I liked it so much I went back for lunch. Easily the best steaks in Portugal. Also delicious foie,…read morecarpaccio, wagyu with caviar on top. Try the stinton sauce and get the chateaubriand. In my opinion, its better than the chuleton. Get the mashed potatoes. They're also delicious and so are the roasted tomatoes that come with the steak. Finish with the chocolate dessert. It is amazing.

I walked in without a reservation, eager to try it based on a recommendation, and it did not…read moredisappoint! The ambiance was inviting, with warm lighting and a vibrant atmosphere that buzzed with conversation--perfect for unwinding after a long day. I was greeted warmly and seated at the bar--my favorite spot. Within minutes, I had a glass of wine, and the server guided me through the menu with excellent recommendations. The best part? You can choose your steak cut right before ordering, adjusting it to your appetite. The staff, including the chef, were incredibly friendly and engaging, adding to the welcoming vibe. Pro tip: in Portugal, Medium Rare is more like Blue Rare, so ask for Medium if you want a true Medium Rare. Can't wait to come back!

This rooftop steak restaurant is in the heart of Cascais. It has a great view of the plaza. The…read moreservice is really good. You can not go wrong with any of the steaks made to perfection. They carefully select each piece of meat at its origin. From the genetic heritage, to feeding on the best pastures, to its habitat, as well as the fundamental process of maturation and artisanal cutting. There are dishes that, for the quality of their flavor, origin, and preparation, conquer a place on our table. We are talking about our irresistible meats and, of course, every full-bodied sauce and accompaniment they are served with. They guarantee the tastiest, most tender and succulent meat with an incredible view, which is the bay of Cascais. Terrazza is a perfect place for a summer lunch, a cozy dinner, or a lively group event with a stunning view as a backdrop!

The steak was not what I had expected after reading so many positive reviews. My husband ordered…read morethe Terrazza combination steak medium and they came out the proper temperature... maybe even a little more rare. However, when he bit into it... he kept on chewing. Both steaks were tough. The peppercorn sauce was delicious. The potato puree was similar to paste in texture along with the creamed spinach. I ordered the Argentinian steak and that too was rather tough but jute flavor of salt and pepper on the grill made it edible. Needless to say we were disappointed in our meal. The ambiance had something to be desired. The outdoor furniture was falling apart and was not what we had anticipated. We were the only people in the restaurant at 5:00pm and then two more couples came in while we were there...

I really enjoyed my meal here. The Burrata was a little hit or miss but my Ribeye steak was cooked…read moreperfectly and had tremendous flavor. The service was good and attentive and the ambiance was lovely. We found this place on Yelp as we were walking the nearby plaza and didn't like any of the selections there. Also, because it was very cold out and we didn't want to sit outside. The olive oil they used for dipping our bread was very good. I'm still mad I didn't catch the name of it SMH

On my first evening in Lisbon we passed by this restaurant RIB Beef & Wine. We were seated outside…read morerestaurant which is on the Rua do Arsenal. It's super busy with cars, buses, and trams. It's a decent view past that, since it overlooks the Parça do Comercio. The service was decent. They were pleasant and were helpful with people who only knew a few Portuguese words. The prices were high for Portugal. We paid 110 euros per person. Unfortunately I cannot recommend this restaurant. It felt like a tourist trap with high prices, and low quality meat. When we were all done every person had chewed and spit out portions of the beef that wasn't edible. Such better options off the main roads.

Service was great and the food was outstanding--the best vegan burger I've ever had. My family also…read morereally enjoyed the steaks and burgers. The sangria was yummy, the ambiance was nice, and the tables were spacious. Highly recommend!

I recently traveled to Lisbon to celebrate my cousin turning 40. One of the nights we had free so…read moremy sister and I were in search for steak! This was the place to be! We ordered a ribeye steak with the potatoes gratin and a side salad. Simple but delicious! The steak was tender and cooked to a perfect medium rare, just like we like it. We spent about 35 euros which equaled about 40 USD

Had dinner at Vincent's this last week. Great atmosphere in an old building. Ate in a cubby hole by…read morethe window. Really fun and the service was great. Calf cheeks were so tender (like butter) and delicious. Lamb chops were tasty but on the thin side. Also had burrata and it was very good, but would have been better on soft bread not hard toast.

