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Seafood paradise here with some interesting selections! We tried barnacles for the first time, which tasted salty like the sea and a bit chewy. Didn't really do it for me, but the SO liked them. Everything we had was fresh and good: I loved the shrimp in garlic and clams in garlic so much we ordered the razor clams after. The tiger prawns and scallops were delicious too. You must keep the bread to sop up all the yummy sauces. Simply prepared to let the star ingredients, the seafood, shine! I wish they would devein the shrimp though. The restaurant was packed! Reservations are an absolute must and available 3 months in advance with a €50 deposit.
If seafood is your love language, Cervejaria Ramiro is the Lisbon institution that lives up to every bit of its legendary status. We started with oysters, pristine and briny, served ice-cold and clean--no frills, just absolute freshness. From there, the clams in garlic and olive oil arrived bubbling and aromatic, the kind of dish you have to mop up with bread until the bowl is spotless. The showstopper? The giant tiger prawns, presented simply and perfectly cooked--sweet, meaty, and impossibly tender. And then came the crab, cracked open tableside, paired with Ramiro's famously rich, indulgent crab mixture (yes, the one everyone talks about). It's decadent, savory, and completely unapologetic. The vibe is classic Lisbon--buzzy, efficient, no-nonsense--yet the quality of the seafood feels luxe in the best way. Service is fast, knowledgeable, and keeps the parade of shellfish flowing seamlessly. Important tip: while walk-ins are possible, it's much better to have a reservation unless you're happy waiting--this place is packed for a reason. Come hungry, order generously. Cervejaria Ramiro isn't just a meal--it's a Lisbon rite of passage.
We went for dinner on New Year's Eve so probably not your normal everyday experience. It was pre-booked/ paid yet there was still a line to enter. The line took ~10 minutes. We were sat upstairs even though we requested to sit downstairs. Food delivers to the table very quickly so don't worry if you aren't sure how much food to order. You can always order more and it will still arrive quickly. The food was about 50/50 good. Razor clams and giant prawns delicious. Giant prawns could have used a little more char. The clams bulhao was extremely sandy - not great. We also tried the (supposed) spicy prawns. The prawn quality was fine but there was zero spice. Wine can be ordered by the glass bottle or half bottle which was a nice option. Our server was nice and efficient. Overall the seafood was hit or miss that day.
All my friends said this was a must try restaurant in Lisbon, and after visiting, I have to agree. I was lucky that day since there was no wait for a table. After checking the menu, I noticed it's mostly seafood, so if you don't eat seafood or are vegetarian, I wouldn't recommend it. But otherwise, this place truly lives up to the hype. I love crab, and I had the best crab of my life here! The shrimp was my second favorite, and I saw many people ordering the clams and garlic shrimp as well. The service was excellent too! Yeah and the bread was so good! I reminded myself that when I checked in this place.
When in Lisbon, Ramiro is a must. This place was recommended to us by both tourists and locals alike. If possible, I'd recommend making a reservation here unless you don't mind a long wait. A local told me reservations aren't necessary and they'll always have a table for you - this is true but it may come with an 1.5 hour wait attached. This was true in our case. You take a number and wait either outside or in their lounge area. The lounge felt a bit hacky to me but it's a good option for drinking and relaxing while you wait. There's a pour-your-own-pint option which was like a vending machine but for beer - pretty cool. The bathroom in the lounge area was really dirty and needed to be serviced. The outside waiting area can get crowded but is a better atmosphere than the lounge. However, the cheesy lounge, dirty bathroom, and long wait were all forgotten once we sat down. I was pleased to see an even mix between tourists and Portuguese people in our section. As much hype as this place gets, it's not a tourist trap. This is some of the best seafood I've ever had at some of the most reasonable prices I've ever seen. We ordered spider crab, gambas, clams, prawns, and barnacles. I was in seafood heaven. Everything is perfectly cooked and seasoned simply but excellently. The seafood is so fresh it doesn't need much but the quality of butter, garlic, and olive oil shines through. Even the simple buttered bread they give you was delicious - using it to mop up the sauce from the clams and the delicious soup in the spider crab shell was just chef's kiss. We ended up paying only 120 euros for all the food (excluding drinks we had while we waited). For that amount of seafood and at that quality? That price is absurd! Service was friendly and struck the perfect balance between attentive and laidback. I loved that they even showed us the live spider crab before they cooked it - that's how you know everything is super fresh here! I would 1000% return to Ramiro in a heartbeat.
