Portuguese Restaurants near Vila Cha, PT

“Unfortunately there was no time for a photo of the beautiful Rodovalho à Bulhão Pato, I highly recommend it!! Generous portions, great fish, great service, great view, everything very good.
This was exactly the lunch I wanted to have with my family, with good food and a good atmosphere!!“

“Staying at Parque de Campismo de Vila Cha and went in search of local restaurants. What a fabulous and unexpected find! It may not look much from the street but the upstairs restaurant was lovely and full of locals which is usually a good sign. Staff were very attentive and food was absolutely delicious. We ate the monkfish rice to share for mains and it was outstanding. Would strongly recommend a visit. If we were staying here longer we’d definitely come back again!“

“Authentic, original and different tavern. Very friendly service and very good food. It is a perfect place to watch the sunset on the opposite wall with a beer and then have dinner there. We were surprised that it was very cheap too. They told us that the kitchen was late and we waited because the place is worth the wait.“

“Wonderful place if what you want is traditional and honest Portuguese food. Delicious and abundant food. Menu with soup and a dish to choose between meat and fish plus accompaniment. All delicious and at a very good price. We were treated fantastically in a very genuine way. We love this place.“

“Mega delicious food! At first we were confused about where we saw the prices and luckily we only ordered one portion of fish for two, which was completely sufficient! Fantastic location with good weather!!! Space on the terrace with the dogs!“

“Today, together with five other colleagues, we went for lunch at this restaurant called Chã Villa, we were very well received and treated well by both its owner D. Isabel and her collaborators. What was served to us was all impeccably good (roasted sardines, octopus fillets and house-made cod) well done and we promise to return soon. Great price.“

“Mr Fernando welcomed us very well.
We felt very comfortable in our tavern facing the sea.
He suggested Clams and octopus rice.
It was divine.
Almeijoeiras only with olive oil and salt, served with fresh bread! Very good!“

“Very good food, fast and attentive service, very good prices. They served us almost out of hours without any problems. They also gave us tips to find a parking space more easily. It's very worth it! It's where we go to eat whenever we visit Vila Chã. We were 4 people.“

“Very good site. 2 spacious and very elegant rooms, very good service and very well prepared food and lots of quantity. We left very happy and we will return.
You can try many typical dishes of the city but it is not a tourist place packed with people. Very good experience“

“Highly recommended. Service is excellent and food is even better. People go and support these guys they know their stuff!

Greetings to the team in the restaurant from ”Dude which eats like a horse” and the ”Lady of the sin gin drink” and ”Long haired hippie with tattoos”“

“They still exist! This is my seventh time in Portugal and this is another neighborhood restaurant where you can eat very well for a competitive price!
Friendly service and good food, leave the center and see it in this neighborhood.“

“Impeccable.
Wonderful food, very good staff.

Just pay attention to the invoice.
I paid €9 for butter that wasn't even on the table. (My fault, I paid and only checked later). But we just have to pay attention to the invoice, otherwise, I advise you. ?“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant. Usually I plan, read reviews, check everything. In this case there was no need. We were greeted by the owner and taken to a nice table with cloth. We had the mixed seafood plate for two. Followed by (wife made)cheese cake. . all was excellent .We will return.“

“The boss is very nice.
While serving at the door, he took the time to answer our questions.
This is what convinced us to enter there.
Very good fish?
Very well grilled and very tasty.
Go there with your eyes closed.
We will return there with great pleasure..“

“Nothing particularly interesting in this francesinha and in this space. Maybe it's a matter of taste, but the sauce is extremely spicy, which I don't like and doesn't allow me to fully taste the other ingredients. The sausages were nice, but the steak was too rare and dry.
The service is relatively fast but quite depersonalized. When we arrived, we waited 10 minutes at the door without any type of interaction from the staff who completely ignored our presence.“

“For those who find themselves walking the coastal road of the Camino de Santiago, this restaurant is truly unmissable.
Quality traditional Portuguese cuisine at the right price.
The owner very kind and helpful.
Highly recommended.“

“Comfort food is of extreme quality. A wide variety, here we can choose several dishes and even some good boards. Service is provided with great friendliness and availability. Always concerned about whether everything is to the customer's liking.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND.“

“When you know about pruning, you know!
Excellent food, in my case an impeccable alheira puff pastry! The restaurant was full at lunchtime and, as I found out, it's always like that! The service is very pleasant and familiar! I'll be back for sure!“

