Bonaparte Pub
Bonaparte is an Irish-style pub that opened 30 years ago on the seafront in Foz, one of the more upmarket areas in Porto, and is frequented by a mixture of locals, expats and tourists.
The interior is cosy with the walls and ceilings adorned with thousands of antiques. Bonaparte was recently named ‘Best Pub in Porto’ by the Brazilian magazine ‘Veja’.
A good place to go for a drink or a light snack, watch a game of football with friends, or try one of the many cocktails on the menu.
Avenida Brasil 130, 4150 Foz do Douro, Porto
Tel: +351 226 188 404
Open daily from 17h00 - 03h00
Champanheria da Baixa - The Champagne Bar in the centre of town
Porto’s first Champagne Bar has a relaxed atmosphere and is a place where you can find a range of sparkling wine and champagne by the glass.
It’s a cross between casual and sophisticated with a large terrace area outside and a cosy bar area inside. Weather permitting, most people opt for the outdoor terrace, set in a beautiful old square.
Try one of the champagne cocktails, one of the excellent sangrias or a glass of fabulous Portuguese sparkling wine. If you prefer, they also serve red and white wine all of which can be accompanied by typical Portuguese tapas.
Largo Mompilher 1/2, Porto
T.: +351 220 962 809
Mondays to Thursdays: 17h00 - 02h00
Fridays and Saturdays: 15h00 - 03h00
Sunday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Candelabro
Candelabro is a bar, café and bookstore all in one with a retro atmosphere. It’s cosy with dim lighting and the interior pays tribute to the original character of the former bookstore that used to occupy this space.
The window is decorated with books and old magazines and another focal point is the black and white mosaic floor with its retro tables and chairs. Old books from the world of cinema, photography, theatre and the arts are mixed with modern touches such as the lighting and Illuminated shelves with coloured bottles.
Good for coffee, breakfast or tea. Don’t miss the chocolate cake.
Rua da Conceição, 3, Porto
T.: +351 966 984 250
Mondays to Sundays: 10h00 - 02h00
Era uma vez em Paris... Once Upon a Time in Paris…
Once Upon a Time in Paris is situated in the famous street Galerias de Paris, one of the busiest and definitely the most well-known streets in Porto’s nightlife. This bar will take you back to the bohemian scene in Paris in the 1920’s, with its cosy atmosphere, red walls, velvet lamps and soft lighting.
The bar is open all day, offering sandwiches and salad menu at lunchtime. After dark, the music becomes more upbeat and is a great spot for dinner or a drink.
Rua Galerias de Paris, 106, Porto
T.: +351 222 083 756/ 914 376 801
Mondays to Wednesday: 14h00 - 02h00
Thursday to Saturday: 14h00 - 04h00
Sunday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
The Gin House
The Gin House opened in the trendy bar area of Galerias de Paris in October 2012 and is a popular place to spend an evening if you’re a gin lover.
The bar has a sophisticated shop front with an attractive display of gin bottles in the window. Inside, the atmosphere is modern with grey and black walls and chrome and mirrored details, contrasted by the illuminated, multi-coloured gin bottles that adorn the glass shelves behind the counter.
This bar has three different areas, one with a dance floor, where you can dance to music from the 80’s and 90’s, another which is the bar area and a terrace with tables and chairs outside. The gins vary from aromatic, chilled, sweet and fruit-based gins to the more classic dry labels – in total a choice of 160 labels. There’s also a good selection of tonics to mix with your favourite label.
Busy most nights, but especially after 11pm.
Rua Cândido dos Reis, 70, Porto
T.: +351 962 448 739/ 22 2033062
Mondays to Thursdays: 19h00 - 02h00
Mondays to Thursdays: 19h00 - 02h00
Fridays Saturdays: 19h00 - 04h00
Sundays: 19h00 - 02h00
Sundays: 19h00 - 02h00
Hot Five
Hot Five is a well-known musical night spot in Porto which opened in 2006. It provides an extensive programme of live jazz and blues concerts, with the occasional acoustic, folk and jamming session.The setting is cosy with small round tables in front of the stage and on the upper balcony and a bar downstairs. The art is allusive to the world of jazz with black and white photographs of famous artists and other paintings.
There is a varied menu of appetisers and drinks and the club provides an inspiring environment for live music.
Rua Guerra Junqueiro. nº495, 4150-098 – Porto
T.: +351 934 640 732
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 22h00 - 03h00
Fridays and Saturdays: 22h00 - 04h00
Fridays and Saturdays: 22h00 - 04h00
Plano B
Plano B opened in 2006 and is one of Porto’s more alternative bars. Apart from functioning as a bar, it has a regular programme of concerts by well-known national and international artists. The atmosphere as a result is relaxed and culturally diverse.
The bar is well known for its boho-chic style from the red curtains, mirrors, armchairs and lamps, to the innumerous retro art pieces that can be found here. It’s divided into 2 floors, with several spacious areas.
Plano B is split between its cultural and commercial side which includes a shop, bar and café, yet it holds regular concerts and clubbing nights from jazz to rock, showcasing electronic and experimental music.
This is a bar for arty people, providing the ideal place for any visitor who wants to experience an alternative atmosphere. Come here for a drink or to view one of the exhibitions.
Rua Cândido dos Reis, 30, Porto
T.: +351 222012500
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 22h00 - 02h00
Thursdays: 22h00 - 04h00
Fridays and Saturdays: 22h00 - 06h00
Sundays and Mondays: Closed
Sundays and Mondays: Closed
