Elemento

Cuisine

Modern Cuisine, Grills

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

https://elementoporto.com/

Description

Chef Ricardo Dias Ferreira has unashamedly gone back to basics here, cooking exclusively over wood, to such an extent that he rarely uses the grill or oven. With his combination of traditional Portuguese cuisine, smoky flavours and modern touches, he offers à la carte options alongside an “8-moment” tasting menu, and his cuisine varies from day to day depending on the availability of ingredients from small-scale local producers. Allow yourself to be guided by recommendations from the interesting selection of Portuguese wines, and if you’re keen to enjoy the experience to the full, take a seat

Review score

4

Review count

80

Review summary

Elemento in Porto specializes in modern cuisine and open-fire grilling. Many guests praise the exquisite tasting menus, high-quality ingredients such as venison loin and local fish, and attentive service, noting a unique atmosphere suitable for families. However, negative reviews highlight inconsistencies in food quality, erratic meal pacing, and occasional service lapses. Some diners reported feeling rushed during late seating times and found certain areas, like the room near the wine cellar, uncomfortably cold. While the culinary execution is generally well-regarded, issues with service consistency and environmental comfort create mixed experiences. Value perceptions vary significantly among reviewers.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined open-fire cuisine who can tolerate potential service inconsistencies.

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