Zenith - Brunch & Cocktails Bar

We visited Zenith last week spontaneously without reservation and even though it was crowded we immediately got a table. Our server Leonardo was super friendly and we got served very quickly. The atmosphere is very chill, the music is also nice. When in Porto we warmly recommend to go there, as the quality of the food is great, the portions big and the price is fine!

If you’re looking for an unforgettable brunch experience in Porto, look no further than Zenith Brunch Place! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel right at home with their warm, friendly, and incredibly attentive service. Not only were they efficient, but they were also interactive and funny, which added a personal touch to our visit. The food? Absolutely outstanding! Each dish was packed with so much flavor, and everything came out quickly—definitely a plus when you're starving and ready to eat! Every bite was a delight, and it’s clear that the chefs put a lot of care into each plate. The pancakes were insane too!!! Highly recommend What really stood out, though, was the staff. Their energy and enthusiasm made our visit special and memorable. It’s rare to find a place where the service is just as enjoyable as the food, but Zenith nailed both. Without a doubt, this has been the best brunch place we've been to in Porto, and we’ll absolutely be back next time we’re in town! Highly recommend!

Came here spontaneously and the place was absolutely packed – clearly a popular spot. The menu is straightforward, with the usual brunch staples. Some staff members were super friendly, others seemed a bit indifferent. The food was okay – decent quality, but nothing stood out in terms of flavor or creativity. Overall, a solid option if you’re nearby and want a familiar brunch, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking.

Overall food and coffee was good, but service needs to be improved and the waiters should be more honest in doing business. They pushed for us to try their egg tarts as they said it was good, but it was EUR 3 per piece and they didn’t inform us of the price before hand. That’s quite expensive, compared to the really good ones like Manteigaria! In addition, when the dishes were served, the waiter offered us some pesto to go with the eggs (obviously without letting us know that this was at an additional charge). It was only when we were paying the bill that we realised the price of the egg tarts and that we were charged EUR 2 for the pesto. I’m fine with paying the additional amount, but thought it would be honest if the waiter can inform us beforehand.

The bacon and egg pancakes were absolutely delicious! The owner and staff were incredibly warm and attentive, regularly checking in to make sure guests were enjoying their meals. My boyfriend ordered the Zenith bagel and couldn’t stop praising it. If you’re staying nearby, you definitely have to come and give this place a try👍🏻

We had a late breakfast on the Ascension day. the Vegan pancakes were smelling so nice just by the arrival, they‘re not too sweet but have a very thick and rich flavour. The Zenith bagel was also ok. Service was also very friendly, just need to wait for the English speaking waiter/waitress. Just one more info: they might offer you additional options when ordering, just be aware they‘re not free of charge, of course, so that you don‘t have surprises by paying. Oh, and reserving is a good idea, especially if you‘re not an early bird or you might be waiting outside.

Easter Brunch Delight at Zenith Brunch & Cocktails Bar I had the pleasure of enjoying Easter Brunch at Zenith Brunch & Cocktails, and it was an absolute treat. I ordered the Eggs Zenith with Salmon and a Latte—everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, with just the right amount of buzz to make the experience feel festive without being overwhelming. A special shoutout to my waiter, Leonardo, who truly went above and beyond to make me feel right at home. His warm, attentive service added a personal touch that made the meal even more enjoyable. It was the perfect start to my day, and I will definitely be going back. Highly recommend!

The experience here was mixed. The food was okay — not bad, but nothing particularly memorable either. One highlight was the fresh orange juice, which was actually very good, though it took a long time to arrive and I had to remind the server about it. Unfortunately, service overall was slow. Our food took longer than expected, and the table next to us, who ordered after us, received theirs first. I had to follow up with the server before our order was finally brought out. The banana bread looked great but didn’t taste good — dry and lacking flavor, which was disappointing. Another issue was the seating situation. I asked the manager if we could wait a bit for a table inside, and he flat-out said no, seating us outside instead. Just a few minutes later, a table inside opened up and was given to another party. That didn’t sit right, especially since I had expressed I was willing to wait. Overall, not a terrible experience, but definitely room for improvement in both service and how guests are accommodated.

