50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Sao Joao Dos Montes

“Visited Aqaba on a short visit and wanted to celebrate something. So we went to Suzanna. Their mezzo were good as usual. But the John Dory fish (locally known as Denis fish) was the best. Very subtly flavoured and topped with lemon butter. Just order the mains and mezze and dessert is on the house Good service.“

“[email protected] My husband and I are still in awe with our experience at Rossio Gastrobar. The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming, and they took the time to thoroughly explain what to expect from our dining experience. Our server was a true professional, able to suggest a wine based on our preferences and his choice was delightful. We were overjoyed at each and every step, from the starters to the main courses and on to the desserts - everything was delicious, and the portions were perfect. To top it all off, the rooftop views overlooking the bustling city of Lisbon provided a perfect backdrop to our meal. We'll certainly be back for more!“

“I go to Reticências frequently and have never been less satisfied with any dish. When it comes via Uber Eats, the taste is equally wonderful, which shows the quality of the dishes.
I can't choose a favorite dish but the oxtail with purée and the octopus are definitely among my favorites! The chocolate mousse is one of the best I've ever tasted!
The environment is welcoming, both for families and groups.
The people are incredible, available and friendly.
I highlight the creativity required to create daily dishes (for lunch) without repeating them from week to week, never losing quality and flavor. The way the food is prepared, cooked and presented always leaves me wanting to come back again.
Congratulations ❣️“

“A little pearl in the middle of the village where both the quality of the food and the service are exceptional!
Our favorite restaurant in the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira.
You will have to reserve seats well in advance as it is always busy, especially on weekends.“

“Good service, the outdoor area has a nice view on the river, and the food was fresh and overall very good.
Not the same typical Portuguese food you would expect: The menu has enough variety of fish and meat dishes that you wouldn't normally find elsewhere. There are a few vegetarian options as well.“

“Fantastic food that caters for all tastes and budgets. The service is top class. Very friendly without being over the top. This questionnaire asks about the speed of service as if fast is better but I’d rather say that the speed is just right. You have time to enjoy your meal without being rushed.“

“We were very well received and the food was delicious. The cod with mashed potatoes was excellent and the picanha was delicious. The portions were very generous and we all left satisfied. Also worth mentioning is the dessert, with the camel baba and the pudding, which were very good! ?️??“

“We had a lovely meal at Maresia, the ambience was very relaxing and the staff great. Due to the popularity of this restaurant 2 of the dishes we would have liked had sold out, we had a large wild sea bass to share and the waiter filleted it at the table for us, it was delicious and was served with potatoes and salad, for drinks we had a large beer and glass of red wine. There is sitting inside and outside and they have 2 bbq grills.“

“We haven't been in Alvor since 2019, and were looking forward to several visits to this fantastic restaurant during our recent holiday. We weren't disappointed. Marco and Ricardo warmly welcomed us and it was like we had never left. The whole grilled fish was better than we remembered and we are looking forward to next year already. This is a "must visit" restaurant when in Alvor. Be sure to book in advance though!“

“Casal Minhoto is an excellent option for a quality meal in the good Portuguese way. In addition to being one of the few restaurants in Póvoa de Santa Iria, it is a restaurant full of quality.
The last time we were there it was full and they gave us a 40 minute wait and accepted our name on the list. They handed us the menu and we were able to place our order before sitting down.
We ordered cockles, with toasted bread and garlic butter on the side, which was great, and fried turbot with greens rice.
The turbot came to the point of frying and seasoning. The rice is super naughty. The waiter served all three of us, which made a great difference to the service.
We had difficulty finishing the turbot that says in the menu it was for 2 people, but it served and there were leftovers for the three of us.
We didn't order desserts this time so I can't comment.
The friendliness of all the employees keeps us coming back.
Anyone who visits will certainly be well served.

