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Almeja

Restaurant Fine dining restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Fine dining restaurants in Porto


Address

Rua de Fernandes Tomás 819, 4000-219 Porto, Portugal

Website

www.almejaporto.com

Contact

+351 22 203 8120

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (588 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Mike G. 2 years ago on Google
    I had the 10 moments tasting menu, and it was a real treat. Each dish was a nice mix of flavors, and there was such variety that the experience took me from vegetables to seafood to curries. And everything was plated beautifully. It was definitely one of the best meals I've had. (Note: I asked for no desserts, and so this is a bit of a modified version of the 10 moments. I'd imagine the standard version has a desert course or two.)
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Piyush P. 9 months ago on Google
    Our last day in Porto and lucky to find this gem of a resturant Michelin recommended resturant . The service and the food was outstanding . Loved every minutes of the experience . A must visit for people with a compulsion to eat good food.👌
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arif V. 1 year ago on Google
    I have to say....out of all the fancy places in many destinations that my wife has suggested we eat at...Almeja is (so far) safely seated at the top. While it is fine dining, it gracefully lacks the pretentious attitude of some other restaurants of similar stature. The food is fresh, craftfully put together and fuses flavors and ingredients that one would never imagine would interact well on a plate. The service was impeccable. Highly recommend visiting if in the Porto area.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Baiba G. 9 months ago on Google • 188 reviews
    This restaurant is for those who love when the food and its preparation is a form of art. This place cares about where it sources it’s food, how it prepares it (the blend of spices is magnificent) and how it presents it. We had the pig head for starters (highly recommend), goat, vegetarian main and catch of the day for mains and curry ice cream for a dessert. Blend of spices was incredible, some of inspiration sourced from Goa. We’ve been to Goa and it was quite evident where that unique mix of coconut and curry powder may have come from. We were told that the master chef had traveled India extensively for flavors. I’ll say the results didn’t disappoint- very complex mix of flavors for all the dishes we had. A true art and care. We greatly appreciated it and can’t recommend this place enough.

  • 5/5 vladimir d. 1 year ago on Google
    Cosy beautiful restaurant with nice touches all around - interior, friendly service and food. We tried the lunch menu which had more than perfect value for the price. We had refreshingly delightful cold melon soup, tasty pasta with meatballs and ricotta and great dessert with biscotti and champagne cream. All of this accompanied with a glass of fine wine and their tasty homemade bread.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alda S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. Everything we tasted was amazing and cooked with care and respect for the ingredients ❤️ We had the falafel snack, the black garlic and the onion cream entrées, the Horta Almeja and the oven rice with lamb. Everything dish was full of flavour and love. I recommend the Horta Almeja, even if you're not a vegetarian. The desserts are an absolute treat: we had the tangerine and sweet potato, and the chestnut pear, coffee and fava tonka - both a delicious way of ending your meal ❤️ I'll be happy to return to Almeja 😊
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 TS- H. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant certainly deserves the full points (and a star). We had the 10 moments tasting menu and it was surely one of the most creative cuisine I have tasted in a long time. The wine they suggested was a perfect match to the food (full bodied white wine from Portugal. Also the service was super friendly and outstandingly well. A great evening with fantastic food in a nice atmosphere
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David B. 7 months ago on Google • 48 reviews
    Easily one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten in my life. We got the tasting menus and they catered it to our dietary needs. The meal. Itself was 10 courses and each one blew us away. And the staff was so knowledgeable about every ingredient in each dish - the service was just wonderful. Rush to this place!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rena S. 1 year ago on Google • 40 reviews
    We had the 10 mementos tasting menu. Great dishes with a variety of influences from local produce to more experimental dishes like a curry desert. Some classics with a funky twist. Very nice service, good relaxed atmosphere, well presented dishes with lovely textures and well-portioned. For 10 dishes we didn’t get much time to eat each, felt a little too rushed, and sometimes the twist almost seemed a bit too much. But nothing major, very good restaurant overall, with reasonable prices. Would recommend going!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ilya 4 months ago on Google • 72 reviews
    Michelin guide recommended local restaurant, great food and excellent service! Never made it to a dinner due to time constraints, but went for lunch twice. Great set menus at 16 euros, super attentive and friendly - greeted my be name on my second visit!

