Capa na Baixa

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Traditional Portuguese food in downtown Porto

At Capa na Baixa, Portuguese cooking includes francesinha, beef rissóis, cod dishes and charcoal-grilled meats. The restaurant is at Praça de Dom João I 175 and also offers vegetarian options and dishes for different tastes.

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Updated 9 October 2026

Traditional Portuguese food in downtown Porto — Capa na Baixa

Start with something to share

Beef rissóis are part of the Capa Negra tradition and can begin your meal. Browse the starters and choose according to your appetite and main course. If you have allergies or dietary requirements, ask our team about ingredients before ordering.

Francesinha and other house dishes

Francesinha is one of the restaurant’s specialities, with a choice of sauce. If you prefer fish or meat, look at the cod dishes and charcoal-grilled meat section. The current menu lets you compare options and prices rather than relying on a general recommendation.

One table, different tastes

Families, friends and colleagues can choose different dishes. The menu includes vegetarian options and a children’s menu. Tell our team about everyone’s requirements when booking; suitability for a specific dietary restriction needs to be confirmed.

A downtown restaurant with family roots

The Capa Negra tradition began in Campo Alegre in 1972. Capa na Baixa opened in 2016 on Praça de Dom João I, beside Teatro Rivoli. Read the menu, check opening hours and book your visit. For a group meal, ask the team for a proposal.

A guide by the Capa na Baixa team. Check the current menu for prices, dish ingredients and available drinks. View menu and prices.

Why Porto chooses Capa na Baixa

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More than 3,500 public customer reviews.

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Award-winning rissóis

Winners of Time Out Porto's blind tasting; over 1,500 served on a single Saturday.

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Since 1972

Capa Negra family tradition from Campo Alegre, carried on downtown since 2016.

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Indoor garden

Dining room, terrace and indoor garden with over 120 seats, next to Teatro Rivoli.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the restaurant only serve francesinha?

No. The menu includes Portuguese dishes, fish, charcoal-grilled meats and other options.

Are there vegetarian and children’s options?

Yes. Check the vegetarian options and children’s menu, and confirm specific needs with our team.

Is Capa na Baixa the same restaurant as Capa Negra II?

They are distinct restaurants connected by the Fontes family. Capa Negra II began in Campo Alegre in 1972; Capa na Baixa opened in 2016 in Praça de Dom João I.

Plan your visit

Address
Praça de Dom João I 175
4000-425 Porto · Portugal
Contact
+351 223 321 020
capanabaixa@gmail.com
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 12:00–15:00 and 19:00–23:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–15:00 and 19:00–00:00 · Closed Sunday

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Capa na Baixa opened in 2016. The Capa Negra family tradition began in 1972 in Campo Alegre.

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