O Ernesto is a restaurant that has been in existence since 1938 and specializes in traditional Portuguese food. The name of the restaurant originated in 1968 when Ernesto Pereira, the father of the current owner, buys the place and calls it “The Ernesto”. In 1990, Reinaldo Pereira, his son, became the owner of this same restaurant. After the completion of works and deep remodeling, the space known today is reborn, where the modern decoration blends with the rustic architecture of the building. Portuguese cuisine remains the strong point of this emblematic restaurant in the city, with a varied menu for all tastes, from starters to dessert.
Moinho do Lanço is a cafeteria and restaurant, with a cosy and familiar atmosphere, a decoration that mixes rustic and contemporary, with a covered terrace, all the elements that the establishment offers so that, as mentioned by the others, “you feel at home”. The offer is varied and homely. There are hot chocolate, homemade cakes, toast, natural juices, rustic bread sandwiches, dogs, hamburgers, omelettes, typically Portuguese snacks, various versions of the famous Francesinha (a sandwich from the city of Porto, consisting of sausage, fresh sausage, ham, cold meats and beef steak, covered with cheese later melted; it is garnished with a tomato, beer and piri-piri sauce and can be served with French fries as a side dish), in puff pastry or ‘bolo do caco’ (made with wheat flour, yeast, water and salt; with these ingredients a dough is made; wafers are formed about 3 cm thick and at least a palm diameter; traditional baking is done on a basalt stone, properly heated for the purpose, until a hot temperature is reached. It is commonly used to make sandwiches based on the ‘bolo do caco’ and various fillings such as beefsteak, ham, swordfish, octopus, among others), pizzas, and daily dishes, made based on traditional Portuguese cuisine, served on menus with competitive prices. It has take-away service.
ARQ.COM was founded in March 2003, articulating an architecture, design, furniture and objects store, a themed bookstore, an art gallery and a training space.
The services and products sold are aimed at the most demanding market segment and used to not leave the elaboration of their projects to chance.
ARQ.COM collaborates and supports exhibitions in the areas of arts and design, having organized and participated in terms of logistics in some events.
Its store offers products from a variety of brands, some of them international, in the sector.
This space is serviced only by prior appointment.
Barbearia Passos Manuel has been around since 1938. Located on the ground floor of the Passos Manuel Garage, it passes almost unnoticed. Its space is bright, warm and genuine, with three barber chairs, cushioned wood walls and restored skylight. In addition to being able to benefit from the expertise and experience of your barbers, you can buy shaving products or have a drink while you wait your turn and listen to the songs in your handpicked playlist. There is a bet on a broad operation and a relationship with the Porto musical circuit, since since 2019 the Barbearia Passos Manuel shares management with its neighbor, the emblematic cultural space Maus Hábitos.
Fernandes Mattos & CA, with doors open to the general public since 1886, is a historic fabric store in the heart of downtown Porto.
Since its foundation it is a family business, keeping its original design, with “belle époque” columns and panoramic view that extends from the Praça dos Leões (square) to Torre dos Clérigos (tower) and Praça da Liberdade (square).
On Fernandes Mattos & CA traditional and unique wooden tables, you will find hundreds of pieces and objects, such as toys, clothing and decoration, which will surely delight and fill your imagination.
In operation since 1943, Casa São Miguel is a grocery store with establishment located in the roundabout area of Boavista.
Over these 70 years of activity, this house has been dedicated, through a personalized service, to meet the needs of its customers regarding fresh fruits, wines, cold cuts and groceries, with special emphasis on selected regional products. , of typically Portuguese origin.
Casa São Miguel also offers, at specific times such as Christmas, Easter and St. John, products that are characteristic of these phases of the year, adapting to the demand of those who visit.
Created in 1898, Armazéns Cunhas is housed in a magnificent Art Deco building by Architect Manuel Marques and his associates Amoroso Lopes and Coelho Freitas. It results from the combination of three 19th century buildings in a single Art Deco façade. It is easily recognized by the open feather peacock on the building’s facade. Armazéns Cunhas specialize in household items such as bedspreads, tablecloths, bed and bath sets and blankets, men’s and women’s interiors. They also offer a wide range of white coats, maid’s coats and school coats. The furniture is original making the visit to this store an extraordinary trip to the past.
GMS Store was founded in 2011. Since its foundation it has developed its activity in the markets of information technology (Mac), consumer electronics (iPod, iPad iPhone and Apple Watch), complementary products to the Apple platform and also technical assistance. More recently, in June 2018, GMS Store extended its expertise and was represented by Bang & Olufsen in Portugal. GMS Store is an Apple Premium Reseller with national coverage, with 8 points of sale to the public – 5 in the Greater Lisbon, 1 in the Algarve, 1 in Braga and the most recent in Porto. They sell the full range of Apple products as well as a wide range of accessories for Mac, iPod, iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch.
There is a connection between Portugal and Thailand: for over 500 years the Portuguese established contact with the Thai and introduced elements of the local cuisine. In the Thailander restaurant there is now the opposite direction, the offer of authentic Thai cuisine in downtown Porto. The menu is based on the offer of typical Thai dishes, from Pad Thai, a dish of rice noodles sautéed in egg and a traditional sauce, spring rolls, strong flavoured soups, such as Tom Yum, a rich shrimp broth with citrus flavours from kaffir lime and lemon grass, with a spicy touch, or Tom Kha, a coconut broth with mushrooms, galangal and the aromas of coriander and lemon grass, to typical curry dishes, among others.
House founded in 1976 and emblematic space of Avenida da Boavista, San Remo is a pleasant space. You are always welcome whether you decide to meet friends, have a leisurely cup of coffee or beverage or have a meal, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can benefit from the outdoor space, which is particularly cozy in good weather. Our traditional cuisine, specialized in traditional Portuguese food, offers options for all tastes, such as Braga-style cod, Portuguese-style stew, veal stew or francesinha. You can even complement your meal with ice cream or homemade pie. For those interested, it has a separate smoking area.
In Pronto-a-vestir Fernanda Barros Guedes you can find various options for all occasions and seasons. From the most contemporary fashion to the vintage and classic style, from casual to formal style, you will always find in this ready-to-wear something that feels good and fits your mood. In addition to the quality of clothing and brands available, both nationally and internationally manufactured, this establishment stands out for the warm and personalized service, essential to find the best choice according to customer tastes and needs.
A pérola do Bolhão is one of the gems of the traditional trade of Porto. Founded in 1917, it has been serving the people of Porto and the world for over 100 years and is distinguished by specialization in regional products. Here you will be able to satisfy your needs of cheeses, hams, jams, sausages, olive oils, port wine and dried fruits, always with the quality guaranteed by the centenary experience of this house. Pérola do Bolhão façade attracts a number of onlookers, with its Art Nouveau tile panels depicting indigenous women, alluding to the exoticism of the distant places from which the products sold at this establishment were brought.
