Nice place but the food was missing taste and flavour
Agne P.
The food and atmosphere is nice, but it is overpriced. We had no idea that starters will cost so much, as when we usually ask for the starters we don't look at the menu. And more of that, one spoon of olive oil cost us 2.60, and when we asked a bit more we were charged again 2.60, never happened in any portuguese restaurant, even the highest class. Very disappointed and will not go back.
Bruce H.
What a wonderful meal. The proprietor helped us select wine and our entre choices. The staff was extremely friendly. I love this place
Susan A.
We had very high expectations after reading other reviews but our dinner fell short of those expectations. We had the lamb, and it was overcooked and there was a lot of fat. Our friends had the veal and it was much better. Atmosphere is nice, but warm as there is a large wood burning oven in the center of the dining room. Please note, they don't take credit cards. It was fine with us as we saw the notice and went to a bank across the street.
Wolfpack_mo
An absolutely amazing dinner at one of the hidden jewels of the traditional food from the “Trás-os-Montes” province! Greeted with a smile by the super professional and friendly staff, I was taken to the table and then got a tour to the outstanding wine cellar. I was amazed by the selection of wines from all over the world! After seating everyone, the food show started! From starters - the cold cuts and cheeses, the veal patty, the grilled chouriço, the wild boar stew and the “rojões” with chestnut were divine!! Then we move to the main dishes… and was amazing food they were!! From the Lamb chops, the “migas”, the beef and the unique cod with “alheira” we’re to die for! Everything was cooked to perfection, well seasoned and super tasty!! To finish we had a mix of desserts, including the famous turnips pudding. Yes, you read it correctly! Turnips pudding!! Amazing!!! It’s HIGHLY RECOMMENDED but be prepared to be eating for some hours as you will not want to leave!!
Tanya F.
Stramuntana lived up to all expectations- absolutely incredible meal with fantastic service. Can't wait to be back in Porto to eat there again and will be recommending to everyone
kathleen f.
This is a wonderful spot to enjoy fabulous food, good wine and great service!( thank you Marcos) So happy we got to experience this sweet gem of a restaurant!
David G.
Really wonderful small spot with delicious food, service and terrific wine selection. My English speaking family was well taken care of even though there was an language barrier. I highly recommend this place for tourists looking for a more authentic “foody” experience.
José Guia
Well located good service delicious dishes recommend
Shelley A.
Lovely dinner at Stramuntana, we had a variety of small plates (olives and the cod fritters outstanding) and excellent house wine. Great service, entertaining kittens dropped by and a baby goat in the yard behind! Off the beaten path but worth the trek!
This was the best restaurant experience we had, in all of Portugal! From the warm welcome when we entered to the atmosphere of a local dining spot to the fabulous food cooked in a wood burning fireplace in front of you?-perfection! Everything was delicious, and reasonably priced. We would definitely recommend!!
crunch6
We were the only ones when we first arrived and by the time we left every seat was filled with locals. This hidden gem had amazing roast veal with roast potatoes that melted in your mouth. Make sure to go here!
petermiddelburg
Our hotel was on the left bank opposite Porto and we decided to look for quality food for non-tourist prices. The town is uneventful at night and the restaurant was just a door between 2 shops in an even less eventful street. Climbing the to the roof (first floor only) the genuine charcoal scent already too me back to places I still remember from years past. The room was cozy, not too many tables and the clientele seemed all Portuguese. A gentleman with a gaucho hat in charge of the large grill in the center and part of the wall covered by a large expose of local wines. The waiter did not take the trouble of explaining the menu; " Fish or meat, and I will make you a proposal." That was quick and simple and we took both. We had a Niepoort 2019 (red of course) for 38 Eur..Joy without headache even at 12 pct alcohol..He planted a huge still smoking and sizzling calf steak in the middle of the table and a sea bream t I didn't even look at with my eyes still focusing on that firework in front of me. This was supposed the "B" quality meat (The "A" quality was triple that price) If that wasn't an understatement I don't what is! All in all with the extras and desert (No cappuccino available but if that's the local's mores we were happy to comply) it came to about 120 eur for 3 if I remember well but it could have been less - I have no proof because our companion was so pleased and draw her card before I could move.
Lucretia R
This is a fantastic family owned neighborhood restaurant. This was my best meal in Porto. I went to all the top rated tourist restaurants and this was by far the best and reasonable priced. First you sit down and they serve piping hot rolls, and a plate a cheese and meats. Everything is family style. Then we had some sort of cod snacks and shrimp snacks. We then ordered cod to share and steak to share. Both were fantastic. We couldn’t finish it all. We had 2 bottles of wine that were $16 each. We had them choose dessert which was also served family stile. My favorite was a brownie cake. By far my best meal in Portugal. It’s not in the center of cab so you can take a cheap Uber to get there. Or the metro. We spent 2 and ½ hours there and weren’t rushed at all. The table was ours for the night. Fantastic.
262kennetg
This restaurant is a bit hard to find but so very worth the effort. Beautiful dining room and amazing food. The staff did not know much english but it was no problem. Just tell them whether you want fish or beef and leave the rest to them. My family absolutely loved the food and ambiance of this gem.
