Hotel Rural Villa Julia

Looking for a peaceful refuge surrounded by nature? This is the ideal spot. The restaurant is located at Quinta do Seixo, home to the iconic Sandeman Port wines, on the banks of the Douro and surrounded by century-old vineyards. Here, you can pair one of the available wine experiences with a memorable meal bearing the signature of renowned chef Vasco Coelho Santos. The menu reflects seasonality and regional produce, with fire shining both on the grill and in the wood-fired oven, turning out traditional dishes with a contemporary twist, such as Barriga de porco, pork belly, with beans and a cou

If you are looking for a place with good food and breathtaking views… this is the perfect spot. Located on the famous namesake estate, at the confluence of the Douro and Tejo rivers, the restaurant, run by the Geadas brothers, chef Óscar Geadas and sommelier António Geadas, offers a welcoming atmosphere, with large windows that allow you to enjoy, without interruption, a truly spectacular landscape. The foundations and tradition of Trás-os-Montes cooking are reflected in dishes that highlight seasonality and product quality, especially in the vegetarian options (we were delighted by the Estufa

It occupies a modern-style building that stands out due to its riverside location on the Douro and boasts an appealing terrace overlooking the water. This venue combines a superb setting with a cuisine that needs no introduction, since the menu is by the renowned Chef Rui Paula and overseen daily by chef Joel Paiva. Here, the chef offers a style of cooking that reflects his Trás-os-Montes roots, drawing on past memories and fused with products from the riverside, delivering intense, surprising flavours. The à la carte offering is supplemented by a 14-course tasting menus, which can be reduced

One of its most striking features is its location, as it repurposed a century-old freight warehouse, situated at the city’s railway station. In this charming space, fully renovated and considered a tourist attraction in the region, the cooking is rooted in tradition and heritage, yet not devoid of creativity. The selection includes à la carte options (cod cataplana with chickpeas, cabbage and low-temperature egg; Trás-os-Montes couscous with grilled vegetables; Caisdavilla-style sponge cake...) and a 5-course tasting menu featuring a range of dishes on the menu.

It is located in the luxurious Vidago Palace hotel, built in 1910 by King Carlos due to its proximity to the famous Vidago thermal spring waters. It is no surprise that the restaurant boasts a majestic décor, with high ceilings and a huge handmade carpet covering the floor that once served as the palace’s ballroom. Consultant chef Vítor Matos provides traditional Northern Portuguese cuisine combined with modern creativity, showcased in an à la carte menu and two tasting menus: Essência (“Essence”) and Cumplicidades (“Alliances”). Standout dishes? The scallops accompanied by prawn ravioli and a