Casa dos Presuntos "Xico" is a restaurante in Bonfim, Porto. Rated 4.6 stars from 1331 Google reviews. Known for presunto sandwiches and wine list & house selections. Best for quick lunch and solo dining. Price range: 5 - 10 €.
Casa dos Presuntos "Xico"
Across 1,328 Google reviews, 93% gave four or five stars.
Quick Verdict
Iconic neighbourhood tasca with the best presunto sandwiches in Porto—tiny, no-frills, unforgettable, and criminally cheap.
You want an authentic Porto experience: legendary ham sandwiches, house wine, and the soul of the city in one standing-room bar.
About Casa dos Presuntos "Xico"
Casa dos Presuntos "Xico" is a legendary tasca—a traditional Portuguese tavern—where the presunto sandwich is not just food but a rite of passage. Locals and travellers alike queue at the bar counter for sandwiches loaded with house-smoked ham and creamy Serra cheese, paired with the restaurant's excellent house wine or vinho verde. The space is tiny and deliberately simple: no pretence, no frills, just honest cooking at prices that feel stolen (€2.70 for a presunto sandwich). The kitchen excels at traditional petiscos—bacalhau balls, tripas, papas de sarrabulho—and the coffee is excellent. Service is efficient and warm, with owner "Xico" himself known for genuine kindness. The atmosphere is aconchegante (cosy) despite the cramped quarters, drawing a mix of neighbourhood regulars and international visitors who've discovered this 6th-ranked spot in Bonfim. Cash only, standing room, no seats—but the experience is unmissable.
Casa dos Presuntos "Xico" 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
Presunto sandwiches
Multiple reviewers call them 'the best in Porto' and 'presunto with sandwich' rather than sandwich with presunto—loaded, generous, and at €2.70 each.
Wine list & house selections
Reviewers praise 'bom vinho', 'house chilled red is banging', and 'vinho verde at a great price'—grounded in GBP highlight 'Ótima carta de vinhos'.
Authentic local atmosphere & value
Described as 'tasca à moda antiga', 'genuína experiência', and 'melhor relação oferta/qualidade/preço do Porto'—tiny, standing-only, cash-only, but unmissably authentic.
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google, in the language they were written
“Bom vinho, bom presunto, bom queijo da Serra, boa comida, optimo para peftiscos”
“Relação oferta/qualidade/preço do melhor que se encontra no Porto.”
“Bons produtos e staff simpático.. as instalações é que precisam de uma reforma”Practical Information
Opening Hours
Contact
Rua do Heroísmo 191, 4300-258 Porto
22 537 0514Common Questions
How consistently good is Casa dos Presuntos "Xico"?
Across 1,328 Google reviews, 93% of visitors gave four or five stars — placing Casa dos Presuntos "Xico" among Bonfim's most reliably rated restaurantes.
Frequently Asked Questions about Casa dos Presuntos "Xico"
Perfect. Standing-room counter service, sandwiches ready in minutes, and prices under €3. Popular for lunch and ideal if you're in a hurry.
No seats—it's standing-room only at the bar counter. But you can order petiscos, sandwiches, and wine. The experience is part of the charm.
Cash only. Plan accordingly. It's part of the traditional tasca experience.
Presunto is Portuguese cured ham, similar to Parma ham. Casa dos Presuntos uses house-smoked presunto in their sandwiches—generous, flavourful, and the house speciality.
Yes. Popular for solo dining. You stand at the bar, order, and eat surrounded by locals and fellow travellers—very social and welcoming.
The presunto sandwich is non-negotiable. Pair it with house red wine or vinho verde. Try petiscos like bacalhau balls or tripas if you're staying longer.
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