Portuguese Restaurant with Great Atmosphere and Flavor
Oporto Fooding House & Wine π125 W Gray St #500, Houston, TX 77019 π°$$ π Portuguese Restaurant | Small Plates for Sharing | Great Ambiance | Date Night Spot | Seafood This restaurant truly feels like every dish is meticulously designed, with perfectly balanced spices and ingredients. The portions are on the smaller side, which makes it perfect for ordering multiple dishes to share. The overall dining experience is relaxed and enjoyable! Polvo com Batatas (Roasted Octopus with Potatoes) ππππ The octopus and potatoes are both tender and flavorful. A simple squeeze of lemon juice takes the dish to the next level. Scallop Farrotto (Scallop Pearl Barley Risotto) πππ Rich in flavor and with a very complex texture! Croquetas de Bacalhau (Codfish Croquettes) ππππ Crispy codfish and mashed potato croquettes served with piri-piri garlic aioli. Super delicious! The codfish is generous, perfectly blended with the smooth potato, and the crispy exterior pairs well with the slightly spicy dipping sauce that enhances the flavor. Portuguese Squid Fried Rice πππ Fried rice / Portuguese sausage / ham / eggplant / egg / soy sauce / squid ink aioli / roasted squid. The fried rice itself has a rich broth aroma, and the overall combination is harmonious, detailed, and not greasy. Caldeirada (Portuguese Seafood Stew) ππππ Portuguese-style seafood stew with Moorish spices. The spices have a unique aroma that lingers without overpowering the dish, and the seafood is very fresh, tender, and not overcooked. Espuma de Manga (Mango Foam Drink) ππππ A perfect combination of mango, citrus, mint, soda water, and crushed ice. Refreshing and appetizing, with a balanced sweet and sour taste, making it a great way to start the meal. Pastel de Nata (Portuguese Egg Tart) πππ The flaky crust crumbles delightfully, and the filling has a hint of lemon aroma. The sweetness is on the higher side but not cloying, making it a satisfying dessert to end the meal. The overall experience was really great. The atmosphere is lovely, and the service is very attentive. Itβs perfect for a group of friends to order a full table of dishes and enjoy them slowly, and also ideal for a date. The prices are worth the quality. Highly recommended! #InternationalStudentEats #AmbianceRestaurant #Houston #HoustonExploration #HoustonFood #HoustonFoodie