50 Best Italian Restaurants in Porto

“We didn’t receive the food yet, even though i will give this place 5 stars! The service is amazing!!! Each one of the staff is friendly and wonderful, what ever food comes on the table, I’m sure that i will leave with a smile on my face.Thank you so much“

“So good that we went back the next day for my birthday!Excellent Italian restaurant. Pleasant and smiling staff, boss accommodating to find you a table even if the restaurant is full. The dishes are fresh, quality and excellent. We will return with our eyes closed, thank you for everything.“

“Enjoyed a delicious meal here. My husband and I each had the couvert, I had the caprese salad and my husband had a garden salad. We split those and both enjoyed each salad very much. He had the mushroom risotto and I had the lasagna. Everything was brought to us quickly and was very fresh. Will definitely go again.“

“I really enjoyed this place! My cousin and I arrived into Porto in the evening and hadn’t done any research to find where to eat. We stumbled upon this gem and it was delicious! The atmosphere is very family friendly and homey which was a nice way to start the Porto part of our trip. The menu had a lot of variety but ultimately I went for burrata, ham, and arugula. It was so yummy and it tasted fresh! Would definitely recommend if you’re in the area and craving some comfort pizza!“

“We returned to Porto after we finished the Camino. We had not decided where to have supper the night we arrived, but walking around we were fortunate to have literally stumbled on Incontro Bistrot. We did not have a reservation, but as it was early, we were seated. The staff were just as nice as they could be, and the food was out of this world. We enjoyed it so much that we returned the next evening, with a reservation of course. Everything is fresh and perfectly prepared. You will not be disappointed! Highly recommend!“

“Just go! Go! Go! Make a reservation as they are almost always full. It is small and quaint and the food is phenomenal. João was the consummate host. Complimentary champagne, olives and fresh warm bread. Then we had the soup of the day, chicken meatballs, peppered pasta with pecorino and ham cheeks with mash potatoes and broccolini. Last but not least lemon orange cake that melts in your mouth. Everything was amazing! I wish I could give them 10 stars!“

“It's so so deliciousOf course, since it's freshly made hot pizza,It's a food that can't help but be delicious.I couldn't eat the whole plate so I left one piece and packed it away.You can order one plate per person!I showed him the picture and asked him to make it like this.It was the best choice.Next time, I want to try pizza with truffles.I ordered it from the table next to me and the truffle scent was crazy?“

“I will certainly recommend it to all my friends and will come back again. The food was impeccable, very tasty and extremely carefully prepared. All the staff welcomed us extremely well, special note for the blonde Portuguese attendant with glasses (unfortunately I didn't catch her name), she was so kind, so kind, my wife and I wanted to hug her. Caio, the other attendant, was also lovely. Place to come back and feel welcomed. And the environment is a little noisy, but very well decorated, it reminded me of my mother and my daughter's house.Criticisms: 1-) I read, I don't know if on the website or somewhere that the stay limit is 2 hours, I hate having to eat and worry about it. Although the restaurant seemed very flexible to me, the existence of this rule would eliminate me taking a friend of mine who I haven't spoken to in a while, as I would be afraid of exceeding the time limit.2-) A lot of noise, as I am partially deaf it is difficult to hear those at the tables, but this problem is difficult to solve, I believe that only by investing in a noise-absorbing ceiling or reducing the number of tables, none of these solutions are very possible, so I don't believe anything can be done about it and I didn't take the noise into account when giving the rating.“

“This restaurant boasts an exceptional atmosphere and delicious food. The service was outstanding as well. They offer an incredible lunch deal that includes a three-course meal, a drink (including wine ?!!), and coffee for around €25, depending on your main course selection. It was so good, we went for a secound time on our last night!“

“delightful little gem and the food options selected were so simple, yet very flavorful. The interior is quite small and I was lucky enough to get one of the few terrace seats that had a little view of the river during my visit. Service was good and the small bites they had were very flavorful. Would recommend if you were in the area and needed a light snack to carry you through the day.“

