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Bar Douro City, London, London

Bar Douro City

4.6 (741)
£26 to £40
Portuguese
1 Finsbury Avenue, Unit 3, London, London EC2M 2PF

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Situated in Finsbury Avenue Square, Bar Douro brings authentic Portuguese food and wine to the heart of the City. Our elegant and comfortable dining space is adorned with blue and white azulejo tiles, a perfect setting for business meetings, intimate dinners and after work drinks. Sit at the counter and marvel at the chef's creations from the open kitchen, or relax al fresco on our covered, heated terrace; a Portuguese oasis in the City.

Sharing the spirit of Portugal with the UK through honest food, characterful wines and the celebration of cultural stories.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Portuguese, Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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Experiences

  • Guest Chef Series - Zé Paulo Rocha, O Velho Eurico

    £80.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 20, 2025 only
    We are excited to announce the return of our Chef Series with a special dinner hosted by Chef Zé Paulo Rocha of Lisbon’s O Velho Eurico. For £80 per person, enjoy a five-course tasting menu that celebrates the bold flavours and rich traditions of Portuguese cuisine. Chef Rocha is known for his inventive takes on classic dishes, bringing a fresh yet authentic approach to one of Lisbon’s most beloved culinary institutions. O Velho Eurico has earned a reputation for its dynamic interpretations of heritage recipes, blending time-honoured techniques with contemporary flair. This is an evening of indulgence, where tradition meets innovation on the plate. Menu: Patê de fígados Chicken Liver parfait   Morcela de arroz Blood & rice sausage ~ Sopa de Cozido com tortellini Cozido broth & tortellini ~ Punheta de Bacalhau Salt cod salad ~ Porco e berbigão Pork & cockles ~ Morangos com açúcar Strawberries & sugar ~ Bolo de bolacha Portuguese biscuit cake
    Guest Chef Series - Zé Paulo Rocha, O Velho Eurico Photo

What 741 people are saying

Bar Douro City reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • City of London

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Douro City offers a delightful Portuguese dining experience with "amazing food and attentive service." Known for its "superb tapas-style dishes," the restaurant features standout items like garlic prawns and sausage croquettes. Guests appreciate the "knowledgeable staff" and "great wine selection," making it a favorite spot for both regulars and newcomers.

741 Reviews
  1. Joana

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always, Bar Douro never disappoints!! From the delicious food, to the sophisticated wines, excellent customer service and welcoming friendly staff & ambience, we cannot fault it and couldn't recommend it more. Definitely a favourite ⭐ Total gem 💎 Thank you

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  2. Sean

    London7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been a few times before and as always the food and service were excellent. To our taste the restaurant was overly noisy, more so than I've experienced in the past .. perhaps that's to be expected on a Thursday before the bank holiday weekend and it probably added so some diners experience but unfortunately it detracted a little from ours.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 23, 2025
    Hi Sean, Thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear that you have visited our restaurant multiple times and consistently enjoyed our food and service. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! The Bar Douro Team

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  3. Iris

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food especially the sauces that go with each dish.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 23, 2025
    Hi Iris, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your dining experience with us. We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit. The Bar Douro Team

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  4. Maria

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service, staff was really nice. No waiting time for the waiter when to order food, they were very approachable clarifying our doubts in relation to the menu. The food was very good. Nice decoration too
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 23, 2025
    Hi Maria, Thank you so much for the excellent feedback! We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed your experience at Bar Douro City. We strive to create a unique, quality dining experience for all of our guests and are thrilled that you had such a positive experience. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon! The Bar Douro Team

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  5. Greg

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service is amazing - ask the staff for wine suggestions they are extremely knowledgeable and ever so helpful. Food is fab, tasty and extremely well done. Overall this is a lovely place to enjoy food, wine and the company of good friends.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 12, 2025
    Hi Greg, Thank you so much for the excellent feedback! We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed your experience at Bar Douro City. We strive to create a unique, quality dining experience for all of our guests and are thrilled that you had such a positive experience. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon! The Bar Douro Team

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  6. Jana

    London42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is superb, tapaz style. All the food was great - the garlic prawns, cabbage with onion sauce, and the steak were to notch. Our waiter was very friendly and explained everything we did not know. Definitely would recommend.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 12, 2025
    Hi Jana, We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Bar Douro Team

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  7. ken

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nuno Costas's menu was inspired and refreshingly different from the norm. Well done, Bar Douro, on the Guest Chef series.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 12, 2025
    Hi Ken, Thank you very much for the positive review. It was great to welcome you to this Guest Chef Series event! We look forward to seeing you again soon to discover more of Portugal’s regions, flavours and wonderful native grape varieties. The Bar Douro Team

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  8. Margarida VIP

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it! One of my favourite in London, the food is amazing and the staff even better
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 5, 2025
    Hi Margarida, Thanks for your kind review, it made our day! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're thrilled you enjoy both our food and our team! The Bar Douro Team

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  9. Daniel VIP

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Really disappointed with the last visit. Food was not up to the usual standards and a final bill of £150. Disappointing that wines are not available and not mention on arrival. Both options requested, that were a bit cheaper, and none available.
    Bar Douro CityResponded on April 5, 2025
    Hi Daniel, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent visit to Bar Douro. As a returning guest, we are particularly disappointed to hear that the food quality did not meet our usual standards. We pride ourselves on the food and service we offer and regret that on this occasion, we fell short of what you have come to expect. I very much hope to see you again soon. The Bar Douro Team

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  10. Jo

    London12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were given a table at the back, which was fine, but a bit quiet to start with. Food was great, except the rabbit which was a bit tough. I was expecting better overall, but nothing I can put my finger on. Bit average.

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Bar Douro City is rated 4.6 stars by 741 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bar Douro City

1 Finsbury Avenue, Unit 3, London, London EC2M 2PF

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Liverpool Street
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Portuguese, Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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