Portuguese Restaurants near Vila Vicosa, PT

“Friday lunch, got there early at 12:00. Very pleasant outside area to sit in. Great service, good food - I had fish with potatoes and salad, all very fresh and well presented. My husband had lamb chops, they were excellent. The cheesecake was really good and chocolate mousse too. With bread and olives, a glass of wine, 4 beers, bottle of water and a coffee the bill was 52 euros. Will definitely return.“

“When was the last time you went to a restaurant and had the chance to taste wine before ordering, where in a meeting with the owner you had to discuss recipes, wines and olive oils? Where was the care taken to treat you as more than just customers?
It all started with a web search and comments that Taverna dos Conjurados had closed because they "had retired". I went looking for the space and found the owner doing some exterior renovations and informing me that they were only open on weekends and operated by appointment. I made an appointment for the following night (Friday).
The Renaissance fair took away our appetite, but we ordered a salad as a starter.
This was followed by sirloin steaks with apple puree and wild rice and duck magret where I swapped the fried potatoes for rice. The flavors matched perfectly and the wine complemented it. Curiosity for the description of Manjar das Chagas made us order dessert. We also ordered cream cheese sweets....
It was a very well spent dinner where the combination of flavors was perfect.
From us, thank you very much.“

“We were returning to Spain but we wanted to eat some migas from Alentejo because they are famous. Searching we ended up in this place, where we ordered the crumbs (only crumbs because we were on a budget at the end of the trip). Even though we sat at a table just to order some crumbs, they treated us better than anywhere I have ever been. Furthermore, they gave us the best crumbs in the history of Portugal and they never complained that we only ordered that. Like nowhere really here, if you are lucky enough to end up here, I congratulate you.“

“(Translated by Google) The snails were very good and the tomato soup too. The baits were cooked like my grandmother's, who is also from Alentejo. The price-quality ratio is really good. It has a very nice terrace. Very much worth a visit.(Original)Os caracóis estavam muito bons e a sopa de tomate também. As iscas estavam cozinhadas como as da minha avó que também é alentejana. A relação qualidade peço é mesmo muito Boa. Tem um terraço que é muito agradável. Merece muito uma visita.“

“We found this gem by searching restaurants near by and it was the photos that caught our interest! Reviews of course always help but are based on personal experiences and choice of dishes! We absolutely loved this cozy place! Very popular with the locals so we knew we picked a great spot ! We ordered the battered fish accompanied by a side of rice and beans and salad, and a bottle of white wine! We enjoyed our dinner here very much! Very reasonably priced and the service was great! We had no room for dessert but they all seem to order something afterwards and sweets looked really good! Overall I highly recommend this spot when in the area!“

“Great!! We went several times, for lunch and dinner, during our vacation in Vila Viçosa. The team is always friendly and cheerful, the atmosphere pleasant and the food tasty. The shrimp pizza is incredible, as well as the asparagus omelette, the kebabs and the desserts (especially the 'Besides good', it's more than good).“

“I can say that I have never felt so welcome and welcomed in a restaurant like this! 5-star food, super welcoming space and the staff are out of this world, super friendly. Not to mention the food and the coriander crumbs which are super tasty ???“

“It's worth the trip (for those who aren't from the area) and the time-consuming experience because, in addition to the excellent gastronomic and oenological offerings that are very present with a contemporary Alentejo matrix, the friendliness, brio and joy with which we are received and treated is unforgettable. A very special thank you to Chef Michelle and Chef Rúben for everything. I also recommend visiting and/or staying at Casa Gafanha, the newest brother in the group ??“

“Fantastic food
Made with great skill resulting in delicious and perfect dishes
Traditional Portuguese food prepared with great care.
I was speechless
The rabbit rice, the rooster, the lamb are all magnificent and of course don't miss the desserts, they are all delicious
Service without confusion and with a lot of organization, we were attended to with great friendliness and professionalism
For those who don't know the restaurant, the decor invites you to come in.
Thanks
I have to come back here“

“This was the best meal we had in a week of outstanding meals in Portugal. All the dishes were excellent and wile the wild boar was something I am glad to have tried once, the steak was totally out of this world, 110 per cent! All the dishes were designed to be shared, which particularly appealed to the Asian side of my family. The whole experience was complimented by the lively surroundings and whimsical artworks, and the accompanying own brand wines chosen by the attentive sommelier were all superb. All in all a most enjoyable evening (and excellent value too!)“

