A Pérola do Bolhão

I visited there in Dec '24, i loved it, and bought so many things. When I visited there again, i saw they renovated the store and they sell only overpriced sardines. I would like to say the previous version of the store was better

The traditional façade is outstanding! So nice to see a bit of history preserved in this touristic area. Had to stop to take a minute to capture it. Didn't go inside as we were only passing by, so have no idea of the price of things. It's a grocery store where you can get dry fruits, cheese and wine. The salesperson will help you if you have any queries. Follow here and on IG for more travel and food and drink tips, ideas and reviews @one.more.step.along.the.world

Please be careful!!! For future costumers be careful and don't get fooled by the shiny atmosphere, this is a tourist trap! It used to be an actual local grocery store but it was recently bought by a millionaire group called "O valor do tempo", they take in the vulnerabilities of specific cultural Portuguese areas that are in decline and they exploit them fully only to sell a false idea to tourists that are easily impressed with a false narrative wrapped in lies and shiny paper. You will always pay double or triple, or even more for any of the products that are being sold to you! I'm very sorry that for some, this is the image of Porto that is used.

Not even one star deserved. I bought a bottle of Graham’s Tawny Port 20 Years Old here, and they charged me €110. Later I found out that the same wine is sold elsewhere for around €42–€50. This place shamelessly rips off customers. It completely ruins the image of Porto. There are also several other reviews saying that this store overcharges customers, so please take that into account.

Sold a 9 euro cheap liquor for 27 euros. Later, when I checked the price, it was very unpleasant. A store that ruins the good image of Portuguese

Traditional grocery shop in Bolhao. This store has been there forever, and locals shop there. You will find various types of cured meat, liquors, etc. Don't miss the Jinja liquor in the chocolate cup. The staff was very friendly, and my family enjoyed visiting the store.

Tourist Trap! Avoid at all costs! The store used to be a traditional grocery store, but is now a run off the mill tourist trap, selling extortionately priced sardines!

The history of this store is very interesting and the staff are very friendly, but be aware, all the items are extremely overpriced. Don’t be fooled like I was and shop around other local stores to get the same (if not similar) products for way less. Although not entirely about the money, it’s the principle that counts. This place is definitely a tourist trap! I would look around, but avoid purchasing there.

I was walking past it and noticed they had Cha advertised in the window. I had to stop in and see what the story was. At 1st we were just only looking and they left us alone, but then Antonio approached with his big booming amazing personality and thats all we needed!!! If it was not for Antonio, we would have only bought the tea and left. Because of Antonio, ended up buying quite a few items, and returned the next day to purchase even more. They have a variety of Portuguese items in this store. Picked up Gingha, Tea, small bottles of gingha, cinnamon, cheese, crackers and a couple other gift items. As I said, Antonio makes that store! Please visit, you may not want to leave!!

Love this little place! One of the oldest markets in Porto! Lots of little bits to get, great snacks, foods, and fabulous discoveries. There are a couple little mercearias (small markets) on this street, so if this one is busy, walk 50 feet and find another cute one and go back after exploring.