I made a reservation for one waaaaaaay before I got to Lisbon. I requested to be seated by the window when I made the reservation. I arrive at the restaurant at 7pm. Upon checking in, the host pointed me to the outdoor seating, which was perfect. But when I got to the entrance of the outdoor area, the guy was telling the host something in Portuguese and told me to go back cuz they have a table for me inside. They did have a table for me inside -- next to the restroom, tucked away in a little corner, furthest from a window, which is not what I requested for. cream cheese was soooooo good! Buttery smooth spread over the bread! Warning: it smells like feet! Oysters were nothing special. No extra toppings to put in it for extra flavor. Tasted like oysters. Garlic shrimp was soooooo amazing! I love how salty it was! I love garlic, so it was perfection for me. I could eat this all day everyday! It's also already peeled, so it saves you from getting your hands dirty. The lobster roll was also heavenly. The bread is sweet and soft. I would order this over and over and over again. I was concerned at how some might consider this a little expensive for the portion, but I totally understand why. OMG! The scallop is to die for! Another favorite of mine! I loved how simple it was with the oil and lemon. The smokiness of it made it better. Tasted and smelled Smokey, which I've never experienced with scallops before! YUMMMM! Songkor took great care of me. Attentive and he gave great suggestions! Glad it turned out that I had him as a server. Thank you!
One of the absolute best dining experiences I've had ever! This place is a must if you're in Lisbon. The seafood is so fresh and well prepared, we got a ton of different things but our favorites were the giant prawns, barnacles, razor clams and the steak sandwich. The servers are wonderful and there's constant action happening around the restaurant which makes it a ton of fun!
Top tier food and at an amazing price. Great customer service and waiter suggestions. We made reservations maybe a week or two in advance, which i highly suggest- this restaurant was on a tv show and a few reputable list. The line grew for those without reservations outside. The suggested we share and just order family style, which Insecond because it's a way to try multiple items and honestly, i didn't understand the pricing - if it was by lb or plate. still don't know lol A MUST is the spicy shrimp, scarlet shrimp, the shrimp that came on the brass/copper bowl (first pick). While in portugal, it is a must (if you're open and adventurous) to try Barnacles. We tried a very small amount first - the waiter taught us how to eat them -- we enjoyed them and ordered a bit more! We also order the clams and king spikey crab (which we met before he time ended - never a fan of that - don't even like to see them swimming in the fish tank) In lisbon, you pay for the culvert and you are not typically asked if you want it- they just hand you bread and butter and other appetizers and it appears on the receipt (butter, too is itemized). There is patio seating, bottom floor and upstairs seating -- the vibe is antique, bright, and fancy but don't feel pressured to dress up.
Cervejaria Ramiro lives up to the hype--super fresh seafood and unique dishes like percebes (sweet, chewy, and briny), garlic cockles, and scarlet shrimp. Great steak sandwich too for non-seafood eaters. Ice-cold beer, lively vibe, and we came w/out reservations between lunch and dinner, no wait. Totally worth it.
Not sure what more needs to be said about this seafood institution, but so so so fresh and delicious! Came for lunch and didn't have a reservation, but we were seated quickly. QR code on the table leads to an extensive menu of a variety of very fresh seafood selections. The special of the day was spicy shrimp and garlic, which we had to get. So flavorful and the bread (which is not free) is the perfect vessel to scoop up the garlicky goodness at the bottom. Also got the scallops and red scarlet shrimp (very expensive but so good especially mixed with the head). The meal was pricey but you certainly get what you pay for as the seafood here is so fresh and tasty.
Absolute perfection!! This top rated seafood restaurant in Lisbon lives up to the hype. We visited for a late lunch and got plenty of attention. Our servers recommended our entire culinary experience. It did not disappoint. From the fresh crab starter, to the lobster the server cut out and buttered for us, and everything in between was scrumptious. The Soalheiro Alvarinho Vino Verde was one of the best wines I've ever sipped. The beautiful tiles on the walls and woodwork in the ceiling added to the overall experience. It's one of the oldest restaurants in Lisboa for a reason. Bravo
Yes, this Seafood Emporium lives up to the hype!! We enjoyed the Garlic Butter clams, The Crab entree and finished with the Huge, Delicious Scarlet Prawns! We dined early for dinner and we were seated in the gorgeous upstairs terrace dining room. Our high expectations were definitely exceeded. Yes, it's pricey, but you get what you pay for here. Reservations are essential!
