Looking for the best breakfast spots in Porto? Besides being known for amazing restaurants, Porto also welcomes an increasingly number of new places to enjoy a delicious brunch or breakfast. Here’s our guide to the trendiest and best breakfast places in Porto, which are also popular among locals.
1. Hakko – Great place for breakfast in Porto
Hakko is located in the heart of Porto’s Cedofeita district and combines the charm of a bakery with a unique brunch spot’s flair. The passionate duo, Tiago and Caszmera, have opened this small bakery and brunch spot in 2022, where the focus lies on creating seasonal dishes by using fresh and local ingredients. Moreover, Hakko is famous for its amazing croissants and other fresh pastries.
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If you’re visiting Hakko, you definitely have to try the Turkish eggs and the unique brioche egg sandwich, or the special weekend dishes made with the freshest market finds. A highlight here is also the porridge, which is accompanied with fermented strawberries, basil and macadamia. Some of their breakfast creations are even gluten-free, but always have a look on the menu.
Due to its small size and limited seating, we recommend to come early in order to grab a table without a long wait. It’s 100% worth it!
2. Soma Café & Cozinha – New secret opening
Recently opened in 2024, Soma Café is a great place to enjoy a breakfast and start into the day. As this place also serves speciality coffee, you can do nothing wrong by trying out their coffee drinks. Besides that, Soma Café has delicious options for lunch, so you can count on this place at Rua Adolfo Casais Monteiro even in the middle of the day.
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Due to the fact that this place is quite new in Cedofeita, only a few people will now about it. Psssttt…
3. Protest Kitchen – Homemade brunch from around the world
Protest Kitchen can also be found in Cedofeita, which is Porto’s trendiest neighbourhood by the way. Here, the founders, Pedro, Andrey and Fanis, offer a menu with creative and homemade dishes since 2022, which are inspired by flavours from around the world.
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At Protest Kitchen, you’ll find everything from banana bread and cinnamon rolls to specialty coffees and unique brunch dishes like Greek gypsy eggs or syrniki. The breakfast highlight is definitely the syrniki dish, which are fried cottage cheese balls drenched in orange syrup and accompanied with yogurt and a mix of pistachios, walnuts and almonds. Simply fantastic and delicious!
Besides that, the focus of the trio lies on creating a space where food not only satisfies but also inspires. Therefore, each dish is representing a fusion of cultures. All these are reasons to check out this breakfast spot in Porto and try different dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
4. A Certain Café – Italian inspired plates
A Certain Café was founded by Agustina Fortunato and Matias Romano, an Argentinian couple with Italian roots. The café is located in Porto’s Bonfim area and is known for combining high-quality Portuguese ingredients with Italian flavours. Therefore, you can find innovative Italian inspired dishes such as Artichoke dishes with Stracciatella Cheese and Artichokes alla Romana and many more delicious snacks and sandwiches.
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Moreover, they serve breakfast and lunch in a spacious space that was once a car garage. The interior features a minimalist décor with some cobalt blue accents and second-hand furnishings. This creates an inviting atmosphere with a lot of natural light. So for us, it’s an absolute must-visit brunch spot to enjoy Italian-inspired dishes in a warm and welcoming setting!
Where to eat breakfast in Porto?
These four brunch and breakfast spots in Porto offer a unique culinary experience with classic and innovative dishes that also belongs to the locals’ favourites. With their commitment to quality by using seasonal, local ingredients you get the best tasting experience during your time in Porto.
If you are looking for a personal collection of our secret Porto travel tips, don’t forget to check out our Porto Travel Guide. In case, you visit Porto outside of the summer season, the Rainy Porto Travel Guide might also be interesting for you.
