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Cafe GuaranyvsPortucale
Both Cafe Guarany and Portucale are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Portucale ranks significantly better than Cafe Guarany. Portucale scores 80 with praise from 3 reviews such as concierge.com, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Cafe Guarany
Fodor's
Frommer's
Avenida dos Aliados 85-89, Porto, Portugal
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Fodor's "Founded in 1933, this "musicians' café" exudes an old-world charm. The afternoon tea is famous, and if you're lucky you might happen upon a poetry reading or a live concert (often fado music)." Full review
Frommer's "Also a popular cafe and brasserie, packing in diners at lunch and dinner, thanks to fair prices and uncomplicated food that, while not the top of its category, is nonetheless filling and flavorful." Full review
Portucale
Concierge Fodor's Frommer's
Time Out
Rua da Alegria 598, Porto 4000-037, Portugal
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Concierge "Portucale serves excellent food in an intimate atmosphere with outdated decor, elegant table settings, and stunning views of the city."
Fodor's "Atop a modern tower block on a hill, the Portucale is known for its excellent food and sweeping views." Full review
Frommer's "This restaurant, one of the most courtly in Porto, opened in 1969 on the 13th (uppermost) floor of the same building that contains the also-recommended hotel, the Albergaria Miradouro." Full review
Time Out "Some menu options have been there since the beginning, such as the Portucale steak, flambéed in the dining room, or the Walewska fillets, poached in champagne and covered in lobster. " Full review