“An excellent experience!
We were received very warmly, despite a mistake with our reservation, there were no obstacles to our lunch.
Wonderful food, very well prepared and with regional products.
We will definitely return.“

“Very good restaurant, good food, service, atmosphere
For several years we have stopped to eat at this restaurant, we are passing through from Spain to Lisbon, or when we are returning to Spain. We adore everything, spectacular ? We recommend, note 10“

“Pleasant and unusual surprise. I stopped for lunch on a work day. The restaurant was full and I decided to leave, but the owner surprised me with a "pst where are you going..." and promptly found us a table and served without delay. Very good black pork cheeks, not very fatty, well prepared and at a fair price. I recommend it and will definitely return.“

“It was a very pleasant surprise, we were passing through and ended up eating here, and thank goodness, as it's delicious, the alheira balls, without a doubt the best I've ever eaten, not to mention the starters and the main course, all prepared in the time and super good. I highly recommend it.“

“We namen met twijfels plaats op het sfeervolle binnenplaatsje. Er kwam een super lieve serveersters aan gelopen die vroeg wat we wilde drinken. Zij kon geen woord engels en wij geen woord portuguees. Met handen en voeten werken kregen we wijn, water, olijven, brood en meer op twijfel. De kaart is handgeschreven, google lens kon ons er niet bij helpen maar toen we aangaven dat het voor ons moeilijk te begrijpen was. Werden we zo ontzettend lief geholpen. We hadden geen idee wat we op tafel kregen, maar het was echt verrukkelijk. We hebben zo erg genoten van deze avond met deze fantatisch lieve serveerster.“

“I just visited ‘A Chaminé’ in Alandroal and I must say that the experience was exceptional! The food is not only delicious, but also authentically typical, making it a real gastronomic pleasure. A dish not to be missed: black pork, absolutely delicious and perfectly prepared. The boss is incredibly welcoming and contributes greatly to the warm atmosphere. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to taste the real cuisine of the region. A must-visit!“

“Amazing.
Mr Valentim - Very friendly.
He sang an emotional fado that brought tears to our eyes.
True, humble food.
Traditional and well-prepared flavors.
Fresh and quality products.
Without a doubt, the restaurant to visit when you are in the Alandroal area or when you want to try typical food!“

“The restaurant has new owners and has reopened at the end of March 2024. What an improvement! Friendly & enthusiastic people, the food is delicious and really better than it was under the previous owners. Large portions (we think?) so go there with an empty stomach ;) The location is of course beautiful! Beautiful decor and the view is fantastic! Definitely go for this rediscovery!“

“We came for lunch based on all the great reviews. It was even better than we expected. We had no reservation but were warmly welcomed by the staff and seated right away. The bread was excellent. Two of us are vegetarian and they made us an absolutely delicious shitake mushroom risotto. The other two in our group had the seafood paella and were equally delighted with their food and said it was the best paella they have ever eaten. The passion fruit cheesecake was divine. We will absolutely be returning to this restaurant the next time we are in the area.

Vegetarian options: Although this restaurant specializes in meat dishes, they were happy to prepare for us a really special mushroom risotto. It's as good as any you would find in a highly rated vegetarian restaurant.“

“A Portuguese food buffet, you can eat and drink for €10 whatever you want. Including dessert and coffee. The best from the area. Lunches and also dinners. Totally advisable

Parking: It is a very beautiful small town with a castle. I was there during the week and there was plenty of free parking.“

“A space alluding to Sporting, with a familiar and welcoming service, simply fantastic food (I recommend the grilled meat). Very good price-quality ratio and a lot of friendliness and kindness from the owners. A space not to be missed in Estremoz.“

“(Translated by Google) I really liked this placeVery good food, typically Alentejo and with great quality.Professional service attentive and friendly staffI recommend(Original)Gostei muito deste localComida muito boa, tipicamente alentejana e com grande qualidade.Atendimento profissional funcionários atenciosos e simpáticosRecomendo“

“An ideal place, away from the usual circuit of restaurants close to the border with Spain, and that is precisely why it provides an authentic local flavor of nature, we could say, Alentejo.They have a brief menu of starters, daily specials, fish and meat, but cooked over a slow fire in the Portuguese tradition.We had Feijoada, which are large beans with rice, very well seasoned, and a skewer of tight pork (exquisite!) and for dessert, a camel slime.The service was quite fast and the waiter was very attentive: he spoke Spanish very well.“