Saw that this place was recommended by Anthony Bourdain and had to come check it out. There are very few seafood places that have left a lasting impression for me personally, but this was by far one of the best I've been to. For two people, the chef recommended splitting: 1. Shrimp in garlic sauce 2. Clams in garlic sauce 3. Giant tiger prawns 4. One type of crab (there are a few) 3. Side of bread and butter We skipped the crab, but everything else was amazing. The garlic shrimp was out of this world. Simple sauce and standard shrimp, but we were craving more the minute we left the restaurant. Clams had a similar sauce, honestly would recommend skipping the clam and going for it shrimp unless you're set on keeping good variety. Prawns were very fresh, and the garlic sauce from the other dishes were great dipping for the breads. Overall came out to a bit more than €20/pp. Not bad for the quality you're getting. Come with friends, expect a line, but enjoy some dope seafood. Feel free to grab a beer outside while you wait! Also the menus are on iPads. read more
5 years ago
Super fresh fish served at Ramiro. Make sure to reserve or go early to ensure you get a table. read more
7 years ago
If you don't know fresh seafood, then I suppose you will be impressed. Frozen king prawns are not fresh. Yes a frozen block of king prawns sat in the display case by the door. Crab meat tastes sweet, not salty. If it tastes salty that is because it sat in a brine solution for a very long time. Best dish was the fresh bread with butter. Avoid this place like the plague. read more
4 years ago
Delicious seafood! Came here mid-afternoon so there's no wait. Being the first time I got the most popular items. Out of all the things the crab was probably my least favorite and the jumbo prawns were my favorite. I was gonna get the steak sandwich for dessert but I was too full. Guess I'll have to come back another time. Friendly service and the food comes out quick so be hungry and be ready to eat. read more
So we came here very last minute. Luckily this late they were still able to seat us! Let me just start off by saying this place is amazing! The crab was absolutely delicious and messy at the same time. We got the prawns, oysters, and garlic shrimp as well. A bottle of white wine was ordered as well. I still cant believe how inexpensive Portugal is! Our waiter was very helpful, attentive, and funny. Definitely recommend! read more
Amazing seafood selection. Try to get there early to beat the crowd. We got there around 12:30pm and there were about 4 groups ahead of us. Just 15 mins in, there was a huge amount of people waiting to be seated. The bread was amazing. The scarlet shrimp was unlike anything we've had in the states. The the garlic clams was seriously garlicky (in a good way), save some of the bread for the sauce. The edible carb was served cold, would be better if it was warm. However, they have the roe in them, it was still tasty. The barnacles was interesting, I definitely recommend trying them, but I wouldn't order it again. Will definitely go back one more time before leaving Lisbon. read more
Seafood heaven! If you love seafood, you gotta try this place when you visit Lisbon. Everything was great from start to finish. At first we were a bit intimidated by the large group of people waiting outside for tables, but things moved very quickly and we got seated in about 25 minutes or so. You check yourself in on the touch screen kiosk and it even calls you in your selected language. Another thing that helps pass the time while you wait is the beer dispenser outside. €2 into the slot, place the plastic cups provided on the dispenser and a perfect pour will be given for you to enjoy. Food: Shrimp on Garlic sauce and Clams on Garlic is a must. Both excellent. But our favorite of the night had to be the Razor Clams. It was just so flavorful. We also ordered the Edible Crab. Only get that if you don't mind getting a little messy. You'll get a little mallet to crack the shells and sometimes pieces may fly so be careful. But if you don't kind the work, the taste of the crab is totally worth it. The last thing we got was the Giant Tiger Prawns. That order came out to about almost half of our bill. I really enjoyed it but didn't find it worth what was charged for it. I actually ended up dipping the giant prawn meat into the garlic sauces from the shrimp and clams we ordered. Next time illustrates order a double on the razor clams and garlic shrimp lol. Overall the meal was fantastic. Service was fast and you may have to share tables with people you don't know which is fine with us. Our bill came out to be around €140 after taxes and tip and it was totally worth it. read more
