What to order at Gastro by Elemento

Must order
The wood-fired tasting menu; lean into the meat courses.
Editor tip
Closed Sunday and Monday. The chef cooks in front of the counter; ask for those seats.
CuisineTasting menu
Price€€€€
Tasting menu€145
HoursSat 19:00-23:00
ChefRicardo Dias Ferreira
Book ahead3 weeks
Last verified

Must order: The wood-fired tasting menu; lean into the meat courses.

Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday. The chef cooks in front of the counter; ask for those seats.

Location

Address: Rua Maria Adelaide Freitas Gonçalves 13, 4350-109 Porto

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