European Restaurants in Lagos, PT

“This restaurant deserves all the stars in the world. The food is exceptional, a must try experience for everyone. It’s a symphony of tastes and colors, masterfully done. We had the chef’s menu and it blew us away. The staff were brilliant as well. They went above and beyond to create a memorable birthday for my partner. They brought champagne, an exquisite cake with a candle and they sang happy birthday. We got complimentary amuse bouche dishes as well. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is visiting Algarve and wants to try a superior dining experience or celebrate a special event.“

“We had a lovely evening and the service was great and very attentive. The only thing that bothered us was one comment after the main course: we were asked about the dessert menu, to which we answered yes. The service lady then commented that we would be very hungry if we wanted to eat dessert now. It would have been wiser to recommend something to us and not give us the feeling of being “gluttonous”.
The food itself was good, the salt-crusted fish “Catch of the Day” was excellent. However, the side dishes were very weak. The vegetables were slightly overcooked and presented carelessly compared to the great starter, for example, and the sauce didn't have much flavor.
Nevertheless, the starter and dessert were very tasty and well prepared. We also particularly liked the fantastic olive oil as an amuse.“

“Very nice restaurant to eat in Lagos. Very nice staff and very good food. We ordered a cod and shrimp cataplana for two people, which was actually for at least four.
The garlic squid is recommended. And for dessert, the apple pie and the Algarve pie“

“We always have a lovely meal , we have been going now 20 years and never had a bad meal , it’s a lovely family restaurant always take our family for meal when we are in Portugal been twice this week thank you for making our holiday even better. See you in October ????“

“We happened upon this gem tired and hungry and we were blown away by the kindest staff and most delicious food. Our family started with garlic prawns that were unsurpassed. Then we each ordered something different and all had an amazing experience. I will be back for more sardines and dorado!!! Our kids had lamb curry and a hamburger and were so happy with their meal. Thank you, Pinhao!! We highly recommend you try it - you will not regret it!!“

“What delicious food! Everything tastes fresh and looks good!? service was good too, all nice staff. It was a bit warm, but what do you expect in Portugal…

Vegetarian options: You can choose to make several dishes vegetarian or vegan.“

“Fresh and authentic cuisine. After trying our luck at a restaurant around the corner and unfortunately not getting a table, we asked the owner where he would like to eat. He recommended the Reis restaurant to us - the five of us just managed to get the last table. By 8 p.m. all the tables, inside and outside, were full and the line was getting longer and longer. Rightly so: there is fresh cataplana with plenty of excellent quality shrimp and mussels, and the rice stew with swordfish and shrimp was just as good. 40€ per dish for 2 people is almost too little considering the quantity and taste. Three people could be fed per pot. Our son (9 years old) had the pork steak with fig sauce - he ate it all, the sauce was so good and the meat was tender (he pushed the figs to the side ;)) We were very satisfied - the service was very friendly and accommodating. Great evening! (Total for 5 people with starters, main course and dessert + drinks 150€)“

“Absolutely fantastic tapas bar and wine shop. On the wine side - beautiful selection of mostly Portuguese wines with a few internationals thrown in, 2 prices to either drink in or take home and a good choice of chilled bottles if you’re in need of something quick. Tapas was great, would particularly recommend the stingray, even my 8 year old son loved it. Finally, brilliant knowledgeable and caring staff - i did have a corked bottle one night and they exchanged immediately. Was gutted they went on holiday for the second part of our break but luckily we stocked up!“

“This place is incredible. The freshest ingredients that are super simple but create such massive flavor. I'm actually not a big pizza person, but this pizza is literally the best I've ever had. Great customer service as well. Please add this as one of your stops in Lagos, I promise, you won't regret it.“

“Наверное очень вкусно , но к сожалению мы этого не узнаем никогда . Вчера пришли и нам сказали, что ближайшее окошко в субботу ( а мы завтра уже уезжаем )“

“Ran in here once on my way home from work because you can see the amount of Pastéis de Nata in the window, so you assume that it’s good if they make that many.
This was the best Pastel de Nata i’ve ever had, i need to go back here on a coffee date soon.“

“Best place here around, especially for pizza“

“Love this place!! The chicken is seasoned to perfection and portioned well. The addition of lemon or piri piri sauce are both delicious. They also have plenty of side dishes on rotation. And to make it even better, try the fresh berry cheesecake. Heaps of seating options too - I recommend the upstairs terrace.“

“I've been living in Lagos for over a year. I've visited various restaurants and cafes here, and O Mexilhão is my absolute favorite! Whenever I go to other restaurants, I compare them to O Mexilhão, and always, O Mexilhão comes out on top.

