Beautiful setting, very popular with large family groups, so the wait for tables can be quite long…read moreunless you arrive a bit before the lunch hour. Busy and bustling with people, the restaurant offers a wonderful seaside view of a rugged beach which is exposed to the open ocean, so often has big wave and dangerous conditions for swimming, but I understand from a local that the surfing can be great with the right conditions. Note that you are best served to order "family style" and get 1 item for every 1.5 people if you are big eaters or 1 item per 2 or 2-1/2 people if you don't want quite as much to eat. We tried fresh fish, octopus, clams, and pica-pau (which was braised, not grilled and not served with bread, by the way). The seafood dishes were simple and excellent. The grilled octopus was good, but not the best I've had. The portion was an entire octopus (sans head)! With 8 in our group of 9 ordering something we had WAAAYYYY too much food! Unfortunately the POS system went down just as we wanted to leave, so it took quite a long time for us to get the bill and pay, which put a bit of a sour note on an otherwise excellent lunch.

During our Sintra tour, our guide Henrique took us to a restaurant located by the beach. I imagine…read moreit gets quite crowded in the summer. We sat outside and enjoyed a whole fish (sea bream) along with Arroz de Marisco. The fish was cooked perfectly. The service was very friendly, and I highly recommend this place.

One of the best - if not the best meal I had during my trip to Portugal. After a visit to nearby…read moreSintra our tour guide recommended a romantic seaside lunch to us, and this place did not disappoint. It's a very high end restaurant with incredible views of the water, serving fresh seafood dishes. Service was impeccable, our waiter was happy to answer questions we had about wine and the menu (and also took an entire photo shoot of us at the end to ensure we'd have it for the memories). I started off with the octopus salad which was light and refreshing, featuring crunchy bell peppers and a light dressing. For the main course I went with the baked fish which was melt in your mouth good, swimming in butter. Paired with green wine from Portugal, it reminded me of that quote about fish - "Fish, to taste right, must swim three times - in water, in butter, and in wine." Absolute perfection. A must visit if you're in the area.

For a Michelin Guide recommended restaurant, I was highly disappointed…read more We made reservations ahead, and we had a great table with amazing views. We were seated, and it took forever for our serve to come back to get our drinks and appetizers order. After that 30 minutes for my husband's drink to arrive, mine came about 15 minutes after ordering, not together. Appetizers - tuna tartare and pimentos Padron. Tuna Tartare - chunky pieces of tuna with sweet mangoes and tiny pieces of celery and red onions that compliment it well. Pimentos Padron- a typical Iberian sauté peppers appetizer - could have used a little more flaky salt. For mains, we ordered the lobster risotto and seabass "a la nordata," which was a grilled seabass accompanied with Cilantro rice, sautéed veggies, and a citrusy sauce. Lobster risotto - a bit dry, not creamy as a risotto should be. Seabass "a la nordata" - seabass was flaky and well seasoned, and the veggies buttery with a nice bite still. For dessert, we ordered a flan to share, and I had a port. The flan had a nice consistency to it but a bit bland. The lemon sorbet that accompanied it was delicious! For the Port, I ordered a 2011 Vintage and was served a 2013. How do I know? The server brought it to the table! When I questioned it, she said that they ran out of 2011, but the 2013 is the same thing.... hmmm.... nope, it's not the same thing. I still agreed to it, but I would have liked to have been warned before the pour. Overall, I feel like Michelin steered me wrong this time. It wasn't a bad meal. I just had higher expectations for it. After over a week of delicious food at cheaper restaurants, I expected better service and better food here.

This is a quaint seafood place frequented by celebs. The restaurant is located in Cascais center,…read morebetween the bay and the fish market. If you enjoy seafood, this is the restaurant to visit. We went as a group of 10+ with a reservation. It got pretty busy at dinner time. Try their recommended Portuguese red wine. It was one of the best that I have had. We did the Menu 3 with Seabass, Tuna, Swordfish and Sole. The fish was perfectly done and served with garlic olive oil. The service was exemplary.

