Portuguese Restaurants in Vila Nova De Gaia, PT

“Very professional staff. Good price quality. The sausages table presented as a starter was very diverse. I ate an excellent bacalhau al fresco (fried cod with onion and French fries). Well washed down with a very good white Vinho Verde. I really liked it and I suggest you visit this place.“

“Hotel já visitado em março deste ano e na altura com algum prejuízo na experiência de pequeno-almoço e de funcionamento do próprio restaurante Vinha atendendo às datas da estadia e ter sido em época baixa. Mas comecemos pelos pontos positivos, que são muitos e que se mantêm: O Hotel é bastante recente e isso traduz-se na modernidade da decoração e na qualidade dos materiais empregues, luxuosa e com extremo bom gosto. Quartos são de dimensões amplas, tivemos direito a um upgrade para quarto deluxe, o que foi muito do nosso agrado. Quartos são muito confortáveis, silenciosos, com sistema centralizado de controlo das luzes, black-out das janelas e ar condicionado. Máquina de café Nespresso com direito a 6 cápsulas/noite e garrafa de 1 L de água. Casa de banho ampla. Nada a apontar a este nível. SPA de enorme qualidade. Piscina interior verdadeiramente aquecida, sauna, banho turco e jacuzzi do mais alto nível. Sistema de marcação obrigatória permite gerir a afluência ao espaço que tem restrição para crianças, permitindo uma experiência silenciosa e muito relaxante. A piscina exterior não chegámos a experimentar porque uma vez mais tivemos o azar de ter chuva na estadia, mas tem um espaço muito agradável, nos jardins e com bar de piscina de apoio. Aliás, os espaços de jardim e passeio exteriores são muito agradáveis, permitindo caminhar junto ao rio e todos os jardins muito simpáticos e extremamente bem cuidados. Um dos melhores hotéis da região e do País. Ligação de barco disponibilizada em cais próprio e até à zona da ribeira do Porto. Derivado do mau estado do tempo, não experimentámos mas fica para a próxima visita. Nota-se uma evolução na qualidade do atendimento dos funcionários da sala de pequenos-almoços. Conseguimos jantar no restaurante Vinha, que dispõe de um ambiente excecional, excelente cuidado e simpatia no serviço, carta com opções muito interessantes e relação de preço ajustada à qualidade do que é oferecido em troca. Vale a pena a visita. Como pontos menos positivos: 1. O acesso. Desta vez e conhecendo, foi fácil, mas apesar de identificado nalguns dos cruzamentos, como o acesso é um pouco labiríntico, valeria a pena reforçar a colocação de placas de identificação nos cruzamentos. 2. O pequeno-almoço continua a não estar ao nível da qualidade do hotel. Grande melhoria na qualidade dos profissionais (face a março) mas há falta de variedade de produtos (fruta, iogurte), apenas havia sumo de laranja natural (de grande qualidade, mas deveria haver pelo menos + 2 diferentes como alternativa) e o serviço à carta, para os ovos, em época alta, como foi o caso desta visita, não faz sentido, pelo tempo de espera acrescido. Deveria haver crepes, waffles, mais opções de cereais e máquina de café expresso self service. Uma experiência excecional, num hotel excecional e que seguramente vamos voltar. O pequeno-almoço é passível de ser facilmente melhorado, sendo a única coisa que falta para ser um hotel perfeito.“

“Food is good but it took a bit too long to be served. Our francesinha had almost no gravy and when we asked for more we waited to long that we just ended up eating it dry, with no gravy at all. The atmosphere is loud. It’s nice but it used to be better.“

“Delicious food at this typical Portuguese restaurant. We shared two main courses together and they were both very tasty. The meat of the Prego was really the highlight, very tender. They serve the 'Portuguese toasted sandwich' here, which is definitely worth a try. The tomato sauce in particular is very special and delicious.The fries served here are different from Dutch fries. A little weaker and thinner, but no less tasty. I especially liked the chips served at the Prego.Watch out for additional costs. At the beginning of the evening, a plate with small snacks was placed on our table. These were also very tasty, but we had to pay 10 euros extra for them afterwards. Now we had already discovered this after looking at the menu and we thought it was worth the price. However, if you want to pay attention to the costs, you could also politely decline this.The staff was friendly and the service was very fast.“

