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 !

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.

Absolutely amazing lunch is this beautiful spot! The waiter immediately brought us a plate of…read morelarge prawns, some soft cheese and bread as we sat and gazed out on the Atlantic! We had the sea bass prepared under salt and filleted table side, so incredibly delicious without the need for over spicing the fish. Wonderful! By far our best meal in Portugal thus far!

GORGEOUS VIEW AND DELICIOUS PORTUGUESE CUISINE…read more============================================== Our family members who live in Cascais took us to Furnas Do Guincho for dinner on July 2, 2024. Personally the only thing I don't like about Portugal is Portuguese cuisine, but when in Rome you do what the Romans do. They like Portuguese food. The view can't be beat in this restaurant, so I was a happy camper. I love seafood, but hate bacalau and I refuse to eat octopus. Both of those are extremely popular. Luckily we were able to order a whole bass for our table. My husband was the only one that won't eat seafood, but he found something else on the menu. The bass was great. We had a few bottles of their vinho verde wine which was good. My mistake of the evening was trying the barnacles. Never again. Had I not had a couple glasses of wine before then I wouldn't have even tried one. I couldn't get that taste out of my mouth for days. You are forewarned. The relatives who live there love them. If you are in Cascais definitely reserve a table near the edge so you can enjoy the view.

Off the beaten path but well worth the walk. Great views of the water, the marina, and the moonlit…read moresky at the right time of night, and far from the madding crowd. Food was exquisitely prepared (a notch above the touristy stuff I sampled elsewhere) and the service was attentive and quick. I had the ceviche app (octopus salad was sold out) and sea bass with coriander rice. Both were excellent. The ceviche was fresh, tasty and you are given a good amount. Hard to tell what everything was, but there were definitely different kinds of shellfish and fish in there. The sea bass was cooked just right and the accompaniments were perfect. Presentation was also very cool as the thin filets were rolled into two spirals (without breaking). All in for two courses, glass of wine and tip was 44 Euros.

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The seafood tray for two was beyond delicious. Went here last July 2025. Staff, ambiance and food…read morewas excellent.

My husband and I chose Mar do Inferno for our anniversary after hearing it was one of the premier…read moredining experiences in Cascais. Unfortunately, it ended up being the most disappointing--and most expensive--meal we've had during our month in Portugal. The experience got off to a poor start. The hostess wasn't welcoming, and when I politely asked if we could sit closer to the window, I was told those tables had been reserved weeks in advance. We had also made a reservation for our anniversary, so that was disappointing. We were seated behind a pillar instead. Throughout the evening, not a single member of the waitstaff smiled. They all looked unhappy to be there, which created a surprisingly cold atmosphere. None of the staff ever came by to ask how our meal was, and no one acknowledged our anniversary. The restaurant itself wasn't nearly as elegant or luxurious as its reputation suggests. Aside from the lobster tank, the décor and atmosphere felt rather ordinary. To make matters worse, our view overlooked a wire fence and a parking area instead of the beautiful ocean setting we had expected. There were also several odd service issues. I ordered a gin martini. They said they were out of green olives, so I requested a lemon twist instead. The drink arrived with black olives and a lemon twist, which was confusing. As for the food, the complimentary bread with the crab pâté was excellent and easily the highlight of the meal. Unfortunately, everything after that was underwhelming. The sea bass was bland and forgettable, and the vegetables were overcooked to the point of being mushy. What made the evening especially disappointing is that every other restaurant we've visited in Cascais has been wonderful. Friendly, smiling staff checked on us, made us feel welcome, and served memorable meals--often at much lower prices. Given Mar do Inferno's reputation and premium prices, we expected an exceptional dining experience. Instead, we left wondering how it has earned such glowing reviews. I genuinely hope management takes a close look at the service, atmosphere, and food quality, because right now the restaurant simply doesn't live up to its reputation.

First off, you need to make a reservation. The restaurant is small and very popular. I was able to…read moremake a reservation for the same day though, because luckily Portugal had a World Cup match that night. We sat inside the cantina side. Our server was adorable and bubbly with a great sense of humor. She did get really busy though toward the end of our meal and it was a challenge to flag her down for our check. With that said, she provided exceptional service earlier. This is the kind of place you want to go to with others who love tasting a variety of dishes. I went with my family who is not into that concept, and so I had to choose just one dish that I would not be sharing, as no one else wanted to share theirs either. Some of the dishes were quite small, but mine was not! I ordered the octopus which was cooked to perfection and had a mix of potatoes and greens underneath. Would definitely order this again! It was one of the best octopus dishes I've ever had. The one thing we did share was the croquettes. They were delightful, but kind of expensive as they were 1.70Euros each and were literally one bite, but a very flavorful bite at that. I also had a few glasses of their summer sangria which I rather enjoyed. I would return here when in Cascais again, but maybe with a different group of people so that we can treat it as tapas as it should be instead of individual dishes. There's so much more I want to try from their menu!

Excellent food. Amazing service! we would definitely come here again. if you're in the area, stop…read morehere for great drinks and delicious food.

First thing to note. The address on YELP is old. They are roughly a 10 minute drive from Cascais…read moreand it is in the middle of a residential neighborhood. The new place is wonderful. You can have the option of dining outside if the weather permits. We had the black shrimp risotto, which was wonderful. The baked octopus was delish, and the Leg of lamb was also wonderful. Maine was reasonably priced and very good. I wish I could remember our server's name but, she was attentive and very helpful. I will definitely be back again.

Food is amazing! Service is spectacular and the people are so friendly. The ambience is cool with a…read moretouch of elegance. Super recommend!

Pretty restaurant right on the beach. Seafood is fresh and delicious. LOVED the clams bulhão pato-…read morerecommend ordering bread for soaking up the garlicy lemon white wine sauce. Whole fish baked in salt was perfectly cooked. An impressive dish, de-boned tableside and served with sides.

Beautiful restaurant with excellent food and service and an incomparable view of the ocean next to…read moreyour table. They do sit you down with a couple of dishes on your table that are not complimentary so keep that in mind. You can decline them. Definitely the freshest in fish and seafood!

Quite possibly one of the best restaurants I've been to. There are huge windows that overlook the…read morewater not too far away. The ambiance is light and airy and the staff were kind. We were given bread and olives to start (including gluten-free bread - woohoo!) We ordered vino verde for the table. We were shown many options of fresh fish and were told the different ways we could have it prepared. My sister, husband, and myself got the sea bass cooked in salt and enjoyed with potatoes and green beans. It was absolutely delicious. If I find myself in the area again (I sure hope I do!), I will gladly be back.

Cascais is an affluent area right across the bay from Lisbon. This restaurant is located on the…read morecliffs just above the ocean with great views and spectacular food. Keep in mind that with the location, view and great food comes a price tag, but worth it if you are a foodie. We started with octopus salad (incredible if you like octopus), shrimp cooked in olive oil and spices, and a half dozen oysters. My cousin's husband ordered a 4.4 lb lobster and loved it. Needless to say, he ordered no sides. My cousin and I split a whole fish cooked Portuguese style with potatoes and some veggies. Waiter brought it whole, but deboned it and served it for us. Service was as expected from a high end restaurant. Decided to go to Belem in Lisbon for nata, so skipped dessert. Overall, if you have an important business deal, a special occasion or just want a great meal, O'Faroleiro will make it special. Cheers!

My favorite and always reliable. Great menu and something for everyone. I always get their fish of…read morethe day!

Small restaurant on a small square. With some local guests at the tables, when we came. Batel mixed…read morefish was very very good.