“Excellent!
Well prepared dishes, with one very small flaw! Sufficient quantity.
The "almost" perfect sea rice!
Very professional staff, attentive, friendly and very willing.
The room is large and quiet.
Price, although a little high, is still almost fair.
I will definitely go back and recommend it without a shadow of a doubt.“

“Praça Velha continues to be our go-to restaurant for the prato do dia. Every day, there is a meat or fish dish that is accompanied by salad and potatoes or rice. The meal is started with fresh soup and includes coffee and a dessert (often fresh fruit, chocolate mousse, creme brûlée, or baked cinnamon apple). The prato do dia is always a very-reasonable price and the owners and servers are excellent. You really feel at home here, as they treat each diner with respect. The food is always fresh! It is an easy walk from the main street (one block from the market area) and is nestled in a quaint street. There are about 12 tables for four, one table for 8 or 9, and numerous patio tables.“

“Today, Monday for lunch only, the options were cod fillets or sardines with greens rice, there was also pinky cutlet with white rice.The owner Mr Pedro and his daughter D.Mariana serve with some good humor in Porto fashion.This is a place on Rua do Bonjardim in front of Rua do Paraiso, which is typically traditional.I would say yes, I would recommend it and I would come back this time a little sooner :)“

“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.“

“Cozy place, funny and friendly staff, good and homemade food, good starters and the veal was also good, lots of dessert, great sangria! A special note for the waiter Sale, very helpful and funny, a Pakistani who shows many Portuguese people how to serve the table, the manager was also super attentive, he went to get a high quality Portuguese limoncello which made the already pleasant dinner super fantastic! After
Hearing so much I went and we liked it, I recommend it! Good experience (very good decoration)“

“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“

“(Translated by Google) Very nice place with good homemade food, fast and friendly service, all young but experienced people, I strongly recommend 5 stars without a doubt(Original)Lugar muito agradavel com boa comida tipo caseiro atendimento rapido e simpatico ,tudo gente nova mas experiente recomendo vivamente 5 estrelas sem duvida

Parking: Parque muito amplo gratuito a 50 mts“

“It's probably the only restaurant outside the Mealhada route that can match the quality of the suckling pig! Just watch the whole roast suckling pig pass by, which is cut in front of the customer. A delight!! Everything is good, the suckling pig, the side dishes, the dessert... It's worth it. It is advisable to reserve.“

“Delicious flavours, quality produce, excellent service from both the front of house team and skilled chefs/kitchen staff. Loved the linguine Nero with prawns, sauteed vegetables were perfectly done and the chocolate mouse was too good. Excellent dining experience with a helpful waitress that helped explain the local beer and wine choices to a couple of Camino pilgrims.“

“My experience was fantastic. The quality of the meal was phenomenal.
Simple but extremely well prepared food, exemplary care and service.
A relaxed, but organized and comfortable atmosphere. Without any presumption.
I became a customer.“

“The food was lovely. An amazing treat. We would return simply for the polvo and rice. Wouldn’t recommend with children though, the service is quite stiff and the restaurant quiet so was the least welcoming for families of all the restaurants we have ever been to in Portugal. However we had a nice time overall.“

“A must-see place to get to know Porto. It's a tavern. It's completely typical. They are the best ham sandwiches in town.
There are other snack options, among several drink options.
The atmosphere is popular and constantly bustling.“

“Best francesinha in Porto!

Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian francesinha, also very good!

Dietary restrictions: If you're lactose intolerant or alergic to cheese, you can ask to cover your francesinha with ham instead of cheese.

Kid-friendliness: They have chairs for kids

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant has tables in the ground floor“

“Absolutely outstanding restaurant. The chef creativity and execution of the food was incredible. The service was impeccable, very knowledgeable staff. Daniel was great!

