The service was wonderful and the food was delicious.... many courses, portioned perfectly. We…read moreenjoyed it all! Two of the members of are party are Gluten Free and they were able to enjoy everything; in fact, the Gluten Free bread, made by a local baker, was absolutely delicious!!

We walked in with a group of 6 at 2:30 pm not expecting to get in but thankfully there was a spot…read morefor our group if we split up. It's a small restaurant and reviews all said to have a reservation but we lucked out! We loved the set menu experience and especially enjoyed all the unique dishes prepared with local and seasonal ingredients! Each dish was explained in perfect English by our waitress too. The food was incredible, loved everything about this town and our unique and memorable lunch in Évora!

Fresh seafood and reasonable prices. Settled on a hilly street . Make sure to try the octopus…read moresalad for a real treat . Good service and fresh food make this place worth a try

The restaurant is away from tourist neighbor. But I suspect its target customers are tourists…read more They play American pop music all night long which is fine with me, but if you are looking for a local experience, this may not what you expected. Pastries de Bacalhau - the crust was not brown enough. May be longer time. The stuffing was flavorful but it's more the cod taste than the flavored mash potatoes which I prefer. I actually prefer the other local restaurant I tried the night before better. Caldo Verde - The potatoe part of the soup is great. Perfect viscosity but the flavor is not. It wasn't salty enough but more importantly is the flavor of the veggies and the spicy sausage they supposed to use that makes the soup taste different. Grilled giant pawns - The flavor of the prawns is not as intense as expected and hope to be. The squid ink pasta also lacked of flavor. That's disappointing. With the prawns, they should at least use the prawn shell to make sauce for the pastas. The pasta was tasteless, didn't even use enough garlic and olive oil to flavor it up. Seafood rice - Another disappointment. They used fish, small mussels and little bit of shrimp pieces along with some bigger whole shrimps and mussels. However, the rice was lack of the true seafood flavor that made from shell fish. They also added cilantro which overwhelmed the whatever left of seafood flavor. The lemonade was not a sweet lemonade but sour. Fyi. It's not fair we just went to another restaurant in the neighborhood and everything was so much better but people should know.

The BEST meal I have had since arriving to Portugal! Quaint restaurant off the Main Street and a…read more4 minute walk from the M'ar de Ar Aqueduto Hotel. We ordered the mushrooms, and garlic shrimp for starters (must have bread to soak up the rich drippings. For dinner we ordered the Pork Cheek and Tornedo (filet of beef) both were perfectly prepared and so tender. The dessert of the day which was a poached pear and vanilla ice cream was light and a nice finish. If you are looking for exquisite dining in a cozy and welcoming setting (12 tables) come and eat at this establishment which is ran by a mother (Chef) & son (Host & Server) team. I'd also recommend making a reservation on their website.

This was some of the best food we had since our visit to Portugal. Absolutely outstanding! 5+stars.read more

Restaurante O Templo is the kind of place you will walk right past if you are not paying close…read moreattention. It sits quietly in a small alley in Évora, easy to miss, especially on a cloudy, rainy December day like the one we visited. We arrived for a late lunch around 2 PM. A few things are important to know before you go. It is cash only. Reservations are absolutely required. Even at that hour, several people were turned away while we were there. The restaurant is run by just two people, and that deliberate pace defines the experience. From the moment we walked in, everything felt personal. The owner greeted us with a firm handshake and a warm welcome, immediately setting the tone for the meal. The menu is printed, but parts of it are handwritten, with certain items manually crossed out as dishes sell out. It is a small but telling detail that reflects how the restaurant operates. Only what can be cooked properly is offered, nothing more. What truly sets O Templo apart is the owner's engagement. He takes time to explain where the bread comes from, how the olives are prepared, and the origin of the olive oil. His passion is unmistakable and completely genuine. The food is cooked with care and intention. Honest, comforting, and deeply satisfying, every dish feels exactly as it should. This is not a restaurant chasing trends or volume. It is a restaurant rooted in pride and purpose. Restaurante O Templo is intimate, thoughtful, and memorable. If you find yourself in Évora and want an experience that feels truly personal, this is a place worth seeking out. Bring cash, make a reservation, and slow down once you arrive.

