Porto is not only famous for its stunning river views, but for its very own traditional cuisine too! Situated by the bay and near many valleys, Porto has incorporated different flavours of the sea and the land into its many original and authentic delicacies. From juicy pork sandwiches to grilled seafood, we have consolidated 5 delicious food places for the foodie you to try out Porto’s traditional cuisine!
For the Francesinha - Cafe Santiago
Hands down, Cafe Santiago is the no. 1 must-visit restaurant for the best version of Porto’s #1 dish, the Francesinha. This gastronomical delicacy is an inspired and reprised version of the French Sandwich, Crouque-monsieur, where slices of ham, sausages and steak sliced between two pieces of warm toast. The final presentation is the highlight, where the sandwich will be topped with a secret sauce of beer and tomato concoction.
Address: Rua de Passos Manuel 226, Porto, 4000-382
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8am-11pm
Price range: S$9-S$20
Some Yummy Pork Sandwiches - A Casa Guedes
With the long lines standing outside the door of A Casa Guedes, it is no doubt that this eatery must be serving something good. They are well-known for their speciality - the Sandes de Perni (roast pork sandwiches) , or an elevated version of Sandes de Pernil with Quejio da Serra, which is a traditional Portuguese cheese made in the mountainous region of Serra da Estrela. You can see this amazing sandwich made right before your eyes and enjoy its succulent, juicy and creamy Roast Pork Sandwich. This humble eatery has been serving up scrumptious soul food since the 1970s and will continue to open its door as long as possible!
Address: Praça dos Poveiros, 130,Porto, 4000-393.
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am-10.30pm
Price range: S$8-S$15
Conga Restaurant
Conga Restaurant is a place famous for its own recipe of the Pork Sandwich. Their specialty is the Bifana sandwich (pork spicy sandwiches), where the pork is delicately marinated in their homemade spicy sauce and stuffed into their toasted bread rolls. Simple at first glance, the Bifana will impress you upon the first bite.
Address: Rua do Bonjardim 314, Porto
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am-10.30pm / Friday-Saturday, 11am-Midnight
Price range: $-$$
Delicious Seafood - Casa Braganca
If you are craving for some delicious grilled octopus, then look no further! Being a favourite among the locals, this small family restaurant serves tasty homemade food that comes in large portions ( value for money!) The grilled octopus, seafood rice, as well as fresh whole calamari are the top picks and you will never find the tables empty , for the restaurant is also welcomed with a good amount of tourists and locals.
Address: Rua Arquitecto Nicolau nazoni 16, Porto 4050-423
Opening Hours: 9am-3.30pm, 6.30pm-10pm - Monday to Saturday
Price range: ~$6.50-9 for lunch, ~$12-20 for dinner
Codfish Cakes - Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau
This unique delicacy is the union of two essences of Portugal- the cod and Serra da Estrela Cheese. Located along the same road as the iconic bell tower, Igreja dos Clérigos, the interior is finely decorated and you can witness the making of these cod cakes by their friendly staff. You can opt for a takeaway for a codcake or purchase the wine set to pair with some Porto wine tasting.
Address: Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 108, Porto, 4050-367.
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm, Monday-Sunday
Price range: ~$8-10 for the codfish cake, ~$15 with the wine set
With this array of food choices, you are set and ready to go explore on a food hunt for a gastronomic adventure!