  • 5/5 Jacob B. 1 year ago on Google
    A real nice meal! Small restaurant, but the food is unique. Feels tangentially local but with a fancy twist to it. Dishes were definitely on the smaller side, but I could've gotten almost everything on the menu, given how interesting the food was. Wine list was a little small and sparse for me, but we enjoyed the wine we picked. We also quite enjoyed the service, they were friendly and knowledgable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sikhei L. 1 year ago on Google
    We had the lunch menu with dessert and wine. Got to say that it one of the best deals in Lisbon. 3 courses with bread and a glass of wine for 16 euros at a restaurant mentioned by the Michelin guide. We had a vegetable soup, bean stew and brownie. Staff were super friendly and service was fast. Would recommend to anybody.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Anna L. 11 months ago on Google
    We were unlucky with the waiter, but the one that was servicing the table next to one was great so it really depends. Food though - I am sorry but overprices and simply not good. The only interesting thing was a toast and they had great brew for coffee. Atmosphere is very pleasant. But food is so subpar. I can sense that ingredients are high quality but menu could be improved
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria 10 months ago on Google
    Loved the cozy interior ambience! My guests ordered from the ala carte menu and we enjoyed the artichoke soup/starter in particular… the pig’s head terrine was unique. I had the lunch set and enjoyed the main (egg fried rice) but not the fish soup, found it too fishy but might just be my personal preference. Great, friendly service too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 mnica m. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The 10-moment tasting menu was very irregular. The main dishes, fish and meat, very correct; Disappointing entrees and good desserts but not spectacular. I think they should work more on the starters of their tasting menu to reach the expectations. (Original) El menú degustacion de 10 momentos fue muy irregular. Los platos principales, pescado y carne, muy correctos; entrantes decepcionantes y postres buenos pero no espectaculares. Creo que deberían trabajar más en los entrantes de su menú degustacion para alcanzar las espectativas.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Evelina L. 2 years ago on Google
    We were in Portugal for 8 days, spending 4 of them in Porto - Almeja was the best meal we had in the country! Great mix of modern and traditional using local ingredients. And they have a lot of veggie options!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Laurent V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good service very kind. Correct price (Original) Très bon.service très gentil. Prix correct
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Israel G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) You arrive in Porto a little blindly without knowing where to look, who to trust ... Then come and eat the menu of the day at this Vanguard Restaurant. 9 euros without dessert, 15 with wine and dessert. A service to detail, a tasty and delicate meal in an environment that mixes rustic and cozy. To repeat. (Original) Llegas a Oporto un poco a ciegas sin saber dónde buscar, de quién fiarte... Pues ven a comer el menú del día a este Restaurante de Vanguardia. 9 euros sin postre, 15 con vino y postre. Un servicio al detalle, una comida sabrosa y delicada en un ambiente que mezcla rústico y acogedor. Para repetir.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paula G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A delicious lunch! We didn't have much time so we ordered the Baron Menu, a full lunch for a great price 9.90. Includes convert with sourdough bread and house olive oil, heavenly vegetable cream, main course and coffee. The dessert of the day was also divine, caramel tart and salt flower with quinoa pasta. The service was also 5 stars! Well worth the visit - for those who are on holiday and want a nice lunch, or for those who are in a hurry but want to eat well! We will certainly be back :) (Original) Uma delícia de almoço! Não tínhamos muito tempo, portanto pedimos o Menu Barão, um almoço completo por um ótimo preço 9,90. Inclui convert com pão sourdough e azeite da casa, creme de legumes que estava divino, prato principal e café. A sobremesa do dia também estava divinal, tarte de caramelo e flor de sal, com massa de quinoa. O atendimento também foi 5 estrelas! Vale muito a visita - tanto para quem está de férias e quer um almoço agradável, como para quem está com mais pressa mas quer comer bem! Voltaremos certamente :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Camille B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super experience, meal in 10 moments of extreme quality and in perfect quantity. You will not be disappointed ! (Original) Super expérience, repas en 10 moments d'une extrême qualité et en parfaite quantité. Vous ne serez pas déçus !