Vegetarian options: I saw vegetarian options like fish from the garden.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp at the door that is somewhat inclined but not very long.“

“Restaurant that brings the flavors of Alentejo here to the Loures area, we always have starters on the table with olive oil, bread, cheese, chorizo. Good dishes with good portions. The side dishes are varied, but of course the highlight goes to the migas, which are very tasty. Prices in line with the doses and are not exaggerated prices. Recommended. It has a parking lot. I liked one detail, the tables have a small extension so the dishes can stay there without taking up the table space.“

“I hope next time there will be Fraquinho Assado, because the sauce is top, and when I say top, it's the best I've had.And yes, it's worth asking for extra sauce.Repeating.Imperial top too, in my case two tulips.Clean toilets.In fact, the last time I entered this house was around 2005/6.Coming back.“

“We've been wanting to go to this restaurant for lunch for a long time, much talked about for its generous portions, especially the cod and ribs. We opted for the cod and it didn't disappoint, for those who eat well, the portion is enough for 3 people, for those who eat like this, it's enough for 4. Good on the palate and not at all salty, but, for the price of the portion you pay, it should come accompanied with some vegetables and for the dish to be really top-notch, they should serve mashed potatoes instead of boiled ones. If you want vegetables, everything is separate, which makes the meal even more expensive. The desserts we chose, although not transcendental, were good. As for the atmosphere, we went on a weekday and, interestingly enough, what we were expecting, it wasn't too noisy. On weekends, we don't know.

Overall, we will be back, this time to try the ribs.“

“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......“

“Savel week in v.f
Xira. 2nd year that I visit this restaurant for Savel. 2 years with billing errors. Appropriate correction was requested. They partially corrected it only later at home I noticed that there was still an over billing issue. The price of the savel with the bread seemed to me to be somewhat exaggerated (28.50).“

“D. Mônica is unparalleledly friendly, she has covered the history of the restaurant and the area, always available to help with any queries, the decor is divine, no detail is forgotten. Super tasty homemade food, nothing to write home about, will definitely repeat.
A good thing“

“Posso dizer bem do restaurante pois, quando fomos, era a meio da semana, o serviço e o atendimento foram excepcionais, 3 pessoas, de bicicleta, ficamos perto da entrada, o espaço está bem conseguido, tem muitas salas e muitos lugares. O preço é muito bom para a qualidade dos pratos, pedimos uma espetada de vitela, um bife na pedra e bacalhau grelhado, todos muito bem confeccionados. Muito obrigado

Parking: Estava de bicicleta, encostei na entrada

Wheelchair accessibility: Sim“

“Very good as always, my favorite restaurant, I'm sorry, I would like to visit it more often. Spectacle! Comply. to all staff. A big hug to Fred and Bruno. Long live the Glorious towards 37! (2017)

After a few years, we are back!!
Everything 5 ⭐ as always!
Thank you and see you next time
Hugs to Fred, Bruno and their families ?
Comply.
Cardoso Family

(2022)“

“Advice: my French and foreign friends go there.
I have never drunk such good sangria or tasted such good Portuguese dishes. The meals are plentiful and the family generous. My companion and I were very surprised by the not-so-high bill, with two digestives added to what we had ordered. It's a very good family restaurant, don't look around and you won't find anything better than here.“

“The shrimp tempura was super crunchy, and the house's new addition was goat cheese with honey and walnuts, an unusual and smooth mix. The orchard bandit sangria was also a pleasant surprise, super fresh and sweet, I loved it.
But what really melted me was the main dish: skirt steak with cheese sauce. The meat was very tender and tasty, the kind that makes you want to make it again.
And to finish, my favorite petit gateau, which was also wonderful.
Special attention to the staff who were beyond welcoming and kind, it really is a restaurant to return to frequently.“

“On the Camino, it's just up hill from Vila Nova da Rainha rail station. A tasty rice & bean mix with pork. Fresh olives and (try it), a fruit cup with a spot of port poured in. We sat outside in the pleasant breeze with an umbrella for the shade.“

“If you are looking for that dish of comfort food, that comforts the soul, to enjoy calmly. This is the place, where in addition to tasty dishes, desserts that you will have difficulty choosing, good bread, wine and olives. And with a price well suited to the Portuguese budget. This place is very worth visiting. I recommend!!!“

“Pleasant space, with an incredible team: they serve friendliness, efficiency and professionalism.
The products served are of quality and this is evident in each dish ordered.
The way the food is served immediately leaves us wanting to try everything :)
The best dessert in the world is at Vilabrasa: biscuit cake with coffee ice cream.
The lemon meringue pie is right next.“

“Incredible site! Excellent food, in old-fashioned portions (yes... eating from a plate in some cases) with impeccable service and incredible friendliness. There was a birthday party which made the restaurant a bit noisy, but as soon as they left... Highly recommended! The price, another surprise... There were 4 of us, we ate 1 serving for each, dessert for each, sangria 2l coffee and freshly cut ham for starters... Not like the day before... €20 per person . (It's good for splitting a dose, it's served in Minho style). Congratulations!