Amazing ambiance and it's quite the vibe. The smash burger was great and came with fries which is…read morealways an easy go to hit, the steak Vicente was ok I wish it was served a bit warmer but overall not bad. The service on point and the decor was beautiful, the candle light set the mood.

Not my favorite of José Avillez. I came here after Cantinho which I enjoyed more. The food was good…read morebut not great. The squid dish was suggested by the waiter and I honestly wish I ordered something else. It was very salty. Huge portion. The squid itself was cooked very well though. The bread was good but nothing special. I didn't find the Smokey butter taste very Smokey. The rice dish desperately needed a vegetable so I ordered the tomato salad. It was simple, flavorful, and huge. I enjoyed that most of all. I did want dessert but felt unwilling to spend so much in a pastel de nata...

3.5 Stars Had heard a lot about Chef Avillez's restaurants,…read morebut unfortunately this just did not live up to the hype. First, the good - the airy courtyard-vibe was pretty. The food was just decent - I enjoyed the tuna tartare, and the battered hake fillet was good but nothing special. My dining partner really enjoyed their octopus, and claimed it was the best she's ever had. One of my other dining partners ordered the blue lobster rice, however unfortunately for its price (60 euros), it tasted the same as any seafood rice from any other restaurant, with a few pieces of lobster thrown in. The main problem was the excessively slow service. We made our reservation for 7:30PM, but it was close to 9PM before our food arrived. I understand the stereotype of American tourists not appreciating the leisurely European dining experience, but waiting for 1.5 hours was really unpleasant, and we felt rushed after the food arrived as we had plans for after dinner. Would not recommend.

I was looking for a restaurant in the area and discovered this on TheFork. The ratings weren't high…read more(but not horrible either), but there was a promotion so that gave me an incentive to reserve this place. The moment we arrived, the entire restaurant was very empty. There was only one other table occupied. I can understand why they are offering promotions on booking websites to gain business. We ordered the ceviche, seafood platter, and calamari. The ceviche was horrible. I couldn't finish it since it didn't taste fresh. The seafood platter was okay. There were some things on the platter that just didn't taste good. Overall, I would not recommend this place.

There are so many restaurants to choose from in Barrio Alto that it was difficult to choose a…read morerestaurant. This place seemed affordable and not overpriced because they don't have fado (singing). But the menu is super cute! My friend and I ordered appetizers to share - ceviche of the day (salmon) and the crab. Ceviche definitely tasted better with the cucumbers and onion in the same bite. If you order the crab, then the you're given all the utensils needed - small fork, clamp and a hammer. The roe in the shell of the crab was combined with some meat and mayo - giving it a more creamy texture. The crab itself was chilled but is fresh. I ordered the shrimp rice with monkfish as my entree and it was delicious! The rice was a bit soupy but super flavorful, while the shrimp and the monkfish was tender. My friend ordered the seabass, which came out as a whole fish and not a filet. Overall, good experience with tasty and fresh seafood. Don't forget to checkin for a free beer!

Energetic atmosphere, tried a variety of dishes and they were all good. Great service. Recommended!read more

I don't understand all the hype. The restaurant was good, not great. The service was very good for…read morethe most part. The decor was dated but in a kind of cool way. Though I must say it does not match the vibe portrayed by the website. It is very bright inside and feels very 1980s-1990s. People said it's high end and to dress well but there were tourists showing up in shorts and t-shirt. Which is fine but again, not the vibe I expected. To start I said I didn't want the couvert. They took away part of it and left the rest. We just decided what the hell and ate some of it. The cured meat (I forget what kind) left a strange film under my tongue I've never experienced eating similar meat so I didn't eat much of it. The cod was very bony. Parts of it were cooked beautifully and parts were very overcooked and chewy. The potatoes were too salty but well cooked. The greens had grit in them and crunched uncomfortably in my teeth. The steak was lovely but the accompanying rice was hard and bland. It was the only place I've eaten in Portugal (and I've tried a pretty large variety of types) where the sever held the credit card machine in front of me asking if I wanted to enter a tip as I was in the process of looking at the bill and paying. I would have tipped anyway but it was definitely off-putting. Maybe the hype is just residue from a bygone era? I was told I had to try it so I did but I wouldn't go back and probably wouldn't recommend it.