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Julien Montbabut
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Julien Montbabut

Le Monument

Chef Julien Montbabut is a French culinary master whose career is built on an elite Parisian foundation. He trained under icons like Christian Le Squer at the three-Michelin-starred Pavillon Ledoyen and refined his craft in other Michelin-starred Parisian kitchens.

In 2011, he assumed his first role as Head Chef at Le Restaurant, taking full responsibility for a Michelin-starred kitchen. In 2018, he embraced a major new challenge by relocating to Porto as the Executive Chef of THE ONE Monumental Palace (formerly Le Monumental Palace).

Leading the hotel's opening alongside his wife, Pastry Chef Joana Thöny Montbabut, his perseverance and rigorous work were swiftly recognized. His restaurant, Le Monument, earned its first Michelin star in 2022 (renewed through 2025) and was awarded Two Repsol Suns in 2025, cementing its place among Portugal's top dining destinations.

My suggestion for dinner in Porto is the fabulous tasting menu and creativity at The Yeatman and Antiqvvm
I like to enjoy the immersive concept and the experience centered around the ocean at Casa de Chá da Boa Nova
Dinner suggestion: a fire-dining concept at Gastro by Elemento, where seating at the counter lets you enjoy the fire vibes
Gazela: True street food experience, where the cachorro is a star, with typical atmosphere
Oficina dos Rissóis: A typical snack cooked with high technique and premium ingredients. A must-try in town
Café Corcel is an elegant neighborhood cafe where the brioche croissant is a must-try
Manteigaria makes the best pastel de nata in town
Ibar Praia to Aquário is my favorite place to chill and watch the sunset. A place to keep secret
Bonaparte Downtown is a perfect place to enjoy a cold beer and watch a match with friends
Restaurant
Ratings
Dinner Breakfast Street Food Best drinks
The Yeatman
Antiqvvm
Euskalduna Studio
Casa de Chá da Boa Nova
Vila Foz
Apego
Liz
Gastro by Elemento
Cozinha das Flores
Fauno
Café Corcel
Garden
Confeitaria do Bolhão
Manteigaria
Brunchit
The Mezzanine
Gazela
Oficina dos Rissóis
Conga
Casa Guedes
Roulote aninhas
Cult of pita
Oldman Pizza
Ibar praia do aquário
Porto Base
Bonaparte Downtown
The Royal Cocktail Club
Torto
American bar

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