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Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 1244 reviews

What johnhouston2 doesn't like about Cafe Sao Goncalo:
I was actually surprised at the style and size of this bar as it looks more like one you’d find in a major city centre as opposed to a smallish town in Northern Portugal. The interior is very smart and there is lots of room to sit inside or al fresco; or you can even perch at the bar. We were only here for beers, which were very good, but on the busiest evening of the year (the annual festival had just startled) the... View all feedback. What User likes about Cafe Sao Goncalo:
I have not been back to Amarante in 20 years. Coming back to the café and being welcome by the new owner, Jean Pedro, and all his amazing staff, was like coming home. There is an old style, old school feel to this place and the food is cooked with love and care. It is such a beautifully located place right next to the cathedral and you could literally spend hours here people watching and taking in life around you. I... View all feedback.

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Google
4.2 ★ from 606 reviews
Muireann
21.01.2024 - 16:04

Beautiful venue, ordered a latte . Coffee was fantastic. Nice and strong Very quick service . Staff very friendly and efficient. Recommend a stop here . We only...

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Rafael
11.07.2024 - 10:26

Sítio muito bom, comida simples e incrível, salada serrana simples e com um sabor espetacular, prato surpreendeu sabor incrível, equipa muito simpática !

Marcelo
11.07.2024 - 10:26

Localização privilegiada, ótima atmosfera, serviço atencioso e preço de acordo. Imperdível.

Bridget
14.03.2024 - 14:15

Lovely cafe with a cool history! Has been in operation as a cafe since the 1930s, and recently went through a reno while still keeping the legacy and charm. Gre...

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Gabriel
11.07.2024 - 10:26

Tudo muito bem e com bom preço.

Menu
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews

Ce superbe établissement, situé au cœur du quartier historique d'Amarante, était le lieu des écrivains, artistes et politiciens locaux et veut être le gardien d...

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Très bonne table avec terrasse et vue sur l'église Sao Gonçalo et le pont. Menu très abordable. Soups bien présentés et très bon.

I haven't been back to Amarante for 20 years. Coming back to the café and being welcome by the new owner, Jean Pedro, and all his amazing employees was like com...

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Très bonne table avec terrasse et vue sur l'église Sao Gonçalo et le pont. Menu très abordable. Assiettes bien présentées et très bonnes.

I have not been back to Amarante in 20 years. Coming back to the café and being welcome by the new owner, Jean Pedro, and all his amazing staff, was like coming...

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Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 19 reviews
andrewlP5413FY
21.12.2023 - 05:27

Excellent meal, great service, definitely recommend the restaurant, food was excellent, very tasty and served with style. The staff were very friendly and talka...

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johnhouston2
21.12.2023 - 05:27

I was actually surprised at the style and size of this bar as it looks more like one you’d find in a major city centre as opposed to a smallish town in Northern...

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Gastroranking-pt
1.8 ★ from 614 reviews

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