ContramaréAfurada is a restaurante in Afurada, Porto. Rated 4.5 stars from 760 Google reviews. Known for location, location, location and popular and well-rated. Best for casual seafood lunch and dinner with a view.

ContramaréAfurada

ContramaréAfurada

Restaurante
4.5(760 reviews)
Portugal
Back to Afurada

Quick Verdict

A solid Portuguese restaurant in a prime waterfront location.

Book if...

Book if you want a dependable seafood meal with a view in Afurada.

Skip if...

Skip if you're after cutting-edge cuisine or a quiet, intimate dining experience.

Best for:
Casual seafood lunchDinner with a viewGroup outingCelebrating a special occasion

About ContramaréAfurada

ContramaréAfurada is a Portuguese restaurant located in Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, right on PCT de S. Pedro 31. It gets pretty solid reviews, averaging about 4.5 stars from over 760 reviews, so folks generally seem to dig it. Looking at the photos online (there are over 900!), you can expect a clean, modern-ish interior, but let's be honest, you're probably going for the location. The restaurant sits right by the water. They are open every day, with afternoon and evening services. Note that there's a gap between lunch and dinner. The restaurant could be a bit noisy, especially when it's packed, but it gets busy. It's a popular spot, and for good reason. It offers a dependable, if not particularly inventive, dining experience.

Honest Assessment

Strengths

Location, Location, Location

Waterfront location in Afurada, as evidenced by the address and photos.

Popular and Well-Rated

4.5-star rating from over 760 reviews suggests consistent quality.

Consistent Hours

Open every day with both lunch and dinner services (with a midday break).

Considerations

Potential for Crowds

Popularity may lead to a noisy and crowded environment, especially during peak hours.

No Specific Unique Selling Point

While solid, it doesn't appear to have any truly unique or standout features compared to other seafood restaurants in the area.

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Signature Dishes

Must Try

Arroz de Marisco

28

Classic seafood rice dish, plenty of seafood.

Cataplana

35

Seafood stew cooked in a copper pot.

Grilled Sardines

12

Simple, fresh, and seasonal.

Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.

Practical Information

Contact

PCT de S. Pedro 31, 4400-584 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

+351 932 504 738

Frequently Asked Questions about ContramaréAfurada

They are open every day. Lunch from 12:00 to 15:30 and dinner from 19:00 to 22:00.

The address is PCT de S. Pedro 31, 4400-584 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, right in Afurada.

It's a Portuguese restaurant specializing in seafood.

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