50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Refontoura

“Fantastic place, excellent service, five-star service, especially the owner who is incredibly friendly and attentive.
Our choice was a steak au pepper and a chunk of it was empty. The meat is of high quality and cooked to perfection.
I recommend
Excellence“

“Visited twice during our four day stay due to the high quality food (best we found in Guimarães. Service is attentive and friendly. Would recommend the stuffed mushrooms, cheese and meat platter with honey. For dinner we had two of the best steaks, although the cod fish main was incredible. Price wise we thought it was reasonable. Must visit to see for yourselves“

“A hidden gem tucked away in Guimarães, with the most beautiful little terrace to soak up the sunshine.
The restaurant is trendy and modern with gorgeous interiors. The staff are so friendly and the food was AMAZING!! We had their set lunch menu and the shrimp tacos were unreal. Highly recommend visiting and hoping we can squeeze in another visit before we fly home!“

“Exemplary restaurant, calm with super service and friendliness, always super attentive, at dinner with friends we had, my son with gluten intolerance had advice and support throughout the dinner, as well as some surprises from the chef , excellent, I recommend it and will repeat it.“

“It was not our first time when this restaurant was “on our radar”, as we visited the region one year before, and wanted to try it out. At that time, my girlfriend felt like the menu was focusing too much on fish, and I can fairly say that, one year later, wow, was she wrong :).

The location itself, whilst not very impressive from the outside, is very cozy and well designed on the inside, just perfect for a relaxed, yet memorable dining experience. The staff was very attentive and their English was spot on (I am Portuguese, but my girlfriend prefers English, so all of the dishes were explained and presented accordingly).

It’s not by chance that one of the menus was called the “Balanced” menu, as for us - who like fine dining, and are no strangers to 1 star Michelin restaurants, especially in Portugal - it was, perhaps, the most perfectly combined set of dishes we ever had.
Chef Antonio Loureiro succeeded in designing the menu in such an incredible way, that every dish (and I do not exaggerate when saying EVERY dish) was as tasty as it comes. The flavors, the attention to detail, but most importantly, the selection of ingredients, were the things that impressed us most. Looking back, it was hard to pick just one dish that stood out…because we liked them all.

We highly recommend this place, as it’s one of those hidden gems, which you should not miss, if you’re a foodie!“

“Michelin Starred Restaurantbut the service, food and drink here are so much moreA wonderful experiencestarter, main course and desserts harmonious with wine anda non-alcoholic cocktailat the end a ristretto with a Beirão liqueureverything absolutely perfectThis is how we concluded the night in Guimarães in the winter of January 2024, 10 years after our last visita toast to the whole team and a special thank you: grazzie mille“

“A house with careful and innovative preparation and a chef who is always available and concerned about his customers.I distinctly remember, the first time I went to have lunch at Oak, thinking that this space was unusual in the city of Paredes, and it almost seemed like it had come out of Porto. More than a year later, I am very happy to see that the Chef Vítor and Clara project is growing every day.The desserts, almost always made by Clara, are just to use the cliché of "eat and cry for more", with apple pie as the star of the menu.A clear choice with a practical and welcoming environment during the day and intimate at night.“

“Ao ver a placa na entrada, fiquei tanto surpreso quanto intrigado. Vocês destacam uma comida dita "caseira" e a prioridade é dada ao sabor.
Depois, ficamos ainda mais surpreendidos com a recepção, pois o humor do proprietário, a não levar ao pé da letra. No final, realmente sentimos que a comida era caseira, mas mais do que isso, descobrimos uma culinária fina e bem trabalhada. Eu pedi as bochechas de vitela, uma explosão de sabores, uma carne muito macia e suculenta. Dá para sentir o longo tempo de cozimento e o trabalho por trás desse prato, estava simplesmente delicioso ?.

O ambiente é acolhedor, perfeito para um encontro ou para comer em total tranquilidade. Recomendo vivamente. Não hesite em explorar as ruas pequenas e não se detenha nos primeiros preconceitos. Espere até o final antes de criticar ??.“

“It is not easy to find words to describe the friendliness and professionalism of the entire staff. They were impeccable, attentive and always concerned that the experience was perfect. You can see that the good disposition and friendliness here are genuine. The food is fantastic, made to order and you don't have to wait long with a varied menu to suit all tastes. Without a doubt, you have raised the bar quite high. Congratulations and see you soon.
Ps. Thank you for keeping my wife's cell phone. ?“

“Nice restaurant in the historic square. Staff was very friendly and helpful; service is quick, and the food was delicious and offered good value. We ate steak and cod and both of them were well cooked and tasty. Definitely deserves the high ratings :)“

