The best bars and cafés Porto

Located at the entrance of the "thirsty streets" of Porto, this small bar, with a heated terrace in winter, is a perfect stopover at the beginning or during the evening to accompany the arrival of the new revelers and the departure of the less daring. The decoration is surprising, with wood panelling, lace lingerie in the window and an impressive collection of books in all languages. The list of cocktails and tapas is as long as the arm. A little advice: a bruschetta with raw ham, pear and honey accompanied by a generous glass of white sangria.

La Fabrica Nortada is a bar-snack in the era of time. We come there to eat at lunchtime, to have a drink (the craft beers are excellent), to eat a sweet treat in the middle of the afternoon. On the menu: salads, cheese tabbouleh, calamari, chicken, bruschetta, wraps, fries, francesinhas, spaghetti, salmon, tiramisu and chocolate mousse. Vegetarian versions are available. Smiling service. Go down to the basement to discover the brewing room with the machines, it is impressive!

A nice café near the public garden. This bar is very pleasant to have a drink and to discuss in all peace because there is a small outside garden. You can eat some good food all day long, mainly cooked with Portuguese products. Vegetarian options are even available. As for the decoration, the inspiration and the construction were made with recuperation, with a modern touch. On weekends, the place hosts conferences, concerts and discussions of all kinds.

This chapel dating from the 19th century is not ordinary. It has been transformed into a wine bar. The interior has been decorated to preserve its authenticity, between gold, burgundy and wood tones. Here is a picturesque place to enjoy a glass of Portuguese wine with the best advice from the available and attentive staff. The menu features nectars from the Minho and Douro regions. Generous tapas(petiscos) are offered to accompany your tasting. Sometimes, you will have the pleasure to hear live music. A nice surprise!

Opened since 1977, the Bonaparte is a traditional bar in La Foz known for its Irish atmosphere. A real pub where you can enjoy good beers, good whiskies (a lot of bottles are exposed behind the counter) and of course non-alcoholic drinks. Nice appetizers. You will appreciate the Irish atmosphere with a Portuguese twist, especially on the occasion of St. Patrick's Day or during the broadcasting of the Champions League matches. For a good night out with friends.

A bar in a cosmopolitan, inspired setting, dating from the early ^19th century, decorated with colorful stained glass windows and a large Buddha who greets you with a namaste behind the waiters. Concerts and themed evenings are offered in this bar, which also doubles as a restaurant and nightclub at weekends. You can eat good sushi, have a drink or dance... or all 3! On weekends, it's often packed. A glamorous atmosphere where everyone mixes, whatever their age. LGBTQIA+ welcome. Sometimes there are drag-queen shows.

The sea air often whets the appetite! Perfectly located, Casa de Pasto da Palmeira is just a stone's throw from the Douro estuary. To start, the tapas menu features iodized products. Then you can choose from meat or fish dishes followed by a dessert. Everything is delicious, mixing tradition with modernity and at a reasonable price. The reception is pleasant and the staff will be able to advise you usefully.

Do you know the bolacha? It is a traditional Portuguese cookie. It is from this that the name A Bolacheira is derived, to mean the container in which the bolachas are kept , but also the person who makes and markets them. Here, it is the greediness assured. In addition to these cookies, cupcakes, cookies, apple pie are served. Savory side: quiches, toasts, sandwiches, soups. The bread is homemade, the products are in season and the juices are natural. A good address for brunch or a snack.

A nice bar in La Foz that offers several activities for those who are looking for a little more than just sitting at a table. You can play pool, darts or chess, among other things. But Pico's Bar is not short on novelties. The service is good, the atmosphere pleasant and the drinks varied. For the small hungers, you will order petiscos to share, a small hamburger version of snack, or a francesinhas. Each one should find its place of predilection to spend a good evening.

Beer lovers, this is the place to come for draught Belgian beers or to discover the many bottled beers from all over the world. The Gulden Draak Bierhuis, well established in the center of Porto but a little isolated (you'll notice it by its red awning), invites you to try blondes, browns and fruity beers with varying degrees of alcohol content. To make sure you don't go hungry, tapas, burgers and fries are also available. Friendly atmosphere. Sit at the bar or on a table. Cheers!