Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More is a restaurant in Guimaraes Centro, Guimaraes. Rated 4.9 stars from 77 Google reviews. Known for wine list & drinks selection and homemade desserts & quality food. Best for solo dining and groups sharing plates.
Rankings updated April 2026
Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More
Across 90 Google reviews, 98% gave four or five stars.
Quick Verdict
A cosy wine bar and restaurant where exceptional Portuguese wines, homemade food, and genuine hospitality create an experience worth repeating.
You want a warm, welcoming spot for wine, small plates, and attentive service in central Guimarães.
About Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More
Porta 38 sits at the heart of Guimarães centro as a warm, casual wine bar and restaurant where small plates and carefully chosen Portuguese wines converge. The space reads acolhedor—cosy and welcoming—with a staff that moves through the room with genuine attentiveness; regulars and first-time visitors alike report feeling "very well received" from entry to exit. The kitchen delivers on both comfort and craft: prego no pão (steak sandwich) and homemade burgers anchor a menu of shareable bites—queijo boards, alheira croquettes, moelas—while the wine list punches above its weight, curated to invite both casual glass-pours and serious bottle purchases. Desserts are a deliberate highlight, praised for homemade quality and flavour depth. The sangria is a signature draw. Service timing is consistent, neither rushed nor languorous, and the bar stocks spirits, craft beer, and coffee alongside the wine focus. Families and groups gravitate here; solo diners find it equally welcoming.
Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More is the neighbourhood spot done right — unhurried, unpretentious, with a wine list that gives it an edge over most of its category.
What Stands Out
Wine list & drinks selection
Described as 'best wine and sparkling selection in Guimarães' by regulars; customers buy bottles to take home; sangria is repeatedly praised as 'impeccable' and 'delicious'.
Homemade desserts & quality food
Multiple reviews highlight desserts as 'delicious' and 'spectacular'; prego no pão and burgers are standout dishes; food is consistently described as 'sensational' and 'well-crafted'.
Warm, attentive staff & atmosphere
Staff described as 'incredibly helpful', 'sympathetic', 'attentive'; atmosphere is 'cosy', 'welcoming', and 'stylish'; customers report feeling well-cared-for throughout their visit.
What Customers Say
Desde que entrei até sair, senti-me muito bem recebida, staff simpático e atencioso, ambiente acolhedor, comida saborosa e muito bem confecionada, das melhores sangrias que já experimentei, vale a pena guardar um espacinho para a sobremesa( são deliciosas!!).
Remete se a um espaço bastante acolhedor e com um staff incrível, bastantes prestáveis e sempre com a preocupação se estava tudo bom. ESTAVA TUDO INCRÍVEL.
Ambiente agradável, comida e vinhos muito bons!
Real quotes from Google Reviews
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google, in the language they were written
“Ambiente agradável, comida e vinhos muito bons!”
“O prego no pão e o hambúrguer foram nossos preferidos!”
“Espaço super agradável, serviço do melhor, ambiente top.”Practical Information
Opening Hours
Reservations
Reservations RecommendedContact
Largo da República do Brasil 38, 4810-446 Guimarães
910 966 436Amenities
Common Questions
Do you need to book Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended for meals — Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More is a popular choice in Guimaraes Centro and tends to fill quickly, particularly at weekends.
Is Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More family friendly?
Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More accommodates families — Google visitors note facilities for children, and the casual atmosphere suits all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porta 38 - Wine, Food & More
Yes. The space is intimate and welcoming to solo diners, with attentive staff and a bar setup that invites single guests to linger over wine or coffee. It's listed as popular for eating alone.
Curated and substantial. Customers praise it as 'the best wine and sparkling selection in Guimarães'. You can buy by the glass or bottle, and many take bottles home. Sangria is a signature drink.
Yes. The menu emphasises shareable small plates—queijo boards, alheira croquettes, moelas—alongside main dishes like prego no pão and burgers. Portions are small to medium, ideal for sharing or light dining.
Absolutely. Groups are a core audience. The menu is built for sharing, staff is attentive to group dynamics, and the casual, cosy atmosphere suits celebrations and casual gatherings alike.
Prego no pão (steak sandwich) and homemade burgers are customer favourites. Desserts are homemade and praised for quality. Sangria is a signature. Queijo boards and alheira croquettes are popular shareable bites.
Yes. Reservations are accepted. Given its popularity with groups and tourists, booking ahead is recommended, especially for dinner service.
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