One of the best meals we had on our trip! Tapisco features a bar counter in front of the open kitchen, which I highly recommend you get a seat at if able. Watching the chefs in their element preparing the dishes was so cool; for such a tight space, they were a well-oiled machine. Here were my favorites: 1. The tomato soup with egg. So, so simple, with only two main ingredients, but perfectly executed. I'll need to try making this at home with the immersion blender. 2. Pan con tomato with jamón ibérico. I'm sitting here writing this review and crying a little on the inside that we in the States don't have such easy access to quality ingredients to make such a stand-out dish. Grilled bread, tomato spread, and the best jamón I've ever tasted. This was an order we added at the very end and I'm glad we did. 3. The sweet rice pudding with cinnamon ice cream and toasted rice krispies on top. I was almost too full to function by this point but still made room to demolish this dessert. We also got the grouper stew, which was pretty good, but at that point, I had basically gotten the same dish multiple times and this one didn't particularly stand out. Definitely make reservations! There are two seats on the street but I personally wouldn't want to sit there as there's a ton of foot traffic in the area (plus the cars drive pretty close too so you're also breathing in fumes and exhaust). A perfect dinner in Lisbon: oysters at Rosamar one street over and then some tapas and drinks at Tapisco. read more

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Tapisco absolutely lives up to the hype--and then some. This intimate, buzzy spot blends Spanish flair with Portuguese soul, delivering tapas that feel elevated yet comforting. The standout--and must-order--dish is the cod with egg (their refined take on the classic bacalhau). It's silky, savory, and perfectly balanced, with the egg adding richness without overpowering the delicate salt cod. Truly iconic and reason alone to come here. Other highlights included the mussels, pan con tomate with jamón ibérico, and the seafood rice, which is deeply flavorful and ideal for sharing. Every plate arrived beautifully presented and thoughtfully seasoned. The space is chic and energetic with an open-kitchen vibe. Service was polished and knowledgeable, though it gets busy fast--reservations are essential even for a Sunday night. Tapisco is ideal for a stylish night out, a special dinner, or anyone wanting to experience modern Portuguese cuisine done right. Memorable and crave-worthy. read more

The seafood paella was excellent. My husband loved the steak. The staff was super friendly. read more

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Just landed in Lisbon and headed straight to Tapisco for my first meal, and wow what a welcome. As a Michelin recognized spot, my expectations were up there, and I'm happy to say they fully delivered. First impressions: the ambiance was warm and stylish with an open kitchen concept. The staff was super friendly, spoke English fluently, and made me feel right at home. I wanted to try everything on the menu, but I limited myself to two dishes: 1) Fried Eggs with Potatoes & Iberian Meat 2) Salted Cod with Confit Egg Yolks Both plates were visually stunning, but the Salted Cod was the real standout. They recommended mixing everything together, and the result was this elevated cod hash which is completely unique and packed with flavor. It's not something I've had before, and I'll definitely be thinking about it long after the trip. With a glass of red wine, my total came to $67 USD which, for a Michelin-tier experience, felt totally fair. Would I come again? Absolutely. read more

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My first time to visit Lisbon and my son recommended this restaurant that he found during his university semester abroad studies. We were lucky and got a reservation to this authentic Iberian restaurant on a Friday evening. Thank you for the wonderful service and delicious dinner. It was a great evening. read more

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I had found this place on a couple of lists when planning my trip to Lisbon, so I decided to walk in one evening for dinner. I was seated at the bar where you could watch the staff creating each dish. The decor here is very lovely and inviting with its bright red and wooden notesz The waiter suggested that I add the octopus salad to my order and he was absolutely correct. Let me tell you, when I took the first bite, I was transported to a different plane. Words cannot describe how good this salad was. I'm extremely grateful that my server suggested this dish. This salad alone was worth the trek uphill. Then came the salted cod à bras. This dish was also very good, but I felt like it needed something extra. I'm also willing to admit that I'm not the best versed at what it should taste like but I think justtttt a small pinch seasoning would have made this a next level dish. Overall, an amazing spot for dinner if you're ever in the neighborhood! read more

