50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Vila Das Aves

“We went to watch a game at the football stadium, the restaurant is quite close to it. They treated us like at home, each and every one of them was very friendly, and the food was spectacular, typical Portuguese food. If we have the possibility of returning to Vila das Aves we will go to eat at Taberna do 7.“

“Taste is picturesque and a meeting point, always with stories and news, between scratch cards with a prize and others with other luck... Dona Rosa enchants me for its simplicity and intelligence over the years, it probably has the best and tastiest coffee in a little-known brand. da Vila, in a good location, and also providing a public service by giving information to those who pass by, I've been here for 3 months and I enjoy being there.“

“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!“

“S. Gião in Guimarães is a culinary masterpiece! This exceptional restaurant exceeded our expectations in every way. The pasta with shrimps was cooked to perfection, with succulent shrimp and a flavorful sauce. The tiramisu was creamy and divine, and the mushrooms were tender and expertly prepared. But the real surprise was the Smashed Eggs in appetizers - a game-changer!

Every single dish was top-notch, with fresh ingredients, precise technique, and presentation that was almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.

The service was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home.

S. Gião is a must-visit for anyone in Guimarães looking for an exceptional dining experience. Don't miss out on their outstanding pasta, tiramisu, mushrooms, and Smashed Eggs - your taste buds will thank you!

Highly recommend S. Gião for a truly unforgettable meal in Guimarães. Book your table now and get ready for a culinary journey!“

“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“

“We were four people and we did very well.
The choice fell on the Minho and Douro white wine menu.
The four-course menu is always the chef's choice and is only known when they arrive at the table.
The initial bread, crunchy, with sourdough, presided over by well-chosen olive oil and butter with… octopus roe, all received top marks.
Excellence dominated all the dishes, the soup, the fish, the meat and the final sweets, without exception. It is not important to describe them as they will not be the same on a subsequent visit.
The finish was enriched with variations of the abbey of Priscos and petit-gateaux with carrot, again with top marks.
Very professional service.
Very pleasant atmosphere on a Sunday when only one other table was occupied.
To revisit on a special day.“

“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 ??.“

“After all, Saints in the house perform miracles. Being from Areias, I had been wanting to try Madeira Taste for months. It was missing! From the bolo do caco, to the cod to the kebabs, everything is great! The poncha is fabulous... Diverse menu with all the flavor of Madeira! Areias (or Além Rio) and Santo Tirso came out on top...to repeat! Several times...“

“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 ?????“

“(Translated by Google) Pleasant space. Very good food for the price. Points less favorable to the delay of the service and also the facilities that need to be renovated, in particular the bathrooms. Other than that very good.(Original)Espaço agradável. Comida muito boa relativamente ao preço. Pontos menos favoráveis à demora do serviço e também as instalações a necessitar de serem renovadas, em especial as casas de banho. Fora isso muito bom.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Excellent homemade food and impeccable service, in a family atmosphere. The outdoor space is very beautiful and has free parking. It's worth every penny.

Parking: In private area. I don't know exactly the maximum number of seats, but maybe around 30 seats.“

“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“

“Lovely little place upstairs. The ceilings are really high so it makes it feel big which was great. Great music. The host was friendly and the food was beautiful! We had the Veal and a risotto special. The risotto was delicious but a little rich. Would certainly recommend.“

“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.“

“Very tasty and good looking food
We ordered steak and grilled cod and everything was great.
For dessert we ordered fruit salad, biscuit cake and cream from heaven and they were also equally good.
The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming.“

“(Translated by Google) Well it's good to eat here at this restaurant but I have to say something we were 2 couples hear another couple arrived later had to eat before us(Original)Bem e bom comer aqui neste restaurante mas tenho que dizer alguma coisa ermos 2 casais ouve outro casal chegou depois teve comer primeiro que gente“

“Very varied tapas with vegetarian options always accompanied by a good selection of wines and sangria. Menu with good dishes for those who don't want tapas, such as: cod, octopus and sliced ​​meat.
I recommend a "pajamas" for dessert!
Friendly and attentive staff!“

“Best restaurant in the north.I've known the family that created and runs the restaurant since I was born and I like to say that it feels like home.Starting with a rich range of starters: which bring tradition while introducing originality, from broken eggs to a roe stew.The main dishes: a homemade lamb and sea bass rice are the showcase for a menu that can't be missed.The best: the service, starting with Jorge (owner and face of the restaurant) and ending with his mother who brings the best homemade food to the table.Anyone who is lucky enough and has the pleasure of visiting here will easily return.“