“The best restaurant with friendly staff who make you feel warmly welcomed, and chef-owner Sofia who serves delicious dishes and continually takes care of customers. The taste, quantity, and cost-effectiveness are all good.It was by far the best memory of my trip to Porto.This place does not always have the same menu, and it is said that the menu of the day is decided after going to the market each day to source fresh ingredients. Today's menu is divided into seafood (white fish, octopus, etc.) and meat (beef, pork, chicken, etc.). Today's menu was explained kindly and in detail in English.The grilled white fish called Dourada, recommended by the staff, was really delicious. Be sure to try it. The beef steak (bill cutlet) was well-made for the price and had a clean taste.I heard that they make their own dessert cake, so I ordered an orange chocolate cake and it was really delicious. You must try this too.Be sure to stop by if you cross the Luis Bridge and head towards Villanova de Gaia!Obrigado por tornar agradável o início e o fim da nossa viagem ao Porto!“

“We woke up in New England, caught an overnight plane to Lisbon, took a subway, took a train to Porto, took the metro to Vila Nova da Gaia where we are staying, all in a 26 hour period with no sleep and one of us (a vegetarian) recovering from a broken ankle. This place is right down the street from where we are staying and I had scoped it out online prior to our trip. I'm incredibly thankful for the short walk, and am blown away by how good the food is. The service was wonderful, they gave us vegan pastries to take with us so we could get the whole experience. We all got the francesinhas and even non vegans or non vegetarians would love this. Best vegetarian meal I've had in Portugal yet.“

“Small family restaurant, a warm welcome.We ate home-made cuisine, with Portuguese specialties, a pure delight.A restaurant with more affordable prices in the streets of Gaia away from the tourists.If you are passing through Porto you can go there with your eyes closed.Christelle and Alexandre“

“Had a lovely evening meal in this attractive restaurant.We went here for dinner on a Tuesday evening, we didn't have a reservation, and it was quite full. We were allowed to sit at a smaller table, but if a window table became available, we could go there. 10 minutes later that was already the case, and we were able to enjoy the sunset.The service really deserves 5 stars. Very friendly, good and quick help. Super nice staff, which really affects the entire atmosphere of the restaurant.The food was also absolutely great. We had sangria, two main courses and two desserts for 30 euros. Perfect price-quality ratio if you ask me.We will definitely come back here again!“

“Wow, wow, wow!!! This place is AMAZING, Ricardo one of the partners here is charming, passionate, and just an overall welcoming soul and wants you to enjoy the food from his chef and kitchen. All of his recommendations were spot on, and he welcomed us "home" before our meal which we knew this meant we were in for a dining experience like no other. Just a walk around the corner from Graham's Porto Lodge, and a must try if you are in Gaia.“

“A simply perfect place to have fresh fish cooked brilliantly over a grill.Ricardo will show you the fish and give you great suggestions for the wine.Everything we had worked together to create a magical meal that we will remember for a long timeWe can’t wait to come back“

“Very good spot for a port tasting and explanation. We didn't felt like attending one of the port houses so we did our tasting here. The lady explained some of the history and the making of port. We really liked is. We recommend this portuguese experience and will come back.“

“The owner carla lemos marques attended us with a very warm smile through out. The food is espetacular, the views are amazing, and the service is out of this world. I highly recommend it in every aspecy of the word. Definateley coming back. Keep up the good work...and thank you for having us....“

“A restaurant with a privileged location and very tasteful decor. The quality of the food is already known from the Brasão chain and it did not disappoint. The service was at times a bit slow, however we understood considering that the restaurant was practically full.“

“We ordered cod and, in addition to being very good, sufficient quantities. Gabriel attended us, very friendly and polite, better Portuguese than Cristiano Ronaldo.Gabriel if you read this: thank you for letting me wash the shirt on top with those spectacular views.“