“Best pizza in Porto! Very thin dough, sensational sauce and very filling. The starters are also incredible and good value for money (we paid €45 for two pizzas, two starters and fuas colas). The girls are super friendly and the atmosphere is very pleasant, even if small. We love everything!“

“We had an excellent experience at this restaurant, ordering the full menu at lunch, including starter, main course, drink, dessert and coffee. The price is good and the atmosphere is very pleasant. Better value for money than most local restaurants, which take advantage of tourism and charge abusive prices. We will definitely be back.“

“Un lieu très agréable et un service encore plus agréable ! Nous remercions la personne qui nous a servis pour sa gentillesse. Les glaces sont à tomber, même si le prix est un peu plus élevé qu'ailleurs cela vaut le coût de se faire plaisir. Du choix, de la qualité et un bon endroit. Nous recommandons !“

“It is very rare that I walk out of a place and know exactly that I write a 5 star review when I get home. Today is such an occasion after visiting OKRA. First of all, the atmosphere is planned to perfection. Everything is styled very cosy, lots of room, light yet not to bright, accoustics are very well thought out and the light is aimed correctly and highlights the decor. The atmosphere is continued even in the toilets, no compromises. The menu is very neat and highlights the best things in the house. I had the pleasure to enjoy a very delicate beef steak tartare with cured egg yolk on top, very delicious and good umami flavour. As the main course, I got myself the pizza Pato & Radiccchio, there as well, wood fired on point and the flavor combination is godly. The chocolate mouse as a dessert is very decadent and full of flavour, perfect consistency and well rounded with cookies on top and some sort of white sauce. Compliments to the chef. Special shoutout to the bar staff as well as their mocktail selection is adequatly sized and had a very good apple-coconut-lime mocktail, not to sweet and well thought out. Last but not least, the staff was very attentive, fast to react and friendly from start to end. I will come back!“

“excellent restaurant in the heart of Porto! I was delighted by the exquisite food and the service of the staff. Pedro was divine, super friendly and the waiters were very helpful, I will really return since I had a wonderful experience. Thank you very much ????“

“Osso Buco was delicious, as was the risotto. It’s the kind of formula where you have to order your vegetables and starches as sides. So final bill was higher than anticipated. However, it’s a typical formula, so we should have expects it. The olives they offer at 2€ per person when you sit down, aren’t worth it. But the bread is delicious… as was all the rest. Bathroom was pretty.“

“Outstanding arts space located on the top floor of a car park with excellent city views. Music, performance and visual arts venue. Food isn't bad either with excellent friendly service even when they are run off their feet. Great vibes, and highly recommend a visit.“

“This little gem was a great find right beside the Torre dos Clerigos. The girl serving speaks multiple languages and was very pleasant and helpful. We tried multiple flavours and came there twice. Portion sizes are generous. The caramello was excellent.“

“Excellent food and serviceWe went to look for pizzas to take away, and we were pleasantly surprised by the warmth of the attention of the people at this pizzeria. They recommended their specialties and also places to visit in Porto. A luxury, we will return without a doubt!“

“THE REAL DEAL !!!Pure, tasty North Indian food just like we make at home. No idea what the " Italian " is doing in the name. Lovely friendly staff, nice service & very fair prices. We would come again if visiting Porto - from the home of Indian food : LONDON!!Vegetarian options: Aloo gobi ( cauliflower & potatoes)Tarkda dal ( yellow lentils )Roti ( delicious thin bread )“

“This seems to be a popular place with many tourists, but I’d say it’s because there is a popular book store nearby. We ordered hot chocolate and it wasn’t good, unfortunately… The bathroom also didn’t seem very clean and you need a code to come in. The interior is quite cozy and the staff are pleasant. The prices seemed a bit high for most things, too. But to get a better idea of the place, you need to try more things from the menu, so I’m giving 4 starsWheelchair accessibility: The bathroom is on -1 floor, so it will be impossible to use for people in a wheelchair“