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Romane B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very good discovery, an excellent combination of flavor and many surprises. This is well worth some gourmet restaurant in France. Let yourself be tempted by the 10-course menu if it is a pity that oil and butter is considered a dish on 10. It was really excellent, high level. Go there is a value for money that you will never find in France. (Original) Une tres bonne decouverte, une excellente alliance de saveur et beaucoup de surprises. Cela vaut largement certains restaurant gastronomiques de France. Laissez vous tenter par le menu 10 plats me le sil est dommage que l'huile et le beurre soit considérés comme un met sur les 10. C'était vraiment excellent, du haut niveau. Allez y c'est un rapport qualité prix que vous ne trouverez jamais chez nous en France.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joao S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent good attentive staff so far five stars a great wet bread in excellent northern olive oil and now let's see the roast beef (Original) Excelente boa musica atenciosas funcionarias até agora cinco estrelas um optimo pão molhado no excelente azeite nortenho e agora vamos ver o rosbife
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Luiz R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I liked the food. Some staff could be more friendly. (Original) Gostei da comida. Alguns funcionários poderiam ser mais simpáticos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ricardo M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good for those who like to throw money in the trash .. I left the restaurant and had to go to another dinner because the food just does not arrive .. (Original) Muito bom para quem gosta de deitar dinheiro ao lixo.. saí do restaurante e tive que ir jantar a outro porque a comida simplesmente não chega..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 charming 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I ate pasta and lunch for lunch. Even the wine and dessert wasn't good All the reviews were good. (Original) 점심메뉴로 파스타랑 폭챱 먹었는데 누가 장난친것처럼 정말 짰습니다 심지어 와인랑 디저트까지 별로 였습니다ㅠ 스프가 젤 맛났네요 ㅠ 리뷰는 다 좋았다고 하는데ㅠ 서비스 만큼 최고로 좋았습니다ㅠ
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Na Yeon L. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautifully decorated dishes, polite staffs and also modern and simple interiors made us perfect lunch! The ingredients were extremely fresh. Highly recommend to try their desserts
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexandra M. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff, delicious food, good environment!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ariane S. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing and service very professional and friendly. I was there for lunch and tried the restaurant due to the lunch menu they offered. The homemade bread is the best I had during my stay here in Porto. Very delicious! I will come back, for sure.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 miguel m. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) All very nice located but the food scarce and tasteless. We ordered the tasting menu of 10 moments (passes) or so they say. It is not normal for bread with butter and "chef's snack" to call it moment. Nor is it normal for you to be finished with 3 desserts. If I want sweet I go to the confectionery. I do not explain that a restaurant that wants to be among the best in Porto has such a service. Between some passes it took more than 10 minutes. As they continue along that line it will become a restaurant for clueless tourists The only good thing that took me from this experience is the treatment of the room waiter. (Original) Todo muy bonito emplatado pero la comida escasa y sin sabor. Pedimos el menú degustación de 10 momentos (pases) o eso dicen ellos. No es normal que el pan con mantequilla y los"snack del chef" lo llamen momento. Tampoco es normal que te terminen con 3 postres. Si quiero dulce me voy a la confitería. No me explico que un restaurante que quiere estar entre los mejores de oporto tenga un servicio así. Entre algunos pases tardaron más de 10 minutos. Como sigan en esa línea se convertirá en un restaurante para turistas despistados Lo único bueno que me llevo de esta experiencia es el trato del camarero de sala.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 jose a. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I had a lot of expectations for this place. Everything was going well until the main dish which was a disappointment, it was tasteless. I will return to give a second chance. The service was 5 * (Original) Estava com bastantes expectativas deste local. Tudo estava a correr bem até ao prato principal que foi uma desilusão, estava sem sabor. Vou voltar para dar uma segunda oportunidade. O serviço foi 5*
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ariel B. 6 months ago on Google • 69 reviews
    We loved our dinner here. Everything tasting amazing and unique. The menu is not very descriptive but our waiter took the time to explain each dish. Be aware that the portions are on the smaller side, not a good or bad thing. Just order more if you’re hungry.

