Gazela

We stopped here to try the famous Portuguese hot dogs, and they did not disappoint. They were definitely on the greasy side, but absolutely delicious and flavorful. We also ordered olives, fries, and a local wine—all of which were really good. The place was quite busy, and while the servers were friendly, we found that we had to be a bit proactive in asking for menus and the bill. That said, they were very kind and accommodating when we did interact with them. Overall, a great spot to enjoy some tasty local food in a lively atmosphere.

Amazing cachorrinho, best in Porto! It's always busy and the queue is more than 6+ people but it goes by quickly. Very friendly and entertaining staff members and very reasonable price for what we had! Will come back for sure.

A "must visit" location when in Porto and you need a delicious snack and a tasty beer. We waltzed in during what must have been a quiet moment in an otherwise busy day and found an excellent table available. Service was friendly but very business like and focused on getting the food on the table asap. Not a lot of chitchat. Man, that cachorrinho sandwich is very tasty and pairs perfectly with a fino of Super Bock and a plate of fries. I'd be in there everyday if I lived in Porto. You're missing out if you don't stop in for one.

We loved the hot dogs in every form- the traditional, the spicy and the special. Sausage with melted cheese in crispy bread, what is there not to love? The pica pau was salty but we enjoyed it too. Prefect with a Superbock.

We came right at 12noon and we walked right in. Then it got busy. Amazing food. Oh so good but probably not the best for you. But incredible flavors. Super friendly service. Fun local place. Highly recommend

Amazing food amazing staff what an experience. Definitely get the traditional cachorrinho and absolutely must get the francesinha it’s phenomenal!! I can see why Bourdain and every other TV show has been here a must visit in Porto!! Incredible and thanks to our waiter the guy with the handlebar mustache he made it as special as the food from his recommendations!!

Had an amazing time here! The staff was incredibly friendly, and the food was outstanding. The francesinha with egg, traditional cachorrinho, and steak sandwich were all perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. The warm, welcoming atmosphere made my experience so memorable that I just had to come back. This was definitely one of the highlights of my trip to Porto!

Worth a visit or two. Awesome staff, so friendly and welcoming. DELICIOUS cachorrinhos. I ordered one and it was so good I ordered a second. Pro-tip: sit at the bar so you can watch them chop with the knife!

I love the fact that we walked in and every employee in the restaurant sprung into action. All of the employees work together to take care of its guests. Unfortunately, we had already eaten but based on reviews and the popularity of the restaurant we still had to stop in for a visit and we were glad we did. We ordered the classic, hot dog and fries with some beer and it was exactly like everyone described. The hot dog was a little different from what we were use to or expecting (as Americans). We shared a couple of bites among the table (kind of app style) as we did with the fries. Both were actually pretty hefty and would have been a solid meal for one. This place was alot of fun and highly recommended.

This place has been featured on so many food shows and famous YouTube foodie influencer videos that I fully expected it to be a tourist trap. The line out the door and down the street only strengthened my opinion. Ugh, did I want to wait 30min for one hot dog? Well, I waited...and I have no regrets haha. It was one of the best "hot dogs" I've ever had in my life. For the classic, famous item (what everyone comes here for) order the cachorrinho. It should be the first item on the menu. It's a classic, no frills Portuguese hot dog - hot with melted cheese and crispy bread. I can't explain why it's so good, it's just the perfect beer snack. The staff were so friendly and efficient. Definitely recommend stopping by for a quick bite!

Because Anthony Bourdain ate here, it might seem a bit touristy, and there will likely be a line (no reservations taken), but do not skip it. The food is absolutely next level good - their speciality is a local hot dog with a crispy bun cut up so it is finger food. It is even better paired with a cheap bottle of local wine. The menu is small, so when we ordered, food arrived less than 5 minutes later! We waited in line for about 30 minutes, but food came so fast it didn't matter at all. The vibe is loud and casual but in a fun way. The local futbol club was playing the night we visited, and staff occassionally started pounding on the bar and leading the crowd in a chant. Super fun. For two people to have dinner and a bottle of wine, we paid $20! Unreal.