“The food was super delicious, the best thing about the dinner was the attention of the waitress who served us, despite arriving close to closing time, she was super friendly, she helped us by recommending dishes from the menu to guide us. Such close and professional attention is appreciated!!“

“The pizza we ordered was delicious and the quality-price ratio was great. A medium pizza arrived for two people and the price is not the exaggeration you see around it. The staff was also excellent, very friendly and with recommendations on what to order.“

“We had very good advice in French for our possible choices on a tablet with photos. The place is warm, stocked with excellent wines. But the main thing is the quality of the cuisine. For my part, a succulent oxtail, tender and generously served. We really enjoyed this moment and meal. To find it you have to trust Google maps. Thank you for your warm welcome.“

“Fun student bar next to the park. Cheap and strong drinks, made with fresh ingredients.That said, the Captain that they used for the mojito was definitely NOT Captain Morgan. Clearly a cheap substitute and made the drink taste more like a Caipirinha. Good thing I love caipirinhas!“

“Wonderful choice for dinner in the center of Porto! The food was simply excellent. We ordered garlic bread and buffalo cheese bruschetta for starters, and for main courses we ordered lasagna bolognese and nero spaghetti with prawns. Everything is delicious!! I will definitely come back again ?“

“(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⭐“

“Excellent value for money. Food very good for plain Italian fare. Local Duoro wine was good and very reasonably priced. What stands out is the friendly but not overpowering staff. They are polite, helpful and attentive and make it relaxing experience.“

“We were there and ordered 2 scoops in a cup and 3 scoops in a waffle. The ice cream was great, although a little expensive.The service was very friendly and the place looked very inviting. We ate the ice cream outside. This was very nicely decorated. If we are in Porto again we will definitely come back??“

“Vegetarian options: it’s possible to choose from several optionsDietary restrictions: it’s possible to choose from several optionsParking: possible to park for sure within 5-15 mins walkKid-friendliness: it’s kids friendlyWheelchair accessibility: somewhat difficult, but not impossible“

“Super busy, non touristy, full of locals and their families. We had to walk around a for awhile to find a table and then line up to order pizza. You can order drinks at the bar in the middle. Also other food vendors in the same little complex, hamburgers and pasta. The pizzas are super thin and full of flavour. We also had some gelato which was nice. You can also get the pizzas takeaway.“

“Wonderful restaurant with very good service - we did not only enjoy the food but also the atmosphere! You get more than it looks like on the pictures and the prices are reasonable.Vegetarian options: Two vegetarian risotto options but it was also possible to just leave out the meat and replace it with anything else.Wheelchair accessibility: Unfortunately it seems very difficult to get there with a wheelchair.“

“Restaurant in the center of Porto a few steps from the city's nightlife.The place is not very big,but it is very welcoming and well looked after.The staff is always helpful and kind (some also speak Italian)The owner…, a true southern Italian!!Classic Neapolitan pizza with quality productsMy favorite is Verace, but I also recommend Muti.The cold cuts and first courses are good.I recommend online booking (convenient and fast)“

“In our opinion, very enjoyable pizza and a reasonable choice of mains. Pizzas' in Porto are the thick edged variety, but these were quite crispy.Pasta was good. Wine list is quite small, and apart from the " house ", not cheap.No matter, pleasant surroundings and attentive staff.“

“We have come on vacation to this area and this pizzeria deserves 5 stars in everything, it is very nice apart from everything to be able to have a tablet to place your order in your language, you know what you order, the rest is more phenomenal“

“A cozy atmosphere. The focaccia was delicious with its delicious garlic clove. The brutal pizza is also thin crust. The water bottles are a bit expensive (€2.20) since in Spain we are used to being able to ask for free glasses of water. Overall, a very delicious dinner!!!“

