Oven-roasted bacalhau à lagareiro with smashed potatoes and olive oil
✫  In the heart of Porto·Since 2017

Portuguese cooking,
the way it is at home.

Hake fillets with feijão rice, our signature sirloin steak, tripas à moda do Porto and oven-roasted veal. Everything as it should be. Everything made the old-fashioned way! Come hungry.

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Tue–Sat 12–3pm, 7–10pm · Sun 12–3pm R. do Campinho, 13–15, Porto 919 927 431
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House specials

What we’re cooking today, slowly.

Grilled sardine cutlets with soupy red-bean rice
The old-school way

Sardine cutlets with red-bean rice

Simple, savoury, packed with the flavour of old-fashioned cooking.

House sirloin steak with gravy, fries and grelos
Mr. Zé’s recipe

Bife da vazia à Senhor Zé

National sirloin, tender, with the house’s signature gravy — served with fries and sautéed grelos.

Tripas à moda do Porto with white beans and smoked sausage
A classic

Tripas à moda do Porto

With white beans, smoked sausage and everything it should have. Comfort, served on a plate.

Average per person: €15–20
The restaurant

They met in 1969.
Still at the same table.

José Canelas — from Arouca — started in the trade at 15, at the legendary Montenegro restaurant in Porto, known to everyone as A Mamuda. That’s where he met Maria da Soledade, the owner’s niece.

In 1980, the couple — with their colleague Fernanda — opened their first restaurant, where they spent almost 40 years and became known for their hake fillets with bean rice, hake head à Rosa do Adro and salt-cod fish cakes.

In 2017 they opened this house: the Senhor Zé. They brought the recipes with them. The essence is all here.

1969
In the trade
53
Years married
2017
Senhor Zé
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Portrait of José Canelas and Maria da Soledade
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“We brought those recipes here, to the Senhor Zé.”
— José Canelas & Maria da Soledade
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In the press · Visão Sete
“The essence is all there.
Just like Senhor Zé.”
Visão Sete · November 2017
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know

Traditional Portuguese food in central Porto. Here are answers to the most common questions about Senhor Zé.

About the restaurant

What is Senhor Zé?

Senhor Zé is a traditional Portuguese restaurant in central Porto, at Rua do Campinho 13–15. It serves classic Portuguese dishes in a relaxed, family atmosphere — for locals and visitors alike. It is a well-known and well-loved spot among the people of Porto.

What kind of food does Senhor Zé serve?

Traditional Portuguese food, with classic recipes cooked from fresh produce. Oven-roasted veal, hake fillets with red-bean rice and Porto-style tripe are just a few examples. The menu is built around timeless Portuguese flavours.

Is Senhor Zé a traditional Portuguese restaurant in Porto?

Yes. Senhor Zé is dedicated to traditional Portuguese cuisine, located at Rua do Campinho 13–15, 4000-151 Porto. The whole menu is built on typical Portuguese dishes.

Is it suitable for families, groups and tourists?

Yes. The atmosphere is warm and family-friendly — well suited to meals with children, gatherings of friends and visitors to the city. The restaurant also welcomes groups; in that case, booking ahead is recommended. Groups of up to 40 to 50 people are the usual limit.

Location and directions

Where is Senhor Zé?

At Rua do Campinho 13–15, 4000-151 Porto, in a central part of the city — right by Praça dos Poveiros and close to the Coliseu do Porto and Praça da Batalha. It is easy to reach.

How do I get to the restaurant?

We are in central Porto, with good access on foot and by public transport. Bolhão metro station is about a 6-minute walk away; São Bento station about 8 to 10 minutes. You can also use directions in Google Maps.

Is there parking near the restaurant?

Yes. There is a car park about 50 metres away, at Praça dos Poveiros, at an affordable price. There is also on-street public parking in the area, usually busy. Taxi and Uber are also widely used options.

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Bookings and contact

Do I need to book a table?

A booking is not required, but it is recommended — especially at weekends, on holidays and for groups. Booking secures a table at your preferred time and avoids waiting.

How can I book a table?

Two ways: through the booking form on the website, or by phone on 919 927 431 or 222 051 011. For groups, a phone call is best to settle the details.

Can I book through TheFork?

Yes. Senhor Zé is on TheFork, where you can check availability and book online. Alternatively, you can book by phone or through the website form, which is what we recommend.

What is the phone number for Senhor Zé?

919 927 431 (mobile) or 222 051 011 (landline). Use these for bookings, menu questions or to confirm opening hours.

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Menu and experience

What are the specialities at Senhor Zé?

Traditional Portuguese dishes, home-cooked. Favourites include bacalhau à lagareiro (oven cod), the Senhor Zé steak, Porto-style tripe and the classic hake fillets with red-bean rice or Russian salad.

Does the menu change during the week?

The menu is not entirely fixed — it varies with the best produce available — but most dishes stay the same throughout the week. To find out the dish of the day, call 919 927 431 or 222 051 011.

What is the average price per person?

Between €15 and €20 per person. The amount varies with the dishes and wines chosen. It is an affordable, fair price for the quality of the food.

Does the restaurant provide allergen information?

Yes. The team can advise on the allergens in each dish. If you have allergies, intolerances or other dietary needs, mention them when booking or ordering so we can help with your choice.

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