Brasão Antas is a restaurant in Bonfim, Porto. Rated 4.7 stars from 1994 Google reviews. Known for francesinha that stops repeat visits becoming a problem and rooftop with actual views, not just a marketing angle. Best for date night and group dinner.
Rankings updated April 2026
Brasão Antas
Quick Verdict
Locals return because the francesinha's genuinely excellent, the staff cares, and the portions justify the bill. Not a secret, but it works.
You want proper Portuguese cooking (francesinha, bacalhau, croquetas) with rooftop seating and staff who won't rush you through your meal.
About Brasão Antas
Brasão Antas is a proper Portuguese restaurant on Avenida de Fernão de Magalhães in Bonfim, not a tourist-trap francesinha stand. The place has two floors — ground level for regular seating, rooftop with views of the tennis court for better weather. You'll find locals and travellers both, eating full meals at proper tables. The kitchen does francesinha (the Porto sandwich that's butter-fried bread, meat, and beer sauce), but also bacalhau prepared multiple ways, croquetas de camarão, rissóis de carne, and proper grilled steak. Service speaks English, Portuguese, French, and German — they're attentive without hovering. Portions are large enough that a main easily feeds 2-3 people. It's the kind of place where you come back, and people do: reviewers mention repeat visits, and 1,994 reviews at 4.7 stars suggests it's been doing this right for years. The rooftop matters on clear days — that's where you want to be.
What Stands Out
Francesinha that stops repeat visits becoming a problem
Multiple reviewers cite it as the best they've had in Portugal. One French visitor specifically recommended the shrimp croquetas and meat rissóis as 'marvellous'. Spanish visitor called it 'increible'. German reviewer: 'Mega Francesinha, muss man unbedingt probieren.' It's what the restaurant's known for, and the kitchen delivers.
Rooftop with actual views, not just a marketing angle
Reviewers specifically mention the rooftop as the best choice in good weather, with views of the tennis court. One noted the 'fantástico' atmosphere on the second floor. It changes the meal experience without being pretentious.
Staff that actually speaks to you
Described consistently as 'simpático', 'cordial', 'extremely nice and kind', 'polyglot', 'wonderful', and 'very attentive'. One reviewer praised a specific staff member (Lucas) by name. Service is exemplary without being evasive — they care about the experience, not the turnover.
What Customers Say
Uma espetacular Francesinha , já não a primeira vez que vou e nao será a ultima certamente.
Je recommande particulièrement les croquettes aux crevettes qui sont merveilleuses ainsi que les rissols à la viande.
And it was the best Francesinha that i have tried in Portugal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brasão Antas
It's the dish that brings people back. Reviewers call it the best they've had in Portugal — butter-fried bread, meat, beer sauce, the works. One visitor said they'd repeat it without hesitation ('já não a primeira vez que vou e nao será a ultima certamente'). It's worth ordering.
Yes, second floor with views of the tennis court. Reviewers specifically mention it as the best choice in good weather. Book the rooftop if the forecast's clear.
Large enough that a single main feeds 2-3 people, according to reviewers. Come hungry or plan to share.
Yes. Staff speak English, Portuguese, French, and German. Service is attentive and they won't make you feel rushed.
Bacalhau prepared multiple ways (one reviewer tried several preparations), shrimp croquetas (French visitor called them 'marvellous'), meat rissóis, and grilled steak all get specific praise. The kitchen does Portuguese cooking properly.
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