It was in the distant year of 1912 that the centenary Livraria Académica, located at Rua Martires da Liberdade, opened its doors. Specializing in Portuguese-language authors, her wide selection covers a number of other important topics such as science, technical books and history.
With prices for various possibilities, the Livraria Académica is a landmark in the city, receiving for many decades, always with the knowledge only possible by years of experience, a legion of lovers of literature, who will be lost in this historic space and will find inevitably, among their vast offerings, some book that appeals to them, whether they are rarities or options at very inviting prices.
La Fontana is in the heart of traditional and bustling Cedofeita Street and features a typical Italian ristorante, opened by country-inspired owners who inspire its menu. With 100% genuine and traditional dishes, your menu brings a selection of dishes such as fresh pasta, lasagnas, carbonara, burrata and prosciutto, which will surely delight the customer. At La Fontana you will have the opportunity to taste the delicious delicacies that the cuisine of this Mediterranean country has to offer the world, through the hands of those who know Italian cuisine best.
If we talk about Pedro dos Frangos we obviously have to talk about chicken. However, this establishment is known for the chicken closed on a spit, roasted on a brazier, having been the first to coo kit like that in the city. It is also a restaurant known for its offer of traditional Portuguese dishes, namely, “cozido à portuguesa”, “tripas à Moda do Porto”, roasted lamb, “bacalhau à João do Grão”, “rancho”, among others. The origin of the establishment dates back to 1939 as a grazing house. On November 11th, 1961, Pedro da Silva founded the “Casa do Pedro”, a name he owes to its founder, Pedro da Silva. It was in 1978 that the “Casa do Pedro” became “Pedro dos Frangos”, the name by which it is known today.
Farmácia Borralho was acquired in 1979 by Dr. Maria da Conceição Borralho Rego Cabral and, since then, has been providing close care in the health area. In addition to the sale of prescription and manipulated drugs, Farmácia Borralho has evolved and, today, offers a wide variety of services such as body assessment, blood pressure determination, determination of biochemical parameters (blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, uric acid , etc.), vaccine administration or dermocosmetic advice. Its professionals are attentive and available to answer your questions with sympathy and knowledge.
L’Oréal Professionnel Alberto Marinho Hairdressing Salon offers a variety of customized solutions and the latest trends in haircuts, dyes and styling for those looking for a barber or hairdresser specializing in beauty and hair care.
From oxidation coloring to pro-keratin repair, qualified professionals at this establishment have the best professional products to help you achieve the perfect look for your hair.
In addition to hair solutions, Alberto Marinho salon offers its customers aesthetic services such as waxing, manicure and pedicure.
Typical and very old grocery store in Porto, Casa Chinesa, opened on December 18, 1938, is a specialized grocery store that works with selected products, being a must for those who follow natural and macrobiotic food, but not only. In addition to the specific products that are hard to find elsewhere, very characteristic of macrobiotic food, there are all kinds of high quality products such as pulses and nuts from various regions of the country. Casa Chinesa also allows its customers to purchase most of its products in bulk.
The workshop 110 Cores opened in 2004, when the Company J. P. da Conceição was celebrating 110 years of existence. The name comes as a tribute to its age. Throughout its existence, the atelier has given training and workshops, organised exhibitions, participated in events, established partnerships, promoted internships, helped clients and helped to hold projects. Visiting this space you can find the artists in their work environment. The pieces produced here stand out for their originality and creativity. It has a wide and differentiated offer, from figurines, popular saints and improbable cribs, artistic and decorative pieces (plates, bowls, masks, etc.) to tiles and personal accessories.
Busntech was founded in 2010 to provide as many services as possible to all its customers in the telecommunications sector, as well as to market all types of articles and devices for this sector. With a wide specialization in wholesale trade, and articles for professionals in the field, it also has an important aspect of retail trade. Busntech specializes in hardware and software interventions in various brands, sells new, used and used equipment, mobile phones, computers, tablets, etc., is an official Apple collection point, sells accessories, components and tools, plus offers the possibility of being able to make a credit.
At “Maria de Lourdes e Ana Maria” florist you will find a group of experienced and dedicated professionals, always available to make creative and original flower and plant arrangements for all circumstances and events. For example, if you want to offer a bunch of flowers to mark a special date or decorate your home for an event, “Maria de Lourdes e Ana Maria” is the place to go. In addition to the experience and friendliness of its professionals, this establishment offers a wide range of flowers and plants of all genres, colors and textures.
Casa Lima is a travel and leather goods retail trade company, founded in 1877 by Augusto Pereira de Lima.
Owned by the same family for five generations, this establishment started trading in canes and umbrellas. Its offer has been expanded and now extends to women’s wallets, men’s wallets, belts, suspenders, luggage, travel bags and other leather goods.
Reference of the city for many decades, it combines a varied and quality offer, strong criteria when selecting the products it markets, to a personalized and careful customer service.
Óculos para todos stands out in the optics sector for its Smart Cost concept, offering to sell consumers quality and certified optical products and services at fair prices with a team of qualified professionals to assist them.
It has the ability to manufacture prescription glasses in less than 30 minutes and state-of-the-art progressive glasses in 10 business days.
It also sells contact lenses, aseptics and complementary visual health products at attractive prices and for all wallets.
Performs optometry consultations, in a registered office and authorized by the ERS.
Startilusion was founded in 2012 by three friends with an extensive experience in electronics and computing. Its mission is based on offering consumers technological and innovative products, as well as providing services in the field of surveillance, alarms and IT. They have a variety of products with the aim of satisfying the needs of consumers, offering a specialised and quality service in the various sales areas. Computer articles, alarm installation, surveillance cameras, electronic products and new technologies are some of the articles available, as well as repairing articles such as PC, laptop, printers, Playstations, among others.