“Authentic Portuguese restaurant. Local dishes written on chalkboard and staff so friendly that bring you a dish from the kitchen to show you whats on the menu... so, no language barrier. I really recommend if you want to experience home meal in Porto. On top of that, I got the soup first, bottled watter and some dessert (from supermarket tho) that I didnt order, but was complementary. I paid all of that 7.5€. At least that was the bill. I paid more ofc...“

“Fantastic atmosphere, very friendly and helpful hosts, always concerned with customer well-being and satisfaction.The francesinha is very very good, you can see the love when making it, which is very important for the final result. Thank you very much. We will definitely return.“

“A wonderful dinner with cod fritters and shrimp dumplings as an appetizer, exquisite fried octopus with homemade fries, salad with a spectacular tomato and everything very fresh. For dessert, very good burnt cream.Really homemade traditional cuisine, very friendly service and pleasant atmosphere, very correct price.“

“The food was amazing. We ordered blue cheese mussels, and seafood tagliatelle, with a dry white wine. The waiter was attentive, funny and knowledgeable, who raised the enjoyment to the next level. Have nothing but good things to say about this place, its food and service. We will come back!“

“It's not noticeable because it's not near the river, but if you look a little closer, you can find it, and it's excellent value for money. (It is an outdoor restaurant right next to Mercardo Beira-Bio)Menu: Beer, Porto wine cocktail, fried sardines, cod croquette + bread, olives (the menu names are written in Korean)1. The price is cheaper than other stores, but the taste is not inferior. You can order small quantities of cod croquettes or fried sardines, so we tried them once and liked them so much that we were able to order more.2. Like most tourists in Porto, the staff are friendly and the food is served quickly.3. Other tables ordered different menus for lunch, so it would be nice to visit for a meal.I would like to emphasize this once again, but I think this restaurant has the best value for money in the area.Je pense que ce brasserie a le prix-qualité. L’ambiance, les gens accueillants et le gôut, tout étais bon!“

“Everything was very good, I'll be back to try the octopus rice and the other dishes!However, for those who like cabidela rice, you won't be disappointed, it's really good! I give 5 stars to the restaurant owners and their dishes...“

“A small, discreet restaurant frequented by the local population...We enjoyed a bean salad and cod croquettes ???... It was delicious and inexpensive, an excellent place if you're in the area... The service is particularly friendly too!“

“Simple restaurant, not very large but with a high quality of service, meals prepared with high quality and staff, all of whom are very friendly and attentive.A little hidden for those who don't know the area, but still with a lot of movement and a super quiet environment, without much noise“

“I was positively surprised by the restaurant. The facade doesn't attract attention, but it has a spacious, cozy atmosphere and, of course, delicious food. My husband ordered pasta and I ordered fish. Everything is delicious. The pizzas that passed by us looked appetizing. Dessert was no exception. Prices are not the cheapest nor the most expensive. I highly recommend it and will be back soon.“

“My name is Darkhom, I'm Brazilian and I was in Gaia in 2012. I lived next to Dr. Café. Wonderful and welcoming place. I became friends with Dona Inês and her son, José Manoel... I even spent Christmas 2012 with them, as a result of the friendship I made by going to the café every day. Dona Inês has a refined taste, she is a great artist and all the things she serves are very delicious. I miss you a lot. Rating 1000. Hugs to everyone if they are still the same administrators.“

“Restaurant au top , les gérants très très accueillant super sympathique nous avons bien discutés jusqu'à la fermeture. Une gentillesse incroyable , un Restaurant propre , de la bonne cuisine , l'emplacement est idéal proche des caves , téléphérique ... ! Nous recommandons et nous y reviendrons. Merci encore pour ces beaux échanges, à très bientôt.“

“Authentic, tasty and cozy. Appreciate that they made up for an importantf failure by treating us with dessert. There is not any English menu but the waiter is very helpful so it’s ok.Vegetarian options: Very limited soup and saladParking: Free street parking nearby over the weekendsWheelchair accessibility: No“

