Best cafes in Porto
Want to know the best places to have breakfast in Porto? Below, you will find several cafes where you can go if you want to enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
1. SO Coffee Roasters, one of the best coffee shops in Porto
This place is a must-stop on your visit to Porto if you like good coffee. SO is the Portuguese diminutive of the word “sudoeste,” which is the cardinal point in Europe where Portugal is located. This is one of the coffee shops in Porto where we assure you that you will be able to have a delicious coffee (I say this from experience!). They also have smoothies and juices. For breakfast, they offer bowls, toasts, and sandwiches.
In addition, in this place, they care in detail about all the steps in the production process and all the people behind it. In this way, they make sure to serve premium-quality coffee that is up to the standards of their most demanding clients. This specialty coffee shop occupies a somewhat hidden location in the center of Porto and offers a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere—it’s an oasis!
Address: R. de Sá de Noronha 119.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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2. C’alma Coffee Room
The second place in this list of the best coffee shops in Oporto is occupied by C’alma Coffee Room, a place you should not miss. In addition to its exquisite specialty coffee that will make you want to return again and again, the place stands out for its cozy decor. Also for its friendly service and the predisposition of the baristas, always ready to answer your questions and doubts about coffee and its preparation.
If you are a lover of good coffee, you must visit this place. They also have teas and, for lunch, sweets, sandwiches, chia puddings, and yogurt with granola. On the other hand, I am sure you will enjoy its calm atmosphere and the good music they usually play here. It is in the center of Porto.
Address: R. de Passos Manuel 44.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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3. Combi Coffee Roasters, one of the best cafes Porto.
This coffee shop in Porto has a very special history. It began operating in 2014 as a van that offered coffee while moving around the city. Since two years ago, the coffee shop has adopted a fixed format, and they offer one of the best coffees in Porto.
In this place, they respect the coffee and its process. They only work with cooperatives and ethical and responsible producers who care about bringing the best coffee in the world. In addition, the coffee shop also produces its own coffee, which is offered packaged to take away. There is also a small kitchen where toasts, sweets, açai bowls, etc. are prepared.
Address: R. do Morgado de Mateus 29.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
4. Época Porto, perfect for a brunch
This cafe is very small, but it has a very big goal: to prepare simple and tasty meals that make people happy. And they succeed! The place is ideal for a break during the morning or midday. It is tastefully decorated and includes design books that you can browse through while you drink your coffee.
The menu offers a good variety of delicious meals, many of them gluten-free. There is also an extensive menu of cold, organic, and homemade drinks and herbal teas—delicious and healthy! Many of the ingredients used here come from the farm owned by the owners.
The care for the environment is noticeable in every detail. In addition, the service is very friendly, and you will feel at ease at all times.
Address: Rua do Rosário 22.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 12:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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5. Noshi Coffee & Healthy Food
This is among the most outstanding coffee shops in Porto. It offers a wide variety of artisanal coffees and stands out for its effort to provide quality and extremely healthy food. The place combines the coffee service with art, as there are often very interesting temporary exhibitions.
On its menu, you will find many vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free options. The idea is for you to enjoy yourself while you take care of yourself. You can also choose from a large number of organic teas. And, of course, you can enjoy one of the best specialty coffees. If, during your stay in Porto, you are looking for a coffee shop where you can disconnect and relax, this is the place for you.
Address: Rua do Carmo, 11/12.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
6. Lazy Breakfast Club, one of the best breakfast in Porto
It is among the most outstanding coffee shops in Porto. It offers a wide variety of artisanal coffees and stands out for its effort to offer quality and extremely healthy food. The place combines coffee service with art, as there are often very interesting temporary exhibitions.
On its menu, you will find many vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free options. The idea is for you to enjoy yourself while you take care of yourself. You can also choose from a large number of organic teas. And, of course, you can enjoy one of the best coffee specialties. If, during your stay in Porto, you are looking for a coffee shop where you can disconnect and relax, this is the place for you.
Address: Rua do Carmo, 11/12.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
7. My Coffee Porto ( Specialty coffee), with nice views.
This coffee shop is another must-visit during your visit to Porto. If you stop here, you can enjoy not only a delicious coffee but also a delicious breakfast, lunch, or snack, as it has a wide variety of sandwiches and smoothies. The place is very small but cozy. In addition, the service, headed by its owner, is very good.
We did not hesitate to go during our stay in Porto, and something that I loved was its terrace, as it is very small and cozy and has very nice views. It is located next to the Escadas do Codeçal, one of the best viewpoints in Oporto. There are just five tables for two people in the open space, so you’ll have to be lucky to find room.
Address: Escadas do Codeçal 22.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
8. 7g Roaster, en Vilanova de Gaia, best breakfast in Porto
This place is ideal for a relaxing time, as it is very spacious and has indoor and outdoor space, and you can even bring your pet if it travels with you! The menu is very varied and includes snacks, burgers, toasts, brunch menus, and different vegan and vegetarian options, apart from an exquisite coffee, of course.
The on-site store also offers specialty coffee from different parts of the world that you can take home. This is, without a doubt, one of the best coffee shops in Oporto. You will find it in Vila Nova de Gaia, a city located on the other side of the Douro.
Address: R. de França 52 (Vila Nova de Gaia).
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
10 Cafe Majestic, on of the best coffee shop in Porto.
Cafe Majestic is one of the most emblematic establishments in Oporto. Its origin dates back to 1922, when it was founded by a group of merchants. It had a flourishing period during which it became an icon of the city. A space that combined culture and glamour. Then, it began to lose its splendor until 1992, when it was restored to restore its spirit and prestige.
Today, it maintains much of its interior, which is characterized by the art nouveau style. In addition to offering a unique experience, it hosts art exhibitions and all kinds of cultural events. On their menu, you can find sandwiches, toasts, tapas, salads, hot dishes, and desserts, and they also serve five o’clock tea!
This fantastic place can’t be missed on your list of cafes in Porto, although I warn you that prices are high. But having a drink in a place with so much history costs its own.
Address: R. de Santa Catarina 112.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
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10. O Porto dos Gatos, a cat café in Porto
Finally, there is a very special coffee shop in Oporto, which you will love, especially if you are a cat lover. Two friends, Fátima and Joana, dedicated themselves for a long time to helping these animals until they had the idea of creating this space where they give them temporary transit and which is also open to the public as a cafeteria.
What can you eat here? Hamburgers, francesinhas, skewers, sandwiches? The best of all is that no elements of animal origin are used in any of the preparations. There are also delicious hip tarts, and you can also drink organic tea! The place has a nice outdoor space to enjoy if the weather is good.
Address: Av. de Rodrigues de Freitas 93.
Hours: from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Map of best cafes in Porto
On the following map, you can see all the cafes mentioned in this article, perfect for breakfast in Porto or brunch. You can also see bars and some of the best restaurants in Porto recommended, as well as the best places to eat the delicious pasteis de nata.
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I hope this article about the best coffee shops in Porto has been very useful for you to organize your visit to this beautiful Portuguese city. If you have any input, don’t hesitate to leave a comment. See you next time!