Went after watching a YouTube Bourdain video recommending the pressed hot dogs. The food did not disappoint. And franchesina was also pretty decent and filling. The staff are friendly and will walk you through options. They also have a somersby on draft that's pretty delicious

Stopped by for lunch and there was a short yet extremely slow moving line. As such, I ended up getting a 4.5€ hot dog (take away) but forgot to ask for spicy sauce, ughhhh. I ate the delicious hot dog while walking to our next spot. And while it was still pretty good, I'm sure it would have been significantly better w hot sauce. Next time!

I understand the hype now. At first I was wondering if I should brave the potential wait to be at the original location. They do have two locations extremely close to each other. I'm glad I went. I ordered one to begin with, not expecting much, but once I had it, I was super happy. It was so good, I ordered a second one, and that's not something I really do. For the price I paid, it was extremely worth it. They aren't that expensive, and they take both card and cash. The cachorrinhos are great. The bread was toasted, and the filling was good. Cheese, sausage, and more. It really is good. After eating here I was curious if they really were the best. After trying other places and their versions of cachorrinhos, Gazela was absolutely top dog. I'll be back next time I'm in Porto for sure.

Such a cool atmosphere! Very lively and I could just sit here all day, drink beer, talk with people and eat their hotdogs! The staff member who served me was so funny. Came here because Anthony Bourdain did. I ordered one of their cachorrinhos (Portuguese hot dog) with spicy sauce (4.30E) and wow, it was delicious. The bread was crispy, it was oozing with tasty cheese and the meat inside was very flavorful. Great experience!

Came here for the Cachorrinho featured on Anthony bourdain. Some call it a hotdog; it's not even close the only thing that resembles a hot dog is the skinny long bun. The meat is an uncased sausage cooked in a panini press then again with the cheese and bread that has a French baguette texture. They bread is incredibly crispy, the cheese so melty and stretchy, and the meat is flavorful. And still under 5€, It's perfect beer food. It's cut into 10 small bite size pieces, so don't ask for a fork. There are toothpicks on the counter so use those if you don't feel like using your fingers. They ask if you want it spicy or not I got it spicy and it was perfect, not too spicy just the right amount of heat. The place is a small beer bar, just a small counter that holds around 10-15 people at the bar and a few seats behind. There is an English menu and they have other items like steak or steak sandwiches. I've seen a few locals order some kind of steak dish they put some of the stout and lagger bears on the steak, not sure what that's about but u might want to give that a try. One of the best things I've had in Porto. Definitely give this cachorrinho a try. Anthony bourdain was not wrong.

My partner and I came to gazela upon recommendation from a colleague of mine and we were so glad we did for multiple reasons: 1. The hot dog was amazing - we also really appreciated the way it was served, making it much more snackable than a typical hot dog 2. It was the first place we got to try the super bock stout - incredible! We also got fries which paired nicely with the food and beer, and a small serving was plenty for the two of us! We got lucky and had no wait, but it would still be worth it if we did have a wait.

So i will admit that my wife and i saw this place first on Anthony Bourdain's show so we had to try it while visiting Porto. As a tourist i will admit that the experience of trying the Cachorrinho was worth it but i do understand why the locals dont like this place anymore. In speaking with our food guide, he mentioned that the place has been hiking up the prices ever since it became popular and that now the price of the hotdog is so high that may locals feel like its a rip off considering what you pay for other meals around down. For instance at some of the local cafes, the "daily meal" is about $7 dollars and you get quite a well balanced meal for the price. Still its a unique snack to try and as a tourist i dont mind having to pay close to $5 for the experience considering that a dirty dog in LA now cost about $10.

Gazela was on Anthony Bourdain's list for cacchorinhos, or Portuguese hot dogs, so we knew we had to try it during our visit to Porto. My family and I (party of 6) stopped in for dinner on a Tuesday, close to 8 pm. There are two locations near each other - one has no seating and meant for a quick bite, and the other is a sit down, which is the one we went to. We had the caldo verde (soup), steak with French fries, eggs, ham and cheese, original cacchorinhos, and I think the special steak sandwich - whichever one that was covered in a blanket of cheese and gravy, very similar to the francesinha. The soup was fine, steak was okay but French fries were a bit sad. I also found it a bit odd they just top it with slices of cold ham and cheese. I didn't care for the steak sandwich because I don't like sandwiches smothered in sauce. Plus, I didn't like the taste of that cheese, maybe because it wasn't melted? But the cacchorinhos were amazing. I regret not ordering more because I probably could have finished another one of these on my own. So the four stars are really just for the cacchorinhos. Don't order anything else. Just order a few of those with a cold beer, and you have the perfect meal.

