Restaurante Essência (Essência)
R. de Pedro Hispano 1190
228 301 813
Customers' Favorites
Chilled Cardamom Tart with Macadamia Nut Praline
Scallops with Linguine
Panacota Frutos Rojos
Risotto de Espargos
Recent Reviews
The restaurant is located in a more residential area of Porto, away from the city center. My partner is Omni, so we usually want to find a place that will make us both happy. I am used to Omni restaurants having a few vegan options. This is a vegetarian restaurant with a few Omni options. Most of the items are vegan or can be made vegan. I had risotto with a port wine sauce, with capers and pomegranate. The flavor combination was so delightful. For dessert we shared an apple tart...
We got a table on short notice and loved everything we’ve ordered. The desert was a perfect finish!
Vegetarian options: It’s labeled as vegetarian restaurant, but also offers a few non vegetarian options.
Vegetarian options: It’s labeled as vegetarian restaurant, but also offers a few non vegetarian options.
This place is a neighbourhood gem that definitely deserves a special trip out of the city. The food was excellent - we couldn’t resist trying the port risotto; also had the pesto tagliatelle which were both exceptional. we were very well looked after with blankets for the chilly evening and very attentive service.
Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options are the priority, loads of choice. Some meat options available.
Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options are the priority, loads of choice. Some meat options available.