A Chalandra - Restaurante

We didn’t have a reservation on a Sunday evening but everyone was very gracious and attentive. We waited in a table outside with drinks and before we knew it our table was ready (it might have been about 20 minutes but the weather was lovely and the white port we chose was fantastic, so it was not a problem to wait but next time we are making a reservation to ensure we have a table!) The food was exquisite and every dish we picked was a success, I highly recommend the fish soup, and even though we didn’t call ahead (will definitely do next time) to ask for the salt crusted European bass they graciously prepared it for us and it was the best we’ve ever had. Best seafood restaurant in Matosinhos and a great place for a super special occasion as the food and ambiance were superb.

- Sofia Barreira -

Terrific food, genuinely kind wonderful service and a great value. We needed lunch, i was getting my beard sheared and our 28 year old local barber recommended this place 2 blocks away. From outside it had our skeptical klaxons blaring because it is just too cute for words. In a neighborhood woth a lot of concrete Its an old stone house with lovely varnished dark wood. Interior is gleaming. We couldnt believe it was real so went down the block and the other places were so trashy that we decided the cuteness was worth it. We each had fish soup for 5 euros and i had a glass of the house white. I also wanted grilled fish but was afraid of the prices. Guy found me some gorgeous fresh sardines in the back so i ordered them too. Sardines can be nasty if not cooked well but these were perfect and easy to eat, tasted like theyd been cooked on a beach fire. Fish soup had 3 kinds of fish, a subtle mix of spices. Really perfect. The wine was seeved icy cold, semi sweet with strong body to stand up to the food- great mineral finish. They refilled out soup and my wine glass at least 3 times. I was expecting bill to be very high. Total was 30 euros which i consider an amazing value. We had a lovely experience and i hope to return in a few days for more soup! A chalandra: Thank you so much yourvrestaurant is a treasure. i appreciate your skill and hospitality, and willingness to put up with my inability with language.

- Eric Christoffersen -

Amazing amazing amazing! We were referred by locals and it was beyond. Fresh, delicious. Get the shrimp appetizer.

- Gaby Neves -

Brilliant restaurant with most fresh and tastiest fish in Porto! The staff was EXTREMELY nice and helpfull! We'll definitely come back even just for the wonderful and funny Jorge who made our lunch even better! We tasted a really smooth pudding made from a recipe from 1925 which was shown to us! Really recommend!

- Iwona Gaura -

What a gem of a place. Great food, great service, brilliant atmosphere. I felt like I was at someone's home who was cooking for us and they just genuinely love good food. Can't recommend it enough. We had to wait for a table but the waiter brought us a bottle of good porto branco and the wait was as good as the meal!

- John Carey -

Excellent experience. We went looking for seafood and we found it: fresh, delicious and made us enjoy the moment. The Albarihno wine also was perfect combined with the seafood. Sonia, our waitress help us to choose and showed a great professionalism and experience which made our experience even better. Thanks Ms Sonia, looking forward to coming back soon!!

- Julio Gomez Seco -

I could say it's a fantastic place to visit! There are so many delicious foods to try! The price for such quality is democratic! Moreover, the staff is friendly. They kindly suggested me to try 2 diffeent types of Porto! Thanks a lot for the hospitality! I will never forget your kindness, tasty and plentifull food! Recommend to visit them!

- Madina Jumagulova -

A very good restaurant with fresh fish. The staff is also very kind.

- Pavla Honzatkova -