  • 5/5 Gretchen G. 7 months ago on Google • 69 reviews
    What a delightful experience! There were four of us and we did the 10 moments menu. I’m so glad we did. We had the most incredible service. Our server was so attentive and made us feel welcome. He was fun and we laughed a lot during the experience, which is rare when you are doing a tasting menu. It was in the top 5 meals of my life and I love to eat, especially at acclaimed restaurants. I also appreciated that there was not a pairing option for wine, as it allowed us to try a few bottles based on our server’s recommendations. The tasting menu was a steal at €80 pp.

  • 5/5 Arunraj C. 5 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    We had the lunch menu. It was delicious, fresh food and service was excellent (time between the servings and polite staff) The lunch set menu was 16euros which makes it super affordable especially considering it’s a Michelin guide restaurant. Which includes: Couvert A glass of wine and water Starter Main course Dessert They even accommodated my request to have a vegetarian main course without any fuss as on that day it was pasta with bolognaise ragu and they gave me delicious pasta with mushrooms and dry tomatoes ! Overall, nice meal and restaurant!

  • 5/5 Evelyn T. 7 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Absolutely incredible lunchtime set menu! Everything is so well-presented and tasty and the services is incredibly friendly. We got the €16 lunchtime set menu which consisted of wonderful sourdough bread, baba ghanoush served with cucumber pickles, pumpkin seeds, fresh baby tomatoes and parsley. The main meal was chorizo, pork and bean stew with rice and dessert was an almond sorbet with bread pudding. Everything was tasty and in good portions, as well as a very generous glass of wine included in the deal. If they did a different set menu every day I would come here every day as everything seemed well thought through and incredibly tasty. A taste of fine dining made affordable to everyone 🥰

  • 5/5 Ann-Sophie 2 years ago on Google
    Would give ten stars if I could. This was one of the highlights of our stay in Porto. First of all, the staff is so welcoming and attentive. The restaurant is small and cosy. We had the tasting menu which was excellent value for money and some of the best dishes we ever tasted. Would come back to Porto just for this restaurant alone.

  • 5/5 Maria Lúcia F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good!!! Very friendly service. (Original) Muito bom!!! Atendimento muito simpático.

  • 5/5 Anastasia B. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic restaurant - incredible food, amazing service and a lovely and relaxed atmosphere. We had the ten course tasting menu, which was phenomenal - superbly delicious and beautifully served too. Very well portioned as well, just the right amount of full by the end of the meal. We finished every last morsel because it was so tasty! I'm coealic and require a strictly gluten free diet and they catered to that very well. This restaurant is an absolute gem and the wonderful staff really help to make it a very special experience. Including just one pic (not to ruin the experience by disclosing all of the courses) of one of my favourite courses - mouth wateringly delicious caramelised onion and wild mushroom soup.

  • 5/5 Warren D. 1 year ago on Google
    Limited menu but very creative! They pride themselves on how they prepare their food rather than the quantity of food. It’s a novel concept that works well. Super tasty combinations served as pieces of art. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Definitely check this place out!

  • 5/5 Elodie S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The “10 moments” menu is divine, even for those who, like me, do not eat meat, the adaptations are incredible! It's really worth it! I RECOMMEND! (Original) O menu de “10 momentos” é divinal, mesmo para quem, como eu, não come carne, as adaptações são incríveis! Vale muito a pena! RECOMENDO!

