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Rui Paula DOP

Palacio das Artes Largo de S. Domingos, 18, Porto, Portugal
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Ranked #13 of 382 restaurants in Porto
Cuisines: European
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Belgium
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91 reviews 91 reviews
62 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Two menus plus à la carte. We opted for the 'Sea' menu.and were not disappointed. Every dish a sensation of tastes, and good wines to accompany them. Excellent service. This restaurant is michelin-star quality.

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Aveiro
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I have the best meals of my life at this restaurant. Yes, it is expensive. But there is no way you'll get this kind of food anywhere else cheaper than here. Anyone should try this sort of meals, at least once in a lifetime. Perfectly cooked food, spotted on seasonings, top quality ingredients and awesome presentation! The only problem is... More

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New York, NY
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146 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 91 cities Reviews in 91 cities
223 helpful votes 223 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had a great dinner here. The food was delicious - a modern twist on many Portugese classics. The suckling pig dish was fantastic! Don't miss the grilled Portugese sandwich to start. The setting is polished and modern. Service is very professional - on par with many Michelin one star restaurants. Wine list is huge although pricier than other places... More

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Chicago
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64 reviews 64 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
100 helpful votes 100 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Perfect Restaurant for a special night out, DOP has top notch service, an excellent wine list and menu. The atmosphere is sleek and has seating on two levels. Top dishes were the suckling pig and local sandwich starter, with the shrimp starter being less successful and overpriced for the portion provided. Complimentary deserts top off a relaxing dining experience.

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Los Angeles, California, Usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

The food and service were absolutely outstanding. I also recommend Rui Paula's other restaurant, Doc, located by the Douro River.

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Galway, Ireland
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

When asking for a special restaurant for dinner in Porto, Sheraton reception recommended DOP. And we are glad we follow the advice, right in the center of the target! Peaceful and lightly room, professional yet warm service and top class food. The sea menu was our choice and it is simply delightful, don't miss the sommelier recommendation it is an... More

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Allschwil, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

What a great experience! Frankly speaking, this restaurant is cheap, if you factor in that it is so mich better than everything else you might (!!!) experience in it's price-leage. The Douro Menue and the sommelier's recommendations is spot-on for an orgy, no, a revelation of the senses. Tickle your taste-buds and treat yourself to an experience that will outlast... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We went to this restaurant during our vacation in Portugal and it was a very nice experience. It is situated in a lovely building. We felt by welcome and the staff was very nice to us. We had a tasting menu with matching wines. The food came in small portions and was well presented by the staff. We liked all... More

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Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

slow service, high prices, short food. this restaurant is based on the name of the owner, but is not up to the expectations.

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London
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We went to this restaurant for my husband's birthday dinner and had one of the tasting menus (fish + meat). It was not cheap, but it was fantastic. A series of small courses, each one beautifully presented and "explained" by very professional staff. The food is very imaginative with fantastic flavours and a variety of Portugese produce. Worth a visit... More

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