Fabulous food, service, ambiance... might be why it is always busy when you walk by. You can probably be sat quite quickly in the basement or indoor area. There is often enough seating in the warmer season outdoors but you will probably need to wait for a table. I don't imagine it would be too extremely long though (20 minutes as a guess more during prime eating hours). I don't suggest larger groups outside. Outdoor seating is in two-person tables so you will have to wait for just the perfect equation of people to leave to push several tables together. Their Zenith Burger (vegan) is quite tasty (Burger vegan "Beyond Meat", vegan cheese, vegan mayo, onion, salad, tomato). Doesn't stay on the bun too well since there are so many ingredients, I will keep trying, don't worry and I know I will conquer this goal someday, keeping the burger all together. High food aspirations. Friends got the Zenith Pancakes and the Eggs Zenith. They have also had several things on the menu in previous visits and they had high reviews. Reality, you will probably like what you order. Unique options so lots to try. Note: They wouldn't split checks for us. I don't know if this is something you have to address prior to ordering OR if this is a rule of Zenith. Excellent food spot and worth a try. I want to highlight how lovely our server was. Very personable, very friendly, and spot on his game.

I loved the ambience inside. There are a bunch of neon signs with cute sayings and a garden inside enclosed in glass! Food was great and the portions were huge! I still felt light and not greasy by the end of it all. You really can't go wrong with any of the options. I did get the red velvet latte, which did taste like red velvet, but also had hints of beets. So if you don't like the taste of beets, I suggest getting a different drink! The staff inside were so friendly and helped us move our luggage inside when it was pouring rain.

Service is excellent, friendly and accommodating with the English language. Much appreciated. Gluten free toast arrived with the scramble and avocado - slightly cold-ish. The daily special fresh juice was phenomenal: orange, banana and strawberry. Yumm! Eggs Zenith - never had breaded poached egg!! Unique and delicious with fresh bread that could have been slightly toasted, but that's hubbies preference. The Serrano ham is a welcomed choice instead of bacon. Also, dish was rather on the cold side, but nonetheless delish. The GF pancakes, again, although very good, rather semi warm and felt very cake like. They were not fluffy and light. Overall, a nice spot for brunch, but let the staff know to bring the food warm.

This brunch spot deserves a 10/10. We consistently came here during our trip (Lisbon and Porto). Each meal we got did not disappoint. Here at the Porto location we got great service except for once. Unfortunately the waiter was not very friendly but others made up for that shortcoming! It's so hard to speak about which breakfast was my favorite because they all were great. The only one that did feel lack luster was the breakfast sandwich; I just felt it was missing a kick to it from a sauce. Their Porto Zenith was amazing! The serving size of the drink was great! They have so many great breakfast options that we each were ordering two off the menu so we could try and taste it all. I love the area because it's quiet but you still get a good amount of foot traffic. They have indoor and outdoor seating but the weather is just perfect that you have to sit outside. Definitely make a stop and check this place out!

Everything was absolutely fantastic. Drinks: Port Zenith: 10/10 - perfectly sweet Mojito: 8/10 - a little less sweet than I like but my boyfriend loved it Food: Dulce de Leche - as a lover of tres leches this was absolutely amazing to me. It is very sweet but still didn't feel too sweet for breakfast. 10/10 Eggs Benedict: 9/10. Flavorful. I don't like that it was deconstructed but that's a minor flaw. Ambiance: Super cute space but the best part is the area

Great service, they were all so friendly and the food was delicious! Great music and vibes overall!

A popular spot with many locations including Lisbon, Barcelona and other cities in the Iberian Peninsula. We arrived in Porto so early and before our day of exploring we needed some fuel. Zenith is a popular spot, but has a lot of vegan and vegetarian options for brunch and lunch. There were a ton of people there, but plenty of tables outside so we opted to sit outside. The service was so friendly! I ordered a mango mimosa and my husband ordered one of their ginger spritz cocktails. I opted for one of their Benedict, but without the meat. Instead, they offered some mushrooms for me and I welcomed that! My husband ordered one of their salad bowls that included eggs and tofu so we were both so happy and full! Would recommend!