“We found it by chance while looking for the hotel, we returned at night to have dinner, and the place is nice, good service, the staff are attentive and friendly, the price is good, and the food was very delicious, when we left we met the cook, who He is from Vigo, and we were able to talk a little with him, very nice, 100% recommended place“

“Very pleasant surprise with this restaurant. We ordered rojões and feijoada from Trás-os-Montes as the menu of the day, served with caldo verde, regional bread and house wine, of excellent quality, for just €6.5!
The staff were very attentive and quick.
Relaxed atmosphere in the historic center of Guimarães.
Congratulations to you ?????“

“The meal was served on the patio shaded by the vineyard laden with Vinho Verde. We drank a Vinho Verde variety inside out (it was the first time I tried this variety in a white Vinho Verde aged 6 years and aged in barrels for 1 year), a pleasant surprise. We ate octopus fillets and Gerês meat with bean rice. For dessert, a freshly made cream milk. I recommend. Impeccable service. The price of the dishes was a little exaggerated. €24 for each half dose,“

“Very nice place to dine, they even gave us a choice of terrace or inside, the staff paying attention to all the details all the time. Unbeatable treatment.
All the dishes we ordered (rice, sea bass and cod) were on point, tasty and very well presented.
In short, perfect quality-quantity-price ratio.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Quinta da Lama, a former olive oil mill that has been transformed into a delightful restaurant. The place exudes a cozy and rustic charm, with clay pots and vintage stone adorning the dining room.The menu offers a wide range of dishes, from traditional Portuguese cuisine to Mediterranean and European influences. I opted for the “posta à lagar”, a succulent tenderloin steak cooked in olive oil and garlic, and the cod with cornbread, a classic Portuguese dish that was moist and flavorful. Both dishes were exquisite and prepared with fresh and quality ingredients. The salads and bread were also very good.For dessert, I indulged in the “leite creme”, a creamy custard with a caramelized crust. It was heavenly, one of the best I ever had. I also enjoyed the house wine, a local red wine that complemented the food perfectly.The service was impeccable and attentive, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and quantity of the food. I had a splendid time at Quinta da Lama and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and satisfying dining experience in Amarante.“

“We stumbled across this family owned restaurant and enjoyed a “meal of a lifetime.” Mussels, grilled squid and salmon were our main dishes and they were complemented by fresh salads and fish soup. The lemon mousse that finished our meal was pure perfection. When you are in Nazaré, make time to eat a meal at Restaurante Gil Vincente. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Tasca with a good atmosphere, always with fado music at a very pleasant volume, very friendly service and attentive to customer needs. As for food, for those who like tapas this is the best place to eat, worth every euro spent. Very tasty food, excellent quality, excellent prices for the quality it offers. Without a doubt, it is one of the best restaurants in Felgueiras for tapas. This is the second time I've been there and I will definitely go back. The prices range from €15 to €30 (although I entered 20-25), as it will always depend on the amount of food you order, the first time I paid €31, the second time I paid €19.. The dish What I recommend trying are the nails in the bread that are in the photo, you will certainly like them.

Parking: Sometimes you can find parking in front of the restaurant's door, sometimes you have to leave it a little further away but only 100m away, until it's quite close.“

“We visited this restaurant during Feira Afonsina and so the menu was limited to a few dishes. As a suggestion, we ate “Porcalhada”, an original dish from this place. We really enjoyed the experience! Very welcoming and affordable restaurant.“

“The restaurant is impeccable! The atmosphere is beautiful and cozy, and the service is excellent. We were very well looked after, and the cuisine was great! I ordered the Parmigiana and it was wonderful ?. I loved it and highly recommend it!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free meals.

Kid-friendliness: There are special meals for children, such as Prato Kids.“

“We love the Solar do Arco restaurant. For me, one of the best in Guimarães.We liked the service and the environment.But, without a doubt, the food is delicious. It even surprised us. Very well served portions and very reasonable prices, especially given the location within the historic center. The cod and fillet were very good. Good and cheap wine.I recommend!“

“An enchanted place, you can really feel the thoughtfulness and love of the place which flows into this space, the creatively arranged food and the atmosphere. We spend a wonderful evening with professional and super friendly service here and highly recommend it. As vegan and gluten intolerant person its a wonderful choice.“

“I rarely say that a restaurant is really 5 stars, but this really is one of them.
The atmosphere inside the restaurant leaves something to be desired, so we sat outside, which is beautiful. We were served with great friendliness, the food was EXCEPTIONAL (ask for the cover charge, the butter is made there!), the passion fruit, mango and orange sangria was one of the best I've ever had. The tiramisu is also homemade and delicious. Experience to repeat, without a shadow of a doubt“

“A great experience! Friendly atmosphere, helpful staff and very good food.

