station right next to the platform. We each ordered two tapas for ourselves. My friend got two vegetarian plates and I got two meat/seafood plates. I had tiger shrimp sauteed with garlic (€27.90) and alheira croquettes (€7.50). My friend got the tortilla (€8) and the vegetable gyoza (€10). I liked my food, but I thought the vegetarian tapas were the star of the show. The tortilla may be the best tortilla I've ever had (and if not, it's definitely up there), and the vegan ponzu sauce for the gyoza was divine. In comparison, my food was solid but didn't blow my mind like the two veggie dishes did. I did think the portion of shrimp for the price was a bit disappointing, since there were only 7 shrimp on the plate. The croquettes had a nice smoky flavor to them, but again, nothing to write home about. Neither of us were super hungry after a big lunch, so two tapas each was the perfect amount for us.

Fish Soup
Nina H.

My friend and I had such a hard time finding this place, we didn't realize it was inside the station next to the trains. The place was super cute, I wasn't that hungry when I came in so I just got a fish soup and it was delicious. It wasn't too salty and was a very light broth with some fish, i thought it ws interesting they sprinkled cooked eggs on it. My friend had the pork cheeks and she enjoyed them as well.

The single best dish I've had during my time on earth. Tiger Shrimp sauteed with Garlic. Camarão Tigre Salteado ao Alho.

Há pratos bons, há pratos ótimos, e depois há pratos que nunca se esquecem. O Camarão Tigre Salteado ao Alho do Tapabento é, sem exagero, o melhor prato que já comi na vida. Camarões gigantes, com a cabeça, envolvidos num molho rico e sedoso de manteiga cítrica, alho, pimentão fumado e coentros. Cada garfada foi incrível, e o molho era tão bom que beber no final parecia absolutamente correto. É um prato simples, executado a um nível altíssimo. Equilíbrio perfeito entre gordura, acidez e um picante suave. Sem excessos, sem distrações -- apenas técnica impecável e sabor inesquecível. O Tapabento não serve apenas comida, cria momentos. A mesa ficou em silêncio porque todos estavam ocupados demais a saborear. Se voltar ao Porto, o Tapabento é parada obrigatória. Absolutamente inesquecível.

Trifle de chocolate
Dung N.

This place was so hard to find! It kept rerouting us and we finally found it after seeing the line. The wait was quite long, but I'm so glad we were able to dine here. The restaurant is a lot bigger than I expected and I loved the ambiance. I got a caipirinha to drink and she ordered a glass of white wine. We shared the dumplings, presunto iberico, camarao alho, and the trifle de chocolate. The portions were great for sharing. I enjoyed every dish. The dessert was delicious and not too sweet. It started to rain, so they even gave me a poncho to wear. The staff is so sweet and friendly. Definitely stop by here if you have the chance.

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Love this place. I would fly back here just for the food here. None of the dishes we ordered was bad.

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Very good food and service. Very popular place, be there in time or be prepared to wait.

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Tapabento Reviews in Other Languages

Petisqueira Voltaria - codfish and octopus duet "a Lagareiro" for €24.50

Petisqueira Voltaria

4.5(28 reviews)
0.2 km

Small place with a small staff but a ton of good dishes with great flavor. Inside seating is…read morelimited but there is a nice seating area listed. Modest decor, clean and neat. The waitress was very nice and gave us English menus. We shared Black pig cheek slowly cooked in red wine with bread, Codfish "Pastel de Nata" codfish and cream filling & Tuna profiterole - tuna pate and spicy pineapple jam. Small free bathroom for customers.

I was on the lookout for a decent local restaurant when I stumbled upon this gem. We arrived early…read moreand ended up waiting in line before it opened, unaware of its popularity. Given its small size, with only five tables inside, we waited at least an hour for a seat. The food did not disappoint. We started with the black pig cheek served with bread, and it was surprisingly delicious--big chunks of pork, a bit spicy, juicy, and not at all dry! Next, we tried the "a brás," which features fried potatoes, onion, and egg. It was fantastic, but you have to eat it quickly as the thinly sliced potatoes get soggy fast. Of course, we had to order the Francesinha, Porto's traditional dish. It's quite heavy, consisting of a sausage, ham, and steak sandwich smothered in melted cheese. While it was interesting to try, it was a bit too much for me to finish, and I don't think I would order it again. We also enjoyed the octopus and codfish, both of which were pretty good--the octopus drizzled with olive oil and the codfish flaky. We paired our meal with a local wine, which was decent. Overall, the food was great and definitely worth a visit. It was surprisingly affordable given the generous portions we ordered!

