Portarossa — Restaurant in Porto

Portarossa is a hidden gem that stands out for all the right reasons. First and foremost, as dog owners, we were thrilled to find a restaurant that welcomes our furry friends with open arms. It's a rarity in Porto, and it immediately won our hearts.

The moment we stepped inside, we were impressed by the lovely and well thought through decor, The pleasing colors created a warm and inviting atmosphere that instantly put us at ease. It's evident that great attention to detail has been given to every aspect of the restaurant's design.

What truly sets this place apart is the exceptional service. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit.

Now let's talk about the food. The menu offered a delightful twist on traditional Italian cuisine. We were pleasantly surprised by the uncommon pasta dishes and imaginative pizza combinations. While the pizzas aren't Neapolitan in style, they are still delicious. The thin crust bore the perfect balance of toppings, and the quality of ingredients shone through with every bite.

Overall, I highly recommend this Italian restaurant for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience in Porto. The combination of dog-friendliness, pleasant and understated decor, attentive service, and mouthwatering dishes makes it...

Beautiful upmarket restaurant serving Italian food. Very friendly and helpful staff who went out of their way to try and speak to me in English. Very accommodating of our 1 year old. There is a kids menu available and it is well priced, however a slightly large portion. The bathrooms seemed small and I didn't see a baby change facility/area however I didn't need one that evening so can't be certain. I had the prawn pasta which was absolutely delicious with the perfect amount of prawns however the pasta portion felt small. My husband had the Calzone which he really enjoyed. I had a taste of the pizza dough and I was thoroughly impressed. For dessert I was tempted by the Nutella and Banana calzone which was truly decadent and delightful. I would recommend to share this even though I ate it all myself. YUM! My husband had the Tiramisu which was a lovely generous portion which he thoroughly enjoyed. I'll be returning for a...

We had the pleasure of dining at Portarossa in Porto, and it was such a delightful experience. It was recommended to us by our tennis coach in the US who was previously a Porto resident. The manager was prompt with helping find us a great table during a busy Saturday lunch hour. For starters, the focaccia bread paired with pepperoni rolls was a simple yet flavorful beginning to our lunch. We opted for a glass of fruity white wine sangria, which was refreshing and perfectly balanced. The main course had the lasagne bolognese that was rich and hearty, and the ragu rigatoni that offered a comforting, slow-cooked depth of meat flavor. The entire meal felt authentically Italian. To finish, the tiramisu was indulgent, and was the perfect sweet note to end on. The restaurant atmosphere was cozy, the service attentive, and every dish felt crafted with care. We’d happily return to Portarossa next time we ...