50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Fao

“Very nice and helpful service! At first we were just there to drink coke, but then we decided to eat something. We ordered the suggested fried fish dishes and were treated to two large portions. The fish seemed fresh and delicately prepared, it was served with rice and freshly made potato chips. All in all, I am very satisfied and can only recommend the restaurant!!!“

“This restaurant is located right on the Camino and should definitely be visited if you need a tasty refreshment. The grill master conjures up excellent spare ribs. In any case, half a portion is enough for a hungry person. Plus rice with beans and a delicious mixed salad. The appetizers are of course also recommended. We didn't try desserts because we wanted to hike further. The prices are very moderate and absolutely fair. The service is very courteous and attentive. Overall, highly recommended. I would like to come again.“

“(Translated by Google) The seafood is very good and comes in quantity, with excellent price-quality. For those who don't like seafood, there are still meat dishes, but you will be a little disappointed, the specialty is seafood and nothing else. It was probably the best seafood I've ever had.(Original)O marisco é muito bom e vem com quantidade, com o preço-qualidade excelente. Para quem não gosta de marisco ainda tem os pratos de carne, mas vai ficar um pouco desapontado, a especialidade é marisco e nada mais. Provavelmente foi do melhor marisco que já comi.“

“I liked the squid with potatoes and vegetables!The tonic gin is excellent!Congratulations to this wonderful team! [Original] Gostei das lulas com batata e legumes! O gin tónico é excelente! Parabéns ao este equipa maravilhoso!“

“A restaurant with an eclectic and very complete menu. Its flavors are wonderful and it is very well plated. The waitresses made the experience incredible with their attention and kindness. If you pass by, you can't always eat in a castle.“

“Mandatory stop if you pass through Povoa, it is a restaurant in a large library with a unique and very cozy atmosphere.
Everything perfect, exquisite service and food, excellent quality/price ratio.
I would return without hesitation, it is a unique, unique and highly recommended place.“

“Great experience! Food quality super good! Heartwarming welcome !

Parking: Paid parking but not expensive!

Kid-friendliness: Quiet for the little ones

Wheelchair accessibility: Slopes are put“

“Lovely place in the heart of Pòvoa de Varzim. Hope atmosphere with tasty authentic food.Will be back next time I’m visiting the town.Thank you for the experience :)

Vegetarian options: Had tofu dish which would have worked for my vegan wife too :)“

“Gula is a true gastronomic jewel, where culinary art and hospitality come together to create a unique experience. From the elegance of the decor to the meticulous preparation of the dishes, every detail is designed to delight the most demanding customers. The meat cuts are masterfully presented by Chef Sérgio Gonçalves, resulting in an explosion of flavors, while the wine list perfectly complements each meal. The service is carried out with immense professionalism and attention by the team, completing the refined and welcoming atmosphere of the restaurant. In short, Gula Steakhouse is a true gastronomic temple, where each visit is a celebration of the best that cuisine has to offer. I recommend!! ?“

“Magnificent establishment with a spectacular, clean, harmonious terrace, decorated to taste, and with details that only those who appreciate it notice, located in Castelo de Neiva.
Very well sanitized bathroom with top decoration...individual Turkish towels...a treat.
Now let's move on to the service provided by Miguel, who is a polite person with a frank smile who is always helpful.
And finally the icing on the cake...from the starters (rolled sardines/clams à bulhão pato) to the Passion Fruit Sangria to the main course Squid with prawns on the tile...and ending with a biscuit cake with salted caramel... .everything divine...and the Master of this divine food is Joana who, in addition to being a spectacular cook, is also an easy-going, affable person, concerned about everything being well...they are a top team.
We wish you all the best and we will certainly be back because the menu is top notch.
Wonder Couple“

“We loved the food, we had the executive menu. The super nice people. The only downside is that it took a long time between courses. They apologized, but that doesn't mean I have to stop commenting on it (more than 20 minutes)

Parking: on the street“

“My wife, 5 year old daughter and I just had the most lovely meal. My wife and I had the Scruff and beef rump and it was delectable and delicious. It was accompanied by a piping hot mushroom risotto and roasted vegetables. The meat was melt in your mouth and perfectly seasoned.

The kids menu was delightful. A well received vegetable soup was first. The main course was a moist and savory chicken breast with handmade potato chips (north american thin chips not the UK colloquialism for French fries). My daughter nearly ate the entire thing but the generous portion was just a little too great for her 5 year old belly.

The dessert was a simple vanilla ice cream that was creamy and not-too-sweey. A beautiful end to a fabulous meal.

We had the wonderful opportunity to meet the Chef, Rul Santos. He regaled us with some of the history of the local vermouth and the founding of the restaurant itself. We cannot recommend the restaurant enough to anyone and everyone. 5 stars!

