Gastronomic Tour: Petiscos and Tapas in Porto

Porto has a rich tradition of petiscos—small portions of various dishes perfect for those who want to savor different flavors. Here’s a guide to the best places in the city to try finger foods and tapas:

Cervejaria Gazela

Famous for its "cachorrinhos", crispy and spicy mini hot dogs that are a local favorite.

Casa Guedes

Known for its succulent sandes de pernil (pork sandwiches), often paired with the creamy Queijo da Serra.

Taberna Santo António

A cozy spot in the heart of the old city where you can enjoy traditional petiscos like stewed gizzards and liver.

Apego

A modern restaurant that reinvents traditional petiscos with a contemporary twist.

O Paparico

One of the city’s most prestigious restaurants, where petiscos are elevated to a true gastronomic art.

Bom Sucesso Market

This market offers various stalls with a wide range of fingerfoods and tapas, perfect for a relaxed meal.

Cantinho do Avillez

Run by renowned chef José Avillez, this restaurant serves Portuguese petiscos with contemporary influences.

Tapabento

A small restaurant offering tapas with a fusion of Portuguese and international flavors.

Cervejaria Brasão

Famous for its francesinhas, but also for delicious tapas like pica-pau (beef strips in sauce) and stuffed mushrooms.