When you ask if I want "water", then charge me $6 for it, I feel ripped off. Other prices are…read moreunreasonably high.

I saw outside. Beautifully placed terrace to watch people watch. It was chilly and the waitress…read more(without asking) brought me a blanket. She also offered recommendations which was very helpful. The cod was delicious. Well seasoned and cooked. No complaints. Anyone that is looking for a good meal and even better service, come here.

I'm surprised by the mixed reviews. Our recent visit did not disappoint. Came here on a whim after…read moreour tour of the castles. We happened to look up restaurants on Travel Advisor and this one was highly rated. The outside dining area was appealing but as we walked inside, I was drawn in by the decor - clean, cozy, and serene. Their bathroom was stunning immersed in green tile. We were seated in the back next to a window with a beautiful view. Service was attentive yet unintrusive. We were so hungry and ordered quite a few dishes: Starters: Bread/Butter Olives Foie Gras White Anchovies Prawns with Garlic Main dishes: Caesar Salad (enough to be shared by 2 people) Steak was served medium rare and came with fries Bacalhau - Cod EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING was delicious!! I did not realize that the Caesar Salad came with chicken. It was a meal of its own. However, the steak and cod were the highlight of our lunch experience! The steak was well-seasoned and tender. They made sure it was prepared medium rare. The cod was also tasty paired with sauteed greens and their version of mashed potatoes. Such a beautiful restaurant. This spot is a hidden gem in Sintra - give it some love and check it out.

We had 1.5 hours to get something to eat before getting picked up by our tour bus. So time was of…read morethe essence. We first went to O Pescador on the recommendation of our tour guide. But I guess everyone got that memo too, because there were several people waiting ahead of us. So looking next door was Mariscaria. After looking over their menu we decided to eat there. Obviously a lot of seafood. Emenu though isnt as extensive as most places in America. Customer service is OK. I do love how tip/gratuity is not automatically included in the price of the meal here in Lisbon (take notes America). Took a long time for our food, even our appetizer, to come out. By then the wines were already room temp. But all was forgiven when the food came out. Im a firm believer that its better to do a few things really well, then to have a lot but do them mediocre. The food here was amazing!! So fresh. You can taste their natural flavors. We ordered their octopus salad. Nothing like what you see in America. Small amount of greens only. The octopus was the star as it should be. Not chewy. Flavored well. It was really good. Truly an appetizer. For entree we got their mixed seafood platter that serves 2. Its 65 euro, but the quality was amazing. And the portion was really good too. My wife left full and happy. There were several different seafoods on the plate. There was sea bass, tuna steak, squid, salmon and some fingerling potatoes. Added some lemon juice on them and they were amazing!! Each cooked to perfection. Flavors were all different. Textures. Cooking methods. All different. All very good!! Potatoes were the perfect starch to go with it. We had their vinho verde (a thing in Lisbon, never heard of it before), which wasent actually green. Had a subtle green tinge to it. But it was just dry. Not very good. I also had their red sangria. It was really good. Sweet. Fruity. They wvwn left the fruit in there for me to eat. After a liter pitcher of that, I was feeling good!! Ambiance hwre is beautiful. Nice shade covering to protect you from the sun. I really enjoyed the outdoor seating. Smoking in restaurants is something new to me. Its disgusting to me, in my personal opinion, but its not the restaurants fault. Overall though. The food was really good. Simple yet complex. Beautifully balanced. Tasted amazing. Took a little of time for the food to come out, but this place is worth the wait.

Vacation Time - we definitely loved being in Portugal because there is so much seafood to enjoy !…read moreThis was one of our last places on this trip. Hubby and I ordered the Sea Bream and it was fresh as ever! So good ! Lovely service and warm weather had us sitting outside and enjoying the Euro Summer vacay !! Loved every moment of our time here !

