Sala141 is a tapas restaurant in Guimaraes Centro, Guimaraes. Rated 4.6 stars from 609 Google reviews. Known for everything made in-house and serious wine and beer selection. Best for dinner reservation and group dining.
Rankings updated April 2026
Sala141
Quick Verdict
Locals return every year. André's built something that works because he cares more about the meal than the turnover.
You want tapas that's been thought through, a wine list worth exploring, and an owner who'll talk to you about his city.
About Sala141
Sala 141 is a tapas restaurant run by André, who treats it like a conversation rather than a transaction. The kitchen makes everything in-house—shrimp tacos, tuna ceviche with mango, fresh figs with blue cheese, pintxos finger foods—and the menu shifts with what's available, so there's no online list to consult. The space is cosy and deliberately not packed with tables; you'll hear conversation, not noise. Dogs are welcome inside, which tells you something about the atmosphere. Reviewers from Porto drive back to eat here. Canadians on motorcycles became regulars after one dinner. The wine list is serious, the beer selection strong, and the owner works the room like he's got time for you. It's contemporary Portuguese food dressed as tapas, which means it's not your standard tasca, but it's not pretentious either—just made properly.
What Stands Out
Everything made in-house
Reviewers specifically praised 'shrimp tacos and tuna with mango ceviche and fresh figs with blue cheese. All made in house.' Another noted 'nicely presented food' with 'interesting flavours. Out of the usual Portuguese food.'
Serious wine and beer selection
One regular stated 'I always return here every year' and praised the 'fabulous wine list.' Another mentioned 'nice scotch selection' and 'local craft beer.' The venue attributes confirm 'Great beer selection' and 'Great wine list.'
The owner actually runs it
A motorcyclist couple noted André 'filled our cups and spent some time talking about Fado, music and his hometown tapas restaurant. Totally charming company.' Another reviewer praised 'friendly and attentive owner.' The venue is marked as 'Owner claimed: Yes.'
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Reservations
Reservations RecommendedContact
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions about Sala141
Wednesday to Friday, 6pm to 11pm. Saturday and Sunday, 12:30pm to 2:30pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Dinner reservations are recommended—the place fills up.
Yes. Dogs are allowed inside. Multiple reviewers mentioned their dogs were 'very welcome.'
No online menu exists. The kitchen makes dishes in-house—shrimp tacos, tuna ceviche, fresh figs with blue cheese, pintxos—and the selection changes. Reviewers mentioned ordering a 'tapas tasting menu,' so ask André what's available when you arrive or call ahead.
€€ (moderate). One reviewer noted 'not cheap but fresh, quality food.' Another praised the 'good relationship between quality and price.' Expect €40+ for a proper meal with wine.
Yes, NFC mobile payments accepted. One older review mentioned 'cash only,' but current venue attributes confirm card payments are now accepted.
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