Food here is fabulous and the staff is very nice. Typically get the same thing which is the chicken salad. I like it everything on. It is great. I don't love the guacamole. It's a bit tangy for me. But substitute for just avocado and it's perfect.

Great vibe here. Had the Zenith Eggs with spinach and mushrooms. Was pretty good but not my favorite. I shoulda tried the peanut butter pancakes. Those look yummy. Maybe tomorrow.

This place was amazing and a absolute treasure. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, some of the best eggs and banana bread I have ever had. The banana bread was not overly sweet and the perfect balance of flavors. The eggs were seasoned to perfection and my mojito was delicious. I highly recommend this place if you are visiting porto. I wish brunch places were more like this in the states. The ambiance is so pure and beautiful. Even though the music is playing and it's lively, it's very easy to have a conversation with one another and not be plagued with hearing the conversation of others. The Mrs. and I will visit here again because there was so many things in the menu we wanted but couldn't get. We are leaving stuffed and happy.

First breakfast/brunch in Porto was at Zenith - Brunch & Cocktails. I had read a lot of great reviews about this place beforehand, so expectations were pretty high. Given the hype, I was expecting a potentially long wait, but I was pleasantly surprised by how quick we were seated. We ended up with a table outside around 12 noon on a Sunday, which was perfect for our needs. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food itself was great. Delicious and satisfying. I would definitely recommend this place to all.

This is a fairly trendy place and I went on a Monday when many restaurants are closed. It was busy and the staff were friendly. It took a matter of minutes from placing an order and being served. The food had the appearance of being assembled on an assembly line. The toast was more like warmed bread and one poached egg was cooked hard. Overall it was a meal, just not as good as others in the area. It tasted like food from a corporate owned restaurant.

Yes, there is a line anytime they are open, which is the only bad news I found here. The good news starts there as the line moves quickly. The staff watches the line for two people and moves past the four and five-person parties. The food is excellent. It is NOT classic Portuguese fare, but if you want to brunch at almost anytime, this is your place. The staff speaks English and will tolerate your bad attempt at Portuguese Eggs are done to order and done right. The Bloody Mary is SPICY. The Acai bowl is wonderful, as is the yogurt bowl.

The ambiance was so cool and the food was the icing on the cake. The line is always out the door so come early!! They had a wide selection of vegan options and their brunch is amazing overall.

The food was not very good. The pastries were delicious but the eggs Benedict was not flavorful at all. Too much guacamole and the bread was too dense. The service was great though and the ambiance was cute. Just wish the food was better since this is a brunch restaurant...

The menu was so expansive, we decided to go here twice lol. Service was exceptional both visits - it is important to note that they do cash only (there is an ATM across the street, if needed). Food-wise, we went savory the first time and sweet the next. This is completely based on our preferences, but here's how we rated everything, in order: Zenith Toast (an absolute must, we liked it more than francesinha) - 5/5 Peanut butter pancakes - 4.5/5 Croissant Carbonara - 4.5/5 Dulce de Leche pancakes - 4/5 Chicken Taco - 3.75/5 Jackfruit Chili Taco - 3.5/5 If you are big into cocktails, this is the brunch spot for you. I had their bramble (gin with mixed berries and juice), and it was incredible. Highly recommend going to Zenith at least once, as you can't go wrong with their selection. The price-points are also extremely friendly, which will allow you to try different menu items when you go!

We had the most amazing lunch here. Highly recommend the bowls and pancakes! The chicken tacos were flavorful and the bowls were filling and absolutely delicious. It was our first meal in Porto and we will be back!

Some of the best breakfast we had in all of Portugal! Make sure to bring cash and to be ready for a wait, however it does go buy fast! I got the açaí bowl which was one of the best I've ever had! And we also ordered eggs and Oreo pancakes which were phenomenal as well!

We were seated as soon as we walked up, the service was both efficient and pleasant. The music playing outside set the mood and we had a nice relaxing meal. The food was incredible and there were no crumbs left!!

Absolutely loved this place! I came because it was highly rated as gluten free option and it was even better for my group cause there were a ton of other non gluten free options. Their vanilla latte was pretty good as well. The bacon looks really different from American bacon but my guest who did eat said it was fine just really salty. Everything from the staff to the food and the atmosphere was all amazing! Definitely come here for a late brunch to start your day.