We ordered garlic bread with cheese (starter), cod puff pastry and a vimaranes francesinha.
To finish, we tried the Dona Maria sweet, an excellent combination of chocolate mousse with camel baba, biscuits and cream.

Without a doubt, I will repeat it when I return to Guimarães.“

“Simply fantastic!
From reservation to dessert, the team's attention and dedication to doing the best is always present.
I recommend it without fear of making mistakes.
It's so worth it!!!

Parking: Ample parking and easy access to the restaurant.“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant through the good reviews it has on Tripadvisor. And it lived up to every single one of them! The food is great. We ordered some different dishes to share and everything was really tasty. Our favorites were the pork cheek, polvo, shiitake and the smoked chorizo. Also, the staff is amazing. They had great recommendations, were super friendly and made sure we had a good time. We had the privilege to go there twice and it was a pleasure. From the outside it may look a bit unassuming but don’t let that fool you. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant.“

“Simply divine! Whether fish or meat, whenever I ordered a meal I was extremely well served with above average quality, from starters to dessert. The presentation of the restaurant is quite nice and clean. The price is right for the quality presented. I strongly recommend it and I have been going to this restaurant for a few years and the quality has been maintained with each visit...“

“Very high level.
Simply divine food, from starters to desserts, prices within normal limits, but considering the quality, I would say they are even affordable. And the service is very friendly.
I recommend it without any doubt!“

“(Translated by Google) I loved! I've eaten on a daily basis and ordering à la carte, in both it was very well served. I recommend!!(Original)Adorei! Já comi em regime de diárias e a pedir à carta, em ambos foi muito bem servida. Recomendo!!“

“(Translated by Google) Restaurant with excellent preparation of traditional food, I tasted the roast veal, it was simply fantastic. Great sangria and 5* service, excellent space with covered terrace, great for groups, I was curious about the special francesinhas but I will be back soon.(Original)Restaurante com excelente confeção na comida tradicional, provei a vitela assada estava simplesmente fantástica. Sangria otima e atendimento 5*, excelente espaço com esplanada coberta, otima para grupos, fiquei com curiosidade nas francesinhas especiais mas voltarei brevemente.“

“The Food is amazingThe waiters are amazing.Very warm and welcoming environment with great decor.The selection of tapas is expansive and each were interesting to try.Would always return for a special meal, romantic occasion and celebration.Pica-pão was my favourite dish“

“Congratulations! From service, to food preparation and cleaning. We ate cod à Braga and it was perfect, good rice and crispy potatoes without excess oil. Varied desserts. I recommend...

Kid-friendliness: Air conditioning and large space

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps“

“The best cod we ate, everything was delicious even the vegetables were amazing tasting.
We loved everything we ordered, from start to finish.
And for the quality, I can't complain about the price.
We will certainly repeat it.
We finally found a restaurant with quality and a unique flavor.“

“Dîner vraiment très bien. La prestation est loins des standards portugais. Nous sommes là sur de la qualité autant sur le service que sur la nourriture et cerise sur le gâteau maintenant que la rue est devenue piétonne le cadre est encore mieux. Honnêtement si vous aimez la gastronomie et que vous passez sur Amarante il faut y faire un arrêt.“

“Pleasant restaurant featuring a diverse menu, including vegetarian dishes. I chose the picanha accompanied by beans and greens, while the others opted for octopus and duck. Portions are generous and well presented. As the night was pleasant, we reserved a table outside.“

“Excellent place to stop for a good meal. Excellent quality and quantity as well for typically Portuguese food.Excellent "vinho tinto verde" wine, in extreme quantity, so be careful you don't drink to much for the road.Menu at lunch, pretty cheap, 6€, make sure u leave tips for the girl who is serving, she works hard and good as hell.Try to choose on day plates, which are good, fast and cheap.Extra points for the service wich is quickly and cozy.Have a nice mealCheers,MarchExcellent place to eat.The so-called "good and cheap"Food in large quantities, with dessert wine and coffeeAll-inclusive dishes of the day: five and a half €5.5VERY quick and welcoming service.They know how to receive people from "Lisbon" very well, which does not happen anywhere else.Well there is“

“(Translated by Google) Good service and affordable and good food. The terrace is very pleasant and the tables are quite far apart. It just needs a touch of modernity.(Original)Bom atendimento e comida acessível e boa. A esplanada é muito agradável e as mesas estão bastante distantes umas das outras. Só precisa de um toque de modernidade.“

“Catching the afternoon sun this is a great spot to rest, eat and drink. The staff are friendly and have have enough English to help order food and drinks, very friendly and attentive. We stopped in several times and always had a nice experience.“

