O'Manel Restaurant

1909 Main St, Bridgeport
(203) 335-1676

Recent Reviews

Paul Feldsher

Never been there before. Went for lunch. Extremely friendly atmosphere. A random stranger overheard that it was my birthday and bought us an off the menu bottle of wine. We were the only non Portuguese speakers, but didn’t feel uncomfortable. The food takes a while to arrive but was excellent. The service was attentive. The grilled octopus special was particularly good. We’ll be back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julio Cesar

Coldest beer in town! Amazing services and pretty bartenders lol , and food such delicious!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ev G

This place is not welcoming whatsoever. 5 of us came in and only said they will offer 4 even after we said how many we were.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Steve Batista

Used to be so good and yummy. Now slow and

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Seafood Paella

Dee A.

One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Always great service and delicious food. My favorite is Bacalhau à Brás - salted cod, onions and matchstick size fried potatoes with eggs. My husband had the pork and clams. We ended with chocolate mousse and flan. They are both such rich and creamy desserts. We can't wait to go back.

Joseph C.

Down Hill! I've been eating here for almost 25 years when they had actual professional waiters and waitresses and fantastic food. Unfortunately, my last several dinners have indicated that it has all gone DOWN HILL. The basics aren't even covered any longer - inexperienced wait staff, unprepared food, and old cheese cake. The garlic soup was basically bread in a bowl with very little broth and an overcooked egg (in this soup the egg yolk is not supposed to be cooked). Under cooked rice and almost raw carrots with the final disgrace being cheese cake that tasted like it had been sitting in the refrigerator for a week. I'm disappointed that after almost 25 years with the owner sitting in the corner playing with her phone and never checking on the food or customers, that I've given up on Omanel.

Adela Hogan-Caron

Food was good. Service a little slow. But all in all a good experience. Would definitely go back..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Theresa R.

We enjoy our meals at this restaurant. Nice little restaurant with big portions. We will definitely revisit.

James Gouveia

I called around 12:30 pm for a reservation and it was there. The Steamed clams in white wine and garlic sauce were great appetizers. Assorted seafood with clams, shrimp, mussels, scallops, and a half lobster in green sauce served with rice was great too. My fiancee enjoyed Pork meat with clams and potatoes in brown sauce. "Carne de Porco a Alentejana ". Also, she enjoyed the Flan and I enjoyed the Maria cookie dessert. I felt the price was fair. The service was good also. Zero complaints if I ever come back from Ma/RI I would consider stopping back in.Parking: There a lot behind the restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melissa Reyes

Wanted to try something new! My first Portugese restaurant. I love how they have a bar, restaurant, and venue. All together but separate. We started with a red Portugese wine. It was so tasty and they gave a great pour! For my entree I ordered the Peito de frango mocombique - which is chicken breast served in a spicy sauce. The sides were rice and French fries. The chicken was not spicy at all but it was moist and very flavorful. The ff and rice were really good too. Would definitely order this dish again. My friend ordered the bacalhau a bras - which is COD fish Braz style. It was chopped up and served with egg and sautéed onions. It was tasty! Could of used more seasoning or salt. But she did enjoy it! The restaurant itself is beautiful and calm. The server was great! We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Missy A.

Wanted to try something new! My first Portugese restaurant. I love how they have a bar, restaurant, and venue. All together but separate. We started with a red Portugese wine. It was so tasty and they gave a great pour! For my entree, I ordered the Peito de frango mocombique - which is chicken breast served in a spicy sauce. The sides were rice and French fries. The chicken was not spicy at all, but it was moist and very flavorful. The ff and rice were really good, too. Would definitely order this dish again. My friend ordered the bacalhau a bras - which is COD fish Braz style. It was chopped up and served with egg and sautéed onions. It was tasty! Could have used more seasoning or salt. But she did enjoy it! The restaurant itself is beautiful and calm. The server was great! We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back.

Mike Wagner

I have nothing bad to say about this place.I have never been to a portuguese restaurant!I felt very comfortable ordering,The menu was explained in detail.The price was very goodThe food was excellent!The service was top notch!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ivo Brito

I asked for Salmon and lombos de porco com camarão,we didn’t like ,doesn’t look like a Portuguese

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Maggie D.

Great Cod Fish Dishes, a little on the expensive side for the location.

Mike Lindberg

The food was amazing and

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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