The food is delicious, and the menu is wonderfully curated, making you want to come back to try everything.

This is a family-run restaurant, with the chef and the manager being a married couple.

My personal favorites are the octopus with sweet potatoes (served with salad), fried calamari, all seafood and amazing tiramisu!

And as digestive drink, ask for almond liquor with lemon juice ?❤️

Vegetarian options: They have a separate section in menu for vegetarians. And you can always ask to customize your meal:)“

“The seared tuna was amazing. Best seared tuna dish we have ever had.“

“If you’re around Lagos you must try this restaurant. The seafood is fresh and delicious. Service is excellent!!!

We had the “camarão frito” to start with and it was just the best prawns I have had in my entire life. We ordered another serve.

For mains we had “Lula grelhada” and “arroz de marisco” which was amazing.

Make sure you book in advance and/or arrive early because it gets packed.

Highly recommended!“

“The best is the waiter who served us, very nice and super attentive to the kid. Both the tuna and cod tartare are spectacular, as well as the braised tuna and especially the cheese board. But above all, the chocolate mousse. The hour we had to wait is highly recommended.“

“I started my meal with the seared scallops appetizer, and it was a true delight. The scallops were perfectly seared, with a golden crust and a tender, buttery center. The accompanying citrus glaze added a refreshing tang, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that left me craving more.“

“Tienen bowls tostas y postres con opción vegano. El bowl estaba exquisito. Sin ninguna pega lo recomiendo. Las tortitas veganas con fruta, muy buenas. Precio asequible. Calidad precio buenísima. Updated from previous review on 2024-08-18“

“One of the best places to eat in Viana do Castelo. Eclectic and warm decoration. Three rooms, on the ground floor and street and a dining room on the first floor. The entire menu highly recommended, especially clams and mussels. Correct portions. A fairly extensive wine list from which it is advisable to take advice. Great attention, very friendly and correct. Professionals in the best sense of the word. A place to go to eat and be in a good atmosphere. To repeat, ...several times

Kid-friendliness: Personally it is not a "kids" place, but it does have a children's menu and very edible things for children. In addition, the attention is great (we went with three children) and they are attentive to what they may need. If you bring a chair or stroller, it is better to stay downstairs or at the door. But the ideal is to go enjoy the food and wine“

“Atmospheric family establishment. An elderly couple is working. My husband speaks English and takes orders. The menu includes local cuisine, seafood and meat. The place is small, everyone sits nearby, a very cozy atmosphere. With us, visitors played the guitar and sang songs. The dishes were delicious, as were the alcoholic cocktails. The price is quite affordable“

“We discovered the restaurant by chance on our walk. Although it was busy, we were quickly given a table and welcomed in a very open and friendly manner. There are pizzas in three sizes (30 cm, 50 cm, 100 cm). We ordered the 30cm pizza, but in hindsight we would have preferred the 50cm pizza because it was so delicious. The pizza was crispy, had plenty of toppings and tasted authentically Italian. The prices were fantastic. If we have the opportunity, we would like to come back. We recommend!“

“The restaurant is located outside the center of Lagos, in a quiet area. There are few seats and this helps to guarantee a quiet and relaxed atmosphere and a very attentive and quality service. The waiter who served us was very friendly and good at recommending wine. The food is exceptional. We took Muxama de atum (perfect contrast between the saltiness of the tuna and the sweetness of the onion and orange), Camarao frito con ajo (not the breaded fried food you think but probably just fried in oil, with very good prawns and a amazing sauce), patanillas de bacalao (good), polvo at low temperature with batata duce (very tender, with an excellent combination with sweet potato, perhaps the best octopus ever eaten, really delicious). Fair price for the quality offered. I would stay here again and highly recommend it.“

“Incredible!!
At first it may not attract much attention as it is a small and somewhat hidden place, but without a doubt the best breakfast in Lagos at a very good price. We ordered two croissants and repeated a third because they were so delicious! Obrigado!!“

“The staff was very friendly. The food is incredibly tasty.
There was nothing to complain about.
What you should know before visiting the restaurant is that you can currently only pay in cash. The ATM near the restaurant is also currently out of service. ?“

“We stayed in Lagos for 4 days and came to Mullens twice because it was so good. We ate the Piri Piri Chicken and Beef Mozambique. Both dishes were 10/10. The chicken was tasty and came with a delicious dipping sauce, freshly fried hand cut chips and a side salad. The beef was tender and spicy. The food cannot be faulted in any way.