Cosy place off a side street. After reading so many good reviews raving about this place, I had to…read moretry it out. Was lucky enough to walk in right at opening. There are many options on the menu- but Vasco is more than happy to provide recommendations. It's clear he is very passionate about the food with many recipes passed down from his grandmother. I tried the traditional bacalao cod fish. This was a single portion and huge. House wine was delicious. Vasco was very friendly and despite being the only person serving - his wife cooks int he kitchen - service was attentive and on point. With fado music in the background , great traditional food, cozy wine cellar type of feel, this place is must visit in Evora.

The flavorful asparagus risotto hit the spot on a rainy day. The tasquinha has a lot of character…read moreand is cozy-just a few tables inside. Our server was very pleasant and the wine he suggested was great! Will return for sure.

A true authentic Portuguese dining experience. It would appear locals only, which makes this ideal…read more Being unfamiliar with the local cuisine, we went with the chef's recommendation and in no way was disappointed. We had olives and bread to start for appetizers. For the main courses, I can't say what they were in Portuguese, but one was the pork and the other was the Bacalhau à Brás. Both were truly amazing. We finished with an egg-custard type dessert, again, not sure on the name. If you stumble across this little gem, ask the owner to just take care of you and you will not be disappointed. A very full and complete meal for two, and it certainly didn't break the bank.

This was one of my most favorite meals in Portugal and definitely my most favorite bar. I wish it…read morewas in my neighborhood because I would be there every night! The owner was amazing and the food was delicious. Don't even think twice, go here.

My wife and I were in Lisbon and saw this place on Somebody Feed Phil's Lisbon episode. It is a…read morecool ferry ride across the main river and you can see the bridge and Christ statue from it. Way cool. We sat outside near the river and I ordered some sardines to start out with, these were not baby sardines like you find in the states, they were huge and perfect, they also came with a fresh salad that was also tremendous. I ordered a whole sea bream and whole fishes are my favorite thing ever and this one did not disappoint. Crispy and flaky and Phil was spot on by recommending this place. It is kind of hidden, so research where it is before you go and it is a small walk from the ferry landing. Awesome service as well, makes for five stars!

Loved it here!! Highly recommend getting here just before 7pm to get in line. We had to wait 30…read moreminutes but the people right behind us waited 2 hours to be seated. Once we were seated everything was amazing. The drinks, the food, the view! I had the cod patties, cod and chocolate mousse. These were all incredibly fresh and delicious! I highly recommend stopping here! It's more than worth it!!

This restaurante is the real deal. Authentic Portuguese, and the freshest seafood I've had in a…read morelong time. It is a family owned and operated business, and family pride gleams in everything prepared and presented to myself and my partner. The atmosphere felt local, and all were very warm and welcome. Great vibe!

GreT local seafood. Love the oysters. One Euro per one. So fresh. Very good service we'll come backread more

Outdoor seating in the center of Évora, Portugal. The service and food were standard, the prices…read morewere reasonable. We ordered: 3.5*TBbua Entradas: Appetizer board: it was very popular but we found it to be ordinary. It looked nice but the the taste was just ok. 3*PETISCO COGUME: mushrooms appetizer: bland and ordinary. 3.5*SALADA DE CAMA: shrimp salad: lots of shrimps, decent. 3*Fried cuttlefish: ok, some were too chewy .

Good and friendly service always asking it every thing is find. The texture of to olive weresuperread more

I had a simple toast and coffee and the toast was the best I've ever had! Will definitely be back!read more

So glad we stumbled upon this hidden gem. It's more than a bakery. They've got a pretty good…read morebreakfast and lunch menu.