Where to eat International food in Vila Nova de Gaia: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 3, 2020 Brandee Mangan

Reviews on International food in Vila Nova de Gaia, Northern Portugal, Portugal. Vila Nova de Gaia, or simply Gaia (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvilɐ ˈnɔvɐ ðɨ ˈɣajɐ]; Proto-Celtic: *Cale) is a city and a municipality in Porto District in Norte Region, Portugal. It is located south of the city of Porto on the other side of the Douro River. The city proper had a population of 178,255 in 2001. The municipality has an area of 168.46 km². and a total population of 302,295 inhabitants (2011), making it the most populous municipality in Norte Region. Gaia together with Porto and 12 other municipalities makes up the commonly designated Porto Metropolitan Area.
Things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia

10. Bira dos Namorados, Porto

Rua Ceuta 61, Porto 4050-191 Portugal Bar, European, Healthy, Portuguese, International Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer [email protected] +351 22 208 1009 https://www.facebook.com/biradosnamorados
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4 based on 277 reviews

Bira dos Namorados, Porto

Reviewed By Donna E

Lovely welcome from the staff on arrival who remained attentative during our visit.The food we ordered was fantastic and is more than just a burger! Fresh and tasty! Colourful restaurant and great vibe.

9. VINUM Restaurant & Wine Bar

Graham's Port Lodge Rua do Agro 141, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-281 Portugal Mediterranean, European, Portuguese, International, Wine Bar Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating [email protected] +351 22 093 0417 http://www.vinumatgrahams.com
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4 based on 1354 reviews

VINUM Restaurant & Wine Bar

O VINUM nasce em homenagem a excelentes vinhos e ao melhor da gastronomia da regiao. / VINUM was created for great wine and for the very best natural food from our region.

Reviewed By ashleyr618

What a super place. From the start they could not have been more accommodating and generous. We were looked after by Pedro (and another lady whose name escapes me!). They were both fabulous. We got lucky in the fact that we got the best seat in the house with gorgeous views. We were welcomed with a complimentary cocktail and then enjoyed one of the best meals we've ever had. My husband went for the 5 course tasting with wines, and I opted for the fillet stake and tuna tartar starter. The steak was the best I've ever had, the flavours, the cook and the cut were perfect. We really enjoyed all the wines offered (probably had too much!) but it was just an overall fantastic and extremely memorable evening. Thank you to all of the staff for making our night so special, we won't forget it! We also did the tour before dinner which was a great start!Dear Ashley,We appreciate that you gave us the opportubity to host yor 10 year Wedding Anniversary Celebration, and we certainly are very happy you to know that our staff contributed on making such an important day so special for you. We hope to welcome you soon in Vinum. Congratulations!

8. Marianus Hamburgueria Artesanal

Rua Flores 293, Porto 4050-267 Portugal Portuguese, Brew Pub, International, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer [email protected] +351 927 511 786 http://marianus.pt
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4 based on 347 reviews

Marianus Hamburgueria Artesanal

Reviewed By gammatash

Seriously the best burger I ever had!Bun was yummy, lots of sesame seeds, everything in the burger was delicious! Fries were amazing too! If you’re from Canada and you know Swiss Chalet, it’s what the fries reminded me of. Our waiter was really good too! Sat outside, it’s a very touristy area, lots of beggers. Right across from the bus station.

7. Restaurante Elemento

Rua do Almada, 51, Porto 4050-036 Portugal European, Portuguese, International, Mediterranean, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Seating [email protected] +351 22 492 8193 http://www.elementoporto.com
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4 based on 233 reviews

Restaurante Elemento

The Elemento means Fire Dining, a restaurant where the kitchen is cooking everything over wood fire, without any support of gas ou high technology as a normal kitchen. We respect all the seasonality of our ingredients and we change the menu frequentely, s

Reviewed By RobertHA

Extremely good food in quaint surroundings. Had the tastings dinner which was excellent. Multiple courses with a couple of bonuses as well. Service was excellent. All food is cooked using wood as the fuel which creates the only problem including after you’ve left the restaurant . Your clothes and your hair will smell smokey. Better ventilation would make this a perfect place. Photos and menu for the night we were there below. Many thanks for sharing your feedback. We hope to see you again at your next trip in Porto :)

6. As 7 Maravilhas

Rua das Taipas 17c, Porto 4050-599 Portugal Healthy, International, Gastropub, Street Food Drinks, Dinner Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +351 22 203 2116 http://as7maravilhas.com
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4 based on 599 reviews

As 7 Maravilhas

,,As 7 Maravilhas" (,,The 7 Wonders") is an eatery that opened its doors in December 2013 in the heart of the "Invicta". In this location, the history starts as an eatery in 1937. To give that history a continuation with a unique concept in Porto, was our

Reviewed By jck123123

Missing some hearty beers? Go here. What a selection! The food menu is very different. I had quesadilla and it was delicious! He had a sandwich that was really something. Some interesting choices. We shared a port and desert and I could have come back and tried other items. Quirky. And great. Make a reservation.

