Picota – A Mesa do Largo is a comfortable and relaxed space, which seeks to combine the modern with rustic elements, with simplicity of decoration and a team that knows how to receive you with sympathy. With an appetizing menu, which includes the great Porto specialty, “francesinha”, Picota also offers grilled fish dishes, chicken steaks, tenderloins and hamburgers, hotdogs and steaks. There are also vegetarian options. It is ideal for a lively meeting between friends, whether for a meal, or to try some of the snacks accompanied by our praised sangria.
Founded in 1860, the centuries-old Casa dos Linhos is located in the heart of Porto, right in front of the Bolhão market, being one of the oldest and most traditional embroidery, lace and linen establishments in the city. Based on the Portuguese culture and tradition of manually working linen, sheets, towels and other textiles, from which the country’s female hands have created true works of art over the centuries, Casa Dos Linhos is dedicated to prominent Portuguese handicraft trade.
It is a reference space for customers and tourists, who can purchase the product while being carefully informed and advised about its use and maintenance.
Sótão do Salvador represents a dream come true. The origin of this store dates back to 2015, with the birth of its owners’ baby: Salvador. At that time they decided to start repackaging childcare articles and selling them online at common websites. Orders were increasing until they began to aspire to have a physical store where they could act as a point of sale and collection for the convenience of all parents looking after their babies. Then comes the Sótão do Salvador, a warm and friendly space where Salvador’s parents have fulfilled their dream and help other young parents to give their baby the best.
Joanna Shoe Store has three establishments throughout Porto: two of them live on the steep 31 de Janeiro street and one is on Cedofeita street.
It specializes in footwear of Portuguese production, making available to its customers a selection of shoes, sneakers and even sandals, offering products for both female and male audiences.
Some of the products it sells are made from 100% national cork. It also sells a range of accessories, such as wallets.
Their customer service is characterized by being careful and always available in response to your needs.
The inviting little smell you feel as you approach the small corner where Art Pizza is located opens the appetite for what you can find at this establishment: delicious artisan pizzas made on request in front of the customer and with fresh, quality ingredients. You can choose from various pizza sizes to share among several people or opt for the mini pizza, suitable for an individual and economical meal. There are constantly ongoing promotions and a number of special menus that allow you, for a competitive price, to order a pizza both to take and to eat on site.
There is a connection between Portugal and Thailand: for over 500 years the Portuguese established contact with the Thai and introduced elements of the local cuisine. In the Thailander restaurant there is now the opposite direction, the offer of authentic Thai cuisine in downtown Porto. The menu is based on the offer of typical Thai dishes, from Pad Thai, a dish of rice noodles sautéed in egg and a traditional sauce, spring rolls, strong flavoured soups, such as Tom Yum, a rich shrimp broth with citrus flavours from kaffir lime and lemon grass, with a spicy touch, or Tom Kha, a coconut broth with mushrooms, galangal and the aromas of coriander and lemon grass, to typical curry dishes, among others.
Barata Tonta Acessórios sells a wide range of clothing and accessories aimed especially at women. You can be dazzled by the latest fashion trends, including dresses, skirts, ankle boots and necklaces from the latest collections. The products that Barata Tonta offers, have a modern character that meets a very characteristic audience looking for quality pieces, never neglecting beauty. For those who prefer to shop from home, Barata Tonta offers a shipping service of your choice to any part of the world.
In Boutique Concept Store you can find products that have the common fact that they are Portuguese. It is a welcoming place where you can admire the work, innovation and authenticity of a number of Portuguese brands and artisans, manifested in cork, ceramics or even cosmetics. Among the brands that the Boutique Concept Store sells are the traditional and legendary Bordalo Pinheiro, the exclusive and prestigious local cosmetics brand Castelbel or Artipel, an innovative brand dedicated to the production of articles made from such Portuguese material. and versatile that is cork.
The concept of Óbio is simple: healthy food prepared with love. It combines cafeteria and grocery store with only organic items. Most of the products that come to the table are on sale in space, so if you like something you ate you know you can replicate it at home. Óbio offers fresh dishes with organic products on the main menu, fresh salads, organic bruschetta and brunch, fresh juices, tea and coffee, all organic. The whole space is a makeup of an original building, since the birth of the place, which combines with the historical spirit of the city of Porto. The staff pays great attention to detail and comfort, to create the most pleasant meal atmosphere possible.
After several years of experience in the cartoon market, Livraria Manuel Santos opened its physical space in 1999, in Vila Nova de Gaia. About a decade later it moved to Porto. The Livraria Manuel Santos offers a great diversity of old books, first editions, Portuguese literature, monographs and manuscripts. It is a modern space, easily accessible. The Guardian, when voting on the ten most “COOL” neighbourhoods of European cities, put the neighbourhood where the bookshop is located in fourth place, placing Porto ahead of Berlin, Rome, Paris and Warsaw, for example. Here you can count on the experience and expertise of the book world.
Right in the city center, this iconic establishment was once a fabric store. Nowadays it is a uniquely decorated bar and restaurant that preserves its old features, adding modern and original elements. The counters where products were shown to customers have been preserved and are now used to dispose of food. The warehouse’s old shelves have also been reused and decorated with a wide range of antique objects such as toys, vases, clocks and radios. It is open every day from 8:30 until 3 am and always with a different schedule. You can come here for a meal during the day or for a drink with friends at night.
In Pronto-a-vestir Fernanda Barros Guedes you can find various options for all occasions and seasons. From the most contemporary fashion to the vintage and classic style, from casual to formal style, you will always find in this ready-to-wear something that feels good and fits your mood. In addition to the quality of clothing and brands available, both nationally and internationally manufactured, this establishment stands out for the warm and personalized service, essential to find the best choice according to customer tastes and needs.