“AT CAFÉ HJP THE FOOD IS HOMEMADE AND IS VERY TASTY FROM THE MEAT DISHES, FISH, AND SNACKS. FRANCESIES ETC... MADE BY TWO COOKS, THE SERVICE IS GENERALLY CARRIED OUT ATTENTIVELY, WITH A LEVEL OF SPEED AND EFFICIENCY CARRIED OUT BY ITS EMPLOYEES. IT IS A CAFÉ WHERE A GREAT FRIENDSHIP IS CREATED BETWEEN THE OWNERS AND CUSTOMERS. I RECOMMEND CAFÉ HJP FOR BREAKFASTS, LUNCHES, SNACKS, FISHING OR DINNER WITH GROUPS OF FRIENDS OR WITH FAMILY.“

“Excellent mixed toast and toast. The best in Gaia and surroundings (now I want to join Trigo Douro bakery), the famous warm padas with butter are heaven on earth, excellent quality coffee. They also have homemade food, especially codfish Braga style, wonderful bifanas and divine francesinhas, as well as excellent cheese and sausage boards. Sometimes you may have to wait a little while, but it's well worth it for the quality of the meals.“

“Fantastic spot on the beach in Canidelo. Great menu with healthy options and very reasonably priced. Enjoyed the Club Toast and we also had an Avacado Toast.Server was awesome, eat while you stare at the ocean and enjoy a cafe to relax! Would highly recommend.“

“Excellent place to eat the best francesinha in Porto and the surrounding area...perhaps in the world, perfectly tender, perfectly cooked meat. "Everything was done with lots of love" and I believe it was. Friendliness from the moment we entered until we left, perfect table, excellent wines, although beer is the best option. I recommend the traditional francesinha“

“Great place to experience local vibes and delicious food with friendly staff! My husband and I went to have dinner. It seems like they are focusing on breakfast and lunch more. Almost all the menu options were gone already when we sat down. Still, we were lucky enough to have a steak plate and a Francesinha. The owner proudly recommended the Francesinha and I have to say that he has all the rights to be proud of!! It was so good. Fries are missing in the picture. The steak plate was also good and it had nice combination with sausages, jamons. Accompaniment options were either rice & salad or Potato & bread if I remember correctly. Price was good with big portions. I couldn't finish my plate which was a shame. Anyway, try here! I would go for a breakfast or lunch next time.“

“Beautiful place where you can taste the famous cod pie and port wine. It is expensive, €5 for a cake filled with cheese, and €10 for a glass of wine that you can take back as a souvenir. In my opinion it is totally worth it, it is an experience that you have to live if you go to Porto next to the river and with the venue with live music it is beautiful. On the upper floor there are seats to eat there while listening to the organ. A magical place“

“Such a great location with great food and service. The deviled eggs were amazing. They had a nice little kick, without it being too much. We also ordered the lobster mac and the grits that came with scallops and shrimp. I can't wait to return.“

“Sophisticated and clean-tasting seafood rice and octopus potatoes.(Arroz Marisco for 1 person, Polvo A Lagareiro)It's a taste that Koreans won't like or dislike.The seafood rice here was the most delicious during my trip to Portugal.And they are really friendly.“

“A typical Portuguese "Tasca" in Gaia, the familiar and welcoming atmosphere lives up to the name of this space. Despite not having a modern atmosphere, this den will delight you with another francesinha queen in the oven, to which Vila Nova de Gaia became famous for adapting the traditional francesinha style. Waiting for the batch can be accompanied by typical olives and when it's time to fill your belly you will enjoy an extremely smooth and delicate sauce.“

“We went to the bar last Saturday, and had very good service.To eat, we ordered a mixed board, and it was delivered to us very well prepared.We knew that the house's strong point was cocktails, however there is a small selection of wines.Close to João de Deus metro station.We will definitely return soon.“

“We spent a wonderful evening in this restaurant, dining overlooking the Luiz Bridge.We were offered a welcome port, we ordered two starters and continued with the octopus accompanied by a sparkling wine, everything was exceptional, even the dessert.If there had been room we would definitely have returned.“