  • 3/5 qing M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The quantity is small and the price is high. It is a suitable place to talk about things, and the per capita is only 60 euros. (Original) 量少价高,适合谈个事的地方,人均60欧才能吃饱。

  • 1/5 Olivier T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The meal is good, the setting is nice. By cons, the value for money is really exaggerated! We had to pay more than 21 euros for a meat dish (very good incidentally) with spaghetti for our children. The waiter told us that there were 200 grams of meat while there was 80 grams at most. In the end an addition to more than 135 euros, including 7 euros of cutlery ... To be avoided at all costs (Original) Le repas est bon, le cadre sympa . Par contre, le rapport qualité prix est vraiment exagéré ! Nous avons du payer plus de 21 euros pour un plat de viande ( très bonne au demeurant) avec des spaghettis pour nos enfants . Le serveur nous a indiqué qu'il y avait 200 grammes de viande alors qu'il y en avait 80 grammes au grand maximum. Au final une addition à plus de 135 euros , dont 7 euros de couverts ... A éviter à tout prix

  • 5/5 Graham W. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent! Highly recommended for the tasting menu. The service was casual but attentive. We did the tasting menu (65eur) which was creative. Many Porto restaurants are very touristic. This is exceptional cuisine with traditional portuguese influences. But very much an exceptional international experience.

  • 5/5 Yi X. 4 years ago on Google
    A must try in Porto. Make sure to reserve in advance. The tasting menu is very good. Goatling is top of the top

  • 5/5 Alice P. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious. The best meal we have had in Porto. It was incredibly tasty. The soup and pasta dish were excellent. The dessert was very original. The service was perfect! Thank you! If we come again to Porto, we will visit again for sure.

  • 5/5 Ludo C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Impeccable service, delicious and inventive dishes and a friendly atmosphere. From starters to desserts everything was perfect. To recommend ! (Original) Service impeccable, plats délicieux et inventifs et cadre sympathique. Des entrées aux desserts tout était parfait . A recommander !

  • 5/5 Hansong K. 5 years ago on Google
    Strongly recommend this Restaurant. Awesome foods and price, wines. They should get Star!! 15euro with three course? OMG!!!!!!

  • 5/5 Shadoon 9 months ago on Google
    We had a nice welcome and were congratulated on our wedding anniversary, which we were celebrating. The restaurant had a nice ambience and the service was very good. The food was very well presented and explained at each course. We had prawns and a pork terrine to start, followed by a nice pork and the goat with rice. To finish, 2 desserts, and all were very nice. There were plenty of choices for wine by the glass and we had 4 different choices, all very nice. We enjoyed the evening, but we felt that as the restaurant knew it was a celebration, they could have acknowledged this with a small gesture, a closing complimentary glass of something maybe! Anyway, we still thoroughly enjoyed the night.

  • 5/5 Arthur T. 5 years ago on Google
    Stellar. Elegant presentation and thoughtful design. Clear attention to details and flavours as they combine together. Texture savvy. Make reservations: the table you reserve is yours for the night, so you will never be rushed out regardless of when you sit down. Thoughtful even in this regard.

  • 1/5 Karin E. 10 months ago on Google
    This was a terrible experience! We took the 10 tasting menues, and left in the middle. They brought the driest falafel we have ever tasted. The seafood was almost like from a frozen bag. They actually used corn from a can, cornflakes... and dared to charge 85 per person. It was so disgusting that we left after few tastings and went to eat a proper falafel close by in Cult of Pita. Also, The wine fell and no one thought of giving us more instead or cleaning. DONT GO THERE! Disgusting!

  • 5/5 Patrick D. 1 year ago on Google
    Pretty much perfect. Excellent food. Small portions, so you’ll need a full menu. The cheese desert accompanied by a vintage Porto was absolutely heavenly.

  • 4/5 Alex Y. 5 years ago on Google
    We tried the 55 euro tasting menu which came with about 7 courses all told. Each of them were rather inventive with the black garlic a highlight for me. It wasn’t the cheapest in the area and the pacing was also somewhat slow, hence the 4 rather than 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Annie L. 7 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Wonderful experience that’s well worth the money! The food was complex in flavours, balanced and beautifully presented. Service was very friendly and attentive as well.

  • 5/5 Nicky J. 5 years ago on Google
    We loved this restaurant so much we came back twice! Amazing innovative cuisine that is Portuguese influenced but stretches into modern International fusion. I’m proud to say we are everything on the menu! On our 2nd visit we also ordered 4 desserts even though we were full because they all sounded so amazing. And they were. I can’t wait to come back here to try them again. Foodies, try this place!