Genuinely one of the best meals I had in Porto!! I came on a Friday night and there was a huge line outside. Luckily, as a single diner, I was seated immediately at a bar seat facing the outside. If you don't want to wait or are in a rush, I suggest splitting up your group for faster seating. There's limited indoor seating (and no outdoor seating that I saw). The service is fantastic - the waiters are really funny and friendly. I wanted to try the traditional hot dog and also the "special" hot dog, which is the same thing covered in sauce. Both were honestly out of this world!! Crunchy buttery bread, sausage, and melty cheese. Yum!!! I'm glad I tried both. They are actually small so two is not too much food. You can pass on the fries, they're just ok. The beer was great too. I would definitely come back the next time I'm in Porto and highly recommend as a must eat in the city!!!

The cachorrinhos is small but delicious. It's not what you would expect from a hot dog sandwich. I think the english translation doesn't fit it. The bread is extremely crispy like a light and fluffy cracker. The "hot dog" is not meaty but flat. The sandwich is actually spicy...don't know if it comes from the "hot dog" or from a spread/sauce. I liken it to chili oil. It makes for a great snack with a cold beer.

Came for the hot dog, but fell in love with the steak, ham, and cheese sandwich. Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 5 (such a great deal for 2 sandwiches and 2 drinks) Opentableable: no reservations Return worthiness: yes! Eve award: best steak, ham, and cheese sandwich snack Highlights: - Steak, ham, and cheese sandwich: ended up being one of the top eats we had all weekend in Porto. Simple but delicious combo of the thin slice of steak, ham, and cheese served in 2 panini-like small triangles. 5 stars - Green wine: My first experience with it and I loved it. This ended up being my favorite glass of my weekend Porto visit and was only 2 Euro! - Hot dog: what they are known for. Sausage was very tasty and a bit spicy though bun was a bit cruncher than I expected. Nice that it's cut into small pieces for sharing. 4 stars - Fries: fluffy inside. Almost In n Out like but better, 3.5 stars - Atmosphere: reminded me of a soda shop diner with seats at a serving bar area, stools along the front, and tables in the center. Smaller than I anticipated. Lowlights: - Closed on Sundays: we really wanted to get another sandwich! LOVED this spot and would return to Porto just to come back and eat here.

There are two locations very close together so if you can't find space at one, you have a second option. The staff was very friendly, this was our first time trying Cachorrinhos and we really liked the spicy one!

By far, our favorite bite in Porto! We visited in November, and here I am in July, craving one of those delicious sandwiches. We grabbed a place at the counter and enjoyed the sandwiches, fries, and beer. Nothing fancy, just inexpensive good food. Had we gone earlier in our trip, we definitely would've revisited. Yum!

I had to stop in for a quick "hotdog" where Anthony Bourdain ate, and it was a whole vibe! Just sitting there with the locals, only me and one other girl at the bar, Portuguese music videos on the TV, and a fast, flavor packed bite! This dog is packed with flavor, the cheese, the butter, the crispiness! I saw fries and salads coming out that looked pretty great as well. It was just a cool experience being and eating what Bourdain ate! Highly recommending taking a moment to stop in for a quick snack on a day in Porto!

Came here after walking all throughout Porto and wanted to grab some Portuguese hot dogs to go. We went inside, ordered 2 originals and a large fry, and they were able to make it for us quickly. Nice service & great for a quick and delicious meal. 4.5 rounded up, only downside was it was a little small inside, but they did have bar counter seating!

This late night spot was packed and small with very friendly service. We were immediately greeted by someone who spoke English and handed us an English menu. He asked if we wanted to eat inside (all seating around a bar) or eat "take-away" on the ledge outside. We opted for the ledge so we could enjoy sooner since we had major jet lag. Our beer, fries, and cachorrinhos (Portuguese sausages, in a toasted bun with cheese) were served up pretty quickly. We actually watched the cachorrinhos being made behind the bar. This place was incredibly affordable. The sausage tastes amazing and good, high-quality cheese. Unfortunately, my bun was hard and crusty instead of just toasted on the outside like my husband's, which made the entire thing not very enticing to eat. Fries were fresh, large portion, and well-seasoned. Cold beer that was refreshing and just what the doc ordered after a long day of travels. Cheers to new adventures!