“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.“

“A great surprise at the Terra Ó Mar restaurant! I went for the first time with a friend and I was delighted with the homemade seafood rice. I returned again with other people, both family and professional, and I can see | we have proven that this dish has excellent quality versus quantity. It was accompanied with a top of the house sparkling wine. I recommend you try it! You won't regret it. PS I appreciate the always friendly and welcoming way you welcome customers. Thanks.“

“(Translated by Google) Excellent, original and innovative food while maintaining a homemade and quality character! Good price / quality, I recommend!(Original)Comida excelente, original e inovadora mantendo um carácter caseiro e de qualidade! Bom preço / qualidade, recomendo!“

“(Translated by Google) A refined place, very differentiating, with very interesting and well-prepared gastronomic proposals. Acceptable price for the quality.(Original)Um lugar requintado, bastante diferenciador, com propostas gastronómicas muito interessantes e bem confeccionadas. Preço aceitável para a qualidade.“

“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...“

“It must be the best restaurant in the region in my opinion. Both the food and the atmosphere and the best I've eaten to date. I've known the house for over 25 years and I can assure you that there are no surprises. Safe value. I recommend it to everyone.“

“More than a decade as a customer, I recommend the service, friendliness, cleanliness, delicious food! Just a note, the price increase was a lot in one moment, losing some of the quality/price ratio, I consider that there are more options in this price range.

Kid-friendliness: Kids in general love the food and are very attentive to children.The soup is a hit with the kids.“

“(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!!“

“Without a doubt, I recommend the Barão restaurant! Service, simplicity, and food ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Today was my son's communion and from the preparation, decoration, food and drinks everything was top notch!
The staff are attentive and approachable!
I thank and congratulate everyone.
Thank you very much ??“

“My favorite restaurant since many years... and still every time we come back the Principe team manages to impress me and my family more & more... there is nothing on the menu we wouldn't recommend! From startes, main dishes to desserts and the best Sangria
The TEAM is very attentive and super friendly... they are simply the BEST*****“

“(Translated by Google) Homemade food, made with a lot of experience of traditional Portuguese cuisine. Good location with relaxing views of the Pele river valley. Professionalism...(Original)Comida caseira, confecionads com muita experiência do que é a cozinha tradicional Portuguesa. Bom local com relaxantes vistas para o vale do rio Pele. Profissionalismo...“

“One of the best bakeries, If not the best, around Famalicão area. Their special events cakes are to die for. Just go there and start chatting with the owner about flavor combinations for wedding, anniversary or special events cakes and you will be surprised with what they can do. Amazing flavors and freshness. All their pastries are also super good.“

“The best octopus restaurant in Portugal is this one.
Definitely take the house specialty octopus and also take the special bread (garlic bread).
Impossible to be disappointed if you like octopus. The sauce and flavor of the octopus mixture is a delight.
I recommend this address for octopus lovers.“

“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“

“We communicated through Instagram, we went on vacation to Portugal and when we returned we looked on Google and looked for it on Instagram. They responded very quickly. The service at the place was very good. The food excellent. We will be back!!!“

“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.“

“We had eaten hear and it was very good. The toilet was super far so after the meal my poop was running down my leg as I was looking for the toilet. Not a lot of starters. Pizza was tasty. The crust was too thick and the pizza was a bit soft. The waiter sometimes looked a bit irritated. The pasta was very good. Desserts are also super good.“

“Go NOW! This was such a wonderful experience and the food was PERFECT. Nothing fancy on the outside but inside is a gem. Beautiful white tablecloths, reasonable prices, and food again, PERFECT. We had recommended menu items from the owner (as we speak no Portuguese & he speaks some English). Service was outstanding. It’s worth a drive here if it’s out of your way.“

“Excellent food!
Good quality meat, perfectly cooked, punched potatoes with a unique flavor, very well cooked and roasted and even the salad was wonderful.
House dessert was delicious!
Very helpful employee, with a very comprehensive knowledge of all the dishes. I highly recommend it!“

“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......“

“(Translated by Google) A great place for a quick meal with Prato do dia for €8, with soup, bread, drink and coffee included. The space is big.The service was impeccable, the staff was quick.I recommend.(Original)Um ótimo local para refeição rápida com Prato do dia por 8€, com sopa, pão bebida e café incluído. O espaço é grande.O serviço foi impecável, staff rápido.Recomendo.“