The service, food and venue were amazing. The octopus salad, ceviche and mushrooms with rice were excellent . The recommended wine was very nice. Best food experience in Lisbon this trip. read more

I'm not sure what everyone else is eating but this place stinks. Visually, the place is aesthetically pleasing but that was about all it was. We came here on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch. We weren't too hungry so we decided to just go with some small items. This is when it all went south. We ordered sparkling water. The waiter repeated sparkling water. We received flat. Fine, he made a mistake. We went with the mushroom pica pau, Prawns al Ajillo, and squid ink paella. The waiter warned us the they use oyster sauce and soy sauce in the pica pau so it can be a bit salty. We're Asian and am very familiar with both ingredients. I also love salt in general so we said fine. Oh boy the pica pau was not fine. It was beyond salty. Again, we're familiar with the ingredients do not sure how they managed to do that. But he did warn us so we took that as our own fault. Then the prawns came and that was super salty. It's garlic and oil, why is it so salty? Then our paella came and it was again salty and dry. And I've never had paella with such frugal ingredients. It was a few pieces of shrimp and some tiny bits of squid. Horrible and inedible. And beyond the food, then service was incredibly slow. We had to ask them to just bring everything out when ready. At some point, we finished our flat water and asked for sparkling again. The lady came to change our water glass. This is water, not wine. If she did that and got us our water, it would've been considered good service. However she swapped our glass then took another 10-15 minutes to bring the sparkling. At least it was correct this time. We do not recommend this place. No idea how it has such a good rating. read more

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I normally am not so harsh in reviews, but I am in shock this place earned a Michelin rating and does not have a low average on Google and yelp across the board. In all my years of traveling just for the sake of finding a great restaurant experience, this was one of the biggest let downs. Here is my experience from front to back: We were confused where the front door was because there was a table literally placed up against the front door with a server presenting wine to a guest. We walk over to the open window and the bartender, assuming we had no reservation, immediately says "we are busy tonight, no open tables." To which we said we did have a reservation and he told us that door was indeed the front door. Upon seating, service was okay while getting water/wine, didn't take long. However I just have to say it is incredibly tight and stressful inside. Not intimate, tight. Servers do not let you pass by them when going to the bathroom, and they are constantly running around looking incredibly stressed out. Our server took no care in explaining the menu which I assume is because they are overloaded. Our "bread with chefs olive oil" came without olive oil and when I mentioned this still took 10 minutes to receive (to which he apologized and admitted he forgot.) However, when my girlfriend ordered mushroom rice and received seafood rice our server ACTUALLY ARGUED with her even though the two of us and even the table next to us (having a similar experience) all vouched for her. Besides all this stress, the food was just not worth it. Nothing was necessarily flavorless, but absolutely not tasty or eye-catching. We had duck rice, mushroom rice, bread, and prawns. Again, I am absolutely shocked this has a Michelin rating. Absolutely will never recommend or come back. Maybe you have to know someone to get nice service here? read more

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Came here for lunch. Definitely make sure you make reservations. We saw multiple people get turned away at the door asking to do walk-in seating. Place has an upscale vibe. Multiple servers float around at all times and tend to your every need. Food and wine were all delicious, nice blend of Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. Wish I tried a cod fish dish but we were too full. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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Make a reservation and ask to sit at the counter. This spot is fantastic. We ate through the menu over three dinners. The space is beautiful and small The chefs and waitstaff are very welcoming. All the cold and hot tapas were perfection The paella,octopus salad and all rice dishes were delicious. read more