5. MISTU restaurant & bar

Rua O Comercio do Porto 161, Porto 4050-211 Portugal International, Mediterranean, European, Fusion, Portuguese Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Full Bar, Free Wifi [email protected] +351 926 682 620 http://www.mistu.pt
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4 based on 321 reviews

MISTU restaurant & bar

The MISTU kitchen makes interpretations of special dishes from kitchens of the World, mostly from the Asian and South American gastronomic cultures, always with a Portuguese approach. The space is cozy, irreverent ... surprising. Come visit us and help us

Reviewed By tina1h

We stumbled across this restaurant whilst exploring Porto on our first evening! It looked full so we looked it up later that evening and reserved a table for the following evening!And what a treat! The team are passionate about what they do and that really shines through in everything they do from the quality and taste, to presentation and service!Our waiter was great, really informative in recommending which dishes to have and how many!We tried the beef tartare (both for the first time) and it was delicious!Then we enjoyed the shrimp with cuttlefish risotto... wow, flavours were just amazing.And if that wasn’t enough we then had the Hump steak.... so fantastic.The only disappointment was that we had no room for dessert!!!Definitely would recommend this restaurant if you visit Porto!Hello tina1h,We were very pleased with your feedback!!We look forward to a next visit.Thank you.

4. A Despensa

Rua Conde de Vizela 141, Porto 4050-640 Portugal Italian, International, Mediterranean, European, Fusion Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +351 933 962 261 http://adespensa.business.site/
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4 based on 1249 reviews

A Despensa

Italian restaurant with a spanish influence with passion and curiosity for all the world great dishes.. A place with a warm atmosphere and a unique concept

Reviewed By katiesR5678TL

The second we stepped in the door we were impressed with the fantastic service - the owner ran up the street to return a diner’s forgotten umbrella, then seated us without a reservation, no problem! After the wonderful dishes and genuine, caring and knowledgeable service, we were so impressed and hope to come back in a few nights. Get the house salad, the veal with pepper cream sauce, and carbonara - highly recommend. Can’t decide which was better: the food or the service!

3. Hungry biker

Rua das Taipas 68, Porto 4050-597 Portugal Cafe, International, European Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +351 927 174 181 http://www.facebook.com/hungrybikercafe
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4 based on 641 reviews

Hungry biker

Small & cozy place to have a generous and tasty breakfast or brunch and also rent a bicycle! The concept is simple - Northern simplicity charm with a breeze of Atlantic, woody & airy, stuffed with handcrafted furniture & good old music, great food adorned

Reviewed By Sophie_AKS

So good to find a place with gf bread and non-dairy milk! I had French toast with yogurt and fruit and loved it . Good coffee!

2. Viva Creative Kitchen

Largo Sao Domingos 33, Porto 4050-545 Portugal Mediterranean, International, Contemporary, Healthy Dinner Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Non-smoking restaurants [email protected] +351 22 208 2126 http://www.vivacreativekitchen.pt
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5 based on 279 reviews

Viva Creative Kitchen

A small, cozy, unpretentious and inclusive space, where everyone has an equally interesting and tasty option to taste. A house full of affection in every detail, created by a couple in love with good food and that goes on an eternal search for new combina

Reviewed By Alphatravelots

We sat at the bar and were so interested to watch the chef preparing the various tapas. The tapas were delicious and the presentation excellent. Have eaten all over the world and the tapas we had tonight were up with the best. We started with the Camembert with honey,garlic and parsley that had been lightly torched served in a metal bowl surrounded by lightly toasted homemade bread. Our second tapas was tuna tartare and we loved it. My husband has always been a little resistant regarding tartars but I had to fight him for every bite. A different presentation than I am used to with the tuna cut in 1/2 inch squares. It was delicious. Would have loved to sample so many more but had to stop as we were full. Such a lovely team we do wish them well. Hello, thank you for coming to our house and reviewing us. We are very happy that you enjoyed your experience with us. We hope to host you again in the future. Thank you for so many great compliments, it's truly a great recognition of our work.

10 Things to Do in Vila Nova de Gaia That You Shouldn't Miss

1. Cookery Food Bar

Rua do Almada 275, Porto 4050-038 Portugal International, European, Asian, Portuguese, South American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +351 966 974 119 http://www.cookery.pt
Cookery Food Bar

We are food bar in the downtown área of Porto – baixa. We asked some of the best and most famous chefs and food lovers from Portugal to create delicious recipes that were able to be served in bowls! We have now delicious and original bowls from Chefes Cha

Reviewed By Sushibabo

Great snacks and jummy bowls, they also have many dishes for vegetarians/vegans. The service is warm-hearted and fast!The shop offers reeeeally nice interior, fabrics, portugese stuff, clothes and so on. This place is just perfect - for real.

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