47 Best Italian Restaurants in Porto

“We were in Porto for only a few days and happened upon Mamma Mia. Great pizza and pasta and friendly service. We ended up there twice and both times were great! We shared a small pizza and a pasta and we were both impressed. Thank you.Mamma Mia!“

“It closes at ten thirty and there was no longer a table because we arrived almost at ten at night. Even so, he was very friendly and took us to take away. We ordered three pizzas and they were all very good, pepperonni, Portuguese and 5 cheeses.“

“Delicious food and friendly, helpful staff. Tasty cheese selection. Beware of the street musicians though, even if you're not paying attention and just enjoying your meal, they'll come up to your table and ask you for money. They even have card terminals, which was quite annoying, especially if you don't like their music. Better tip the waiters!:)“

“- Unfortunately the pizza doesn't taste good at all. Definitely recommended to stay away from it. The pizza base is dry and boring and the toppings tasted bland.

• Facilities are only okay, so the ambience is deducted
• The service was bad-tempered and therefore neither friendly nor unfriendly. Maybe it's because the service doesn't get the tip directly because you pay at the cash register when you leave (collective tip).

+ The pasta is very tasty and highly recommended and according to the menu, some of it is homemade.
The ambience on the bank with a view of the river and the old city railway is very nice.“

“We dropped by a little earlier to see if we could get a spot. This place always seems busy.

The food and service clearly showed why it was always busy. The gnocchi and chicken cacciatore were great. Specifically my gnocchi tasted fresh and the portion was huge.

The service team was both friendly and efficient. I enjoyed the food here and would definitely recommend it.“

“As you can see from the photos, the place is very elegant and welcoming ?? It will be a pleasure to eat there given the great attention to detail starting from the materials and the design around you ?
The food is very good and of quality, the price range is adequate in relation to the prices you will find in a city like Porto.
We dined with a local wine ?, a reserve, which accompanied us divinely during the entire meal (ALTANO RESERVA). Fantastic

The pizza ? we ate was sensational (BLACK WITH VEGETABLE CHARCOAL), beautiful and delicious _ you can find it in the photo, in some cases better than the one we find in Italy.
Then we moved on to the second courses which were very good, we took a BEEF FILLET MEDALLION and a SLOW COOKING PORK SPARE RIBS.
Finally we closed with a dessert ? (TIRAMISÙ) which we split to taste and it was quite good.
The coffee was also very good ☕ something not to be taken for granted.

The staff was very kind and helpful, efficient service and they always tried to satisfy our requests ?
A restaurant definitely worth trying if you visit Porto ?

Vegetarian options: On the menu there are soups and salads. However, the staff is very helpful and will certainly try to satisfy any requests.

Dietary restrictions: You will find a complete menu, from appetizers to desserts. Both meat, fish and vegetarian dishes.

Parking: Porto is very busy and it is not easy to find street parking. Despite this there are several paid private car parks that are only a 5 minute walk from this restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: Yes, it is also suitable for children but I recommend it for dinners as a couple or in groups of up to 6/8 people.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, the place is accessible and equipped.“

“SUMMARY: THE BEST CARBONARA I HAVE EVER EAT, AND I HAVE BEEN TO ALL THE FAMOUS THINGS IN ROME.
Now more in detail.

We came from a walk, and the letter caught our attention. Super discreet place, there was no one inside the restaurant, but it looked good and we took a chance.

Everyone was very friendly, since it was just us, and the food is spectacular. They put the carbonara on the menu as if it had bacon, but the guy, who is really Italian, made it with guanciale, as it should.
And it was INCREDIBLE, better than Osteria Fortunata and those in Rome.

So far, one of the places where I have eaten the best. I give it a 200/10“

“It was good food! The portions were good and the presentation was very nice.

Vegetarian options: There were many things even without meat.

Dietary restrictions: You can indicate things that you want to remove or add.“

“It's so delicious and the meat is soft~~
It's a bit pricey, but considering the staff's service and atmosphere, I think it's well worth the price! It was a place where sangria and wine were really delicious!! I recommend it ?“

“The food was excellent.
I had the vegetarian pizza and it was soooooo delicious, I can recomend this place to every one who is in porto and likes good food.

To drink i had a homemade ginger and rosmarin ice tea. The ice tea also was perfect.

But the best was the waiter who is super nice and funny and the sweet waitress.