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Amazing place if you're looking for seafood. Most items are priced per kg, but the garlic shrimp and garlic clams are ~€11 each. Both are very delicious. Would also recommend the crab. I saw a ton of other people ordering it and so had to have it as well. It's not a warm dish, and despite being very simple (not tossed in oil and garlic like the clams and shrimp were) it was still very very good and my favorite of the three. Plus, €3 for a flag of champagne on Valentine's day doesn't hurt either. Despite the huge line, I only waited 20-25 minutes for a table. The boys here know how to hustle and your food comes out FAST! read more
Welp, it's still one of my favorite places on planet earth! For the second time in a calendar year, I was able to eat at Cervejaria Ramiro and thank the heavens above for the ability to do so! This time around I was lucky enough to have a different variety of seafood (fresh catches of the day vary) and there were some definite highlights. My favorite, the langoustine...holy moly it was so damn tender and perfectly cooked. The tiger prawn is unmissable, along with the glass prawns, and steak sandwich. I had barnacles for the first time and although delicious, didn't live up to the hype. Make this your first and last stop in Lisbon. You'll thank me later :) read more
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They say some meals can change your life. Ok, well I say that. And I had a life changing meal experience here. As part of our Lisbon resto research, we decided to watch Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations. Granted, the clip was a little outdated, but features some of Lisbon's timeless classics, like this place. We decided to walk here from the Time Out market, a hefty walk indeed. Good thing though, as this helped build up our appetite for the most delicious seafood spread I've ever tasted. This was, in my opinion, a solid 5 star meal. Not a trendy place, and certainly not a place you come for the ambiance, but a place built on the quality and freshness of its produce. We ordered a large spread of seafood including: clams, king prawns, crab and crab brain and barnacles (I've never even seen barnacles on a menu before this). Everything was mind blowing. And perfectly paired with our local green wine and crusty bread. Do yourself a favour, and do not miss out on this experience next time you're in Lisbon. read more
When you're in Lisbon you can't miss out on this famous seafood place. It's pricey but quality is amazing. You won't be disappointed. My only tip for my fellow yelpers is to make reservation before you go on your trip. They DO take reservations by email. If you don't be prepared to wait 1-2 hours in line. It felt good to walk past the crowd of 30 people in line and go right in and out within an hour :) read more
My husband and I did a quick weekend trip to Lisbon last weekend. We are so happy that our friend introduced us to this amazing seafood restaurant! We had the Sapateira, Goose barnacles, little clams and steak sandwich. Everything was so flavorful and delicious! I have not had such delicious and fresh seafood in so long! I am back in NY and really missing the food here! Want to dip a piece of bread into that crab egg mix! read more
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Absolutely amazing meal. Hands down a must-try in Lisbon if you love seafood. My fiancé and I absolutely loved the garlic shrimp (we actually reordered it after demolishing the first order) and the edible crab. We also enjoyed the scarlet shrimp, which is local to Spain & Portugal. On top of that we SOOOAAAKKKKEEDDD all of the garlicky juices with their delicious butter bread. Everything perfectly captured the taste of the beautiful sea that surrounds this country. There is a bit of a wait, but we were advised to go to the restaurant between 2-6pm- when we left the restaurant at around 4pm there was no wait. The wait is quick- just use the kiosk by the door to get your waiting number. You will not regret your visit!!!! read more
When you're on vacation, you need to be wise when you plan out your meals because your meals are limited! Well, this place was so good that we visited twice! Their bread is delicious! Crunchy on the edges and soft in the center with warm butter spread all over. Wow, that also sounds like a bit of a heart attack... But it's okay, this place is on the pricey side, so you won't be eating here every day. We also ordered the oysters which were excellent. The shrimp was garlic was also delicious. The shrimp were nice and plump and flavored well. The flavoring was garlic, some spicy peppers, and olive oil. Simple, but delicious. It seems like everyone who visits ordered the tiger prawns so that is exactly what we did. The tiger prawns are huge! They're the size of a lobster. They cook it with some butter and some super tasty salt. IF YOU ARE IN LISBON, COME HERE! We came twice! read more
8 years ago