The atmosphere was lovely — there was live music when we visited the second time. The first time we sat outside which was great and could see our chicken being barbecued in front of us.

Best of all the service is amazing. We got to know James a bit and he made the experience even better.

Thanks Mullens and see you soon.“

“Excellent service, the prices are very honest and the owner is generous and hardworking.

Let yourself be charmed by that hidden gem in Lagos Portugal. I used to go 2 times a day in my time there. Very flexible schedule perfect for an afterhour munchies.

Mumtaz“

“You have to go for breakfast and lunch! Lovely staff, reasonable prices, bright and clean, food made to order. A fresh and varied menu, including English breakfast including tea or coffee for 11 euros at the time of writing. Duck and waffle is sublime!“

“Very good restaurant to choose in Lagos. Local and authentic cuisine. Fresh and quality products. Tapas concept that allows you to taste several specialties. Dishes offered typical of the region. The octopus salad is great. Fast and very professional service. Excellent value for money. I recommend“

“They were incredibly friendly when we arrived at their restaurant without a reservation. They made room for us and set up a table for us right away. We ordered and enjoyed their cooking. They treated us great.
It started to get cooler on their terrace and they brought my daughters two pink blankets.
A detail. Thanks a lot!“

“We travelled to Portugal for our nephew's wedding-like a movie!We went around Portugal for 2 weeks.We will be back to Lagos and the Viva Cozinha.We ate there 3 times and each was better than the last.The owners are wonderful and they truly care about their food and drinks.This was the highlight of our travels in Portugal-don't miss it.“

“The restaurant is inside a hotel. It has a very nice terrace with beautiful views. The living room is glassed in so you can also enjoy the surroundings. It is at the foot of 'Praia dona Ana' and can be reached by walking (via a walkway) to 'Ponte de la Piedade'.
The service is great and so is the food! The price is adequate.
A success.“

“Price relation quality.
There's always a dish of the day for lunch.
There was nothing missing from the service.
Level and friendly employees.
Parking is difficult but free.
Reduced mobility access is not possible.“

“Formidable vue sur la plage et Lagos. Avec le coucher du soleil les couleurs incroyables.
Prix abordable la cuisson du poisson est parfaite, plat copieux, j'ai rarement mangé du poisson frais aussi bon !
Accueil chaleureux et service impeccable.
Parking gratuit, vous accédez au restaurant par des passerelles en bois, aucun souci pour les poussettes et fauteuils roulants.
Merci à toute l'équipe

Parking: Parking à 150 mètres gratuit assez grand

Wheelchair accessibility: Accès au restaurant avec des passerelles en bois aucune marche, juste le passage à niveau un peu difficile, aide recommandée pour le franchir.“

“I recently tried a kebab, and although it was delicious, I found it slightly too salty for my taste. Despite that, I still enjoyed it, especially because it was quite filling with chicken and vegetables. Next time, I think I'll opt to dine in at the restaurant for a change of scenery and try other options.“

“Incredible food, both the fish (fresh) and the meat (juicy). A marvel. The atmosphere was very good and the staff were very attentive. The price was acceptable for the quantity and quality of the dishes. By the way, the dessert (fig cheese) brought back old memories of my childhood when my grandmother made such a delicacy. Congratulations“

“Fantastic restaurant/atmosphere and great guy who owns it. The steaks are absolutely amazing. Well worth having the fillet on the stone. We stayed for a week in the area and had three evening meals there, that's how good it is. Some of the negative comments here are a bit odd. Go to relax and enjoy, with a little humor. The service is as you would expect from a quality restaurant, not rushed and not slow. Cash only!“

“I took a trip to visit the Algarve (Portugal) for leisure with friends. My surprise with the places to eat was slightly disappointing as they were not overly traditional or with good and abundant food. But everything changed when we decided to look for a place to eat grilled meat.

The place looks like a garage in a town in Albacete during fairs, the place is quite small with a bar with a kitchen and the rest of the space occupied by tables.
When we arrived at the place there was no space, but they quickly welcomed us with some beers to wait at the door for a free space for 5 people.

The menu is simple, if it's not a), it's b), meat or fish, we ordered 3 meat and 2 sea bass. The rest was magic... they filled our table with ato just like a Viking wedding (see photo), but that's not the point, while we were puffing up our pellica they saw our faces of good food and they filled the table with chicha again , I didn't start crying out of shame.

