Bota & Bira
Discover a top-rated Porto restaurant with 4.8 stars. Savor expertly prepared steaks and fine wines in a cozy atmosphere. Reserve your table today!
Small, intimate eatery offering Portuguese & Mediterranean tapas plus steaks alongside wine.
About Bota & Bira
This charming Porto establishment, consistently earning a remarkable 4.8 out of 5 stars, offers a delightful dining experience. Patrons consistently praise the exceptional preparation of their steaks, noting the quality of cuts and the perfect seasoning. The cozy and warm atmosphere provides a welcoming setting, complemented by what many describe as perfect service. With a $$ price range, it's a favored spot for those seeking a memorable meal. The menu features well-executed dishes, often starting with a simple yet impressive couvert, and a selection of red wines that pair beautifully with their specialties. It's a place where quality ingredients and attentive hospitality come together.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Intimate/Solo)
Better suited for couples or solo dining. More intimate setting.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Bota &
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Absolutely fabulous restaurant that excels at steak preparation . I started with the couvert, simple but great, for my main I ordered the sirloin steak for one with sweet potato’s . I had two glasses of red wine and before I left I had an espresso . The steak was perfectly prepared and seasoned and quite delicious , please be advised sirloin is a very tasty cut but slightly tougher than other steaks know your steak before you order. The restaurant was cozy and warm and the service was perfect. This place is a must during your visit to Porto. Highly recommend making a reservation before going. We did not have reservations but luckily were able to get a table because we showed up right before opening and we told them we would be done by 7pm, however they never rushed us out of there and the service and food was the best we had in Porto! Such an incredible experience. Highly recommend their steaks and octopus and the red wine selections! Phenomenal service and staff!!!! We came here for a very long lunch! The food was fabulous and service was second to none! Amazing! We all shared the tapas and then we shared the steak for 2 (amongst 4!) plus some sides and had leftovers! Ask for some Porto Grapa, it won’t disappoint!
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Recent Reviews
Joseph P.
November 16, 2025
Absolutely fabulous restaurant that excels at steak preparation . I started with the couvert, simple but great, for my main I ordered the sirloin steak for one with sweet potato’s . I had two glasses of red wine and before I left I had an espresso . The steak was perfectly prepared and seasoned and quite delicious , please be advised sirloin is a very tasty cut but slightly tougher than other steaks know your steak before you order. The restaurant was cozy and warm and the service was perfect.
Lalo F.
September 24, 2025
This place is a must during your visit to Porto. Highly recommend making a reservation before going. We did not have reservations but luckily were able to get a table because we showed up right before opening and we told them we would be done by 7pm, however they never rushed us out of there and the service and food was the best we had in Porto! Such an incredible experience. Highly recommend their steaks and octopus and the red wine selections!
AC
July 9, 2025
Phenomenal service and staff!!!! We came here for a very long lunch! The food was fabulous and service was second to none! Amazing! We all shared the tapas and then we shared the steak for 2 (amongst 4!) plus some sides and had leftovers! Ask for some Porto Grapa, it won’t disappoint!
Paul A.
July 18, 2025
For us it was the best restaurant in town. Super nice service who gave us a lot of attention. Steak was great quality and the sauces are home made and fantastic. Ask for help discovering the right meat for you. We choose the 1.2 kg cowboy steak. Thanks for treating us so amazingly!
L B.
July 24, 2025
Very happy we left the Riverside and headed to Bota Bora, the service was phenomenal and the steak one of the best we've had (even our 3 year old agreed!) Great sangria, very reasonable price given the quality of the food. A great experience in Porto and highly recommend. We hope to be back when we are next in Porto and I'm sure our daughter will be happy to see her new friend (our server) again.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Bota & special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Reservations
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