11 Best Bars In Porto
From secret speakeasies to open air lounges, these are the best Porto bars for a night you won’t forget.
A Local's Guide To The Best Bars In Porto
If you think Porto is only about Port wine, you’re missing out. This city knows how to do bars — from sleek cocktail lounges to laidback pubs and leafy open air hangouts. Whether you live here or you’re just in town for a few days, these are the bars in Porto that I’d tell a friend not to miss.
TL; DR: The Best Bars in Porto
- 🍸 The Royal Cocktail Club: If you want to feel a little fancy The Royal Cocktail Club is your spot. Perfect for a Friday night out when you want to start strong.
- 🥃 Apotecário Speakeasy: Hidden away and full of charm, this bar feels like you’ve stumbled onto a secret. The vibe is dark, cosy, and a little mysterious.
- ✨ Boho: Trendy and stylish- Boho is where Porto’s cool crowd goes. The cocktails are as pretty as they are tasty, and the atmosphere is perfect for a fun night with friends.
- 🍺 Catraio: This was one of Porto’s first craft beer bars, and it’s still one of the best. Great for a laidback night.
- 🍷 Curioso: Cosy cocktail bar near Palácio da Bolsa known for its creative, oriental-inspired drinks.
- 🍻 Bonaparte Downtown If you’re into classic pub vibes, this place is a gem. It feels a little like stepping into an old school European bar — in the best way.
- 🌳 Base: Basically a huge garden bar with a bar right in the centre of the city.
- 🪩 Bosco: Bosco feels like a secret garden. It’s perfect if you want a more lowkey outdoor spot with great cocktails.
- 🍹 Canti: Canti is a stylish, laid-back restaurant and bar in Porto’s Baixa. It’s the perfect place to unwind after a long week.
- 🎶 Embaixada: This place is artsy, eclectic, and always buzzing with interesting people. You might catch live music, a DJ set, or just a lively crowd chatting over drinks.
- 🥂 Amura: Good cocktails, good music, and a crowd that feels more local than touristy — exactly the kind of place I’d bring a friend
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🍸 The Royal Cocktail Club
If you’re in the mood for something a little swanky, The Royal Cocktail Club is where Porto’s cocktail scene really shines. Think dim lighting, velvet chairs, and bartenders who treat mixology like an art form.
The menu changes regularly, but it’s always packed with inventive, high end cocktails that feel luxurious without being intimidating.
Expect to spend around €10–12 per cocktail, but the experience (and the Instagram‑worthy presentation) makes it well worth it. Pro tip: it’s busiest on Fridays and Saturdays, so head there mid‑week if you want a more relaxed atmosphere.
🌳 BASE
On a sunny day in Porto, Base is the spot everyone gravitates towards. It’s essentially a giant open air bar tucked right behind the Clérigos Tower. Base offers a big grassy space where people sprawl out with drinks and enjoy the city’s energy. The bar itself serves up a mix of classics and lighter, summery options, so it’s perfect if you fancy something refreshing without overthinking it.
Drinks are reasonably priced (around €6–8), and while it does get busy, that’s part of the fun — you’ll always bump into someone interesting.
Bonus: being in the very heart of Porto makes it easy to wander off for dinner or carry on to another bar once the night picks up.
🪩 Bosco
Bosco feels like you’ve stumbled onto a hidden garden in the middle of the city. It’s smaller and more intimate than some of the other outdoor spots, which makes it ideal for a relaxed evening with friends or even a date.
The drinks are straightforward but well made, and the greenery all around gives it a lovely laid back vibe. If you like the idea of Base but want something a bit quieter and more low‑key, I highly recommend checking out Bosco.
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🥃 Apotecário Speakeasy
Tucked away behind an unmarked door, Apotecário feels like one of those “if you know, you know” places. The décor is moody and intimate, with shelves lined like an old apothecary — and the cocktails are every bit as creative as you’d hope. The menu changes often, but it’s always full of inventive flavours and unique twists that make it stand out. It never feels pretentious, though — the bartenders are chatty and happy to recommend something based on your mood.
✨ Boho Porto
If you’re after somewhere stylish and buzzing, Boho ticks all the boxes. The vibe is trendy without trying too hard — think modern décor, a lively soundtrack, and a crowd that’s a mix of locals and in‑the‑know travellers.
Drinks are creative and beautifully presented, and the space itself feels like it was designed for a great night out.
🍹Canti
Canti strikes a brilliant balance between lively and laid-back, making it the perfect place to unwind without feeling like you’re missing out on the city’s buzz. Its spacious terrace spills out into the Baixa district, giving you front row seats to Porto’s classic street scene. It’s a spot that welcomes both the casual drinker looking for a refreshing spritz and the cocktail aficionado hunting down something a little more inventive.
🍷 Curioso
Curioso is exactly what its name suggests — a cocktail bar made for the curious. Tucked away near the Palácio da Bolsa, it’s a cosy spot that mixes excellent hospitality with a playful, creative menu.
Their signature cocktails are like food in liquid form, often bringing in a touch of oriental inspiration, so you’ll always find something a bit different here.
It’s casual in all the right ways, while still delivering a drinking experience that feels special.
🥂 Amura
If you love a good rooftop, Amura should be on your list. It’s the kind of place where you grab a drink, sink into a chair, and watch the city light up as the sun goes down. The view is stunning and offers that that laid‑back Porto vibe. The cocktails are well crafted and reasonably priced, and the music sets the mood without stealing the show.
🍻 Bonaparte Downtown
For a proper pub‑style experience, Bonaparte Downtown is hard to beat. With dark wood interiors, old‑school charm, and a lively crowd, it’s got that timeless European bar feel. You’ll find a solid beer selection and a menu of reliable classics.
Perfect for when you want a good pint and good company without any fuss.
🎶 Embaixada
If you want something a bit more eclectic, Embaixada delivers. Housed in a quirky old building, it’s got a colourful, artsy vibe and a real mix of music — from live bands to DJs spinning into the early hours. It’s one of those places where you never quite know what to expect, and that’s part of the charm. Drinks are fairly priced, the crowd is friendly, and it’s the sort of spot that locals love but visitors rarely stumble into.
🍺 Catraio
Catraio was Porto’s first craft beer bar, and it’s still one of the best places in the city for anyone who prefers a pint to a cocktail. The line‑up on tap changes often, with everything from local Portuguese brews to international favourites, so there’s always something new to try. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly.
It’s a great spot to kick off a night out or settle in for a laid‑back evening with friends. Prices are fair for the quality, and if you’re unsure what to order, the staff are brilliant at recommending something based on what you usually drink.
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Ysabelle is the voice behind Oh My Porto, a blog that peels back the glossy pages of travel brochures to reveal the heartbeat of the city. Through Oh My Porto, Ysabelle shares everything you need to make your time in Portugal unforgettable, from cultural deep dives to travel tips you won’t get anywhere else.
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