Kid-friendliness: The kids menu was great value and it was delicious. If it were allowed I would have easily ordered it for my adult self“

“We were walking from Póvoa de Varzim to São Félix hills on a sunny day. We were using the village route as it gradually takes to top. In between at Terroso we took a break at this cafe. Very nice cosy place decorated with agricultural instruments in a pleasant way. Very helpful staff. We will go again on our next walk.“

“A couple of us went for dinner, we let ourselves be guided by the Google reviews and we didn't fail.
Very attentive and pleasant waiters, orders came out quickly and well even though the restaurant was full.
Apart from the typical starters that are typical of Portugal, they served us a Broa bread filled with cheese and mayonnaise that was delicious, we also ordered a seafood rice for two that was delicious and quite a lot for the price. That, plus a bottle of wine and a bottle of water, with coffee and dessert, were about €66 for both.
Highly recommended.

Parking: Parking on the street, right in front of the beach.“

“Our group of four ate lunch here after meeting Américo and Maria the day before, when they were closed but invited us in to talk about their gluten-free meal options for our one member with a celiac condition. We all had fish dishes that were, quite simply, remarkable. The fish was prepared very well and Maria served us at the table. The potatoes that accompanied the meal were also prepared perfectly. The atmosphere was homelike and we were all very-warmly received. We definitely recommend and will return!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options to accommodate a celiac condition.“

“Cozy atmosphere, very pleasant sea view and I don't think they take advantage of the location to charge high prices, like other restaurants do. Very good monkfish rice, but in my opinion a little too salty and with a Knorr flavor. There was nothing lost in reducing the salt. However, in my group not everyone thought this. I also ate fried cuttlefish with cuttlefish ink. In my opinion, the name of the menu is misleading. For me, it's stewed, sautéed cuttlefish, anything but fried. In the Algarve there is a dish of fried cuttlefish with ink, I thought I had ordered that, and then it had nothing to do with it. Or at least the employees should explain that it is stewed when the customer asks. We were disappointed that it wasn't what we expected. But it was good. A good restaurant. The meat looked divine, it's for a next visit. I recommend the visit“

“This was by far our best restaurant in the north of Portugal. With the choice of 4 fixed course choices or a la carte everyone can be satisfied. Small restaurant (4 tables) guaranteed personal attention. We felt as though we had a personal chef at Antonio’s house!! Perfected menu paired perfectly with wine and port. We have eaten at many world renowned restaurants and Casa do Arco can hold its own. My fear is that Michelin will here of this place and a booking will be impossible. Hands down the best restaurant in Pinhao. Don’t hesitate - treat yourself!!“

“2023: The food is impressively good. We have come two days in a row because we liked it a lot.
Very good attention.
We were also traveling with our dog, a French bulldog, and they let us pass with him.
2024: It is our second year repeating, and we will return in two days. The seafood is super good, and the service is a 10. Very good price quality. Our favorite place in this area ❤️“

“A great Italian restaurant in Lisbon, we saw it by chance and decide to try it, great staff, they speak English and Spanish. Tried the pasta and pizza and it was really good, right serving size and good drinks in the menu. Definitely will come back to try other plates.“

“Typical restaurant with excellent cuisine and extremely helpful and friendly staff. Outside tables are available with a pleasant view of the river and sunsets.
Even though the place was full, a table was made available to us in record time and Joana was extraordinary in giving us suggestions and accompanying our dinner. The dish that most captured my taste was a nice grilled sea bass shared with my wife and it was enough to satisfy our hunger. Definitely interesting sangria. Cost around €25 per head with abundant side dishes“

“A very warm welcome to a classy but casual restaurant. After being seated we were shown a platter of fish caught locally that day to help us choose! Very tasty starters followed by superb fish mains and fresh veg. I could actually taste the sea in my bream. Could see the kitchen from our table - it all looked relaxed. Reasonably priced Algarve wine to accompany. After coffees we were offered complimentary glasses of port. Superb food, great staff and fantastic value especially for the quality on offer.“

“The unbeatable service. The exquisite food. The perfect room temperature. They were full of attention; very attentive but without overwhelming. The sea bass was exquisite, with golden potatoes but less done inside. Without a doubt a reference to take into account. BBB.“

“Great place to eat well and cheaply. Neat kitchen without pretensions.
Spectacular fish.
The service is very correct and the environment, like the entire area, is a luxury.
We ate on the terrace.
Sea bream on the back with two different garnishes for two people, 35 euros“

“The food is quality at an excellent price by Spanish standards. We opted for dishes recommended by a friendly waiter who explained each one to us in Spanish. We tried the roast stingray with potatoes, which was exquisite. Totally recommended, in a quiet area and away from the hustle and bustle of nearby restaurants.“

