TempoVIP Guide to the top-rated restaurants for exceptional dining in Portugal

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Vila Real €€

Chaxoila

People travel hundreds of kilometers just to dine at Chaxoila, a unique restaurant where you’ll never eat less than exceptionally well. Open since 1947, its signature dish is “tripas aos molhos,” but the maronesa beef flank, rib stew rice, and cachena steak are equally irresistible.

Mon-Sun 12:30-15:00, 19:30-22:00.

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Peso da Régua €€€

Aneto & Table

Located in a former railway warehouse next to the train station, Aneto&Table was originally designed as a showcase and shop for Aneto wines but quickly evolved into a wine-focused restaurant. Each dish is created to pair with one of the brand’s labels. The space is elegant while preserving its history.

Mon 19:00-23:00, Tue-Sat 11:30-23:00.

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Lamego €€€

A Presunteca

It’s a paradise for ham lovers – and let’s not forget that Lamego is known for its excellent ham. The menu also features cheeses, local sausages, and other delicacies. The space is welcoming, with a covered terrace that invites you to linger. The wine list is extensive.

Mon-Fri 08:00-22:00, Sat-Sun 08:00-02:00.

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Vila Nova de Gaia €€€€€

The Yeatman

At The Yeatman, one of Porto’s most special restaurants, chef Ricardo Costa crafts a highly refined tasting menu inspired by his childhood memories in Aveiro. The wine cellar is legendary, the room is elegant, and the service is impeccable.

Tue-Sat 18:30-22:00

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Matosinhos €€

Seiva

David Jesus opened Seiva during the pandemic, and in a short time, it became a culinary reference. He focused on plant-based cuisine and even won over the most devoted meat lovers. The chef is creative and unconventional, resulting in a constantly evolving yet always powerful menu.

Tue 19:00-23:00, Wed-Sat 12:30-15:00, 19:00-23:00.

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Porto €€

Rogério do Redondo

It is one of the best traditional food restaurants in Porto, offering homestyle cooking that has delighted customers for decades. From oven-roasted kid to tripe dishes and grilled codfish, the menu is full of authentic flavors. The service stands out for being warm and attentive.

Thu-Sat 12:00-14:30, 19:30-22:00. Sun 12:00-14:30. Mon-Tue 12:00-14:30, 19:30-22:00.

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Amarante €€€€

Pena

At Quinta da Pena, the legacy of Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso (1887-1918), a native of Amarante, lives on at the dining table. Each dish is inspired by one of the painter’s works and reinterpreted for modern times. The result is contemporary and comforting cuisine.

Wed-Sat 12:00-15:00, 19:30-00:00, Sun 12:00-15:00

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Porto €€€

Pata Gorda

Neither a tasca nor a fine-dining restaurant, Pata Gorda by João Magalhães is a bit of everything. It borrows recipes from some, techniques from others. Bold and creative, the chef offers a flavor-packed, playful cuisine.

Tue-Sat 19:00-00:00

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Porto

Oficina dos Rissóis

At Oficina dos Rissóis, traditional Portuguese rissóis (savory turnovers) are taken to the next level. Everything—from the dough to the fillings—is handmade. Made with organic flour and oven-baked, they come in a variety of creative flavors. Perfect for a quick meal.

Mon 12:00-22:00, Wed-Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-22:30

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Matosinhos €€

O Valentim

In Matosinhos, a town famous for its seafood, O Valentim enjoys a prime location right in front of the fish market. Among the many street-side grills, this one is particularly sought after. The family-run restaurant is a reference for grilled fish (sea bass, bream, turbot…) and grilled squid, another house specialty.

Mon-Sun 12:00-23:00