I would come here every time again“

“The restaurant has very good ambient music, calm, relaxing, and the food is divine. Homemade butter is recommended and the prawn risotto was delicious. The desserts are delicious. The service is very attentive, attentive to customer requests, with a relaxed and professional atmosphere. The decoration demonstrates refinement. The wood oven, for those who enter, gives a cozy atmosphere even in summer. The olive tree, at the back of the room, is, to use gastronomic language, the icing on the cake.“

“I was treated to a trip to this restaurant on my birthday by my better half, and it was a great surprise and a wonderful experience. I have Italian origins and I can say that the food corresponds! Quality ingredients, well served and very tasty Italian style dishes. Careful and friendly service. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful, the music matches the space, which is not always the case. The desserts were great too, after a whole range of flavors tried in the chosen dishes. Without a doubt a restaurant to repeat :)“

“Great experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere among the staff is great, and other catering establishments can learn something from hospitality. After a wonderful first evening with a delicious pizza, Pina colada and ice cream for dessert, I was recognized 3 days later by the staff from that evening! Cordiality is real/authentic and not pretended. I enjoyed it so much that I went back a second time (last evening) for beef entrecote, Pina colada and delicious tiramisu (really the tastiest I have ever tasted). Thank you for the wonderful evenings and keep it up! A la proxima! Zach, Dani, Millena and Philippa“

“One of the most emblematic pizzerias in Porto, it has been around for a few decades. Friendly and competent service...
The garlic bread is divine but in general everything is good and well prepared.
My favorite is the cipole pizza with onion and chorizo.
Ideal place for a quick meal but also for something longer with a group.
The lack of parking is a problem, but on the back street there is a public park that is approximately a 5-minute walk away.“

“(Translated by Google) Excellent place very well decorated, with well-prepared and varied dishes and good dessertsA lot of friendliness from the staff.I recommend garlic bread and francesinha in the oven 5⭐(Original)Exelente local muito bem decorado, com pratos bem confecionados e variados e boas sobremesasMuita simpatia por parte do staff.Recomendo entrada pão de alho e francesinha no forno 5⭐“

“Nice place, hotel in downtown Porto with beautiful Italian cuisine.
We ate a pasta with prawns with a great aroma of olive oil which was incredible, salmon with sweet potato puree which was beautiful with every detail well presented. The staff was very fun, and very sophisticated, we ate and drank well!!! Congratulations on the impeccable kitchen. Congratulations to the room, which was very well organized, a good company!“

“A lovely Italian restaurant with a cool spacious interior and tasty dishes, the staff were very kind and the food was portioned decently in my opinion. I got the pesto bursts pasta and it was delicious, the others got pizzas and were also very happy“

“This restaurant and the owners are just amazing! The location is charming and we had a lovely table facing the street. People would stop by the window and look at our food which was probably the best Italian food we’ve ever had. The warm welcome by the owners as well as every item we ordered was outstanding. You receive fresh bread with olives and olive oil as much as you desire and it was scrumptious. For appetizers, we ordered a salad and chicken meatballs, and they were very delicious. For dinner, we had the salmon, Bolognese, a veggie pasta and they were cooked to perfection. The absolute star of the meal was a mushroom pasta: it was decadent and like no pasta we’ve ever tasted! The owners ( husband and wife) were SO sweet! We cannot wait to come back to Porto and eat at this absolute gem of a restaurant again!“

“Such a sweet little restaurant. The waitresses spoke English which was very convenient.
The food was great, we had the vegetarian tortellini and lasagna bolognese which were both outstanding. Not expensive either, we paid 17,50 per person for main course and desert. The tiramisu was super fluffy and creamy, would recommend!“

“Good surprise. Restaurant somewhat hidden between awnings and without a clearly visible name. When you enter, the atmosphere is peaceful but the space is relatively small. Delicious pizzas with well-made dough and a good tomato base. Well-crafted pasta. Good desserts. Very helpful staff.“

“Today we had dinner as a family, once again very satisfied.
The Dalton employee who welcomed and served us was excellent in friendliness and professionalism.
Congratulations, much happiness and success!!
We will be back soon!!“

“It used to be good... Not anymore.
They require each person to order a pizza.
They do not allow sharing.
We then placed a delivery order.
The pizzas were poorly/understuffed, very thin crust.
It's not what it was anymore.
I have been a customer for over 3 years and now the experience is bad.
I don't recommend it.“

“Vacationing from the US. Happened upon this wonderful restaurant. The pizza was actually the best I have ever had .. delicious. Bacon wrapped prawns were amazing. Catarina and Luís were delightful; treated us to a port wine to end a great evening. Highly recommend!