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Lisbon offers many wonderful food choices. It seems as you can't go wrong with some of the top Michelin star restaurants around. (Which there are many) I believe Tapisco rises above, offering amazing food, incredible service all at an extremely approachable price. Tapisco offers a lunch service, so if you can get a dinner reservation (which can be very challenging) the lunch options is a great option to not miss this amazing restaurant. Tapisco is in a small space and does not have a "fancy" Michelin star attitude. Instead, it lets the amazing food, attention to detail and attentive service do its talking. 5 out of 5 and be sure to order the Bomba de Lisboa. You'll never think of a ham croquette the same way ever again. read more

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We stopped by last minute and were lucky to get a table. First, the staff were fantastic! You can tell the passion they put into providing a great experience. The Iberico croquettes and tomato bread for our starters were tasty and a great way to start our meal. The huevos rotos could have used a little hot peppers to elevate the taste, but the yolk of the eggs provided a creaminess to the dish. The star of the dinner was the duck rice! My wife and I could not stop talking about how pan-licking good this dish was for us. This was the best meal of our entire trip to Portugal and Spain. I want the recipe! For dessert, the flan was a nice way to end the meal and the sweet rice pudding was also delicious (though was uniquely plated). Next time we visit Portugal we're definitely stopping here again. read more

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We were looking forward to dining here the most in our trip but we were disappointed by our experience. The service was very slow and there were awkward and very long gaps in between dishes. The food was good, don't get me wrong, but because of the long wait we were left with a sour taste in our mouths. It's a good place to come to if you want to talk a lot and have a very long meal but we had things to do and kind of got bored waiting. The green bean tempura was good but got tiring very quickly because it is fried. I would order this if we had three or more people because for two people, it's too much. It wasn't good when it was cold. Which it got because we had to wait a long time for our food. The bacalau a bras was very fresh and my husband liked it the most whereas I liked the octopus rice better. read more

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Tapisco is the one Michelin star restaurant from Chef Henrique Sa Estrela whose restaurant Alma has two Michelin starts. Chef Sa Estrela's mastery of his craft is obvious and impressive. The food is amazing and service is casual yet excellent. Tapisco is a small restaurant, but it is always full and the vibe is lively. read more

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I found this place on a Yelp search for restaurants near our hotel. I'm still not a huge TripAdvisor fan. I tried to make a reservation the day of but there were no options so we decided to get there 15-20 min before opening to snag a table. That seemed to be the preferred method as we were not the only ones waiting on line. In front of their door, they heavily advertised their Michelins bib gourmand status. We sat by the bar which faced an open kitchen. It was soothing watching the meals being prepped. To start, we each had a glass of the vinho dao which was only 5 euros. It always shocks me how much more expensive wine is in the States. Then we had the vinho verde, which was more complex. For food, we shared the below: 1) Octopus salad - 5/5 very refreshing with the right amount of citrus 2) La bomba de Lisboa - 5/5 perfectly fried with a creamy meaty filling. 3) Balcalhau with garlic potatoes -3/5 it felt like the dish was truly lacking in flavor. The potatoes were well cooked but I felt like it needed more salt and the spinach was bland as well. Upsetting bc Portugal is known for their balcalhau! 4) Entrecôte: 4.5/5 cooked well but it's almost like they heard us complain abt the lack of salt on the potatoes and decided to salt the steak morel 5) legumes: 4/5 lots of different vegetables with deliciously toasted nuts. Too salty. Overall, I would recommend! read more

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Excellent food. Tomato soap was next level and the duck rice hit the spot. Service was amazing and attentive. There was a wait but we had no reservation and they had a cocktail window so we could get a drink and hang while we waited about 30 mins.. perfect time read more

Amazing modern Portuguese tavern. We were lucky to grab a spot at the counter for a drink before our table was ready and had the chance to view the kitchen - very cool experience. Food was very good and the servers were very kind and helpful. Duck rice was delicious, tuna tartare was the star of the show, and the pan con tomate was also very good. The huevos rotos were the least favorite item - all components were fresh and great quality but I would have liked more peppers and onions or a bit of spice. read more

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wow, what a cool place....very Portuguese. If you are good with the usual fish then you will love this place. Service was excellent. I really liked the food but my wife wasn't a fan due to the fish but admitted there was nothing wrong. They did a great job of disguising the cod fish. Will dollar go back. read more