To finish, they give us a delicious coffee and the bill, my surprise came when I see that it cost €12 each... I couldn't figure it out... I've seen cheap places, but this place takes first place on the street. , incredible.

Conclusion, the food is 10, both meat and fish, the treatment of the staff is impeccable, very attentive and helpful, and the place is perfect in my opinion, since it is evident that it is the typical food bar for people from the neighborhood (without massify).

100% recommended if you want to eat well and in conditions in Lagos, a complete success.“

“10/10 service.

Fritto misto was limited but still warm, cod fingers fell apart and was super yum. Big burger portions, chips that came with it were too crunchy, a bit unexpected. Also had the rib eye with peppercorns (big portions too) and ended the night with the cheesecake and the restaurant’s take on tiramisu which was fresh.

A bit noisy towards the bottom restaurants but a great view of the marina either way.“

“A restaurant with a fantastic product at a very good price. We ordered barnacles, Sapateira and oysters, everything was very delicious.

The service was very pleasant and very attentive, the only "but" we could find is the location, it is not the best to be honest, we stopped there because we were in Lagos and reviewing all the restaurants with the best scores, it is the one that caught our attention the most. attention.

We left very satisfied and would probably repeat if we were in the area.“

“We had dinner for the end of the walk, we ate very well, excellent value for money, very quick, attentive staff, available to help you with your choice even though we didn't speak English or Portuguese. I expressed the desire to be able to buy the small bowl where they had brought the olives and at the end of dinner I found it as a gift. I thank you infinitely for allowing us to spend a splendid and tasty evening with local food.“

“Wow ! The building is amazing, beautiful setting . Staff all very friendly and welcoming and the food is fantastic. First time we have been here in the past 5 times we have stayed in Portugal and it was a real gem . Food was so good . Enjoy your evening and great food . Booking is advisable. You won't be disappointed.“

“Lovely little restaurant. Excellent as always. We love the fillet steak with cheesy potatoes! Don’t forget to order the pear and cointreau dessert. We tried the house shrimps and they were gorgeous. Good choice of wines. Booking is essential.“

“Food portions are very big and very tasty. However, we waited a 40-50 minutes just to make an order. The waitress was really unmotivated, didn‘t even ask for drinks, although it was very hot. She didn‘t make an attempt to clean the table, which was dirty. Also, what is really disturbing, is the woman right in front with her artisan store. She sells all the time, screams and even tried to get us into her store, while we were waiting to be served.“

“My family and I had a great meal here at Adega Do Papagaio. It was a great experience for the kids cooking on a hot plate and I'd recommend anyone staying at Turisocampo site to make the 15min walk to the village of Espiche. The food was excellent and the service was very friendly.“

“The dishes are delicious and of very good quality, and the service is impeccable! Thank you to our servers for being so warm during our stay at Costa D’Oiro Ambiance Village. A restaurant not to be missed if you are passing through Lagos.“

“The best restaurant we visited on our vacation. Very friendly staff, typical Portuguese food, great wines - we went there every day during our stay in Lagos. The food was simply fantastic! Whether fish or meat - everything is freshly prepared and of very good quality.“

“A Hidden Gem to be discovered. You will find groovy vibe music in the restaurant/bar. The frozen Daïquiri passion fruit and the strawberry were both fresh and tasty. The food was a reaaally goood portion, my burger chicken was so crispy and felt so fresh ! The fries were delicious and i loved how they made them half chips and more regular one! Had a good time talking with the owner, she was really sweet, even got the time to have a shot with her and the staff!! Muito Obrigada from Montreal, Canada.“

“Excellent restaurant with homemade food and fresh products. Located near the tourist area, but frequented by locals.We ate octopus rice and octopus langareira.Two people can eat both portions, they are very abundant.The octopus was prepared wonderfully, tender and tasty. To take advantage of the oil from this type of preparation, we combined it with drained rice from the octopus rice casserole.The homemade dessert, chocolate mousse, also very delicious.Very good quality/price ratio.The personnel is very friendly.A highly recommended place.“

“It deserves more stars. The service is excellent, the food is really delicious, the atmosphere is relaxed and you feel very comfortable. We ordered a cheese and tomato toast that was one of the best I've ever had, two açai bowls with a very good variety of fruit and to drink we ordered a natural fruit juice and an iced coffee. Super recommended ✨Everything was so delicious that I didn't make it to the photo ?“