“Wonderful pizzas. The spectacular attendant served us exquisitely, always attentive and with unparalleled politeness and friendliness. The place has really cool decor, all American Rock style and, on top of that, the names of the pizzas are fun. I highly recommend the rodizio, in addition to the super affordable price, the pizzas are really very tasty and an ideal size. It's really worth knowing!“

“Coming randomly in the evening and not expecting a place because the room seen from the street is small and full, we were warmly welcomed and taken to the back and what a surprise: a very large room in a modern, elegant decoration, sober, with relaxing tones... everything has been thought out with taste. Perfect service and dishes that are as well presented as they are tasty. The tables are spaced apart and we had a wonderful evening with friends. Porto has some very nice and good restaurants.“

“Goodnight,I must leave my positive review. I'm a person with a weird taste when it comes to pizza and pasta, always afraid that everything is frozen.I must say, that today, April 9, 2022, I tried a simple pizza, from "Pizza Wow". All my feedback is extremely positive. Fresh ingredients, you can also check their manufacture and process. I loved it, the pasta itself sets it apart from other restaurants with high scores.Thank you very much, for the excellent service from Helena and Guilherme, in a good mood and always with wonderful suggestions ?It's to come back! Kisses to the team“

“Randomly found this tapas restaurant on the way back. There are many different types of tapas to choose. The food is tasty and the service is really good. Recommended if you like tapas and wanna something light. Also the restaurant has the Porto wine tasting, so if you can enjoy the food while having the tasting of Porto wine.“

“They have a very nice terrace in the square and we had a few beers and decided to have dinner there and it was a very good choice!The incredible pizzas, our favorite, the bolywood, we also ordered the bolognese, which was delicious!Highly recommended greetings from Spain ??Cheap price for how good the food is“

“Restaurant right behind the apartment, a very pleasant surprise!Booked last minute, they were really kind in finding the table.Well-kept place, beautiful presentation, interior with attention to detail.Perhaps the best octopus (and not the usual tentacle, just a nice whole octopus) eaten in Porto! Well prepared and incredibly soft and marinated very well, sauteed turnip greens are also excellent.The other dish of baked cod with crispy breaded crust and onion confit, also really well cooked and presented, tender and delicate at the right point.Exceptional quality/price!Recommended, worth trying“

“Staff with a super friendly and dedicated customer service. The food is very good and homemade for a very good price. The 4 of us ate the dishes of the day for €5 which included a small plate of salad and a soup for €1.5 plus water and coffee. All for €25.“

“Breath-taking view wow. And the pizza on another level one of the best Diavola pizza’s I have ever tried, it was that good. I recommend going towards sundown ? and hopefully you will visit during fig season. It’s the only time they have the fig and prosciutto ufff ? ? ?.“

“After a long journey from Holland to Portugal, we were warmly received.Service was good and fast!Ate delicious pizzas of good quality and did a shot of delicious limoncello with the waiter. Really highly recommended! Atmosphere is pleasant and restaurant has a nice interior!We will definitely come back here again.“

“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.“

“Portarossa is simply incredible! ?? Their Italian food is mouth-watering and makes you feel like you're in Italy. The relaxed atmosphere makes the experience even more pleasant. The lasagna is to die for, and the risottos are divine! The service is also top notch, always with a smile on your face. Worth every penny! Don't miss the chance to try this delicious Italian cuisine. ??“

“It was a 5* restaurant, with the best Italian food in Porto.It's still good, but it's lost some quality and the prices it currently charges puts it at a level of demand that makes it a 4* restaurant.It's still a good experience, but it's worse than it was 2 years ago, for example, and relatively expensive.“

“Simply 10/10, one of the best experiences and obviously worth repeating (and as soon as possible!!). Extremely friendly and concerned service, fast and professional. A careful environment, good selection of light and colors, welcoming and loving!The quality/price is superb, it is clear that the kitchen is crafted and thought out!! So good!!What a wonderful experience, enchanted!“

“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.“