Cheap cheerful and friendly. There is limited seating, so if you can't get a seat you can always eat by the takeout window outside. Definitely get the special hotdog as it is crusty, salty, cheesy and pairs absolutely fantastic with a beer. Fries seem popular also. Can't go wrong with this quick snack!

Excellent energy and great staff. Come for the hot dogs and beer. That's why people all come. Have it either the chili oil and don't come with luggage as the place is tight except if you sit outside.

If it's good enough for Anthony Bourdain then it's good enough for us. Simple food but very delicious special hot dogs. We also enjoyed the garlic steak with toasted garlic bread. We dipped our multiple orders of fries in the sauce. We were at big group and they were able to put us in one table. FYI. There are two locations near each other- one is more bar seating only and the other is bar/restaurant. Service is impeccable. Most servers spoke English. They were efficient and quick. Make sure to have the spicy chorizo as well. Also enjoy the sparking sangria and super cold super Bock. Very simple place. Still great food. Make room for dessert.

So simple but so good. I was not expecting this place to be a good meal because the hot dog looks so simple and not that impressive. However, if you are in Porto you need to give this place try. The line is long, but it was worth the wait. Make sure you get it with the spicy sauce! It makes it so much better! My husband asked for extra and he still wanted more of it! If you like spicy ask for extra extra hot sauce!

It was a bit of a wait but I glad we waited. The hot dog really hit the spot. Perfectly crispy and juicy at the same time. I saw a pic of Anthony Bourdain inside visiting. It's a place that he would've visited.

If I were sentenced to death, this hot dog with a Superbock would be my last meal. Service was fast and friendly, and food was amazing.

"Let go of everything you know," advised the server as I ordered a steak sandwich. He look at me and asked, "Your first time?" "Yes" was my reply. "See that photo of Anthony Bourdain? He says to get the hot dog. I'll bring you that and a small fries." He walked away. I sat baffled, but amused. Less than five minutes later, he brought over two plates- one of fries and one with two thin slices of hot dog on flatter bread swimming in a red oil. Taking my first bite of the hot dog, cheese oozing out, my life was changed. With a little kick, the "secret hot dog" as the menu reads is worth every Euro. Order it. Nothing else. I had a second. Once you pay your check (I used a credit card), the happy servers and cooks ring a bell, making the customers at the bar smile. My total bill came to just under 14 Euros. I'd gladly pay twice that amount for truly the best hot dog I've ever had.

Awesome restaurant in the theatre district with a photo of Anthony Bourdain on the wall. My friend took me in the first day in Porto and the hot dogs are amazing. They use a panini press to melt the cheese. Pedro was top shelf as far as a waiter and he likes to collect different currencies.

We were told by multiple Lisbon locals we encountered that we had to visit this place in Porto, and I had heard that Anthony Bourdain enjoyed the cacchorinhos here, so I had very high expectations. To my surprise, they exceeded them! Since we wanted a light lunch, we only ordered one cachorrinho (aka Portuguese hot dog) and one pica pau (our first and only one in Portugal). The cachorrinho was wonderful. Think savory sausage and mild cheese stuffed into a crusty mini bread fried in chorizo oil, and you have the perfect bar meal. We wolfed this down in no time and seriously considered ordering another one immediately. The pica pau had the same sausage, as well as chorizo and steak, chopped into bite-size pieces and covered with cheese. It was really tasty, but also very indulgent. I personally found myself wishing I had ordered some fries or bread to go with it. Of course since this was a cervejaria, we had to order beers to wash down all this meat and cheese, which were absolutely perfect. The amount of food was perfect for us since we had had a big breakfast. The vibes are really nice and local, while the waitstaff were efficient and super friendly pros. This is a must-visit in Porto!

Food was good and reasonable on pricing. The workers are super friendly and will troll guest but in a fun way. Ended up getting free entertainment while I ate my food....lol.