  • 5/5 ebulli x. 5 years ago on Google
    Aesthetically pleasing and tasteful menu. The lunch menu at 15 euro is rly nice. I especially recommend white wine.

  • 5/5 Sheila S. 11 months ago on Google
    Made a reservation for a 1:30 PM lunch on a Thursday afternoon for two people. We were greeted promptly at the door and name checked off of a handwritten note for reservations. Most of the tables were filled, but we were asked to choose from two empty spots. An English speaking waiter cater to us. He was very friendly and fast. We sat in the window seat, which is very narrow, great for close talkers, but probably not too comfortable if you are of a bigger size. We ordered the lunch menu pre-fixed with wine, €16 each, which included two pieces of their warm homemade sourdough bread with olive oil, a yellow vegetable soup with olive oil and sunflower seeds, a Brazilian raw shrimp curry with cherry tomatoes on rice sprinkled with crushed peanuts, a peach crumble with almond sauce and sorbet. We both chose white wine and they were pouring a bottle labeled Piano. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted good. A side of salt would have been preferable for those of us who are not used to bland food. We asked for the check when we were done and the waiter came over with the credit card machine. Their 10 course dinner menu looked attractive. Hope to try it next time. You can also choose from the à la carte menu at lunch, or get the set menu without the wine for a more affordable price.

  • 5/5 Nana T. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    I recently visited the restaurant ‘Almeja’ based on a Michelin recommendation, and it truly exceeded my expectations. The ambiance is exceptionally comfortable, creating a beautiful dining atmosphere. The staff demonstrated utmost professionalism and attentiveness, coupled with a remarkably friendly attitude. The dishes are meticulously crafted, showcasing a delicate mastery of culinary techniques without excessive presentation. Each dish is not only visually appealing but also a testament to the chef’s refined culinary skills. Every dish is a delight to the taste buds, perfectly portioned, and reasonably priced. I highly recommend ‘Almeja’ to travelers exploring Porto, as it promises to leave a flavorful imprint on your Porto journey. In summary, ‘Almeja’ offers a combination of exquisite dining environment, impeccable service, and delicious, well-balanced dishes. It’s a must-visit for those seeking a memorable culinary experience in Porto.

  • 5/5 Amanda Cooley D. 5 years ago on Google
    Inventive, seasonal-driven menu, homemade bread, interesting combinations of textures, lovely staff, simple updated interiors

  • 5/5 Paul van N. 4 years ago on Google
    What a lovely place! Very good food, affordable prices, nice entourage and great services. We didn’t make a reservation, however it’s advisable to do so.

  • 5/5 Carla C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 5 stars, food and service (Original) 5 estrelas, comida e atendimento

  • 4/5 Robert D. 4 years ago on Google
    We did the tasting menu of 14 moments here. I thought most of the things tasted very good. I was perhaps expecting a little bit more regarding som of the dishes, and at times there were too much of a wait between the courses, but when we left we were happy. The staff wast pleasant and we got good wine recommendations. We also bought their olive oil that they used with the bread. It's really good when you can do that in the restaurant. My favourite course was the chestnut pure, it was so good!