Nice place but the food was missing taste and flavour
The food and atmosphere is nice, but it is overpriced. We had no idea that starters will cost so much, as when we usually ask for the starters we don't look at the menu. And more of that, one spoon of olive oil cost us 2.60, and when we asked a bit more we were charged again 2.60, never happened in any portuguese restaurant, even the highest class. Very disappointed and will not go back.
What a wonderful meal. The proprietor helped us select wine and our entre choices. The staff was extremely friendly. I love this place
We had very high expectations after reading other reviews but our dinner fell short of those expectations. We had the lamb, and it was overcooked and there was a lot of fat. Our friends had the veal and it was much better. Atmosphere is nice, but warm as there is a large wood burning oven in the center of the dining room. Please note, they don't take credit cards. It was fine with us as we saw the notice and went to a bank across the street.
An absolutely amazing dinner at one of the hidden jewels of the traditional food from the “Trás-os-Montes” province! Greeted with a smile by the super professional and friendly staff, I was taken to the table and then got a tour to the outstanding wine cellar. I was amazed by the selection of wines from all over the world! After seating everyone, the food show started! From starters - the cold cuts and cheeses, the veal patty, the grilled chouriço, the wild boar stew and the “rojões” with chestnut were divine!! Then we move to the main dishes… and was amazing food they were!! From the Lamb chops, the “migas”, the beef and the unique cod with “alheira” we’re to die for! Everything was cooked to perfection, well seasoned and super tasty!! To finish we had a mix of desserts, including the famous turnips pudding. Yes, you read it correctly! Turnips pudding!! Amazing!!! It’s HIGHLY RECOMMENDED but be prepared to be eating for some hours as you will not want to leave!!
Stramuntana lived up to all expectations- absolutely incredible meal with fantastic service. Can't wait to be back in Porto to eat there again and will be recommending to everyone
This is a wonderful spot to enjoy fabulous food, good wine and great service!( thank you Marcos) So happy we got to experience this sweet gem of a restaurant!
Really wonderful small spot with delicious food, service and terrific wine selection. My English speaking family was well taken care of even though there was an language barrier. I highly recommend this place for tourists looking for a more authentic “foody” experience.
Well located good service delicious dishes recommend
Lovely dinner at Stramuntana, we had a variety of small plates (olives and the cod fritters outstanding) and excellent house wine. Great service, entertaining kittens dropped by and a baby goat in the yard behind! Off the beaten path but worth the trek!
Restaurantji Recommends
This was the best restaurant experience we had, in all of Portugal! From the warm welcome when we entered to the atmosphere of a local dining spot to the fabulous food cooked in a wood burning fireplace in front of you?-perfection! Everything was delicious, and reasonably priced. We would definitely recommend!!
We were the only ones when we first arrived and by the time we left every seat was filled with locals. This hidden gem had amazing roast veal with roast potatoes that melted in your mouth. Make sure to go here!
Our hotel was on the left bank opposite Porto and we decided to look for quality food for non-tourist prices. The town is uneventful at night and the restaurant was just a door between 2 shops in an even less eventful street. Climbing the to the roof (first floor only) the genuine charcoal scent already too me back to places I still remember from years past. The room was cozy, not too many tables and the clientele seemed all Portuguese. A gentleman with a gaucho hat in charge of the large grill in the center and part of the wall covered by a large expose of local wines. The waiter did not take the trouble of explaining the menu; " Fish or meat, and I will make you a proposal." That was quick and simple and we took both. We had a Niepoort 2019 (red of course) for 38 Eur..Joy without headache even at 12 pct alcohol..He planted a huge still smoking and sizzling calf steak in the middle of the table and a sea bream t I didn't even look at with my eyes still focusing on that firework in front of me. This was supposed the "B" quality meat (The "A" quality was triple that price) If that wasn't an understatement I don't what is! All in all with the extras and desert (No cappuccino available but if that's the local's mores we were happy to comply) it came to about 120 eur for 3 if I remember well but it could have been less - I have no proof because our companion was so pleased and draw her card before I could move.
This is a fantastic family owned neighborhood restaurant. This was my best meal in Porto. I went to all the top rated tourist restaurants and this was by far the best and reasonable priced. First you sit down and they serve piping hot rolls, and a plate a cheese and meats. Everything is family style. Then we had some sort of cod snacks and shrimp snacks. We then ordered cod to share and steak to share. Both were fantastic. We couldn’t finish it all. We had 2 bottles of wine that were $16 each. We had them choose dessert which was also served family stile. My favorite was a brownie cake. By far my best meal in Portugal. It’s not in the center of cab so you can take a cheap Uber to get there. Or the metro. We spent 2 and ½ hours there and weren’t rushed at all. The table was ours for the night. Fantastic.
This restaurant is a bit hard to find but so very worth the effort. Beautiful dining room and amazing food. The staff did not know much english but it was no problem. Just tell them whether you want fish or beef and leave the rest to them. My family absolutely loved the food and ambiance of this gem.
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