Za In Porto is a restaurante in Cedofeita, Porto. Rated 4.9 stars from 872 Google reviews. Known for seafood that tastes like it was caught yesterday and wine list that embarrasses restaurants charging twice as much. Best for date night and solo dining. Ranked #8 of 9 in Cedofeita.
Rankings updated April 2026
ZA IN PORTO
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Quick Verdict
Locals and repeat visitors return because the food tastes better than the price suggests, and Emmanuel's attention to detail makes you feel looked after without fuss. In a city where waterfront restaurants charge triple for the same catch, this is where Porto eats when it's not performing for tourists.
Book if you want to eat the way locals do—proper food, reasonable prices, and genuine hospitality from someone who's in the kitchen.
About ZA IN PORTO
ZA IN PORTO is a small, owner-run restaurant in Cedofeita where Emmanuel cooks and greets every table. The kitchen's open, so you watch the prep—particularly the crème brûlées, which reviewers mention specifically. The menu shifts, but octopus rice, seafood pasta, and beef skewers appear consistently across reviews. It's casual and warm, packed by dinner with a mix of locals and travellers who've found their way here. The wine list punches above its weight: house white wine by the glass costs almost nothing, and Emmanuel's own sparkling green wine (made in-house) arrives without fanfare but with serious fruit. Sangria gets more praise than most restaurants manage in a year. The plating's simple, the portions generous—octopus rice feeds two, beef skewers come with roasted vegetables that reviewers single out as exceptional. This isn't fine dining theatre. It's someone who cares about the food, remembers your table, and doesn't overcharge for any of it.
What Stands Out
Seafood that tastes like it was caught yesterday
Reviewers praise the octopus rice as 'enough for two' and the seafood pasta for having 'shellfish that's plump and flavourful.' One reviewer noted the pasta is 'nicer than some I ate in Italy.' Multiple reviews single out the octopus specifically as the standout dish.
Wine list that embarrasses restaurants charging twice as much
House white wine by the glass is described as having 'very fair pricing.' The sparkling green wine (made by Emmanuel) appears in nearly every review—'refreshing with generous fruit,' 'sparkling sangria is the best we've had across Barcelona, Granada, Seville, Lisbon, and Porto.' Reviewers consistently mention wine as a highlight.
Emmanuel's personal attention without pretension
Reviewers describe him as 'shy but thoughtful and kind,' 'takes great personal care of each table,' 'very warm and kind,' and 'flexible'—he'll do half portions if you ask. One review notes he offers wine tastings before you order. The consistency of praise for service across 15 reviews is unusual.
What Customers Say
Exceptional flavours and a warm, comfortable atmosphere turned our meal into a genuinely joyful experience.
배가 많이 안 고픈데 세개 먹고싶다하니 문어밥 뽈뽀는 하프메뉴로 해주셨습니다 ..♥ 메뉴판엔 없었지만 사장님께 말씀드리면 메뉴에 따라 하프도 가능한 것 같기도 해요 융통성 짱..
대구가 질려서 농어구이 시켰는데, 공기밥이 생각나는 푸짐한 맛이에요 ㅋㅋ 같이 나온 브로콜리랑 나물이랑 감자도 맛있습니다.
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Practical Information
Contact
R. da Boavista 21, 4050-107 Porto, Portugal
+351 916 800 140Frequently Asked Questions about ZA IN PORTO
Yes. Lunch reservations are recommended, dinner reservations essential. The restaurant accepts bookings but doesn't answer calls—WhatsApp is the way in. One reviewer arrived 10 minutes before opening on a weekday and got the first table; weekends fill faster.
Octopus rice (feeds two), seafood pasta, and beef skewers are the dishes reviewers mention most. The broccoli and potatoes that come with mains are worth noting—one reviewer called it the best broccoli she'd eaten. Ask Emmanuel what's fresh that day; he'll steer you right.
Moderate for what you get. Reviewers describe it as 'a ray of light in Porto's wicked dining prices' and note the value is exceptional compared to waterfront restaurants. House white wine by the glass is cheap. Expect to pay more than a tasca, less than anywhere with a view.
Small, cosy, casual. Google attributes list it as welcoming, popular, and quiet—which matches reviews describing it as 'intimate' and 'comfortable.' It's not loud or flashy. By 8pm on weekends, it's full; arrive early or book.
Yes, but some dishes (particularly the octopus rice and seafood pasta) come salted to Portuguese taste. One reviewer asked for less salt and still found it slightly high; if you're salt-sensitive, mention it when you order, and Emmanuel will adjust where he can.
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