“Went here for a lunch, we had to wait a bit since we had no reservation and it gets quite crowded for lunch time. It is a traditional looking restaurant. Service was fast and mostly efficient, so basically no issues there. In terms of food we had some light cheese and olive oil appetizers which were good. For the main dish we had some very good sea bass with potatoes and vegetables in usual Portuguese style. We also drank their own white wine which was good, nothing special though. In total a very good place to visit with good food and prices that are not high at all.“

“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.“

“The food and owners are wonderful! No menu. Different home cooked Portuguese food every day. Lots of hearty food with good wine and very reasonably priced. If you want home cooked style Portuguese food, nothing fancy served by very warm friendly people, this is the place to go.“

“Traditional Portuguese restaurant with quality service. As soon as we arrived we had a table reserved with very good starters.We had the house's spiced {wood-fired French} dinner and loved it. The only problem we encountered was the heat that was felt, which in some ways made this experience less good. Maybe air conditioning or even a fan would help a bit.Despite this, we loved it and hope to return.“

“On the return trip from vacation, in a search by de the fork we received this suggestion with excellent evaluation and, of course, we had to try it.Result: We became customers!The food was divine and the homemade desserts were simply superb! (The photos were after the tasting ?)The service is super professional and cheerful, typical of those who enjoy what they do, always with a simple smile and a lot of “jokes”.The decor is a tribute to the Douro River and its traditions, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.It was marked on the list of favorite restaurants.“

“I like the hake fillets and the Posta à Nordeste Trás-os-Montes. I still think there is little lighting in the dining rooms.Friendly staff and very satisfactory cleaning.Parking: Very large park at the back of the Restaurant, wheelchair accessible“

“(Translated by Google) Super attentive staff and always available. Very tasty fries. Little spicy and very runny francesinha sauce. Very inviting price(Original)Staff super atencioso e sempre disponível. Batatas fritas muito saborosas. Molho de francesinha pouco picante e muito líquido. Preço muito convidativo“

“This place is amazing! The atmosphere is great, all the decorations inside are just in place, very cosy and home-like! I like the coffee and at least everything I tried from their menu was very tasty. But the killer-feature for me are the table games that they have. 100% recommend!“

“After being a café customer for a few years, I finally tried the Francesinha and the dog and they are both the best you can eat, from the products to the sauce. Excellent and careful service and even at take away (we took one of the francesinhas home) they send the cheese to melt and give instructions on the best way to make it at home. Homemade desserts and great customer care. To not lose. I raised the rating to 5*“

“Today 21-04-24 I had the pleasure of having lunch at this establishment we ordered cod from Zé do pipo and at Braga it was divine, well presented and very well cooked, we were served by the waiter named Daniel, extremely friendly, always attentive to the table to see if we wanted more and if everything was good and good to be attended to, we left satisfied with everything, congratulations to everyone else at the house, always lovely, I will definitely be back, Thank you“

“I come to share my opinion about the restaurant "1828". A space that undoubtedly raises the city’s gastronomic standards.From the moment we entered, we were warmly welcomed by the attentive and professional team. The restaurant's atmosphere is sophisticated and welcoming, with elegant decor that creates a refined and inviting atmosphere. The well-thought-out lighting perfectly complements the dining experience.As for the cuisine, we were truly impressed with the excellence of the dishes offered. The cuts of meat are of exceptional quality, prepared with mastery and served with delicious accompaniments that enhance the flavors of the ingredients. Each dish is a true work of art, prepared with care and attention to detail - congratulations to the chef (Silvina) and her entire team for their commitment to excellence in every aspect of the customer experience.In short, 1828 is more than just a restaurant - it's a complete dining experience that combines exceptional cuisine, impeccable service and enchanting ambience to create a truly unforgettable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant to all meat lovers looking for a high quality experience.“

“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!!“

“The pastel is a bit deeper than others, so the crust to me is a little less crispy and the filling a bit too runny. But for the prices, it is so inexpensive! I had a pastel, a croissant and an expresso and it costs $2.55 euros! Absolute bargain, would definitely come to try other items as well“