Cervejaria Ramiro does not disappoint. You have to get there early if you want to be seated immediately. I got there 30'minutes prior to opening and there was already a line of at least 20 people. Food: We started with the edible crab which was delicious. Dipping the bread in the head was absolutely delicious it's very rich and tasty. The clams in garlic were also extremely tasty very garlicky which I enjoy. The barnacles May look a bit different but they are extremely delicious taste like the sea and I would highly recommend them. One of the locals helped me figure out how to eat them and once you have that down its smooth sailing. The scarlet prawns are extremely delicious and the juice in the head is amazing. The tiger prawn was very good probably my favorite in Lisbon, be sure to use the spoon and add the butter sauce to it. The last thing that came out was the shrimp with garlic which was really good, it comes in a sizzling pan with butter roasted garlic and sea salt, it was extremely tasty! I suggest grabbing a bottle of white wine to wash it all down! It was about €140 for two people but we ordered a lot and it was well worth it. You won't leave this place wanting more or unsatisfied. read more
Great place for seafood in Lisbon, came highly recommended. There's usually a wait unless you go early. They don't take reservations but do accept credit cards. They are known for their shrimp in garlic sauce, Clam dish and steak sandwich (prego) but all of their food is generally good. They also have a self serve beer vending machine outside since there's a line usually. Def try it if in Lisbon. read more
7 years ago
We ordered crab, shrimp with garlic and olive oil, and giant shrimp. All was good but the crab head was especially delicious! read more
8 years ago
One of the best seafood dining experience I've ever had in my life. My boyfriend and I came to Lisbon and found a blog that raved about this place, so off we went there at 4pm as our first meal in Lisbon. Needless to say, we were off to a great start of our culinary adventure in the city. At 4pm, there was no queue but the restaurant was full nonetheless. The menu was in the form of an ipad, listing the various kinds of seafood that they sell and the price per kg without explaining the way in which they are cooked (Eg. crab...€x/kg, spider crab...€x/kg, tiger prawn...€x/kg, scarlet prawn...€x/kg). We went with our intuition and ordered a portion of regular crab, prawn in garlic and tiger prawns, not knowing how they'd be cooked, ready for a surprise. Boy every single thing served was fantastic! The Crab is meaty and fresh. The meat was sweet and oh the sauce that they made out of the head of the crab is wonderful, like nothing I'd ever had before. You can dip the toasted bread into it and it's addictive. The crab is served well broken down, ready to effortlessly enjoy. Still, some pieces require further breaking with the plastic mallet and hammer provided - which made us splash crab juices all over ourselves. The waiter obviously saw our cluelessness and kindly showed us that the right way to do it was to wrap the crab in a paper/cloth while we pound on the shell so the juice is trapped before causing a hurricane. Tiger prawns were grilled to perfection and sprinkled with salt and served with lemon on the side. They were so meaty and juicy. It was fresh and sweet - like nothing I'd ever had. An absolute must. The shrimp in garlic was the absolute star of the show. Again, the sweet meaty fresh shrimp flesh danced beautifully with the taste of aglio olio. Needless to say, this place set the bar so high for every other seafood dishes we had in Portugal. By the way this place is always SUPER busy and we got lucky that we came at the least busy timing at 4pm. On our last day in Lisbon we wanted to drop in for dinner at 10pm and the queue was more than 2h - I've never seen such a long queue for restaurant in my life. Lesson learnt: make sure you have a reservation unless you're eating at non-peak hour - even then I'd rather be safe than waste my time queueing! read more
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Seafood is quite fresh and very well prepared. The place is always busy, as would be expected in a great place like this. Most of the time there is a long line, we caught it right as it opened to avoid the line but the place was full in no time. It is in the pricier side compared to other places but well worth it. The only negative in our experience I'd that we ordered the "edible crash6 without peel" to try it out, and towards the end of our meal we were told it would take half an hour more to prepare, so we skipped it and we were offered a cold crab dish as replacement, which didn't measure up to what we were expecting, and we saw plenty other tables that arrived after us get served the dish so I don't know what that was all about. Regardless it was not enough to really ruin our dinner. read more