Parking: Found a spot without difficulty.“

“(Translated by Google) Tomatino makes the best lasagna I've ever had. I always order tomato sauce and bechamel and I'm always delighted with the taste. Irresistible.(Original)O Tomatino faz a melhor lasanha que já alguma vez comi. Peço sempre molho de tomate e bechamel e fico sempre maravilhada com o sabor. Irresistível.“

“This place is magical for me! I had a very bad day because my apartment reservation was cancelled last minute. Imagine being first time in a new country and you don't speak the language and you don't have a place to stay. I went to this restaurant to have dinner and not only was the food delicious, the people who work there are among the loveliest people. I think it's a family run restaurant. They let me charge my phone as well and they were just so kind and helpful. The place also has a great vibe and very clean too. Very highly recommended if you are around the area!“

“Visited this restaurant because of the distance from our accommodation.

Service was very friendly & pizza tasted good.

Upon arrival we were immediately served a small appetizer (without asking beforehand) (see photo); which of course we were billed for.

The outdoor area was nice, but if it had been full it would have been very restless.
It is also exposed to strong winds despite the wind protection being installed.

• It would be nice if the menu still had VEGAN dishes to choose from :)

Conclusion: Local is recommended! ?“

“Dining at Obicà was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all our expectations. From start to finish, every dish we tried was nothing short of spectacular.

We began with the Tomato Carpaccio, a refreshing and vibrant start to our meal. The flavors were incredibly fresh, making each bite a delightful experience. Following that, we enjoyed the Bres Salade, which was a perfect blend of crisp greens and savory components, balancing textures and tastes beautifully.

Our main courses were equally impressive. The Spicy Pizza had just the right amount of heat, combined with a perfectly crispy crust and rich, flavorful toppings. It was a true masterpiece. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the Truffle Pasta. It was as luxurious and indulgent as a dish you’d find in a two-star Michelin restaurant, with an aroma and taste that left us craving more.

To top it all off, our server was magnificent, providing impeccable service with a warm and welcoming attitude that made our dining experience even more enjoyable.

Truly amazing food and exceptional service. We can’t wait to return to Obicà!“

“Nice place with good food. Pretend to be Italian but is not, you can perceive it from some mistake on the menu that shows the non "italianity" and the fact that what they call piazza Diavola in Italy would be completely different. Overall appreciated the food and the location.“

“It does not attract the attention of passers-by, with its glass facade and indication with the name of the place and its menu. But if given the opportunity, it doesn't disappoint. The food is varied and well prepared. The price is fair. The place is pleasantly decorated. The staff is friendly.
We will be back.“

“Finally, an Italian place the whole family enjoyed on this trip to Portugal. Compared to our previous negative experience at another joint in Lisbon which I had given a super negative review (my rare few), this place is really value for money pasta. We didn’t order the pizza but the table next to us did and it looked great and bigger than usual size. They even had Hawaiian version, Italians will freak at this lol.

We had squid ink pasta with prawns and clams. We were delighted that not only did it come in good portions, there was an expected and reasonable amount of seafood in my plate. Not singular piece of seafood like our prior bad experience in Lisbon. In fact, not only did the quantity feels right, the prawns were FRESH and Sweet! They even threw in extra peeled shrimps in addition to the big prawns. We finished every bit of it! This is what decency in business meant. Not ripping customers off by serving mainly a whole plate of noodles only. The sauce while wasn’t full flavoursome, it was still above average nice.

May I say the pineapple+orange juice was refreshing and delightful!

We also had the homemade Oreo mousse. We liked it. Not overly sweet and again sensible portion. Would recommend others to come

I saw some comment on the service not being great but we were fine with ours. They were fast and efficient, not with huge grin but was responsive. After my meal, the staff did smile when we were leaving.“

“An Italian restaurant that serves various types of pizza and pasta. The reception is good and the employee at the reception is very helpful and helpful. There are indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered a cheese pizza and a pizza with burrata cheese, and the pizza was 10/8 and orange juice. For hospitality, baked goods with butter and delicious pink sauce.“

“Unforgettable experience, this is the 2nd time I've been there and the food takes us directly to Italy. The girls' service is spectacular, very attentive and willing to help.
I will be back and I will recommend it!
Thank you QUATTRO RISTORANTE“

“Very classy and delicious food, but very inexpensive. Some of the staff were a bit unmotivated, but sometimes you have a bad day, but others were very nice and those behind the bar/counter were very friendly. Somewhat loud music for so many people/conversations, but not too bad.“

“It may seem like just another ice cream shop, but believe me it's not! In addition to the very beautiful petal shape, the flavor is excellent. Nothing artificial, you really feel the true flavor of the ice cream.
I highly recommend it!“

“If you are looking for a light and tasty meal, I highly recommend this place.

Located close to the Douro, the place offers a calm and modern atmosphere, perfect to rest after running the crowded streets of the Ribeira.

After finding a seat - the place is small, so it might be difficult - you will be able to order from a small menu. It's a good point: you won't have to go through a long list of recipes, and can focus on the few items on the list.