So much better than I expected. The bread for these little sandwiches is SO crispy! Yowza! Order a "final" to go with it, and you will want to get something else as well, like a steak sandwich. And one more beer, or "final". Let them choose your first sandwich- they are the experts and have been doing it for a long time - just ask for a recommendation and don't even bother with the menu.

The sangria was DELICIOUS tasted like juice! The special hotdog sandwich was also good for a quick bite to eat

Perhaps this is just a hype or perhaps because I ordered take away and the quality wasn't there, either way it was disappointing. The mini pica pau is definitely mini alright. The steak sandwich was just very thin compared to other places we had. The famous hot dog special was good but as a typical New Yorker, this is not the best one I had. The beers are cheap and staffs are friendly. It's crazy how packed this place is but it does give you good vibes with the chefs. Locals were just cutting the line not caring at all and the staff tried their best to tell them they can't get a seat.

Lives up to the hype! The "special hotdog" is a panini pressed hotdog-like sandwich with a spicy chili oil slathered on the outside. Also, don't miss out on the fries! The service is great here too, with friendly servers and fast service. It can get crowded because there's only about 10-12 seats, but it moves fast enough. You can also grab a beer while you wait.

Excited to try this place because of the reviews. Didn't see the Bourdain episode that's referred to, and it wouldn't have mattered much to me, but it is a fun little caveat. Place is tiny and cramped, and during covid, they are way limiting indoor seating but have ample outdoor space. A couple of kids were skateboarding the entire time in the space near the tables which was a bit of a drag. Service was friendly and quick and it was great to get some cold beer on a hot day. The hot dog was good, but honestly not other-worldly as mentioned by others. Fries also pretty pedestrian, but still good. Well worth a visit if you're in the area.

"CACHORRINHOS" they Definitely have the best in town. Their beer is ice cold and super friendly service. Try their cachorrinhos for sure, but everything in the menu is good! Definitely worth a stop.

The hot dog w/ cheese sandwich & french fries were soooo delicious & a must eat for anyone visiting Porto! It was one of our most favorite food items in Porto. I recommend to eat this w/ a nice cold glass of Super Bock beer (Porto's beer). A local told me not to mention Sagres (Lisbon's beer) because there is a little rivalry between Lisbon & Porto on the best beer. LOL The staff were super nice & friendly, and spoke English well. We saw a lot of locals come eat here during lunch time. If you love Anthony Bourdain, this place was featured on his show & behind is a picture of him w/ the owner on the wall. RIP Tony - You are missed!

Far from fancy, but it's inexpensive and the service is fantastic. I've not felt quite so welcome and as it was my first dinner in Porto, it really put me in a great mood for my entire trip here. A little busy when I arrived, but I got the last seat at the bar. When I sat down, I was welcomed with a handshake and a proper hello. I tried to order something and the gentleman suggested something else. Sure, we'll have that. And a beer. It's a hot dog, grilled and put into a bun with cheese and "special spicy sauce" that gets panini pressed and sliced into bite sized pieces. Completely different and well less than even €10 with the beer. Great little spot for a meal if you're looking for inexpensive. [Review 9833 overall, number 1411 of 2018.]

Was a packed place. We did do take away. Which was convenient and fast. I got the "little hotdog". It was tasty. I should have asked for a side of ketchup. Cause I felt like it was missing something. Overall good price. Came out quick. I would def order it again. Just with a side of ketchup.

Our favorite restaurant in Porto! This is a no frills local joint that hosts long time customers and tourists. Everyone working here is so friendly and will take the time to get to know you. It's round bar, so grab a seat when you enter. Their specialty is the HOT DOG. You cannot leave Porto without getting this. It is basically a skinny baguette type bread with melted cheese and flat sausage inside with the option of spicy oil on top. It's then cut into small bite sized pieces, which I love! It is so so good and easy, especially if you're in a rush. People come here at all hours of the day! The spicy oil gives it a nice kick, but it's not too hot. The bread is warm and crispy, and the cheese ooey gooey. You can watch them assemble the hot dogs right in front of you! You can make a meal out of one (plus an order of fries) or share between two if you're planning to eat elsewhere. This is one of those places you will recommend to any of your friends visiting Porto.

The energy in this place is amazing. Small bites, cold beer and their fries are great.

