The Francesinha sauce is seriously good&mdash;rich, a little sweet, with just a hint of spice. Steak was a bit tough and fries tasted pre-fried, but that sauce carries the whole plate. Staff are friendly, just a bit rushy.

the ambience, scenery, location, setting is a 5 stars for sure.. the food was good but my only deception was the cod fish..  the menu should have emphasised this was not fresh cod but salted cod.  The server did mention the dish was salty but there&#39;s a huge difference between being salty and not fresh fish.   That part of the meal completely threw  us off of what could have been an exceptional experience.

Easy like Sunday morning. One look at the menu and I realized that if half of what was promised was delivered, we were just fine.The hamburgers were great. Mine was a smash burger so I didn&#39;t expect it to be very juicy or anything, but it was packing flavour, the truffle sauce wasn&#39;t too overwhelming and bread was perfect for this kind of burger. Everyone else enjoyed their burgers as well.The assortment of fries options delivers quite well.We had a jar of passion fruit lemonade. Fresh, not too sweet, great value for money.The menu left me thinking I&#39;d need to be back to try other burgers, the real thing made me sure of it. Staff is nice, effective and forthcoming.

The menu&rsquo;s got some solid vegetarian picks. Food was tasty, but portions definitely shrank since I was here two years ago.

Very nice terrace with nice music.We took 4 little plates to share, for two, it was exactly what we were looking for!

The staff here are genuinely nice, super attentive even with our kids running around. Sangria hit the spot, nice and cold. Lasagna was solid, fish was good too. Place was a bit busy but that&#39;s fine. Would come back if we&#39;re in the area again.

The stuffed portobello with sausage was the best thing I ate there. Mushroom still had some bite, sausage gave it enough salt and fat. Didn&#39;t care much about the rest of the tapas. Portion was decent for the price. Would get that again if I&#39;m back.

The caldo verde tasted just like my grandmother&#39;s&mdash;simple and comforting. Portion was decent for the price, though I wished the cod came with a bit more. Cozy spot, felt like a family kitchen.

Nice spot, really liked the outdoor seating area. Breakfast was decent, nothing crazy but it worked. Gluten-free stuff was a bit scarce though. Walked into town after, took about half an hour, which was fine. Would come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The food was good and portions were generous, no complaints there. We had the chocolate mousse for dessert and it was really nice. Service was a bit slow though, we waited a while between courses. But the staff were friendly enough about it. I&#39;d come back if I&#39;m in the area again, just maybe not when I&#39;m in a hurry.

The set menu for two at &euro;35 is solid&mdash;four courses, wine, and coffee. The cod was the highlight, though the lamb held its own too. Desserts wrapped it up nicely.

Stopped by late for a bite. Got the steak and it was properly tender, melted in the mouth. Place was quiet, which I liked. Not the cheapest, but you get what you pay for. Solid if you&#39;re hungry after hours and want something decent.

Decent seafood spot, nothing fancy. Owner knows his stuff and was happy to chat about Portuguese dishes. Pretty good if you&#39;re in the area.

Stopped by for a quick dinner during a work trip. Got the grilled fish and rice, pretty solid. Place was busy but I got a seat fast. Price was fair for what you got. Not fancy, but it does the job. I&#39;d come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

Been coming here for a while now. Pastries are always fresh, and they never rush you out even if you&#39;re just having a coffee. Solid spot for a lazy morning.

Great staff and delicious meal  we are from Canada and they went out of their way to make out meal a great experience. Team was very friendly and helpful.

Came here for a late lunch and the wild boar stew really stood out. Tender meat, rich sauce, exactly what I needed after a long morning. Place has a nice local vibe, nothing fancy but comfortable. Service was fine, no complaints. Would go back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The grilled octopus was the only thing that mattered to me. Cooked right, tender, smoky enough. Didn&#39;t care about the tables or how long the waiter took. Just that plate. Maybe a bit pricey for the portion, but I&#39;d order it again. That&#39;s it.

Been coming here for a while now. The courtyard still gets me every time&mdash;so peaceful. Veggie menu&#39;s got some real thought behind it, even my carnivore friends liked it.

Big portions, tasty seafood, and the house wine did the job. Prices felt fair for what you got. Place is a bit off the tourist trail, which I liked.

The homemade desserts are honestly the best part &mdash; we grabbed a table with friends and the waitress kept checking if we needed anything. Burgers have proper meat quality too, not like the usual spots around here. Only thing is it got a bit loud later, but for a casual hangout it works 👌

Stopped here for dinner after wandering around the old town. Got the dry-aged steak and honestly it was pretty damn good. Sat outside on the terrace, nice spot to just watch people go by. Wine list had some solid options too. Place was a bit busy but that&#39;s fine.

Found this spot on a little side street close to the main squares. We came for a late lunch with friends and honestly the picanha was cooked so well, super juicy. Portions are huge, we couldve shared honestly. Prices are really fair for what you get. Just a heads up, it gets busy around 1pm so you might wait a bit. Would come back for sure. 😊

The seating here is what got me. Chairs are actually comfortable, you can sit for a while without getting stiff. I had a coffee and just relaxed, no rush at all. Staff left me alone but checked in when needed. Place has a younger crowd but nobody minds an older lady just chilling. Decor&#39;s been updated, looks fresh. Solid spot if you want an easy, low-stress break.

Stopped here for a late lunch and grabbed a seat by the window. The tapas were fresh, nicely plated. Local wine list was pretty good too. Owner took a few minutes to suggest some wineries nearby, which was a nice touch. Only thing is the place is small, so it can get a bit tight when it&#39;s busy. Decent spot overall.

A new restaurant tucked behind a shopping gallery. There were only 2 other customers during a Thursday dinner.Food is pan-iberian. We had very good patatas bravas and a flamed sausage as starters, and shared a paella which had quite a lot of liquid and not the socarrat we like. We got also a good tuna spread sandwich as a bonus. The waiter is sweet but shy with customers. Give this place a chance and try it yourself.

The tasting menu hit all the right notes. The cod was cooked perfectly, flaky and moist. That chocolate dessert with pepper, salt, and olive oil was wild, actually worked. Red Vinho Verde in the traditional bowl, nice touch. Maybe a bit pricey for what you get, but the flavors were solid.

The patio under the vines is the reason to come here. Had the sardines and the cod appetizer, both solid. The Douro wine paired nicely with the fish, which made the whole thing click. Service was a bit slow, but we weren&#39;t in a hurry. Good spot for a relaxed evening.

The place looks really nice inside, cozy and well decorated. I ordered the grilled octopus and it came out beautifully plated, tender and full of flavor. Service was friendly, not too pushy. Only thing is the tables are a bit close together, but for a casual dinner it worked fine. I&#39;d go back for that octopus again.

Amazing food from such a small place tucked out of the way. Reasonably priced too and friendly and knowledgable waiter. Highly recommended.

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