The place offers contemporain takes on Portuguese classics, in portions just big enough to feed one person. I recommend the hot codfish dish, minced and mixed with eggs and veggies, and coming with bread sticks. To finish your meal, I also recommend the pastel de nata - one of the best I've eaten so far in Portugal.

I removed one star due to the service, which felt a bit long. But the quality of the meal was worth the wait. As one of the waiters told me that day, "it's about the food, right?".“

“The space is incredible, different from the usual Italian concept.
The food is excellent and the drinks too (margarita).
The service was fast!
We had some difficulty reading the menu, as the font was small, and the light didn't help either. We asked the employee for help, who, after telling us to use our cell phone's flashlight, remembered that he was the one who should help with the light! Small details that can make all the difference.“

“On est allés là suite à une envie de pizza et ils avaient plusieurs choix ! On a été surpris de voir qu'ils avaient beaucoup d'autres options : lasagne, risotto, etc. Très bon resto avec une petite vue sympa sur la ville et délicieux cocktails.“

“Cozy rooftop bar without a great view, but with a lot of atmosphere and delicious food. I had a pizza with homemade ricotta, pistachio cream, salami, buffalo mozzarella and rocket, which tasted excellent. The hummus starter was ok. The bedside tables are also very versatile. All around a very good restaurant.

Vegetarian options: There is a varied vegan selection

Wheelchair accessibility: An elevator goes to the rooftop bar floor“

“Excellent ice cream we stopped at after visiting Clerigos Church. It is located in a pleasant street full of businesses and restaurants.

The selection of ice creams is really varied and everyone will find their favorite flavor here. We tried kiwi, mango, passion fruit and pistachio. All the ice creams were full of flavor and you could feel the taste of the original ingredients in each one.

The staff was nice, quick and helpful. We were served promptly and all our questions about the flavors were answered with a smile. The price for 2 scoops was adequate for the city center.

I will always be happy to return to such an ice cream parlor/gelateria. The overall atmosphere, the excellent quality of the ice cream and the friendly staff make this establishment an ideal place to stop while walking around Porto.“

“I accidentally came here for dinner and it was such a great find! The pizzas are so good with really different and tasty combinations! The space is really fun and well decorated ! Great! Loved it !

Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian options“

“We came to this place completely unexpectedly and were pleasantly surprised. First, the restaurant is very nice because of its decoration and the background music that doesn't stand out but gives a lot of atmosphere. There is food for all tastes and several vegetarian options. We have been there more than once and everything was great. You can have dinner and a drink. And every time we have been, the service has been excellent, very nice and fast workers. Totally recommended if you are in Porto, it may not attract attention but it is totally worth it.“

“Nice variety of really tasty pizzas! We got the small Margherita pizza, which was a good size to share with two people as just a snack. The tiramisu is also very good with a nice espresso flavor. They were busy when we were there, but the pizza came quickly after ordering.“

“Delicious, well-served and cute-looking ice-creams! We had to queue for some time before being able to order but it was worth it. Staff members were very nice, kind and friendly despite being so busy and having to dedicate time to serve the ice cream nicely, in a flower shape.
There are maaaany vegan options (around 12 flavours)
You can pick unlimited flavours, which is awesome!
You need a code to be able to go into the toilet!
Chairs and indoor seats are comfy.
We enjoyed our time here and will be coming back to try the coffee!“

“The room is very small and accommodates three tables and a maximum of 10 people, but that doesn't stop you from enjoying a pizza there. But it seems that the flagship is to take with you. It came out quite quickly and even though it was late at night, 1:30 am, I was attended to with kindness and a smile on my face. It's worth noting that they were open, while most pizzerias had already closed. I ordered 4 cheeses and a margherita and they were very delicious. I wish they had a little more edge, but that's my taste and it's not a reason to stop trying it.“

“We celebrated our wedding in this restaurant, in a special space. It was a fantastic night. We have a super attentive and attentive team, which made the night even more enjoyable. I just have to thank everyone for the perfection with which we were treated.“

“Wat een heerlijk eten en een vriendelijke bediening! heerlijk voor vegetariërs. Ze zitten achter een bouwscherm omdat er voor het restaurant aan de weg gewerkt wordt maar een groot bord aan de kant van de weg laat duidelijk zien waar dit fijne restaurant zit.

Vegetarian options: Heerlijke vegetarische gerechten“

“The place is relatively small, and with few tables inside, but it gives a more "intimate" atmosphere because of this fact.The menu is simple and only has the most "common" Indian dishes, although the presentation of the dishes is very careful. The portions are well served and very tasty. The samosas were perfect, very well filled and spicy.The service is super fast and very attentive. Without a doubt, a place to revisit.“