Had dinner reservations here one night and enjoyed our food. The croquettes were delicious and maybe my favorite part. Both the octopus salad and the seafood paella were good. The caramel port flan was the best dessert we ordered (though a bit small). I recommend the crema catalana as well, especially if you're a fan of that dish. The space is very pretty and I think the designers did a great job with the space--lots of warm copper and red tones throughout in a way I haven't seen before. The service was generally good, but something about it came across just a tad stuffy, cold, or just a little wooden. I can't put my finger on it exactly. read more

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Great experience with our servers. We split the paella and got the fried cuttlefish as our appetizers. Both were incredible!! The paella was exactly what we wanted with a bit of a kick though a little soupy but nothing a side of bread couldn't soak up!! Their cocktails were delicious too! Over read more

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: @tapisco.pt in Lisboa, Portugal (Verdict: No Potatoes) Tapisco Lisboa. Tapisco's huge bright red doors got our immediate attention as it was opening for lunch this noon. Not to mention the Michelin 2021 Rated sign right up front totally had me at hello. We were shopping this Barrio Alto area and decided to stop in for a snack and a glass of vino. Couldn't pass up trying "Croquetas de Jamon Ibérico" at a Michelin Rated Restaurant. We ordered and ate at their 3 seat outdoor front window bar seating area. Croquettes were to my exact liking. I always prefer them having a more well-done crispy exterior and didn't have to request it. Experience was great. Definitely recommend. Also, consider making reservations for indoor eating. A total must. They are almost always fully booked and sadly saw them turn away many people. Btw, they've been Michelin Star Rated for the last 4 years. Congrats!! @vinopotato MICHELIN Guide's Opinion: Tapisco's features a name that pretty much says it all, as it combines the words "tapas" and "petiscos". Conducted by the famous chef Henrique Sá Pessoa and... there are many dishes to share! Tapisco R. Dom Pedro V 81, 1250-096 Lisboa, Portugal read more

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An absolutely incredible meal full of amazing seafood with tasty local wine at a Michelin-starred restaurant only runs you $50. Too bad you have to fork out hundreds to fly to Lisbon first ;p It's ok, just buy a Chanel bag to recoup the cost of the flight XD Highly, hiiiiiighly recommend the Octopus Salad, the Octopus Rice, and the Strawberries with Olive Oil Cake. read more

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Incredible food that is uniquely Portuguese. The portions are exactly what you want. Order lots of things and try the cream catalana.

This place is a must when visiting Lisbon. They received Michelin Bib Gourmand sign meaning that you can have exceptionally good food at moderate price. This is for a good reason, no doubt about it!! Place is usually packed during peak hours but you have two options: either wait outside and order drinks from the window they have open, to have your time fly by more happily :) Option 2: Make a reservation earlier and go to explore beautiful city and come back when the time comes. We chose second option but drinks followed regardless :). The menu is simple, well described and not overwhelming with great selection of local wines and porto. We ordered: Marinated Olives: We loved their olives. This is always a good start to pair with wine. Octopus Salad: as an avid fans of octopus served in any dish we had to try their salad. It was delicious with noticeable hints of smoked paprika soaked in citrusy vinaigrette. Tuna Tartar: definitely one of the top ones we had eaten so far. Very fresh with radish, chives, avocado and wasabi eggs. This is an appetizer I could eat everyday. Prawns al Ajillo: the biggest ones they are serving. You pay for two pieces, simply grilled but served from heaven. We chose basmati rice side dish which was so buttery and flavorful making itself a perfect combination. Do not forget to squeeze the juice from the prawns heads, this is the best natural seafood sauce ever!! We had a bottle of our favorite Alvarinho to compliment our food. Overall the staff is very friendly and the place is very welcoming, packed with people who came to enjoy the Portugal culture, food, enjoyment. Tapisco will be in our memory for long time :) read more

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Excellent food and friendly service. Well worth the wait. If I'm ever back in Lisbon, this will be on top of my list!