We tried the Scallops, which were divine. We then the octopus which was also very good. These were matched with Sidonio de Sousa sparkling wine. We then had the Sea Bass with clams risotto - this was an absolutely outstanding dish! Wow... Finally we tried the lobster with a delicious risotto as well. These dishes were matched with Insula Chao de Lavas, an outstanding wine, perfectly matching the dishes. Finally, we tried their version of the tiramisu...again what a version! Delicious and matching was the fantastic Vinho Madeira Borges! All in all an excellent dinner! Thank you to all the team..“

“Very good quality pastries without a doubt...I would just like to point out one drawback, which is not a problem but sometimes, with a lot of people it is confusing, the tables are very close together and it ends up not being a calm place to enjoy... rest 5 stars... I recommend it!“

“Fresh fish displayed at the entrance and a fire pit next to the road where they will be roasted. Nice atmosphere, friendly service. Prices in line with other restaurants in the region (around 55.00 per kilo), sardines (12.00), side dishes, desserts, etc. Lunch without wine, around 40.00 euros per person.“

“Ended up here by mistake, having thought we’d booked a different restaurant. We were however delighted with the food (lots of meat options - fish has to be ordered in advance) and the service, the team were very friendly and spoke great English and advised on our order and wine. The food was reasonable priced, which was lucky as we didn’t see a menu.“

“(Translated by Google) I really like the quality, varied menu, very friendly people.I just think the napkins are too good it's a waste of paper and if we order soup there's one more to wrap the spoon. Little sustainable. The rest, everything is very good, including the desserts, of course.(Original)Gosto muito da qualidade, ementa variada, pessoas muito simpáticas.Só acho que os guardanapos são bons demais é um desperdício de papel e se pedirmos sopa vem mais um a embrulhar a colher. Pouco sustentável. O resto, tudo é muito bom, incluindo as sobremesas, claro.

Parking: Fácil estacionar à porta.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Portuguese restaurant Villa Nova in Tourcoing, France. I'm a big fan of Portuguese cuisine, and I was excited to discover thisrestaurant.The restaurant's menu offers a variety of traditional Portuguese dishes, including starters, main courses and desserts. For the main course, I chose the bacalhau à bras, a dish of cod cooked with potatoes, onions and olives. It was a hearty and delicious dish.The service at the Villa Nova restaurant was excellent. The staff was attentive and helpful, and they made our experience a memorable one.The Villa Nova restaurant is located in a charming setting, with traditional Portuguese decoration. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, and it's a great place for a romantic meal or dinner with friends.I had a great time at the Villa Nova restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and the ambiance was lovely. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Portuguese dining experience.“

“We stumbled upon this cafe by chance, where we had a wonderful meal! The owner is really nice and we were guests of this fantastic place, waiting to go to the airport.
Frequented by young people, locals and some tourists who, once they have tried the bifane in the evening and the first courses, at lunch, return faithfully.
Well done! See you soon! Diana and Paola“

“The food is very good, but a little expensive in price. They have also given us bread, olives and some other starters that we had not ordered, so be careful and return everything you don't want because otherwise they will charge.
The portions are a bit fair, but the flavor is excellent. It is clear that they are famous for their cod croquettes, and a good location, in front of the sea, so that they can stop by when they are done.
Poor accessibility for people with reduced mobility, there are stairs to the dining room upstairs, although they have a large terrace on the street.“

“Authentic little place with impeccable prices and large portions. We went here to see where locals come to eat real Portuguese food and were not disappointed.

There is an option for a full menu for €20 per person, but we were not as hungry, so we opted for the haddock fish fillets after a starter of croquets. Both tasted absolutely delicious and I would definitely recommend these. Portions are generous and service is fast; despite the language barrier there were no miscommunications regarding the order. At only €25 including a generous tip, we were full and satisfied.“

“One of the best, if not the best francesinha I've eaten to date. I live so close to this place and had never been here, despite seeing the queues outside the door that announced something good.
The steak is juicy, the meat is good and quality, the cheese is sensational.
The sauce is spicy and the potatoes are very good.
The Fino comes out at the ideal temperature and gas, reminiscent of the Fino from Galicia.
The service is friendly and very competent, guided by discretion and simplicity.

Positive note for the cloth napkins, almost unheard of in restaurants of this type.
Definitely repeating.“

“Super friendly 5* service. They have a lot of empathy with regular customers. We've been going there for a good few years. Food is always of high quality, well prepared with care in presentation and always accompanied by fresh or cooked vegetables. At an affordable price.

