HopTrip Craft Beer Shop is a cocktail bar in Matosinhos, Porto. Rated 4.8 stars from 1185 Google reviews. Known for rare & diverse beer selection and knowledgeable, welcoming staff. Best for craft beer enthusiasts and groups of friends. Price range: 5 - 15 €.
Rankings updated August 2026
HopTrip Craft Beer Shop
| Rating | 4.8★ |
| Reviews | 1,185 |
| Best for | Craft beer enthusiasts |
Quick Verdict
A serious craft beer destination with genuine warmth, rare pours, and honest food—worth the metro ride from Porto.
You want to explore rare European craft beers in a warm, unpretentious setting with knowledgeable staff and good small plates.
About HopTrip Craft Beer Shop
HopTrip Craft Beer Shop is a neighbourhood craft beer institution in Matosinhos, where a curated selection of beers from Portugal, Spain, and across Europe meets genuine hospitality. The bar stocks rare and distinctive pours—hoppy, hazy, and diverse in style—alongside thoughtful small plates: bolinha de queijo, jalapeños with cheddar, padrón peppers, and chicken hearts. Reviewers consistently praise the knowledgeable, welcoming staff who guide beer selection with care, the clean and cosy atmosphere, and the pet-friendly ethos (regulars note the two friendly dogs). At 5–15€, it's positioned as an accessible entry point to serious craft beer culture. Located near the beach and accessible by metro from Porto (20 minutes), it has become a six-year favourite for locals and visitors alike, reliably packed and animated, especially around festival season.
What Stands Out
Rare & diverse beer selection
Reviewers highlight 'bunch of craft breweries from multiple countries, some rare stuff' and 'one of the best taplists I've seen in Portugal,' with styles leaning hoppy and hazy.
Knowledgeable, welcoming staff
Multiple reviews praise staff as 'very helpful with beer selection,' 'impeccable service,' and 'simpáticos'—English-speaking and patient with both enthusiasts and newcomers.
Pet-friendly neighbourhood hub
Regulars note the two friendly dogs on-site and describe it as a six-year favourite that's 'always full and animated,' with a cosy, well-decorated atmosphere perfect for groups.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HopTrip Craft Beer Shop
Yes. Staff are described as 'very helpful with beer selection' and 'knowledgeable,' guiding newcomers through the range. The welcoming atmosphere and affordable price point (5–15€) make it an ideal entry point.
Absolutely. The bar is pet-friendly and has two friendly resident dogs. Reviewers specifically highlight this as a draw, with one noting 'Dogs 10/10.'
There's food. Small plates include bolinha de queijo, jalapeños with cheddar, padrón peppers, and chicken hearts. Reviewers praise both the beer and the 'delicious' accompanying snacks.
Metro takes about 20 minutes from Porto to Matosinhos. The bar is near the beach and easily accessible by public transport, making it worth the short journey.
Cosy, animated, and welcoming. Reviewers describe it as 'super aconchegante' (very cosy) and 'well-decorated,' always busy but never unwelcoming—ideal for friends or solo visitors.
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