AMMAZINGG!!!!! this place had lines out the door on Saturday evening, so we went back on Sunday around 6:30 and were seated right away at the bar. The sweetest hostess seated us and took care of us the rest of the evening. The space had a cozy and Spanish vibe to it. We were so happy to see that they had a great Spanish wine selection. We ordered a bottle of white, from the Rueda Region. We then proceeded to order the octopus salad and Tomato bread with Jamon. The octopus was cooked perfectly and the red pepper salsa that came with it was incredible. The tomato bread was crispy on the outside and soft in the inside, making it perfect! We also agreed to the olives and bread appetizer, which they charge 1.50 euros for, but so worth it! For dessert we went with the dark chocolate mousse and the strawberry shortcake. The mouse is very decadent and rich, with drizzles of olive oil throughout. For a chocolate love like myself, I was loving it! The strawberry shortcake was excellent, too! I highly recommend both. The chef was so sweet and checked on us throughout the evening, making sure we liked what we ordered. Tapisco is a place not to be missed in Lisbon! read more

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I usually don't rate places, but I wanted to go out of my way to share how incredible this meal was. If possible, you should recommend to sit at the bar so you can see them make the food. Octopus salad was great, bacalhau a bras incredible (best I've had thus far), and the dark chocolate mousse was great. Would recommend this spot to anyone! 12/10 read more

Tapisco was an amazing restaurant to visit. It is a small location, so you may need to call in advance. The interior environment was very cozy and intimate. I sat at the bar, next to the expo, and got to see the magic happen. The line chefs worked like a well-oiled machine. The floor staff was very kind, attentive and spoke English. I had ordered the octopus salad, salted cod, and chocolate mousse. Everything was fantastic. I highly recommend. read more

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What an amazing dining experience! I made reservations far in advance because I knew I wanted to try this restaurant.

The food was amazing! The service very welcoming and professional. Beautiful atmosphere... we sat at the counter and loved it. Very chic crowd... fabulous experience! read more

I found this on the Michelin guide and it definitely did not disappoint. This place is a mix of Portuguese (hence Tapiscos) and Spanish tapas. I really enjoyed the octopus salad and the salted cod in egg yolk was definitely new for me. It had a really unique flavor with olives on top. It was nice to be able to see the chefs making food in front of you if you are able to snag a bar seat. The waiters were quite attentive and were very accommodating. Definitely recommend. read more

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P Top notch Spanish tapas in Lisbon. We walked in for an early lunch, but reservations are recommended. read more

EXQUISITE from start to finish. Ambiance, staff, cocktails, wines, FOOD. We had two gin cocktails, both were delightfully nuanced and delicious. 5/5 Pan con tomate y Jamon Iberico de Bellota. Perfectly crunchy yet chewy baguette, the freshest most savory tomato puree, of course topped with the ham. 5/5 Tartari de Atum con abacate e "ovas" de wasabi. Hard to stop eating this. DONT WANT TO STOP eating this. Textures and flavors were perfectly balanced. 5/5 Gambas al Ajillo. So salty and lovely, had me licking my fingers. 5/5 Bacalhau a Lagareiro. Classic Dish, beautiful crust on the cod, again couldn't stop eating! read more

