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Hidden Gem

BB Villa

Restaurant BB Villa, Porto

Located in a residential area close to Boavista Avenue, BB Villa is a mediterranean restaurant, perfect for a romantic dinner or a relaxed meal with friends.

Categories Restaurants Tags Gourmet, Hidden Gem, Mediterranean, Outside seating, Romantic

Casa Tait

Casa Tait views, Porto

Casa Tait is a 19th century mansion in Porto. Visit the gardens for one of the most spectacular views of the city and the Douro river.

Categories Parks & Gardens Tags Douro, Garden, Heritage, Hidden Gem, Views

Passos Manuel

Brace yourself for a hell of a time at Passos Manuel, where nights are unique and its Kubrickian design leads you to believe something crazy will happen!

Categories Bars, Clubs, Nightlife Tags Architecture, Bar, Hidden Gem, Movie Theatre, Playhouse

Vandoma Flea Market

Flea Street Market Porto Vandoma

Vandoma flea street market is a must-see in Porto where you can find everything. Make sure your stay in the city includes a Saturday!

Categories Shopping & Markets Tags Budget, Hidden Gem, Historical, Picturesque, Street Market

Casa Oriental

Casa Oriental, Porto

This grocery is located right next to Clérigos Tower. They sell fresh produce, Portuguese wines and codfish. Yes, we’re talking about codfish hanging on the walls.

Categories Shopping & Markets Tags Artisan, Delicatessen, Downtown, Hidden Gem, Wine

Gazela Snack-Bar

Gazela Snack-bar, Porto

These are the most famous hotdogs in town. Thin bread, sausage and cheese make them absolutely delicious. That and a cold beer!

Categories Restaurants Tags Budget, Delicious, Friendly, Hidden Gem, Hotdogs, Local Tavern

Ovelha Negra

Ovelha Negra Knitting Store, Porto

Ovelha Negra is a yarn and knitting accessories store, in downtown Porto. It’s a whole world of yarns, needles and a place where you’ll feel at home!

Categories Shopping & Markets Tags Friendly, Hidden Gem, Knitting, Local, Store, Yarn

Casa Aleixo

Casa Aleixo, Porto

This is one of the most famous restaurants in Porto. Three words you can’t forget: Lab, Pharmacy and Torture Room.

Categories Restaurants Tags Hidden Gem, Pricey, Traditional, Wine

A Cozinha do Manel

A Cozinha do Manel, Porto

It’s one of the most traditional restaurants in Porto. The menu is scrumptious! From the entrées to the desserts everything is delicious!

Categories Restaurants Tags Hidden Gem, Regional, Restaurant, Traditional, Wine

Tasca da Badalhoca

Taberna A Badalhoca, Porto

This is one of the oldest taverns in Porto. It’s been open for 120 years. It’s a small and cosy place famous for its dry cured ham sandwiches.

Categories Restaurants Tags Budget, Hidden Gem, Local Tavern, Traditional, Wine

Casa Guedes

This small tavern, in downtown Porto, is the place to eat the best pork knuckle sandwich in the world. Seriously. Take our word for it. Is it delicious? Hell yeah!

Categories Restaurants Tags Budget, Downtown, Hidden Gem, Local Tavern

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