  • 5/5 Ivan N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Allow yourself to be blinded! Elemento is sure to become one of the best restaurants in Porto's vibrant culinary scene. Each stage of the tasting menu was perfectly prepared and presented, which led to a unique experience. Mating wine was perfect. I would have to highlight pickled mackerel and turbot, but they may not be available, as the menu changes frequently to ensure that only the freshest ingredients are used. All your feelings will be grateful to you for this experience afterwards. Ask for a place at the counter and you will see how this amazing team works: with passion! Allow yourself to be blinded! Elemento is sure to become one of the best restaurants in Porto's vibrant culinary scene. Each stage of the tasting menu was perfectly prepared and presented, which led to a unique experience. Mating wine was perfect. I would have to highlight pickled mackerel and turbot, but they may not be available, as the menu changes frequently to ensure that only the freshest ingredients are used. All your feelings will be grateful to you for this experience afterwards. Ask for a place at the counter and you will see how this amazing team works: with passion! (Original) Позвольте себе быть ослепленным! Elemento обязательно станет одним из самых лучших ресторанов в оживленной кулинарной сцене Порту. Каждый этап дегустационного меню был прекрасно подготовлен и представлен, что привело к уникальному опыту. Спаривание вина было идеальным. Мне бы пришлось выделить маринованную скумбрию и тюрбо, но они могут быть недоступны, поскольку меню часто меняется, чтобы гарантировать использование только самых свежих ингредиентов. Все ваши чувства будут благодарны вам за этот опыт впоследствии. Спросите место у стойки, и вы увидите, как работает эта удивительная команда: со страстью! Позвольте себе быть ослепленным! Elemento обязательно станет одним из самых лучших ресторанов в оживленной кулинарной сцене Порту. Каждый этап дегустационного меню был прекрасно подготовлен и представлен, что привело к уникальному опыту. Спаривание вина было идеальным. Мне бы пришлось выделить маринованную скумбрию и тюрбо, но они могут быть недоступны, поскольку меню часто меняется, чтобы гарантировать использование только самых свежих ингредиентов. Все ваши чувства будут благодарны вам за этот опыт впоследствии. Спросите место у стойки, и вы увидите, как работает эта удивительная команда: со страстью!

  • 5/5 Maria Azevedo M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Modern and high quality cuisine. Tasteful ambience and decor. Very friendly and efficient service. (Original) Cozinha moderna e de elevada qualidade. Ambiente e decoração de bom gosto. Serviço muito simpático e eficiente.

  • 4/5 Carla O. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good service, cozy place. My dish (vegetarian) particularly did not please me, I felt a lot of vinegar, but my friends liked the Iberian pork, etc. (Original) Bom atendimento, local aconchegante. Meu prato (vegetariano) particularmente não agradou me, senti muito vinagre, mas meus amigos gostaram do porco Ibérico, etc.

  • 4/5 Jose Fernando Baquero U. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Extremely "elegant" gestures. It is good that the details are taken care of, especially if they are going to be charged, but it seems excessive that they take the water from the table to be served by the waitresses when they realize that you have the empty glass. (Original) Ademanes en extremo "elegantes". Esta bien que se cuiden los detalles, especialmente si te los van a cobrar, pero me psrece excesivo que te quiten el agua de la mesa para que te lo sirvan las camareras cuando se percaten de que tienes la copa vacia.

  • 5/5 mturrado 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular treatment, spectacular cuisine (Original) Espectacular trato, espectacular cocina

  • 5/5 Jose Manuel Pérez M. 4 years ago on Google
    Probably the best fine dining restaurant in Porto

  • 5/5 Daniella Kocher H. 4 years ago on Google
    A special place for a dinner. Service was superb, the food incredibly delicious, desserts extraordinary!

  • 5/5 Resto N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great (Original) Excelente

  • 5/5 Lurdes S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very creative, excellent presentation, great cooking spaces and very good table service. Strongly recommended. (Original) Muito criativo, excelente apresentação, ótima confeção espaços e serviço de mesa muito bons. Recomendada vivamente.

  • 4/5 Eric R. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food, good service, after I was not a fan of their menu, it's why I rate 4 star, also for Tourist, not easy to find but allow you to discover new porto area.

  • 4/5 Donn S. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely, passionate wait staff. Really enjoyed the 10 course tasting menu.

  • 5/5 Andy A. 1 year ago on Google
    10 moments tasting menu was outstanding! Really inventive and creative. From olives stuffed with anchovies puree to the pigs head terrine to the final desert of curry mango yogurt the flavors were so we'll thought out and created so many layers in your mouth until they blended into a perfect harmony. Even the home made bread with olive oil and house cured yogurt butter were phenomenal. The wine pairings were equally superlative and the server was very helpful in explaining the food and wine. Top notch from start to finish.