I love this place so much that I went there for lunch two days in a row. It's the brainchild of a Michelin two-starred chef and is a casual place with table and bar seating. The staff is young and attractive, but more importantly they are competent and enjoy their jobs. They know the menu and cocktails well. The first lunch I had there was a starter I have had in Barcelona before, tomato bread with jamón. Every version I've ever had pales in comparison. The bread was super crisp without being like sawdust. The tomatoes were ripe and retained some texture. The ham was room temperature and so unctuous the fat just melted on my tongue. What a superb rendition of a classic dish. Next I had the cool octopus salad, which was amazing. Just the right balance of flavors, acid and oil, and the tenderest and sweetest octopus. Plus it was plated beautifully. Next up was the olive oil cake with strawberries that I think must have been cooked sous vide as they had a gorgeous texture yet retained all their flavor and color. This was served with a scoop of really good vanilla ice cream. My lunch the next day started with an incredibly delicious and well-balanced cocktail, the Majestade. It had rum, grand marnier, ginger beer, and red vermouth. Not very sweet, and oh so good. I had the amazing tomato bread with jamón again flowed by a phenomenal tuna tartare with avocado. I think it even had a little horseradish in it. It was stellar. The place itself is attractive. The restroom was sparkling clean. The food was beyond. I left both times a very happy man. read more

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Tapisco was listed as one of the top results while I searched through Yelp for recommendations. Given the positive ratings and reviews, we were determined to try it out. We didn't arrange any reservations prior to our arrival in Lisbon, so we knew our possibilities of dining here are slim. We took the chance anyway and were lucky to score seats at the bar/open kitchen area. We arrived during a weekday and it wasn't quite busy but I think we would've been denied if it was the weekend. The server who assisted us for the evening was knowledgeable and helpful with our menu choices. His service throughout our evening was exceptional! From the menu, we ordered la bomba, octopus salad, garlic clams, and patatas bravas as our tapas and the squid ink paella as our entree. My favorites were the bombas and the paella. Tapisco's take on la bombas are made of fluffy mashed potatoes with this zesty and flavorful meat mixture that centers the potato balls. With the addition of a light but also very crispy exterior, it worked so well together! The paella was undoubtedly the highlight of our meal. The fresh prawns and the addition of squid ink was the perfect seasoning to the rice. The flavor, in what I can describe, was minimally briny with the fresh taste of seafood. The rice was also cooked perfectly-not mushy and not hard, just al-dente! The server suggested to mix the aioli and rice together and I couldn't agree more! The aioli sort of rounded off the entire dish and made it more savory. This eatery is one of the restaurants owned by Michelin star chef Henrique Sa Pessoa. We chose this place unknowingly that it's owned by such talented chef. Though, while we didn't get to see him, we're glad that his team are doing an excellent job at bringing modern twists to traditional cuisines of Spain and Portugal. We're glad to have dined here and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone! read more

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Very excellent food & ambience. If you're in Lisbon you should definitely try to come here. Plan ahead because the waits can be insanely long. We came here without a reservation and waited for over an hour. It's a very popular restaurant! The food is exceptional and well worth the wait. The croquettes are exceptional and definitely should be ordered. read more

This is a Spanish and Portuguese cuisines combined! It has a cozy and modern vibe, very relaxing while watching the chefs cook your food. Tapas and mojito were really good. It is definitely worth a try! Highly recommended!!!! read more

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My Aunt and I just happened upon this place as we were disappointed we couldn't get into a neighboring restaurant, but I'm so glad we didn't! This place was super cozy and all the staff were really attentive. We opted to sit at the bar and it must be a Portuguese thing to have open kitchens? It was both interesting and entertaining to watch our food being cooked, but honestly after watching the chef debone fish for over an hour I was kinda over it. They start you off with an assortment of olives (yum!) and bread. My Aunt and I shared: Tuna poke: this was really fresh and flavorful. My Aunt even went as far as saying it was "the best" poke she's ever had. I liked that it came with mashed avocado and radishes. Clams: These were packed with flavor and such comfort food. Would definitely recommend. Mixed veggies: Meh. Hard pass on these. Mostly a filler honestly. Dark chocolate mousse: Yum!! I always want something sweet after dinner and this hit the spot. We also enjoyed a couple glasses of their white wine. Can't go wrong with wine in Portugal! In all this was a lovely restaurant and I highly recommend it! read more

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Excellent authentic Portuguese gem. Our service was extraordinary and the food was superb. Went on a recommendation from our hotel that was across the street and we were not disappointed. The mojito is the best we've ever had. read more

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