With the arrival of fall and rainy days, the desire to drink delicious hot chocolate also returns. All over the city, there is no shortage of places where you can warm up body and soul, while enjoying a cozy and comforting atmosphere (in some cases).
With you in mind, we’ve put together one of the most delicious and essential itineraries for rainy days. With cocoa snacks in all shapes and forms, let’s sweeten your mouth.
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Arcádia da Boavista
It’s no surprise that we’ve included Arcádia on this list. As one of the best and most important chocolate houses in the city, surely all lovers of this delicacy will automatically know that here they will taste one of the best hot chocolates ever.
What’s more, if the idea of sipping a nice hot chocolate is already calling to you… what about the shelves full of bonbons? An almost irresistible temptation!
The Boavista store is a classic, but you can find these delicacies in various “Arcádia” spaces in the city (and beyond).
Where: Av. da Boavista 1046
Dubon Chocolate Bar
Dubon Chocolate Bar is one of the places that all chocolate lovers should consider.
The store is located in the heart of Porto and has been completely refurbished by the owners, offering a welcoming atmosphere.
Here, you’ll find not only some of the best hot chocolate in town, but also a real experience, which includes:
- Handmade chocolates of the most varied flavors;
- Cocktails;
- Port wine and more.
Where: Rua dos Mártires da Liberdade, 100
Chocolataria Equador
On a list aimed at hot chocolate fans in Porto, this couldn’t be missing. Hot chocolate season is officially open and in the center of Porto you can find Chocolataria Equador to delight you.
In the meantime, take a look at the other products (all chocolate, of course) and, who knows, maybe you’ll bring back some sweets for later. Also, did you know that Chocolataria Equador has several stores in the city?
These are their stores in operation in Invicta:
- Rua de Sá da Bandeira, 637
- Rua das Flores, 298
- Rua Sousa Viterbo, 103
Amorino
Amorino, right next to Livraria Lello or on Rua Santa Catarina, is known for its delicious flower-shaped ice creams. But Amorino’s wonders don’t stop there. You can also enjoy coffees and hot chocolate and here you’ll also find vegan options.
These are some of Amorino’s locations in the city of Invicta:
- Rua de Santa Catarina, 222;
- Rua das Carmelitas, 158;
- Campo dos Mártires da Pátria, 101.
Chocolataria das Flores
Another chocolate shop, another absolutely irresistible hot chocolate. On Rua das Flores you’ll find Chocolataria das Flores and a wide variety of cocoa products. More or less intense, everything to your taste.
If you prefer, you can also buy your favorite chocolate and make your own hot chocolate at home.
Pinguim Café’s ‘famous’ hot chocolate
Known for being one of the best bars in Porto, where culture and leisure have coexisted for years, the Pinguim Café is also a place to consider on this itinerary.
In fact, its hot chocolate is one of the most ‘famous’ in the city. So it’s worth stopping by and, while you’re at it, take the opportunity to ‘breathe in’ the moments of poetry!
Where: Rua de Belomonte, 65
Quinta do Paço dairy
This is one of those places that is indispensable not only for anyone from Porto, but also for visitors and tourists. After all, this is where you’ll find some of ourfavorite Porto sweets.
But if you think it’s all ‘sweets’ then you’re wrong. The Leitaria da Quinta do Paço is also an option to take into account when it comes to drinking a delicious hot chocolate.
Where: Praça Guilherme Gomes Fernandes, 47
Vinte Vinte Café
Since the summer, Porto has gained a new paradise for chocolate lovers, namely Vinte Vinte Café Flores. Here, everything revolves around this delicacy.
However, naturally, one of our suggestions for this time of year is to try the hot chocolate . You can also choose from various origins.
Where: Rua das Flores, 206
Leonidas
Leonidas is a century-old Belgian chocolate brand, but it’s also a must for those who suffer from gluttony.
There, you’ll find chocolates and other sweets, but you really can’t leave without trying their delicious hot chocolate!
Where: Rua de Júlio Dinis, 92
Terrárea
This place is in Matosinhos, on Rua Brito Capelo, and is a delight to visit in itself.
The icing on the cake at this point is that it also offers tasty hot chocolate and has vegan options.
Editor’s note: the order presented in this article is random and the information will be updated whenever necessary by Filipa Santos Sousa. You can also send us your suggestions via our social networks Facebook and Instagram!