Definitely make a reservation online, but be aware that they charge €25 per person to secure it…read more The good news is that this amount goes toward the cost of your meal. First off, the bread they serve at the beginning is delicious, so definitely keep it at the table! It'll be perfect when you order the shrimp or clams in garlic sauce because you'll want to soak up every last bit of that delicious sauce. My top recommendations are the giant shrimp (my fave), the shrimp in garlic sauce, and the steak sandwich at the end (be sure to order the steak RARE!)

Once you eat here, you'll understand what the hype is all about. We got a table without a…read morereservation, but it was about 9 PM at night on a Friday. Holy moly, though, we are so happy that we made the trek from our hotel to this restaurant. We shared one of their giant tiger prawns on sea salt that they are so famous for, along with garlic clams in a white wine, broth, and garlic shrimp. OMG it was all SO delicious, and we couldn't get enough of the broth that came with the clams. Definitely get the bread that they offer because you need something to scoop up all that yummy garlic butter. We were also super excited because they had gluten-free bread to offer, which made my friend and partner so so happy! The service was excellent, and the server went so far as to advise us that we had originally ordered too much food, and recommended we removed one of our original selections. We're so happy that he did, because we were stuffed afterwards. The ambience is so lively, we were seated at a communal table meant for eight, so we shared it with another party, but it didn't feel too cramped. Yes, it is a bit pricier for sure, perhaps one of our most expensive in Lisbon, but well worth it. Make reservations ahead of time if you can, and ask servers for recommendations based on your preferences. Keep in mind that some of the prices are based on a kilogram, so if you want just one or two pieces, it won't be so expensive. You won't be disappointed!

Start to finish - this was a spectacular experience…read more Uber fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, masterful grilling and attentive service gives this tri-level eatery with spectacular views every reason to linger and have another wine and take your time with coffee and desert. Don't forget to walk in the sand after your glorious meal. Parking is a little tricky. Definitely worth the drive. I will be back!

Good food, good service. spectacular location! Worth the trip. The scenery is breath taking!read more

Great atmosphere, food, and wonderful services. Our families of 12 were at this restaurant and we…read moreloved the experience.

Atrocious Service. Avoid This Restaurant…read more My girlfriend and I came here for a celebratory dinner, and the service completely ruined what should have been a special evening. After finishing our meal and requesting the bill, we were ignored for an entire hour. Our waiter repeatedly walked past our table and continued serving every table around us without once checking on us or bringing the bill. After waiting an unbelievable 60 minutes, I finally had to flag him down just so we could pay and leave. Because of the appalling service, I left a small tip. Instead of apologizing for abandoning our table for an hour, the waiter sarcastically asked, "Only ___ euros?" The entitlement and complete lack of professionalism were astounding. The waiter with the mohawk was a serious problem. I created a Yelp account specifically to warn others about this experience. I have never felt so blatantly ignored at a restaurant, especially while watching the same waiter attentively serve everyone around us. We will absolutely not be returning. If you value even a basic level of service or respect, I strongly recommend going somewhere else.

Super fresh food! Accommodating on preferences! Staff very attentive and knowledgeable.read more

Cyndy's Bottom Line: If you want seafood this is the place for you…read more We stopped in per recommendation of our concierge. Ordered the variety of seafood platter for 3-4 people. Delicious seafood platter with a variety of items. The eating accessories provided. A hammer, pick, pliers and lots of napkins. Friendly attentive service. Our waiter Nuno was awesome! He provided recommendations on how to remove the shell.

Absolute gem. AMAZING FOOD. Let me say that again AMAZING FOOD. Great prices. Great service. A true…read morewinner. I'd give it 6 stars if I could.

They open at 12:15pm, and there's already a line outside, so be prepared to wait. And while you're…read morewaiting, grab a menu (near front of line) to see what you want to order. This is a cute, quirky restaurant that feels like you're dining in someone's home. I tried the candied pork cheeks, sardine sandwich, mushrooms with roasted vegetables, octopus, and fried cuttlefish. Everything was good, but the fried cuttlefish was definitely the standout! The other dishes were just okay and didn't leave much of an impression. Maybe I didn't order the right things, but overall, the meal was decent rather than memorable.