I had no idea what to order but I know I needed to eat because I have a long day ahead of me. The staff was really nice and the food was great.

Simple, done well, and done right can't be understated. Probably one of the best brunches I've ever had, in fact it was so good I had to visit their other location in Madrid. Zenith's brunch menu isn't anything crazy but everything tastes very fresh and everyone in my group agreed that all the food we had was phenomenal and packed with tons of flavor. From the mojito to the pancakes and chicken; there wasn't a single miss. If you're ever in Porto or Madrid, definitely check out Zenith. Tons of food options and easily customize your own egg toast like I did.

Edit: I returned 2 days after the original review and it just was not as good. It was really crowded, so understand the service speed, but the eggs were just not as good and there was NO olive oil this time, that was the best part! Also, bread was harder, which was unfortunate. I'll return, but not as excitedly as before. This place was so delicious! I'm almost sad I went since we have nothing like this at home and I will be forever thinking about it. When I went I actually became overwhelmed, since I wanted everything on the menu, but chose to just get the eggs with avocado. They were some of the most delicious eggs ever, and I always judge a place by their eggs (since they may be simple to make, but they are also super easy to mess up). They were also drizzled with olive oil and I can honestly say, that may have been the most delicious olive oil I have ever had. My husband had the chai latte and it was like anything I've ever had - so delicious and spiced. Will definitely be returning!

When we saw the queue, we thought this must be a good place. Came with recommendations and all that. We craved pancakes and in hindsight, should have went to O Diplimatico. We waited for bout 30 minutes in atypical cold weather in Porto. When we sat down, we looked at the pancake menu, looked at each other and thought... damn it... they didn't look that great. I mean, they looked beautiful - just wasn't what we wanted. So we ordered breakfast food that was subpar in every sense of the word. Eggs Benedict was whatever. Typical brunch food, just a few levels on the eh side.

So good! Great food! Great atmosphere!!! Service was on point. Food was fresh and drinks were delish!

Such a wonderful SURPRISE to have a cafe such as this in Porto where it seems every corner has restaurants that only serve meat options. First of all a super friendly staff. Then the selections! Oh my. Many vegetarian options AND vegan too! I chose the Zenith bowl and hubby had the Sweet potato 'toast'. We also had the juice of the day and a detox juice. Portions were generous. Extremely fresh ingredients. So yummy! All delicious. They have outdoor seating and also indoor. We sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine along with people watching. We are here in Porto for two weeks. I will be at Zenith everyday!

This place was a great find for the last day in Porto, and I'm so happy we found this! One of the best vanilla lattes (I'm from California). Food was very delicious, I got the breakfast sandwich and everything was very fresh and the prices were very low for bigger portions.

I hate to be this person, but Zenith really Didn't meet my expectations. It had every intention of being a hipster insta haven, but despite the cute signs and neon lights, It really didn't deliver. Luckily we didn't have to wait in line because they were able to squeeze us into a table and all the groups before us were larger. It's very uncomfortable. I bet people are always waiting to get in, but if they could remove just one or two tables, I think it would be a lot more comfortable. The poor tables near the door were eating with their coats on because the door stayed open. And people kept bumping into them. The food was nice quality, but really nothing too special. I'm no longer impressed with smoothie bowls and shakshuka on a menu. I ordered the peanut butter toast and it was very dry. To be fair, I had to order it without strawberries and granola (allergies) but I can't imagine the granola helping the texture any. The coffee was pretty good! I ordered the caramel iced latte. The staff (from the hostess to the cashier) seemed very stressed. It's fair that they were overwhelmed, but I'd say they were rude as a result.

i had an amazing shakshuka here. the best yet. it was perfect in every way and a size-able portion. it was so flavorful. drinks were also good, i had a mimosa. the service was so amazing our waitress was so so sweet. great brunch spot if you are looking for a tasty filling spot.