“(Translated by Google) Friendliness and efficiency. Good sandwiches and good soup. Guaranteed distancing on the esplanade. Recommended for anyone who wants a simple and quick meal. Good quality/price ratio.(Original)Simpatia e eficiência. Sandes boas e boa sopa. Distanciamento garantido na explanada. Recomendado para quem queira uma refeição simples e rápida. Boa relação qualidade/preço.“

“Traditional, regional food done right. The winery setting is lovely but the food really is second to none. Generous portions of amazing food with a generous wine list to go along. Not to miss if you visit Borba (the Borba winery own shop next door has an incredible selection of some of the best local wines).“

“The last typical in Borba and one of the very few that survived in Alentejo. Food is very good and tastes homemade, this is not your typical restaurant, they served only two or 3 dishes per day that change daily and seasonally.If you want an affordable meal with and experience the true feel of Alentejo don’t miss this place.“

“Beautiful place in Estremoz, really a must-go!Wonderful ambience, full of local history and stories, super kind and friendly staff and owners, and a wide variety of Alentejo and Portuguese traditional dishes, including desserts, with incredible flavors. Alentejo style meat or Farofias for dessert are very very recommended! Wine is also fantastic!Hope to be back soon !“

“The food is good and tasty but the prices are too high for what is served. Even charging 2 euros for an extra saucer of rice on an 18-euro dish seems exaggerated to say the least. Furthermore, the amount to be paid was presented before showing the invoice. It is true that it was a momentary error on the part of the employee, but at the prices charged, exemplary service was required.“

“(Translated by Google) The interior of the restaurant is very elegant, but when it's hot, it feels good to dine outside in the garden, everything is very good!(Original)O interior do restaurante é muito elegante, mas com calor sabe bem jantar no exterior no jardim, tudo muito bom!“

“Very welcoming typical Alentejo restaurant. Homemade and very tasty food. We ordered fresh cheese, tomato soup with fried meat, tomato crumbs with fried meat and we finished with sericaia. Everything was delicious. The service was not the most friendly but it improved throughout the service. Small space, it is advisable to reserve.“

“Great surprise! We discovered this surprising restaurant by chance. And we were pleasantly surprised. The fish fillet dish was excellent. After communication difficulties, we ordered a vegetarian pasta dish that is not on the menu. The dish was just great. The food there is excellent. Highly recommended also because of the very cheap prices!“

“Simple, honest and very welcoming atmosphere, very friendly prices. Very nice comfort food.
For starters we ate a beautiful sheep's cheese from Rio de Moinho and olives, for the main course we had oven-roasted lamb with crumbled lettuce salad, and for dessert walnut cake and egg pudding.
Good preparation, tender, tasty meat, well seasoned, good wine, excellent service with a very personal touch, at the end they offer a glass of pennyroyal to all customers.
To be repeated, without a doubt.“

“Great little place near the large town square, which has free parking.
At the time we visited, they were only serving pizzas, although the menu is more extensive.
Anyway, the veg pizza we ordered was delicious. The service was good and the lady could speak some English.“

“One of the best dinners I have enjoyed on 3rd trip to Lagos. This is a jewel. Think of an old fashioned steakhouse where you expect to see Frank Sinatra seated in a corner table.The wine selection is extensive. You can purchase a reasonably priced bottle or a very expensive bottle. Antonio is one of the most knowledgeable sommelier’s I have met. We drank a 1966 bottle and he expertly opened it and decanted it. The wine was a perfect match for our meal.The rack of lamb is so flavorful. It has mint mixed in the seasoning but not overpowering. The steak filet is prepared table side and an experience not to be missed. The filet is served with a mushroom wine sauce- you will ask for a second piece of bread to soak up the sauce.Dessert was crepes prepared table side.Overall, an amazing experience. Great food and great service.“

“A professional team that focuses on the customer. Events are always well organized and meet schedules. The decoration of the room is simply fantastic.
The menu has several options and the tasting is always very good.
Diverse wine cellar with many notes of wines from the region.“

“Came on the recommendation of a Portuguese friend. Wondered if we were in the correct place from the exterior but once we entered it was clear we were in a lovely setting. Pretty empty on the evening we came the staff were attentive and helpful. We enjoyed a totally delicious meal. More pricy than most of our suppers in Lisbon but well worth the expense. We are told the restaurant recently changed owners but that the chef and staff are the same. An excellent place for a special meal out.“