I wasn't aware at the time, but this place was apparently made famous by Anthony Bourdain. If you're looking for another reason to check this place out, other than the amazing food, you've got it! Depending on when you get here it can be a little hectic and there could be a line. I was used to just walking and sitting at any table I wanted, but there was definitely a system here. You have to check in and then you're seated at a table. Get the hot dog! It sounds a little crazy to be ordering hot dog in Portugal, but it's cheap and delicious! It's more a meat in a tiny baguette than it is a hot dog. It's a little smaller, so you might want to order one per person. DO yourself a favor and order a super bock with your meal and you're in for a great treat!

Great friendly service. Good food freshly prepared. Reasonable prices and decent tasty portions. Would return and definitely recommend for lunch or a snack.

if you are in Porto and haven't stopped by..what are you waiting for?!? Order the special hot dog because it is special! I've never enjoyed a hot dog so much before. How do I even describe it? Well besides the fact that the size is perfect for a snack, it's also warm and toasty. The cheese is melted and they are not cheap on the protein. Say yes to the hot sauce because I doubt you will experience the same taste without it. It's not actually spicy. This was the a great start to my food adventure. I rarely do repeats but I am so tempted to return to try another sandwich. Cash only. Very friendly staff and there is an English menu.

We were referred to this place by our tour guide. We had six in our party and had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated. Staff speaks very little English so you have to work pretty much from the menu which was of marginal help. The food was okay, not worthy of all the hype, Beer was very good. But the reason for this review being so poor is the service. When the bill came the first problem was that'll they kept trying to have me enter a PIN for my AMEX card which is not required. I finally gave up and used my debit card and there was no place to add a tip. Now what you will find out the hard way about Porto is there are few if any non-ripoff ATMs. No regular banks with normal ATMs at a reasonable fee. Hence I had few Euros and left a generous tip in US dollars only to be greeting by the wait staff apparently ridiculing me and my guests. For a city that prides itself on a great and friendly tourism attitude this was very unprofessional and disappointing. Try somewhere that will appreciate your business.

Genuine local food. I am from the USA. The man who helped us was very friendly and spoke excellent English, making our lunch even better. The food and service by all were awesome. This is a definite "must try" for anyone, especially if you are from the States. Try their specialty, the Portuguese hotdog with fries. (They also have beer on tap and a few choices of spirits). It is now 8 hours later. Earlier, we learned that Gazela has a second bigger location down the street. So we made a dinner "reservation" from the smaller location. We arrived to a packed house and were greeted with open arms....."ah, right here....we were expecting you." Total local hospitality! 6 stars!!

Someone told us that we had to try this hot dog thingy while in Porto, so we dutifully trekked to this restaurant/bar-like spot to give it a go. We walked in, sat at the bar, they stared at us, we stared at them. We then noticed the menu and found what we believe is the hot dog thingy at the very top of the menu. "Two please..." About five minutes later, the hot dog thingys came out. We devoured them. They're more sausage than hot dog, with this weird hot sauce and cheese combo going on. But whatever they are they're oh so good... Not to be missed in Porto.

This small joint is the best for those tasty quick bites. Amazingly simple and delicious. This is the reason why I love European food. You might have to grab a beer and wait a few minutes because it's only got about 12 seats. But it's worth the wait. Hungry? Don't hesitate, just grab a beer, grab a seat and enjoy!

best hot dog i've ever had!!!! the guys there are super nice and funny. i would go again if I was a local

This is the type of place that I look back on with fondness while reminiscing about a past holiday. It's the no frills, super local, hole in the wall place that puts an immediate smile on your face. It's the kind of spot that immediate makes you think, 'ooh, this is going to be a memorable meal.' We got the recommended special hot dog, which was a lot smaller than I imagined based on the photos. The sausage, which ends up tasting like a toned down chorizo with the hot sauce, is cut in half and placed on a type of baguette roll. Cheese is included, and all of that is toasted and melted on a panini press upon order. The server then cuts the hot dog into bite size pieces, which are no bigger than the size of your thumb. Order the sausage with some fries (fresh cut fries that remind me of in n out fries) and a cold beer and you're set! On top of the good food, the service here is straightforward and easygoing. I spotted a number of locals, so I felt like I was in on a pretty good Porto secret while dining here. The new described above could be a midday snack or a quick lunch. Either way, it's a delightful treat!