“Second time we go there to eat a good francesinhas, never disappointed, very nice boss and waiters, in addition to speaking a little French. Despite a full restaurant that we didn't book, we were able to find a place on the terrace, fast and efficient service ?“

“This space is a true gem for those who appreciate a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, ideally located close to the beach. Its varied meal offer is great for those who want to escape the typical meals of traditional restaurants, perfect for those looking for a tasty, unhurried experience, whether for breakfast, lunch or a snack. The atmosphere is pleasant, with decor that invites relaxation, and the service is always attentive and friendly, ensuring that we feel welcome. The perfect balance between good food, excellent service and a privileged location by the sea.“

“Kid-friendliness: Bom acolhimento a todos, especialmente às crianças que por vezes na sua inquietude motivada pelo apetite são em uma forma sã subornadas com batatas acabadas de fritar. Com isto, é normal os proprietários fazerem esta oferta sempre que avistam uma criança dentro do estabelecimento e assim tornam a sua espera, diferente e acolhedora...quanto ao serviço é variável mantendo certos "pratos" sempre. Faça a sua consulta previamente. Óptimo serviço.“

“The best restaurant in the municipality of Esposende.
Luís and Pedro, always very attentive and attentive.
João Diogo, always there to welcome us with his big smile and friendliness.
Thank you for welcoming us so well...“

“We came here by chance when visiting the nearby beach. It was a great success, we ordered some meat skewers and then some rice, be careful with the quantities, the average amount of rice for two people is huge. Of course, spectacular quality, everything very rich, very good service and good price. 100% recommendable“

“We were in the restaurant for the second time after 2022, and it was again worth a visit.
The food, we again had the cod dish for two people, was very tasteful. This time the potatoes weren't the country's typical, rather chip-like freshly fried potato chips (I prefer the typical ones, it's very individual).
The service is very attentive, as we speak Portuguese we had a very good attentive service. A little “inattentive” here and there, but not annoying if you don’t have to have everything perfect.
In summary, a nice and tasty dinner, I love coming back every few years, it's no longer quite the WOW experience of the first cod - but still a recommended address around Esposende.
Great value for money - especially the wine list and recommendation “…de la Rosa “Douro”, which went well with the dish.

Parking: No problem - enough free parking spaces

Kid-friendliness: As you are used to in Portugal, extremely hospitable and child-friendly??

Wheelchair accessibility: No problem“

“It's the 2nd time I've been there and it won't be the last. Young and dynamic team. The cover charge is delicious. The dishes are very well served and the caramel fondant with vanilla ice cream is divine. The only thing I didn't like was the coffee. Such an easy thing to miss and yet I think it would have been one of the worst I've ever drunk.

Vegetarian options: Good options“

“A menu with a lot of choice at all times of the meal, good service, beautiful dishes, well plated, well served and tasty, very good desserts.
The price is adequate.
The atmosphere is good, just limited by some small details of the space, but very positive.

Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian options, including desserts.“

“Casual restaurant, good service and pleasant atmosphere. We ate the daily fare, grilled sardines with boiled potatoes and salad. Soup, wine or others plus coffee. Very well served dish per person. As the weather was good, we stayed on the terrace.

Wheelchair accessibility: We saw a ramp for wheelchair users.“

“Very well located, close to the beach and the fish market, but with an unpretentious exterior, the Além do Mar com Sabores restaurant was a pleasant surprise.
The environment is simple but comfortable.
The service, from both Mr. Nelson and Ms. Cláudia, was excellent, attentive, warm and cordial without ceasing to be professional.
The food is excellent, tasty, in generous portions and at a fair price.
We will be back and highly recommend it.“

“We stumbled across this small restaurant by accident and it was only later that we learned what good reviews it had. We took it as we found it. We were lucky to be welcomed and found a table for three. Others, coming straight after us, we not so lucky but it was suggested they try again later. They were not turned away as such. The food was Portuguese. It was good. The ambience was lively. The service was good and our waiter was a character. It made for an excellent evening. I would certainly recommend this establishment but do go early. It’s very popular.“

“Good price/quality ratio for the type of establishment's menu.
Ease of parking.
The service was very efficient, friendly and fast.
Food very well prepared and with excellent presentation.
Large and airy room.
It has terrace service.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Great discovery! We stopped there randomly to eat the special of the day. Alright ! It’s a restaurant for regulars. The cuisine is simple but perfectly well executed, with finesse, very balanced and the perfect quantities. As for the quality/price ratio without comment: €54 for 5 people with daily specials + drinks + desserts + coffee. And a really very friendly waitress, who went out of her way to be pleasant to us despite the language barrier.
Don't hesitate if you're looking for something fast, good, fuss-free and friendly.“

“Efficient service. Very well prepared food. Fish always fresh. Friendliness of the employees led by Mr. PAULO. It's good to make a reservation.