“(Translated by Google) YOU ALWAYS EAT WELL I NEVER EAT BAD AND I GO A LOT OF TIMES. THE BATHROOM IS SMALL BUT VERY CLEAN EVEN AS IT IS OLD.JUST LIKE THE RESTAURANT. AT LUNCH IT IS ALWAYS FULL.IF THE CUSTOMER GOES LATE OR IS A LITTLE STRANGE IT IS"" ​​CORRIDO"" NORMAL. IT DOES NOT BELONG OR BELONG.BUT IF YOU WANT TO PAY WELL AND EAT CATO POR BREAST GO TO SOME OF THE CITY'S FABULOUS THINGS. COMFORT FOOD. ALWAYS DISH OF THE DAY FOR LUNCH.(Original)SEMPRE SE come BEM NUNCA COMI MAL E VOU MUITAS VEZES .A CASA DE BANHO É PEQUENA MAS MUITO LIMPA MESMO SENDO ANTIGA.TAL COMO O RESTAURANTE .AO ALMOÇO ESTÁ SEMPRE CHEIO .SE O CLIENTE VAI TARDE OU É UM POUCO ESTRANHO É"" CORRIDO"" NORMAL .NÃO É PERTENCIOSO NEM PERTENDE.MAS SE QUERE PAGAR BEM E COMER GATO POR LEBRE VÁ A ALGUM FOS BADALADOS DA CIDADE .COMIDA DE CONFORTO .AO ALMOÇO SEMPRE PRATO DO DIA .“

“(Translated by Google) Typical and traditional Portuguese food, very complete dishes, and very attentive and pleasant staff, it has a large free parking area right in front. Very tasty food.(Original)Comida típica y tradicional Portuguesa, platos muy completos, y personal muy atento y agradables, tiene una gran zona de aparcamiento gratuita justo enfrente. Comida muy gustosa.“

“The roasted rabbit in a pot is to eat and cry for more....It never fails!That's why whenever I pass by, I make it around lunchtime to appreciate the beauty of the rabbit in the clay pot.Keep the quality, which has kept the customer for over 30 years!!!“

“(Translated by Google) Menu of the day ????????Nice but slow service due to being underwhelmed.Ample parking(Original)Menú del día ????????Servicio agradable pero lento debido a ser insuficiente.Amplio aparcamiento

Parking: Esplanada tb para camiones.... típico de paso de transporte.“

“(Translated by Google) Moita good food, cod au gratin was divine. 5* service. We will come back for sure.(Original)Moita boa comida, bacalhau gratinado estava divinal. Atendimento 5*. Voltaremos com certesa.

Kid-friendliness: Espaço para crianças.

Parking: Disponível

Wheelchair accessibility: Disponível“

“Sr Jaquim handled well with a full house and people at the door waiting for a table. With his remax papers to order the orders, he was able to give me a table for four and his “troops” were friendly, fast and efficient in putting good food on my table. I wonder what it will be like on a calmer day... Coming back one day.“

“The steaks are 5 stars, the terrace is quite pleasant at night, apart from two dogs that walk between the tables, if we are not careful one of them drools on the table so big that it is, satff!!!, the lady who serves it The table is short on words, but super attentive, the gentleman on the two nights I went there to eat was rude, arrogant, we asked for a table and told us to go see his colleague, the next day he turned his back, but for the Spanish he was a sweetheart I even offered them snails to try, it was an offer, apart from this poorly formed man, it's worth it, the food is very good“

“Everything impeccable, but. . .pay attention to the tomato soup with figs. Soup for two people 10 eurs + 6 figs 6 eurs + 2 poached eggs 3 eurs = soup for 2. 19 euros. . . I leave it up to each person, but it gives you something to think about. Sometimes advice is expensive!!!“

“A very traditional restaurant right next to the start of a Serra de Ossa trail, and how good it felt! As it was the first time we went, the owner explained the entire menu to us in the good Alentejo way, and there are many delicacies to choose from. We ate dogfish soup and lamb stew, two local delicacies. Reasonable prices, and friendliness is free.“

“We stumbled on this place after being refused entry to another as they were too busy - this restaurant was quiet so we were not sure but how wrong were we? Husband had the meat platter on a hot stone and I had the fish on the hot stone Amazing food will definitely call again if get chance“