Red Rooster Portuguese BBQ

Best iced coffee in town, #1 by far Awesome service too!…read more I go here every week quite a few times and haven't stopped, way better than Tim bottoms

Greate place for a nice reasonable prices real food meal. Toped with a beer and a nice dessert…read more Prices are great you can eat in take away. I try there catering next. Friendly people.

Couscous Salad made fresh in house!

One of many homemade daily features; Liver and Onions.

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Come in and enjoy the best Bifana (Pork Loin) Sandwich in Town on our spacious LLBO Patio!

Pollo Loco Churrasqueria

4.3(68 reviews)

1.9 km

The food was nice and tasty, chicken was good, small place , just for take out or cateringread more

"Super friendly staff, great prices, and the food was absolutely delicious! You get a ton of food…read morefor the money, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. Definitely a hidden gem--I'll be back!"

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Galina's BBQ

4.0(23 reviews)

4.0 km

Finding portuguese food was always on my to do list, but I never knew there was a family-run…read morebusiness in Maple. I was craving for the shrimp patties and the only good ones were usually downtown. I found Galina's Bbq via Yelp, so I knew I had to get some to try. I got the whole chicken dinner and I was AMAZED at the portions! For under $50, they legit packed the rice and potatoes to the top! Everything was super tasty but the shrimp patties could had been better if I reheated it in the oven. The chicken was super moist and the potatoes were so delicious. The rice was a bit too salty though. Service was great; the waitress told me her aunt opened this restaurant more than 10 years ago. The restaurant was clean and spacious, but definitely not super big. I would definitely come back for more!!

I was excited to get some Portuguese food, but was very disappointed in both the food the and…read moreservices. We arrived for a late lunch on a Sunday, the dining area was empty so we got to pick of tables. We ordered two appetizers, three entrees and a drink. The meal started out well, with some bread, butter and preserved olives. It was lovely to have something to nibble on while waiting. 30 min later, the appetizer of chirizo sausage arrived. It was set alight table side, and we enjoyed the crispy hot sausage. Unfortunately, it took another 30min for our entrees to arrive. My chicken dinner was not even warm, the veggies were overcooked and cold. The only thing hot on my plate was the potatoes, which were delicious. After such a long wait, it was disappointing to be served cold food. Also, our second appetizer never came and we had to remind the waiter not to bill us for it.

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Mercado Negro

4.2(56 reviews)

18.0 km

Paella anyone? I bet you haven't heard that in a while. And…read morehonestly, who knew it was such a Portuguese thing too? We all know Spain made it famous, but Portugal? INSANE. Back to why I do this. I'm endlessly curious about food, people, and the magic that happens when great meals meet good music. Friendships just seem to evolve naturally around a table. And thank you, E, for another incredible photo -- your choices are always perfect. Mercado on St. Clair is a hidden gem. What was once beside my mom's flower shop downtown has now found a home in a slightly more industrial setting on Caledonia -- and somehow, it works perfectly. Cozy seating inside, a great covered patio outside, and that village-style European restaurant vibe you hope to stumble across. First off, the waiter was phenomenal. He walked us through the menu, explained everything perfectly, and genuinely elevated the whole experience. The menu is massive -- meat, seafood, everything you could want -- but we came for the paella. We were told it takes time because they make it the proper way. Not overly crispy, just authentic, rich, and layered with flavour. Worth every minute of the wait. To start, we had the gambas / shrimp in a rich red garlic and herb sauce plus extra toasted bread for dipping, per our waiter's recommendation. Absolute rockstar move. The other appetizer was a delicious beef stew served over crunchy rustic bread. Simple, hearty, and top notch. Now... drum roll please. This may have been the best paella I've ever had. Okay okay, maybe somewhere along the coast in Spain I've had one fresher... but this was absolutely off the charts. Zero fishy smell. Just beautiful saffron-infused rice with that perfect slight crisp, loaded with mussels, clams, octopus, calamari, shrimp, and more. Built for two people to share and completely unforgettable. A few glasses of house white later and bam - there was absolutely no chance I was going back to work. And dessert? I kept telling myself: "No dessert, Frank. No dessert." But there's a rule in life ; if you see crème brûlée on a menu, you order it. This wasn't exactly crème brûlée, but a cheesecake-inspired version of it. Two spoons, four bites, and thank you very much. Favourite meal of the year so far. Completely blown away by this place. Mercatto -- go now. Go fast.