Wheelchair accessibility: The establishment is located at the dace do pseio.“

“Very beautiful place, exceptional staff and fair prices for a varied menu with lots of good things. Everything very well made. I only switched to homemade fries, even with the skin on, but the ones that came were also good. Congratulations and much success!“

“If you're on holiday in Puglia, try this place for dinner. Problem: you can’t make a reservation, you can only stand in line. You cannot pay by card, only cash. I don’t know if it’s a plus or a minus, but the portions are simply huge. We ordered octopus and veal, local sausages for an appetizer, but didn’t get to dessert. Next time. I recommend. Here I am again and it’s still very tasty, a lot. Today we took two kebabs, that is, half each, but we couldn’t finish it. I recommend.“

“(Translated by Google) hello restaurant which does not look too much from the outside but inside very pretty setting beautiful wine cellar is very beautiful fish in presentation excellent refined meal I recommend(Original)bonjour restaurant qui donne pas trop aspect de l extérieur mais intérieur tres jolie cadre belle cave a vin est tres beau poisson en presentation repas excellent raffiné je vous recommande“

“I was there today, the restaurant was very busy, I waited 25 minutes and got delicious chicken with homemade potatoes, I'll go again next week. The restaurant is super busy, it's summer, that's to be expected. The attendants were all very busy, but they served me very well. And I believe that eating there must be very good, it has a small terrace, but with a spectacular view. 5 stars“

“We ate some wonderful clams and a portion of delicious grilled octopus. We accompany it with some very delicious vegetables. The portions are very large but it is so delicious that you can't stop eating. In the photos the amount of product is not clearly visible, for example, the octopus comes covered with vinegar and underneath are enormous and delicious legs. The attention of the waiters was very careful. We just missed being able to enjoy the views of the beach, being as close as we were.“

“We had the Bass in the Cataplana with Clams. It was absolutely delicious…. Such an exquisite mix of flavors and little garlic toasts to soak up the broth that was flavored with coriander and onions and garlic. We had lovely cheesecake with red berries and coffee for dessert and a walk near the windmills on the beach.“

“Everything went as expected.
Good service, friendly and attentive staff.
The brill was spectacular as was the octopus.
There's only one thing I didn't like, the prawns were a little dry.
The coastal shrimp and clams were very good too.
Regarding the price, I won't remember it anymore, the lunch exceeded the price.“

“Bonjour,Restauration gastronomiques dans un cadre de rêve, carte des plats produits frais , carte des vins avec des produits locaux , patronne, patron accueillant.Quand je suis en vacances je m’arrête toujours pour manger dans ce bel établissement, de nouveau de passage pour le travail j’ai fais une halte pour manger le Top, SuperJDC“

“Good food. To eat several dishes since the size is not enough, but it is worth it.To add a drawback, the service is too fast and since the table of 2 is very small, you run out of space and it is uncomfortable. I think they should be more aware of the pace of the diners.“

“Restaurant recommended by my father who has been going there for 20 years.
Homemade food, with well-served dishes and a welcoming atmosphere.
We ordered Bacalhau à Zé (known as bacalhau à Braga) and Roasted Veal. Both dishes were well served. The Camel Baba was delicious. Very good and homemade food. Prices as expected.
Without a doubt to repeat.“

“Food: ★★★★★ (5/5)
The food at Ristorante Italiano Caruso is exceptional. Each dish is prepared with fresh, authentic ingredients, offering rich, delicious flavors. From the homemade pasta to the perfect pizzas, the culinary experience is truly top-notch.

Service: ★★★★★ (5/5)
The service is impeccable. The staff are extremely attentive, friendly and efficient. They make customers feel welcome and cared for, providing a seamless, enjoyable experience.

Atmosphere: ★★★★★ (5/5)
The atmosphere at Ristorante Italiano Caruso is charming. The atmosphere is welcoming and well decorated, creating a perfect space for a relaxing and pleasant meal. The attention to detail in the interior design makes the experience even more special.

Overall Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Ristorante Italiano Caruso offers a complete and high-quality experience. With delicious food, excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a perfect place to enjoy an authentic Italian meal. I highly recommend it for any occasion.“

“Super cuisine. Le top pour déguster poissons et fruits de mer. Un succès qui se voit dès l’entrée et le temps d’attente sur la rue où les voitures croisent clients et serveurs (attention!).
Ce succès se voit aussi dans les toilettes qui mériteraient plus d’attention ou un peu d’investissement.
Addition 100€ /2 personnes. On était plus habitué à ces montants, mais c’était très bon.“