Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
During a tour of the city in Tuk Tuk, our guide mentioned the Majestic Cafe, saying that the interior is worth a visit there. So, we decided to check it out. Originally opened in the 1920s, this cafe that went through ups and downs, is a popular spot for tourists who want to admire the beautiful art nouveau decor, with its curved wooden frames, large mirrors and stunning decorative details, or want to see one of the locations where JK Rowling got her inspiration for Harry Potter.
Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
When we went, the place was full and we were lucky to get a table within five minutes. I ordered a hot chocolate with whipped cream (9.50 Eur), preferring it over the pricey double espresso (9 Eur), while Jodi ordered a peach ice tea. The hot chocolate was just ok, better than some but not really memorable if it was not for the place. What was really good and is definitely a must have is their French toast or Rabanada Majestic (9 Eur). The golden brown bread was perfectly soaked, slightly crispy on the outside, sitting on a sweet egg cream sauce and topped with raisins, pignoli and walnut. The French toast stood on its own and reminded me a bit the way my mom made it (in France, it is called “pain perdu”).
French toast or rabanada at Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
Hot chocolate at Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
French toast or rabanada at Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
French toast or rabanada at Majestic Cafe in Porto, Portugal
Know that Majestic Cafe also serves afternoon tea and various savory dishes, although I would just go for that French toast…Even if it is a bit touristy, it is worth a visit whether you are a Harry Potter fan or not!.
Enjoy (I did)!
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