This is the stuff that dreams are made of! Situated in the design district, in a place you would…read morenever expect, amongst the furniture stores and industrial landscape, is a remarkable Portuguese restaurant. Everything was splendid, from the ambiance to the food. The patio itself is simply stunning, with chandeliers dangling from the ceiling, mosaics and mirrors - the European atmosphere is nice to see in Toronto. This place has lots of soul and character. The food is melt-in-your-mouth delicious and decadent! We had the warm bread, the ribs, the steak and crème brûlée. I loved every morsel! The blueberry sour drink was heavenly. This is a super star restaurant! It packs a mighty punch. We will be back!

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O Patio Churrasqueira

4.0(4 reviews)

1.8 km

Yum yum yum! This is a hidden gem located near my house. I was craving a hearty chicken dinner…read moreand I stumbled upon this restaurant. The chicken is very flavorful and juicy. You can tell that it is freshly made and the flavor is on point. I got the half chicken dinner which was enough for my family of 3! Huge portions and at a great price too. I never tasted Portuguese chicken before and I am not disappointed. I will definitely be stopping by against

I had O Patio's chicken at their original location near Keele and Lawrence and was pleasantly…read moresurprised to find out that a second location opened in my area. I stoped by after work to grab some take out for my family and was going to just order a whole chicken and a box of potatoes but the gentleman behind the cash recommended that I get the family deal ($26 after tax) which includes a whole chicken and two sides. My original order would have cost $24 after tax. I was in and out within 10mins so service is pretty quick. The establishment is pretty small but there are some tables set up for anyone that wants to dine in. Up to 10-12 people can dine at once though. The chicken here is just as good as the original location. The potatoes are good too but there are some pieces that are over cooked and a bit dry. I'll definitely come here whenever I'm craving Portuguese chicken or want to try more dishes.

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Gallo Churrasqueira

3.7(21 reviews)

3.9 km

I will ALWAYS support here! Always for Christmas and gatherings!…read more It's a little rough as it gets crazy in there. You will see staff screaming at each other, but they operate a day family and get the job done. The food is wonderful. Small inside so I wouldn't stick around to eat. It's more of a grab and go place. Price is fair for the quality and quantity you receive. I wish they would fix their website (it's been down for years) Everyone is always happy with the food I bring from here! The hot sauce ~ AMAZING

I love this place. The owner is a really honest man and treats customers like family. The cooks and…read moreservers are all super sweet and friendly. But the food is amazing. And the prices are so affordable Fresh ingredients and talented cooks are the secret behind the love that clearly goes into the food at Gallo. Their grilled chicken is off the charts. The sides are all amazing. Rice is done to perfection. Potato's are amazing But believe it or not the secret that should be spoken of is the fish. Yes. A chicken place that makes amazing fish! We have eaten here maybe a dozen times by now. And yes the chicken is amazing. But last night we ordered a paella from Gallo. And to be honest I think it was literally the best paella I ever ate in my life. Definitely the best in Canada hands down. Rivals the ones I have had in Europe. The value for the quality of food is amazing at this place. You can't go wrong and absolutely need to check it out. I will keep going here at least 2-3 times a month. Maybe more You have to check this place out. I am going to use them to cater my next event. They make large trays at unbeatable prices with top quality and taste. Can't go wrong.

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Churrasqueira Costa Verde

2.7(57 reviews)

3.5 km

I had been to Churrasqueira Costa Verde numerous of times and never been disappointed…read more The chicken here always prepared fresh right on the bbq in the open kitchen. There are so many different options for sides. I ended up feeling that I here for the sides VS the actual chicken. Getting a table to dine in might be challenging during lunch rush and dinner time. I would suggest avoiding that if you want to enjoy your food in the small dining area. The set up a little tight as the restaurant itself is really narrow. Service always fast and friendly. Great place to pick up food to go or have a quick bite.