Parking: Plenty of parking in the surrounding streets.“

“(Translated by Google) The right place to support Futebol Clube do Porto, have a snack and drink a few beers.A house of Portistas for Portistas!(Original)O sítio certo para apoiar o Futebol Clube do Porto, petiscar e beber umas cervejas.Uma casa de Portistas para Portistas!“

“Having just returned from a trip, 6 friends and I had the excellent idea of ​​ending our vacation with dinner.
We decided to repeat our presence at this house where we had already been in December... and we couldn't have chosen a better place.
We started with the Fino to satisfy our longing for good beer and when we sat down we found an excellent outdoor space, which allowed us to enjoy the late afternoon sun and watch the Euro game.
Moving on to the food: cutlet, naco and posta, accompanied by bean rice (divine) and French fries. Dessert (good pudding) and coffees.
Everything is great… whenever I land in Porto, my dinner will be here!“

“Lovely little cafe/restaurant run by a Portugese couple. Small, maybe fit 10 people inside, but worth a visit. They don't speak English, when asked about a menu the woman listed the ingredients she had and asked what we wanted her to make. Proper Portugese home cooked food, we nick named her our portugese mum! My gf had steak, rice and chips, I had salmon, rice and chips, and we each had a beer, came to 10euro each. I ate all the food before i could take a photo of it! Best salmon I've ever had, definitely worth a visit if you can find it. Across from one of the entrances to the local shopping centre.“

“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.“

“The restaurant has a very good atmosphere, right on the beach, and the staff are very friendly and attentive. The restaurant is known for its francesinha, but it is not the ideal place for those who like a good spicy sauce, in the Porto style.“

“??Home cooking! With huge portions. Not a ton of English spoken here. But if you try you will easily muddle through. Left phone at home but had the bacalao do braga. Basically fried fish accompanied by onions, peppers and garlic in olive oil and a bit of fresh black olives on top. Accompanied by oval shaped potatoes. Basically the best potato chips ever.
Family oriented friendly and very local! We will be back again soon! You will love the price!

??Home cooking! With huge portions. Not much English is spoken here. But if they try, they easily get out of trouble. I left my cell phone at home but ate the cod from Braga. Basically fried fish accompanied by onion, peppers and garlic in olive oil and a little fresh black olives on top. Accompanied by oval-shaped potatoes. Basically the best fries ever.
Friendly family oriented and very local! Soon we'll be cracking again! You'll love the price!“

“It was our first night in Lisbon, after arriving from the States a few hours earlier. We had no energy to research restaurants nor to wander more than a few blocks from our hotel. The hotel receptionist recommended Duque, which was just down the street from our lodgings. Arriving at the restaurant, I noted menus posted in Portuguese, English, French, and Italian, and my heart sank a bit as that's usually a sign of a "tourist trap." But no matter, as I said, we had no energy to look further, so we proceeded in the door, and we were so glad that we did. We were greeted promptly & warmly, and immediately shown to a table, despite our lack of reservations. To start, we ordered the couvert, as well as the Caldo Verde soup for my husband and a green salad for me; the latter was not on the menu but I asked if one was available & told that it was. For the main course, my husband had the Oven Roasted Octupus & I ordered the Roast Salmon. All of the food was well prepared and the service could not have been more friendly or attentive. My husband's napkin slid off his lap onto the floor; our waitress noticed & brought him a clean napkin before he had a chance to ask -- something you'd expect at a "fine" restaurant but not necessarily one that is this casual. Looking around the room, it was clear that the restaurant is very "tourist friendly," though not a "tourist trap." I doubt that there was a single Portuguese patron there, though plenty of Americans, British, and Germans. So, if you are bent on finding an obscure "hole-in-the-wall" that is undiscovered by other visitors, that's not Duque. But Duque is perfect if you are seeking well-prepared Portuguese food at a moderate price, in a welcoming, convivial atmosphere.“

“To access the restaurant, just exit the restaurant street (R Heróis de França).

Fresh fish from the sea and other Atlantic delicacies. Try the seasonal seafood. As it is a restaurant with a family atmosphere, but with a small room and a new room set up on the sidewalk, at peak times it is difficult to get good service, so I recommend sitting down early (12:30pm) or making a reservation.

Suggestion: for starters you can order grilled garlic bread. Then a grilled sea bass that can be accompanied by mashed potatoes, but also goes well with naughty greens rice or tomato rice. For dessert, a creamy milk.

With these options it is easy to become a customer.

Toilet area and bathroom decorated with sea motifs.

With WIFI available. Reasonable access for people with reduced mobility.

Free parking at the auction – ask for your parking ticket when leaving the restaurant.

João Pires author“