Pata Gorda

The food was delicious. The lamb empanada was chef’s kiss! We also enjoyed the fish, it was prepared well. It’s definitely a great place to checkout if you’re in Porto.

We chose this place spontaneously for lunch based on its excellent Google reviews, and it turned out to be one of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had. The restaurant is small and intimate, with a simple yet warm and thoughtfully designed interior. Love! 🫶 We had the clams, caldo verde, and veal ribs—all prepared in traditional Portuguese style with a simple but delicious flavor profile. The owner spoke with us about the menu and offered wine pairing recommendations, which complemented the dishes perfectly. The open kitchen adds to the experience—it's fascinating to watch, and the staff moves efficiently yet calmly, always attentive to the guests. We felt like in one of the episodes of Chef’s Table. If you're looking for a truly delicious, authentic, and affordable (compared to other restaurants of this style/size/experience) culinary experience in Porto, away from the crowds, this is the place to go.

Pata Gorda is the kind of place you hope to stumble upon in Portugal. George, the owner, is a genuinely happy man who clearly loves what he does. Each day brings a new, small, hand written menu, crafted with care and rooted in traditional Portuguese home cooking. The atmosphere transports you straight to your grandmother’s table, where the food is simple, delicious, full of soul (but Portuguese…). It is off the beaten tourist path, and so worth it! Will be back.

Best meal we had in all of Portugal. Incredible service and the food was absolutely delicious. No notes. This place is a must!

Your favorite hidden neighborhood date night plucked out of the best part of Brooklyn and nestled in Porto The vibe was upscale but not snooty, chill but still posh, and most important, the staff smiled and joked with each other There is no better way to know the soul of the place and Pata Gorda has soul ps - we definitely ordered the lamb croquet twice 😅 Thank you!

We loved so much this place that we will return. Our anniversary was enriched with amazing service y and exploding flavours. We couldn't be happier for our choice. They change the menu every month so we are looking for the next surprise. Every course was cooked to perfection, timing was excellent and service to the detail since we opened the door. Now... The only reason I don't give a five stars is because the food was extremely salty. The pork was delicious but I woke up 2 times in the night craving for water. Since we are planning to return I'm sure my review will be updated. Amazing place!

Perfect. Such delicious food (that pork 👌) and excellent, personal service from Alex and the team. I felt so welcomed and the food and wine made me very happy. One of the owners (sorry - I can't remember his name; starts with a J, I think!) clearly knows his wines and recommended excellent pairings.

Amazing beef steak salad, liver, duck. Amazing. One of the best experiences in Portugal. Loved staff. Cheers.