Historic Portuguese Restaurant in the Heart of Porto, since 1894
1894
Founded in Porto
Over 130 years of history and tradition
Fado
Live Fado
Every night at dinner
Porto
Heart of the City
Ribeira · Historic Forrester Building
Restaurant
Portuguese Cuisine
A unique experience!
The RC Restaurant
RC – Restaurante is a historic Porto restaurant founded in 1894 by Manuel Recarey Antelo, set within the Forrester Building on Rua do Infante Dom Henrique, in Ribeira.
It preserves its original Art Nouveau décor and architecture — one of the best-kept examples in Portugal — within Porto's Historic Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We serve contemporary traditional Portuguese cuisine, with fresh fish daily, seafood, select meats and an exceptional wine list, accompanied by live Fado every night at dinner.
An authentic Portuguese experience in Porto
Traditional Lunch
Dinner with Fado
Wine List
Groups & Events
A unique experience!
130 years of Portuguese cuisine in Porto's Ribeira
Since 1894, RC – Restaurante has occupied the historic Forrester Building — former residence of Baron Forrester, a central figure in bringing Port wine to the world.
We are located at Rua do Infante Dom Henrique, 77, Porto, just steps from Cais da Ribeira, the Dom Luís Bridge and São Bento Station, within the UNESCO-classified Historic Centre.
Experiência ótima; o local é muito agradável e acolhedor. A comida estava deliciosa e o atendimento era de alto nível.
David Frias
Via Google
Acolhedor e amigável, Com boa comida e bom ambiente atento ao cliente. Ementa variada e boa carta de vinhos.
Grabbitster
Via tripadvisor
Experiência absolutamente memorável. O serviço foi fantástico e irrepreensível, enriquecido por fado ao vivo de enorme qualidade.
Fábio Nova
Via Google
Show de fado impecável. Uma apresentação sem igual. Não queria ir, mas depois queria ir todo dia. Que obra prima.
Sariza Caetano
via google
faq
Frequently asked questions about RC Restaurante
Where is RC – Restaurante located in Porto?
RC is located at Rua do Infante Dom Henrique, 77, 4050-297 Porto, in Ribeira, within the Historic Centre — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just a few minutes' walk from Cais da Ribeira, the Dom Luís Bridge and São Bento Station.
In what year was RC – Restaurante founded?
Does RC have live Fado?
What are RC's opening hours?
Does RC accept group reservations?
Yes. We welcome groups for lunch, dinner, private events and celebrations, with the option of opening outside regular hours by appointment. We ask that you contact us in advance so we can prepare the best possible experience.
What is RC's cuisine?
Contemporary traditional Portuguese cuisine — meats, seafood and fresh fish daily, with an exceptional wine list. Signature dishes include Feijoada à Transmontana, Gambas ao Alho e Piri-piri, Parrilhada de Peixe and Eton Mess.