So sad to have not liked the food here. I was incredibly disappointed with what I ordered. When my eggs Benedict arrived and I cut into the yolk it was super over cooked. I immediately told the server and he was apologetic and said that they were no good as well. He brought my food back to the kitchen and I requested this time they don't bread the eggs... I thought perhaps this was the step that had made them so overdone. He brought my food back out and much to my disappointment the eggs were once again over cooked, not as severely as the first time and because I felt bad complaining again I tried to eat my meal. The overbooked eggs were just the first thing wrong. The toast was not cooked at all and the amount of avocado and hollandaise sauce on it made it so soggy. The eggs also tasted so vinegary that they were really not edible. A different server who removed my plate saw that I didn't eat my food (just the side salad) and didn't ask me if everything was ok. Then when I got up to pay the server who originally took my plate asked me how it was. I told him it was really not good and that the eggs were still very over cooked. He was nice about it and apologized and said he would check in the kitchen what was going on. I was shocked when the meal was not removed from my bill. I heard him has a conversation with the cashier so i though it would be removed from my bill but much to my surprise they didn't take it off and I really was not comfortable asking for it to be removed. I can't speak on the other dishes... they could be delicious but I definitely did not have a positive experience. I left this place paying 18 euros for a flat white, and barely touched eggs Benedict. I also don't eat pork so I asked to have the ham switched with mushrooms (which I think is a fair exchange) and they charged me.

Amazing food!!! Great service. One of my favorite breakfast places in Porto. I got the bacon and Ovo bagel

Our favorite place in Porto! The food was fantastic and the service was outstanding. We had the Zenith eggs and Eggs Benedict the first day and house made yogurt the second day and it was all delicious. All of the wait staff were fast, friendly and courteous. I could not believe how fast the food came out and quickly they turned over tables. Very well run! And the ambiance was fun and friendly. They played our favorite music--Pearl Jam! This place make our stay in Porto memorable and special. Thank you for being such wonderful people!!

To say I went out of my way for this brunch is an understatement--I had a layover at the airport for about 5 hours and HAULED. ASS. to get into the city for some food before heading back. I was nervous reading some of the reviews about this place being overhyped, but after a delicious lunch I'm happy I made the trek (if only to escape the airport). There was a wait when I arrived but it went by quickly and I was able to order just a few minutes after being seated. I got the zenith pancake and it was sooo good. It was loaded with spinach and the garlic mayo was really flavorful. I wish there were a few more tomatoes and the crispy onions but the batter of the pancake made up for it. Perfect for a vegetarian! This is a place with instagram-style presentation but is actual good quality. I saw other people order the Oreo pancakes which looked amazing--will definitely order these when I pass back through.

We went for breakfast and wasn't disappointed. I had the shakshouka with eggs and my daughter had the vegetarian version. My other daughter had the eggs zenith and she loved that. One daughter had a golden latte with turmeric the other had Porto zenith which was a port tonic with orange and mango with passion fruit on top.

What a find. Best french toast I have ever had. The toast was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The fresh fruit on top with whipped cream made it delicious with crispy almonds. Also ordered the vegan toast which was exceptional too. The avocado was fresh and I loved the sun dried tomatoes that came with the toast. Cherry tomatoes and mushrooms were fresh and added flavor. You have to put them all on each toast bite to get the full taste affect. Latte was creamy and made just right with a cute design on it. Wouldn't have found this place without yelp. Free WiFi too which I am using now oto write review. Service was also exceptional and the waiter Sergio explained all the menu items to us.

Zenith is one of the best brunch spots in Porto. The food was all too choices and their were many to choose from. The staff were helpful and quick. We could have stayed all day just trying different plates. The atmosphere was light and fun, and the way things were setup outside and inside blended seamlessly together.

Honestly, this is probably the best meal I had during my entirely stay in mainland Portugal. I had the Shakshuka - it was flavorful, hearty, and literally kept me full for most of the day. My boyfriend had the Francesinha, and declared that it was the best one he had had in Porto (much better even than the "popular" spots to grab one). The service is hospitable and prompt. I'll be posting the menu and some photos shortly to give more info. One thing to note - if you're looking for an authentic or traditional Portuguese dining experience, this isn't the place. Zenith honestly feels like a cafe plucked right out of Los Angeles. However, I can promise that the food here is BETTER than most restaurants in Porto.