Costa Verde is a good weekday takeout spot for Portuguese chicken. While I'm not familiar with the…read moregenre, I can confirm the chicken here is made fresh and juicy. My main differentiator was the ability to deliver a juicy and tender (while not overcooked) drumstick alongside a juicy crispy and juicy breast. Both of which were firmly delivered. While the salads/cold dishes might not seem to fresh and were just a-okay, Overall really enjoyed Costa Verde even if it's just to come back for more chicken.

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Churrasqueira Estrela

4.6(16 reviews)

17.2 km

I have been to both restaurant locations and at each the food is extremely tasty and fresh. The…read moreportions are fantastic and the service has always been warm and friendly. Highly recommend both locations for an authentic delicious Portuguese meal and experience.

Best place in the Vaughen area for Portuguese chicken…read more Chicken has always been moist and flavourful. Sides are also plentiful.

After the fact (house style steak)... Just vanished...

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House style steak

Red Rooster Portuguese BBQ

2.4(80 reviews)

3.9 km

This location is within a plaza with a lot of medical offices. I've noticed this place a few times…read morebefore and finally decided to give it a try. I ordered a 1/2 chicken and a small fries and pop. This works out cheaper than getting a combo which gives you 2 sides but no drink. The chicken was disappointing. They cut a half chicken into 4 pieces and flame grill it. This caused the dark meat to become too dry and overcooked while the light meat was passable. The sauce was decent but it was barely on the surface and did not get absorbed into the meat at all. Clearly not enough marinating time. The fries, on the other hand, were pretty awesome. They were perfectly crispy on the outside while soft on the inside. That's what bumped the rating up to 3 stars instead of 2. To summarize - avoid the chicken, get the fries and buy some sauce to take home.

A small neighbourhood restaurant in a plaza with a medical building, day care centre, and a variety…read moreof other businesses and restaurants. It's not an attractive place but they say they have Portuguese BBQ chicken and that is the appeal. But, it's not appetizing, tasty, or presented nicely. The chicken is dry. You can choke on it it's so dry. The potatoes are flavourless. Rice was descent, but with the rest not tasting so good, it stands out as a mistake. For the cost and the lack of service, I'd look elsewhere.

Great chicken

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Nicole T.

11 years ago

I always order the sliced chicken breast, potatoes and rice when I come here and definitely need a large sauce. I'm pretty certain I can drink the sauce...it's that delicious! However I always call to order ahead of time and still have to wait at least 15 mins for my order to be ready when I get there. I agree with the other reviewers the sauce should definitely be free or at the very least they should give you a little bit with the order, it's what makes the meal. I also think the prices here are a little high, yes the food is good but two orders of chicken breast and a sandwich should not be around $50. I wish they have more locations, the chicken here is mouthwatering and addictive. I've gotten catering from them before and the guests were very impressed with the food. So overall I'd recommend this place and I'm definitely coming back. read more

Elle C.

13 years ago

Red Rooster is THE BEST Portuguese restaurant ever! I always order the boneless chicken breast with rice and potatoes and a salad on the side. I've never had a bad experience here. There hot sauce is my favorite. Way to go red rooster, way.to.go. You really nail it every time. I can't wait for many more locations to open..... Maybe in Toronto? read more

Sara J.

14 years ago

Ive tried many churrasqueira's and this one is the best so far. I have ordered from them on many occasions for family functions. Love thier roasted potatos and the shrimp patties. read more

Leonardo L.

9 years ago

I pick up a small tray of so called "Seafood Mix". It was discussing!! I will never order from this place again cause making food is an art not something you though together!! read more

Robert B.

3 years ago

Amazing food, great service and amazing food! Not much seating, but again, amazing food!

Corey A.

15 years ago

Best hot sauce ever, great chicken

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