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, including toilet“

“Easy to find and easy to get parking. Loved the fact that there's no Wi-Fi so people talk instead of being on the phone during a meal! The owner is extremely nice and talks a lot. Fast service, off the charts staff and the food..... Delicious!!!!! Small menu makes everything better. Mandatory stop! Medium price.“

“I didn't really know what to expect from the restaurant they took me to.
As I passed along the road, it seemed like I was approaching a house that was somewhat 'poorly treated' by the weather.
But after entering the park I realized why friends told me it was more than a restaurant... It's an experience, in a rustic setting so close to Lisbon, that reminds us of some spots in more rural Portugal.
The hot day helped us to appreciate the fresh white wine, and the company, the friendliness of those serving, to appreciate the chicken and rabbit slices, whose sauce is delicious, which makes us finish all the fries they brought to the table.
To return with the family - early, because it seems to me that it always fills up, and quickly.
The best food I've ever eaten?
No!
But let's be real, sometimes that's not the most important thing!“

“Good beneficial x price ratio. Good food and "honest" service. The inside room, where I ate, is a normal place that didn't generate any special memories for me, but remember that there are tables outside where you can have a view of the citadel and, perhaps, a more pleasant experience.“

“After various tastings on our food tour, this was our lunch stop. It was a wonderful choice and we sampled a variety of items until we really couldn't eat any more! The Portuguese food is quite a treat. Staff was friendly and helpful. You should grab a meal here!“

“(Translated by Google) Family and welcoming atmosphere. Quality food, with that "grandmother's" touch.A classic and important pillar of the history and restoration of Bobadela.(Original)Ambiente familiar e acolhedor. Comida de qualidade, com aquele toque se como fora "d'avó".Um clássico e importante pilar da história e restauração da Bobadela.“

“Fabulous location with view of the river. Charming restaurant, wonderful service, delicious food and Portuguese rosé. We enjoyed the chèvre with fig jam, grilled octopus with potatoes and a gorgeous bottle of Caiado local rosé wine. Highly recommend this spot! Obrigada!!!“

“(Translated by Google) Very good Portuguese home cooking. The girl who serves is very friendly and the price is cheap. highly recommended(Original)Comida casera portuguesa muy buena. La chica que atiende es muy amable y el precio es económico. Muy recomendable“

“I recommend trying it as the flavors and the space itself are very good.
The food was pleasant, tasty, very well prepared. I loved it a lot. I followed the suggestion and went for the Linguine with shrimp sauce and I must say that it was very well prepared and that they didn't skimp on the ingredients to make the dish. The wine was great and in the end I ordered two gins which were very well prepared. I highly recommend it.
Staff very friendly and willing to help.
Once again I recommend the experience as the flavors and the space itself are very good.“

“The best francesinhas without a doubt, it just needs to be a little spicier. Not much but slightly. It was a shame that today when I tried to ask for one it was gone. I hope they have more francesinhas in the future because I'll be ordering again.“

“A restaurant that focuses on local products, with special emphasis on quail. We opted for a tasting menu of 5 moments (€40), with the option for 7 and 9 moments (€65). We accompanied it with a beautiful sparkling wine from Adega Mayor.
A meal to remember and to return to one day.
Thanks!!
Ps: The restaurant also offers à la carte meals. Parking in the area is paid, it is in the center of Alenquer. . There is free parking 300m away.“

“(Translated by Google) Interesting space, good food, but what I liked most was the service, super attentive, super friendly. I recommend.(Original)Espaço interessante, comida boa, mas o que mais gostei foi o atendimento, super atenciosos, super simpáticos. Recomendo.“

“Currently, in the elegant halls of Marisqueira O Relento in Algés, there he is, Jorge Rodrigues, the waiter who transcends the simplicity of service to turn it into a true art. With years of experience, Jorge is a true master of the craft, deserving of the title that surpasses any academic degree. Jorge, the "doctor" of refined tables, doesn't just serve exquisite dishes; he weaves gastronomic experiences with the artistry of a true connoisseur. His mastery in the art of serving goes beyond mere technique, reflecting sophistication and daring in every gesture. In the halls where conversations whisper amid glasses of wine, Jorge personifies elegance and competence. Moreover, Jorge is an excellent connoisseur of wines, a sommelier who turns each choice into a unique sensory experience. His advice on the perfect pairing of dishes and wines is as refined as his graceful movements between the tables. With a smile that brightens the rooms, Jorge has earned not only the loyalty of customers but also the respect and admiration of fellow professionals. He has elevated the act of serving to a spectacle, where each dish is a masterpiece, and each interaction is a harmonious dance between the waiter and the guest. Jorge has turned his profession into a true art, where hospitality becomes an expression of excellence. He is the maestro conducting a symphony of flavors and impeccable service. May Jorge's journey continue to be marked not only by the finest restaurants but also by the ongoing dedication to transforming each meal at Marisqueira O Relento into an unforgettable experience.“