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Cervejaria Brasão Aliados - Brasao Aliados - Francesinha

Cervejaria Brasão Aliados

4.3(58 reviews)
0.4 km
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Number 1- make a reservation- we didn't. I waited an hour behind a potted plant for a table whilst…read moremy non-smoking husband paced outside with a team of chain smokers to be seated. The place is charming and European and fun and lively. The Francesinha was rather delicious. We marveled how the bread stayed firm in spite of the cheese and sauce. I had to try it so the two delicious bites were just that. The volume of meat on the sandwich is alrming so I went vegetarian. The zucchini tartare with vegetable croquettes was one of my favorite meals in Portugal. I raved about it for two days. I still think about it. Expertly executed and truly a culinary wizardry meal.

Came here to try the famous Francesinha…read more Brasão Aliados in downtown Porto is part of the Brasão chain of lively restaurants recognized for their well-regarded Francesinha sandwich. Anthony Bourdain referred to this dish as the heart attack on a plate as it features steak, sausage & ham sandwiched within two bread slices underneath layers melted cheese that are then finished with a tomato-beer sauce. For good measure, we had egg on top the traditional way. Service was relatively inattentive but we were here for the food anyways. The restaurant has a refined modern pub vibe, and was busy with tourists & locals when we visited. The server conversed in fluent English and the food arrived quickly despite the crowd. Surprisingly, we found the Francesinha to be quite salty especially with the much hyped beer-drenched sauce that overpowered other flavours. Our server had urged us to order the half-size, but the regular size was fine and only 2 EUR more (€13.30). There was also a couvert basket which we kindly declined. There was a longer lineup by the time we finished. Skip it or hit it? Hit it to try the classic Porto eat, be prepared for a rich but salty meal.

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Cervejaria Brasão Aliados - Chocolate hazelnut mousse.  Great end to our meal

Chocolate hazelnut mousse. Great end to our meal

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The Wine Box - Pairing aged white ports with sweet stuff

The Wine Box

4.1(46 reviews)
0.5 km
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The Wine Box turned out to be an unexpected gem for us. We were staying at the Pestana Vintage…read morehotel at the waterfront (another 5 star experience) and the concierge recommended this place as we were looking for very good food within walking distance. From the moment we arrived, we were met by very warm and friendly people including our server who was super helpful. The Wine Box has an impressive wine list with something for all tastes. The menu includes a nice variety of tapas including seafood and vegetarian which we had and really enjoyed.

This was another spot I visited while I was in Portugal that was *not* on my list - a truly…read morewonderful seafood restaurant around the corner was, that I got to before noon because I wasn't sure when they opened (turned out: 12:45 that day), so I was wandering around with an hour to kill and found this place. They have flights, including one that's 15 euros where you let them know what you're looking for and they pick out the 3 bottles, which is very neat. I told them I was in Porto mainly to try Port wines, and didn't have much familiarity with other, non-fortified Portuguese wines, and would love an intro flight, but no roses. Got a mini-lesson in the wine regions of Portugal, along with a wonderful green wine, a great Duoro valley red, and a truly fantastic red from Alentejo, a wine region I had not previously heard of, but immediately went on my radar the rest of the trip. (They also sell bottles; I bought a bottle.) Note, they said they only guarantee they'll do flights (as opposed to full-priced full glass pours) after 4 pm, but if they aren't busy for the food lunch rush, they'll do them earlier in the day (on a rainy Thursday in January they were more than happy to.) Actually liked the place so much, I came back the next afternoon and had another glass of a different Alentejo red - they only had one open for tasting in the price range that fit the "intro"-priced wine flight, so I spent... I believe 11 euros on a glass of a fancier bottle they recommended. It was also quite good, though I think I actually preferred the first one. Also had one glass of a very reasonably priced tawny Port while I was there - they had several, but obviously, I was already well into my plan to taste Port directly from all of the nearby tasting rooms across the bridge, so I just picked one here. (Unsurprisingly, it was also quite good.) They do also sell food, but I can't comment on it. Great place for quick wine tasting, though.

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