  • 5/5 Jan P. 5 years ago on Google
    Incredible. Theatrical desert, great balance of flavours, amazing staff, thoughtful details. For foodies and even hipster-phobic Palas liked it. Kieran didn't arrive though.

  • 5/5 Daragh O. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent meal with some wonderfully inventive dishes (the corn paste and pepper sorbet starter a particular highlight). Relatively good value as well for the standard of the dishes on offer. All the best to the team at Almeja, will be back for our next visit to Porto!

  • 5/5 Lisa B. 4 years ago on Google
    This restaurant is a must if you are in Porto. Everything about the food was amazing, and the service was incredible as well, with the entire staff paying attention to every detail. The chef even delivered our food and checked on us a few times throughout the evening. If I were in Porto longer I would go again and try new dishes!

  • 1/5 José D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We entered with the house empty and the only thing we were told was that the house was full ... Anyway ... terrible first impression for those who essentially wanted to get to know the house and try to drink just one wine by the glass on the terrace. In the meantime we went for a snack at the bbgourmet, across the street, where we were very well served and received. After about 90 minutes of running from the house, we passed again and what was our surprise, they were still empty. To understand the attitude of this house, just read the response to this same opinion that I left after receiving a notification from Google asking what my impression of the place was. (Original) Entramos com a casa vazia e a única coisa que nos disseram foi que a casa estava cheia... Enfim... péssima primeira impressão para quem queria, essencialmente, conhecer a casa e tentar beber apenas um vinho a copo na esplanada. Entretanto fomos petiscar ao bbgourmet, do outro lado da rua, onde fomos muito bem servidos e recebidos. Passados cerca de 90 minutos de termos sido corridos da casa, passamos novamente em frente e qual a nossa surpresa, continuavam vazios. Para perceber bem a atitude desta casa, basta ler a resposta a esta mesma opinião por mim deixada após ter recebido uma notificação da Google a perguntar qual a minha impressão sobre o local visitado.

  • 5/5 이지윤 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We had beef steak, sea bass, and gazpacho, but all the food was great. It was easy to make a reservation on the homepage and it was almost Michelin-class. The service was good and it was a treat. I went to believe that Google rating was higher than Korean reviews and it was a very satisfying meal. (Original) 소고기스테이크, 농어요리, 가스파쵸 시켰는데 모든음식이 대단했습니다. 홈페이지에서 예약하기도 편하고, 거의 미슐랭 급이었어요. 서비스도 좋고 대접받는 느낌이었습니다. 한국인 후기 보다는 구글 평점이 높아서 믿고 갔는데 너무 만족스러운 식사였어요.

  • 4/5 The incredible F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) All quite correct. The dining room lacks atmosphere. (Original) Todo bastante correcto. Al comedor le falta ambiente.

  • 5/5 Mirna G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful atmosphere, super affordable and delicious executive menu! Excellent service. (Original) Ambiente lindo, menu executivo super acessível e delicioso! Excelente atendimento.

  • 5/5 Lorraine P. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic experience -you were made to feel like the staff was truely glad to see you, food was presented with love and the flavors all made a fabulous impression !

  • 5/5 Mike S. 3 years ago on Google
    Chef João Cura is a chef that puts his passion in his cooking, and you can feel and see it in every dish. Tasty and beautiful food. The service is also done by a group of people that are very professional. A place you must go.

  • 5/5 Kt O. 5 years ago on Google
    Phenomenal food, service & wine! Presentations were just breathtaking & the combination of flavors tantalizing. By far one of the best meals I have EVER eaten! Highly recommended! Reservation recommend! They take credit cards.

  • 5/5 Rui M. 4 years ago on Google
    Visited due to recommendation and exceed my expectations . The Tasting menu did look amazing but I will need to return to try it again. They have a secluded outdoor area which is stunning and peaceful. Cannot recommend enough. A must try if you are in Porto.

  • 5/5 Vanessa M. 4 years ago on Google
    Service is great and the food is creative and very tasteful. We had the 10 moments menu and the experience was awesome . Besides the price is very very fair for the level of the food. Highly recommend


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