My partner and I were exploring outside of lisbon and needed a place to eat. I saw this on multiple guides and really wanted some porce! Food: 5/5 Super fresh. It seems like this establishment is just him and his wife thus the limited seating ( 9 seats). It does take time for the food to come out so do not come here if you are in a rush! But, the food is well worth it! Everything was tasty and well worth the price! Service and Vibes: 5/5 There is nothing bad I can say about this. He is super nice and helps you practice your Portuguese! All in all, definitely coming back when I am in town! read more

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The most charming , special lunch experience. Every dish we had was superb ; melon with Jamon, steak and baked fish. All perfectly cooked and seasoned. The intimate restaurant opens itself to meet people and chat with the owners. This meal was a highlight on my road trip through Portugal. read more

Botequim da Mouraria - Most delicious steak served with a fresh side salad - Bars Near Me - Évora, 07

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Now THIS is my kind of place! When a friend heard that I was heading to Evora, knowing how I love good food and great wine she suggested Botequim da Mouraria, and was I glad she did! I went for lunch and after wandering the streets trying to find this place, finally pulled open the door to this cute corner bar with only 9 seats at the bar. Know if you go that when the seats fill up, the owner, Domingos, pulls the curtain on the door. During my stay, he had to turn away people so know before you go that the 9 seats fill up fast! Domingos loves his customers and is quick to suggest something for you ( he also has menus in a variety of languages but just go with his recco as they are all spot on!). And trust me, you won't walk away hungry as the portions are large and filling! He started me with an amazing red wine which was one of the best I've had on my trip. For my starter, I had a sheep's cheese baked with herbs and fresh bread. Delicious! I was then served a tossed salad and then my entree which was perfectly prepared lamb chops served with freshly cooked potato chips. And if that wasn't enough food, I was served a tasting of three different desserts all of which were very good. Domingos wife is in the kitchen turning out all this amazing food while Domingos takes care of his guests out front. It felt more like a meal I had in someone's home rather than in a restaurant. And Domingos likes his guests so much, he takes their pictures and adds them to a reel he plays on a monitor in the corner as sort of a "scrapbook" of who has been at his bar. Great food, even better hospitality at this small place. It was one of the high points of my entire trip! read more

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Everything about this restaurant is absolutely special, beginning with the owners, they are so attentive. The food was excellent and the intimate company and attention to detail made the experience even better. Highly recommend this place. They only serve 9 people per night. Well worth the wait. read more

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This is one of the best restaurants in Portugal and it reminded me why I fell in love with Europe in the first place. You need to arrive before the opening time for dinner in order to get a place to sit. Once 9 people who up, they are full and no more people will be seated at that meal. Get the black pork steak, mushrooms, ham and melon, and quince dessert. The veal steak also looked amazing. My two year old son was being really hyper, almost hitting the owner in the face with the menu and throwing his sick over the bar, and the owner was consistently nice and patient. read more

If you happen to be one of the lucky first 9 to get a seat, you're in (otherwise you have to go elsewhere--Domingos only does one seating). After that, take off and let Domingos guide you. He will take care of each customer personally, and if I were you I'd just let him pick what you should eat. This is really more like a "family-style" one seating dinner. Though alone (which made it easier for me to get a seat as I was #9!), I quickly made friends with the girl next to me and then an American couple from Florida. The real experience is just that: this is not a meal at some restaurant. You get to experience Portugal, local foods and wines, and make new friends with your dinner mates. All of that, plus excellent food and wine, make it one to enjoy! read more

This place has won a spot among the best dining experiences I've ever had -- both for the quality of food and for the warm hospitality. I noted some earlier comments stressing the need to arrive early. I followed them, arriving about fifteen minutes early prior to lunch opening (12:30), but no one else showed up early and I ended up being the first one served. Perhaps it is more important to show up early for the dinner shift -- 12:30 is still an early time to have lunch by Portuguese standards. I took Domingos' recommendations on the menu and everything was superb. Starter was bread with cured sheep cheese, main course was a generously sized veal steak that happened to also come with a simple, very fresh lettuce-tomato salad and a platter of fresh, light fried-to-order potato chips. This is a place that is hellbent on ensuring that you are very full and happy before you leave. read more

Spectacular and unique in every way. Small, quaint restaurant with a spectacular menu. Ask Domingos what he prefers. His recommendations are spot on. His lovely wife is cooking her heart out in the tiniest kitchen. Told him to pick a white wine and he brought us a delicious bottle. Because the space is so intimate you become close with your neighboring diners. read more

Botequim da Mouraria - The wonderful owner - Bars Near Me - Évora, 07

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Francisco attends to your every need before you're even aware of it. Every dish gave me the feeling of when you don't want a movie to end, I just wanted to bask in the perfected and balanced splendor of the flavor. This is the paradigm for a small family restaurant that I will always hold in my mind. read more

Nestled in the heart of Evora, a small town in southern Portugal is where two friends and I found this food lovers dream. A friend of mine read numerous reviews in different traveling websites/guides. The eatery is more of a bar seating roughly 9 people, carefully watching in amazement the owner and his wife mastering exceptional Portuguese cuisine. We shared 5 appetizers or dainties as called in the menu, and each had the veal for our entry. Each item was uniquely rich and powerful in flavor. Along with wine, and the warm cozy ambience, I can honestly say this was one if not best food experiences ever. Fantastic job!! read more

One of the best dining experiences we've ever had. Only room for 8 diners so must get there early because once seats are filled he closes. Must trust proprietor to guide you with menu choices. Food and service superb. read more

This review is not about the food which by all accounts sounds phenomenal. We waited this evening for over an hour (and there was another couple there before us) and at one time there were a total of 19 people who made the trip to the restaurant and were waiting for it to open. It never did. Unless there was some sudden emergency, there is no excuse for not putting a sign in the window telling people that "it is closed today". Everyone is entitled to take a holiday or a day off but next time have the courtesy to post a sign letting people know. read more

An amazing top 5 culinary experience. As stated in previous reviews you need to be there at least 15 minutes before opening. It is a small intimate space with recommendations for food and wine being perfect from Domingos . His wife is an incredible cook the combination was awe inspiring. If you find yourself within 50 miles of Evora this meal is worth the detour. read more

My wife and I drove through Evora on our way to Faro to check out the old city. It was roughly noon when we arrived so we decided to do one of our favorite things, eat. I looked on tripadvisor and this was #1, it 100% deserves the top spot. We were unsure what we wanted coming in but the husband (who works the bar) basically chose our entire meal and his wife (the cook) absolutely crushed it. I can't endorse this place enough, if in town definitely make this a priority. Enjoy! read more