“Wonderful food. We have been here several times, and have had both Ukrainian and Portuguese dishes. The daily specials are great; today I had a huge serving of seafood rice, absolutely delicious! My husband loves the Ukrainian food, a taste of home.“

“This is a great spot in the evening as the sun shines onto the pavement outside and you can watch ships leave the port. We had the seafood plate for two which was excellent and came with a mallet and seafood fork ... necessary to get at the winkles and crab claws. Great selection of seafood which was €45 for two. Beer was extra!“

“This is a great spot in the evening as the sun shines onto the pavement outside and you can watch ships leave the port. We had the seafood plate for two which was excellent and came with a mallet and seafood fork ... necessary to get at the winkles and crab claws. Great selection of seafood which was €45 for two. Beer was extra!“

“Really nice service, attentive and accommodating. Comfortable and clean surroundings. We ordered octopus, which was cooked to perfection. It was served on the bed of spinach. Also we ordered sardines with backed potatoes. They were flavoursome and presented beautifully. The fish tummies could have been cleaned out better. Portions was generous. We had complimentary nibbles during the waiting time for the food. Water was expensive! Overall experience was really good. The manager invited us to come in the evening for live music.“

“I don't think I've ever seen a buffet with the variety that this one has at the price it is. What a show!Too bad I came late, almost 2 pm. I believe that coming at noon, more or less the experience will be even better.Coming back for sure?“

“We literally stumbled across this place as my fiance spotted a garden courtyard squirred away inbetween some buildings. You have all the food on display, freshly cooked, you pick up your tray and point to what you would like. We had the creom of veg soup followed by chicken, with a choice of tasty roasters, salad, rice coleslaw etc. So one meat and 3 other accompanying food item from which to select. Large portions and we took our trays and sat in the garden. It's in the middle of a small shopping centre we'll hidden actually. I have given it 5 stars for the category its in, the food quality and price. A local food place with good honest fresh food very cheaply priced. We paid 21,50 for the 2 courses a cola and cappuccino.“

“Locale tipico portoghese, un po' rustico ma tranquillo e pulito, qualche difficoltà di parcheggio ma nelle vicinanze si può parcheggiare gratuitamente senza problemi. Ottima la cucina e il servizio, personale molto gentile e sempre sorridente. Se volete mangiare cucina tipica portoghese questo è il locale giusto. Prezzi Onesti per la qualità del cibo.“

“My wife and I recently traveled for almost three weeks across Spain and Portugal. We obviously ate at many restaurants during the trip, and enjoyed some very good meals. I can honestly say that top among them was Prima Pasta. Place is not fancy, but has a great “local” ambiance. Food is very authentic and incredible. Great value for the money and service impeccable. I highly recommend and would go there weekly if I lived in Lisboa!“

“A traditional food menu. Easter day we were served a roast goat with roast potatoes and white rice and greens. A good house wine from the region (Bucelas area). The desserts are made by the ladies of the house, at least the Toucinho do Céu and the Chocolate Mousse I recommend. Starters with sausages, sausage, farinheira, butter, fresh cheese and olives and a bread basket. Excellent service from Miss Catarina from the day of booking until reception. The staff is young and friendly. You'll have to come back to enjoy the other delicacies. I recommend it without a doubt.“

“This restaurant is always an excellent option, the interior space is small but cozy with a family atmosphere. Everything was good, from the service, to the meal and drinks. Quality regional products, well prepared, the doses are very well served, as is the house wine. To finish, in addition to the dessert and coffees, an Organic Port wine, divine. To the next..“

“The space has been renovated with more current decor, but they maintain the same two rooms. At the weekend, especially at dinner, it's a good idea to make a reservation as the restaurant is a reference in the area and quickly fills up with regular customers and entire families. It is also a good option for those who like seafood, of good quality and always fresh.

Kid-friendliness: Although they are not mentioned on the menu as such, it is possible to order half portions for children.“