“Space although small, very clean and cozy atmosphere. Very friendly service, just a little slow in service due to being full of people. We ordered 2 pizzas and they were great! Very good, the only correction would be for the craft beers menu with prices a little above the average of the local competition.“

“Another good meal for less than €7.
I asked to sit down and was told to choose where I wanted. When I sat next to the window with a beautiful view, they asked me to leave as it was reserved. No stress! I got up and a friendly Portuguese couple, of advanced age, invited me to sit at the table and we had a good conversation. The Trás-os-Montes feijoada was very good.“

“(Translated by Google) Whenever I think I want to eat something really sweet, I know right away where I have to go, to ArteCafé! It has a wide variety of products and cutting-edge offers!!!(Original)Sempre que penso que quero comer algo bem doçinho sei logo onde tenho de ir, ao ArteCafé! Tem uma grande variedade de produtos e ofertas de última geração!!!“

“So special place. Low key, not on Main Street, but worth to try and enjoy a fresh fish. Opens for dinner at 6:30pm. Side door on the right side leads to the upper level. Ambiance is typical for the island, homey and bright. Service is friendly and very efficient, exactly what we expected. Food was exemplary. Everything what we ordered was delicious. Fish soup, grilled fishes, Alfonsim Grelhado & Boca Negra Grelhado, served with boiled potatoes and sweet potato. We loved our wine choice, Mateus “Rose”. Definitely, you will get value for money spent. Highly recommended.“

“Would recommend booking very popular with locals. Had the black Angus sharing steak absolutely amazing so tender you didn’t need a steak knife. We asked for medium rare and it was cooked to perfection. Covers of meats cheese bread and olives well worth having. Ate upstairs outside on the balcony. Very comfortable good atmosphere“

“Our 6th time here, a favorite restaurant with excellent and consistent Portuguese/European inspired food, service and experience. Best couverts, entradas and several fish and meat entres, each fresh, beautiful prepared and delicious. Incredible homemade desserts. Manager Eddy, Chef Juan, Juan C, Bruno and Caria highly attentive in all ways making each visit remarkable......“

“Excellent place to have lunch in the historic area of ​​Guimarães. We ate a very good francesinha, one of the best we've ever had. The menu is quite varied, there are also options for children. The house wine is excellent. The service was very pleasant, the employee who served us was super friendly with us. We will try to come back one day, maybe to try other dishes ?“

“Perfect and attentive service and waiter.Very good cuisine from burger to sausage to octopus, really everything is of very good quality.An excellent rosé sangria, I recommend it. Adapting for children the language barrier is not a problem.Thank you for this pleasant lunch break ??? I recommend it 100%.“

“Very relaxed place with exemplary service.

I confess that I went looking for something simpler in cuisine, but I managed to appreciate the suggestions and what was served.

It ends up being a more gourmet place, but with all its merits.

From what I understand, there is no fixed menu. So it turns out to be an adventure ?

There is parking, but I, who went for the first time, didn't find it right away, I suggested bigger signs.

It was a good experience

Ps: I'm not in the habit of taking photos of dishes, so I won't add them.“

“(Translated by Google) Tasty meals, even delicious. Their specialty, the veal, was excellent and the cod as well. Typical Portuguese food at excellent prices. The portions are generous. The restaurant is chic, clean and the toilets are spotless. Fast and smiling service. Thank you it was perfect to taste typical Portuguese food. Watch out for starters you don't want and they drop on your table. Mention it immediately otherwise it will be charged to you. Thanks for dinner!(Original)Repas goûteux, même délicieux. Leur spécialité, le veau, était excellent et la morue également. Nourriture typique du Portugal a excellent prix. Les portions sont généreuses. Le restaurant est chic, propre et les toilettes sont impeccables. Service rapide et souriant. Merci c’était parfait pour goûter de la nourriture typique portugaise. Attention aux entrées que vous ne voulez pas et qu’ils déposent sur votre table. Mentionnez le immédiatement sinon cela vous sera chargé. Merci pour le souper!“

“Incredible place with a surreal view, very pleasant atmosphere with background music and super welcoming space.
The flavor of the meat I ordered was great, however, despite having ordered it rare, the meat was overcooked, nothing else to point out, from the starters to the dessert, everything was wonderful.

Vegetarian options: It not only has vegetarian options but also vegan options, but you have to let us know when you book.“

“A true typical Portuguese restaurant. Excellent quality homemade food. Average price €20 per person. Very cozy atmosphere, especially in winter with the fireplace warming the place.Just a negative note, they only accept cash payments, it's better to be prepared!Without a doubt, I recommend it.“