Set in a rugged coastal landscape, Buhle,a Porto institution for more than 40 years, has reopened its doors after undergoing a dramatic renovation.

Housing a restaurant, a mixology bar and a teahouse, the simple, boxy, wood and glass structure, by architect Miguel Ribeiro de Sousa, is an exercise in restrained elegance.

The interiors, by designer Paulo Lobo, feature giant bird’s nest-inspired lights suspended above the tables, while individual dining areas are divided by semi-sheer curtains.

The food – a robust Portuguese/pan Asian menu – is courtesy of Rodrigo Garrett, formerly wok chef at the Four Seasons Miami. The reworked space is upscale but understated, and set against a stunning Atlantic backdrop. The menu combines traditional Portuguese cuisine with international (mostly Asian and European) flavors, and it's served in a tastefully decorated space.

The traditional "5 o'clock tea" is actually served starting at 4PM, while the bar offers some original cocktails late into the evening.