There was a huge line in front when we arrived around 2 pm, but it went by fast. I was very excited to try this place as I've been traveling for the last 2 weeks and wanted to find a little comfort brunch food that reminded me of home! Unfortunately, I think this place photographs better than it actually tastes. I ordered the eggs Benedict with bacon... extra crispy. I sat right in front of the line so i can see all the action take place and our food came rather quickly. The avocado toast for the Benedict was in theory a great idea but it was bland and had zero flavor, mind you, i usually eat my food very bland but this was even a little too bland for my taste. With a little lime and a hint of garlic, I think the guacamole would have been perfect. The egg was perfectly poached and the bacon was thrown on the skillet and heated up, but not crispy. The service was nice and the owner checked in with us which was nice. All in all, it was an ok place and because it's the only one of its kind in Porto, I'd probably go to it again.

I came here twice while on vacation and it was sooo good. The best coffee and best breakfast food I had while in Portugal. The nicest people work there as well.

The food here is terrible. The poached eggs were sour, the toast was too hard, and the bacon...they must've put real effort into ruining that bacon. It was undercooked, sinewy, and had pieces of white cartilage. Service was sparse.

Fantastic experience, would certainly recommend to anyone who was considering going. We sat outside, walked around a bit inside and were impressed by both options. Outside you are near Praca de Carlos Alberto and there is very little car traffic. To get started we ordered an acai bowl and wow was that a great decision. This could even be the highlight of the meal. Fruit was incredibly fresh and the combination of flavors made us decide this was something we needed to eat more often. Then we tried the Shaksuka and Nutella Tapioca Pancakes. Two completely different dishes but both great in their own way. If I had to pick a winner I would give the nod to the Shaksuka but the fact that they were both great goes to show how overall the food here is worth the trip. All in all I would recommend this place and look forward to a future visit.

I'm a very picky eater and I was very pleased. We got the zenith bowl (I asked for a side of egg whites "Claras") the iced coffee / lattes are amazing and the orange juice is fresh and sweeter than I've ever had. They have regular milk, almond, soy & egg whites. Very happy we came & will definitely be back. My friends got the zenith eggs and she was also very happy. It's very high quality food with HUGE servings. Both of our dishes could have easily been shared by 2 hungry people. Also, great place for vegetarians & healthy eaters. ... Sourdough bread was insane. Fresh, thick and crunchy.

This place has a great variation for all interests. The food was amazing and every plate looks delicious. Highly recommend it

One of the best brunches I have ever had! I went with three friends while vacationing in Porto. We waited around 15 minutes to be sat. The interior of zenith is very cutely decorated. The food was absolutely AMAZING. I got the shakshuka and highly recommend it. Will be back when I come back to Porto!

Cute brunch place with unique dishes. Very popular, and there will most likely a line up on sundays.

Crazy busy place. Crazy good food. Absolutely the best specialty coffee in Porto. Hands down. Kianin is the best barista in Porto.

If you look for the best shakshuka don't go further .... here they have the best! Combine it with a superb smoothie or juice and your day has the best start!

Zenith was a delicious experience in a small, neat menu. Each of my party had a taste of the Nutella Pancakes, Zenith Eggs (similar to an eggs Benedict), and the homemade parfait as well as homemade orange juice and delicious coffee. While the place was packed on a Saturday morning for brunch, we waited less than 15 minutes and had many groups ahead of us. They were efficient, delicious, and the food came out exactly as described. Each of us ordered two items but could have easily eaten just 1 -- none of us could finish. If you have the time and don't mind spending 10 euro on a delicious meal and a cup of coffee or fresh juice, absolutely pick Zenith.

The line was very long and we contemplated leaving many times. However, some of my family really wanted to see what the hype was all about. The restaurant is two floors and they have a small kitchen on each floor. Overall, the food was delicious and the plates were decorated creatively and nicely. The restaurant is very much so a hipster favorite and it's decorated to fit that crowds' gaze. I will say that my meal was decent, the pancakes were dry. The orange juice was fresh and tasty and the latte was to die for. I had two coffees!