Dona Maria Restaurante An exceptional culinary journey overlooking the Douro and the city of Porto

Opening hours

Open

  • Monday 12:30 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Tuesday 12:30 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Wednesday 12:30 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Thursday 12:30 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Friday 12:30 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Saturday 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Sunday 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Closes at 10:00 pm

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Useful information

Location : In town

Province : South of Porto

Services

  • Cash
  • Credit card accepted
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • open 7/7
  • English
    • Restaurant Dona Maria, an address of excellence in Vila Nova de Gaia


      More than a meal, it's a culinary experience at the Dona Maria restaurant, a prestigious establishment where you can feast your eyes and taste buds. With its woody notes, unique architecture and subdued ambience, the room instantly envelops you in a feeling of well-being and serenity. 


      Step up to your round table surrounded by soft, comfortable armchairs to discover an incredible bay window offering breathtaking views of the Douro and the city of Porto. The suite is just as delicious, with a varied menu that pays homage to Portuguese cuisine, emblematic recipes to be enjoyed alone or shared, accompanied by a carefully selected local or international wine


      For lunch or dinner, the Dona Maria restaurant invites you to savor unique flavors in a soothing atmosphere, offering you an exceptional culinary journey at the heart of the 5* Forte de Gaia hotel.

  • Français
  • Português
  • Deutch
  • Spanish

Traveller Reviews Dona Maria Restaurante

4.5 sur 5 302 reviews

  • Elisa Vargas

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Elisa Vargas on 24/08/2025

    Honestly, I mistook the place; I thought I was going to another, more touristy bar nearby. But the photos of some dishes led me there. It turns out those dishes had already been removed from the menu, and I was left wanting more. But no problem. We ate exclusively with three starters, each one better than the last. I'm including photos of them so I don't miss the Portuguese name. Impeccable service. We ordered a vinho verde, and the sommelier recommended a wonderful one, an Albariño type that seemed cloudy. Delicious. We were on the terrace, and despite it being August and midday, the temperature was rather low. Great atmosphere, good food, and good company.

  • Carol Dyer

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Carol Dyer on 24/08/2025

  • Bradley DeGarmo

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Bradley DeGarmo on 21/08/2025

    My wife and I have been traveling around Portugal on our honeymoon and Dona Maria had some of the best service. They brought us out a lovely surprise dessert with a note written in chocolate. It warmed our hearts. We also had a delightful cheese board with amazing entrees.

Traveller Reviews Dona Maria Restaurante

4.1 sur 5 54 reviews

Rating summary

  • Atmosphere 4.9 / 5
  • Food 4.7 / 5
  • Service 4.3 / 5
  • Value 3.9 / 5
  • "Great way to start your day"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by 979jerryb (Fort Lauderdale, Florida) on 17/06/2025

    I have only had breakfast there, but the service is absolutely outstanding. The restaurant as well as the hotel is really beautiful. Creates a great atmosphere. The selection on the breakfast buffet...

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  • "Amazing food and service"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Jose Luis P on 03/12/2024

    Amazing food and exceptional service from everyone. Especially from João, he was very attentive and professional. 5* establishment, very romantic and with beautiful views.

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  • "Poor"

    2 / 5 Reviews posted by Andrew F (London, United Kingdom) on 14/09/2024

    were heavily swayed by previous reviews, but this is a hotel restaurant, and that should say it all, overpriced, pushy service and unimpressive. There was an event on the balcony, which is...

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Dona Maria Restaurante

Address

Rua de Serpa Pinto 60
4400-307 Vila Nova de Gaia

GPS coordinates

41° 8'10.69"N, 8° 37'6.12"W

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