The super duper real deal! When in Portugal, gorge on seafood right? Ramiro is the most legit, down and dirty spot to do just that, alongside loyal locals. A Lisbon-based friend sent me here, and we felt really "in the know", even though there are plenty of other tourists who have been tipped off to the place. It's bustling non-stop, but the tables turn fast and they'll pack you in like sardines... while you eat sardines. Be prepared for: dirty hands, garlic breath, a full belly, fast over friendly service, slightly pricey but hella fresh seafood. We had a 2lb crab, garlic shrimp, a pile of buttery bread, and half bottle of white wine. The only thing missing was the siesta afterwards. You'll want to walk off this lunch! The ambiance is pretty sterile, like most old-school Portugese restaurants, but focus on the food and you'll be pleased. Menu can be tough to navigate if you're unfamiliar with Portugese seafood, so peek at other plates and just point & order. Your tab can add up fast, so start slow and see how much you can handle. read more
Best. Seafood.EVER!!!!!!!!!!!! This place deserved all the hypes that it get. Portugal is the last stop on my crazy month of travels this year. And I decided not to research anything. Kind of planned to explore and wing it. From everyone at the hotel, uber driver, hotel neighbor, the bar tender at the market, that one dude on the street to my fado singer~ was this place! Everyone told me I must try this place or else. And one dropped the Bourdain bomb. As a fan of all things Bourdain ( obviously) , I decided to uber it down the crazy windy, rainy January tuesday last week here prepared for the long line! Luckily, there was no line!!! Weeeeee. Well to be fair, I came around 4:30 pm. I'm pretty sure they were confused whether i was having my lunch or dinner. Even I didn't know but when there's seafood, I don't care :) Off we go in Ramiro! It is in a semi sketchy part of town. Or so I read. But my uber dropped me right at front so there was no problem. There were two tables and a whole bunch of waiters hanging out. We got the window seat, menus and bread in less than five minutes time. These guys move so fast!!! Crazyyyy. And then I was given the ipad! The menu was on the ipad. I can click on each item and see the pictures and descriptions. When the waiter come back, you order! Oh and they speak english. Score! My waiter suggested the mix plate as a first timer. I didn't care for most things on it so I went with full plates. 1 pound of perceves ~ the barnacles! 1 whole stone crab ~ with the head!! 2 giant tiger prawns ~ 89 euros a pound :O garlic shrimp ~ seems everyone raved about it including our waiter! A pound of clams~ a ok A steak sandwich ~ Bourdain special ;) Dessert And a bottle of Rose! Garlic shrimp came out super fast and super sizzling. It has a little pieces of fresh chilis in. Holy spicy! I loved it. Stone crab~ served cold with the head with all the fat mix it. Oh so creamy. Creamier than most cheese I'd say. And most came cracked so you don't have to do that much work to get it. Clams~ they were good. Quite fresh and tasty. Perceves ~ the barnacles! These look funky crazy! And the waiter noticed that I was about to rip them apart. Came over and showed me how to do it :) Thanks Mister! Now I saw these in Spain a few days ago but I knew I was coming to Portugal so I waited. They are found in Portugal. You have to have it here if you want to try it. And the taste? Like a sweet and creamy clams. Or a few other shellfish combined. I liked it. The star of the meal~ Tiger Prawns! The most expensive thing on my bill! And the tastiest. Definitely the biggest prawns I've ever seen or tasted. And it is definitely the best. I came back a few times after my first bite and I only had these with barnacles. They were that good. A steak sandwich ~ I was too full to eat this but had a tasty bite. It is pretty funny to end the meal of all things shellfish and seafood. The humor of it all! My rose was strong and dry. The espresso was cute, small and strong. Even had the real dessert after my steak sandwich. Pretty filling, food coma meal! My bill was strong and big :) But worth every euro. Service ~ I was replenish with many clean little white plates throughout my meal. My waiter was an old guy that doesn't speak english. But he was on top of his game. We managed to communicate without speaking the same language. He showed me how to eat the barnacles, cleaned my plates and brought me enough wipes to clean my hands. Even gave me a free ice cream bar! So cute! In short~ this place deserves all the hypes. Best meal I had in Lisbon. Best seafood meal I had in a whole month in Europe! Glad I tried it! Else I wouldn't have been able to obsessed over it. Think 4 times in 3 days obsession :) Yes, I'm a fan!! read more
8 years ago
I´ve actually eaten here twice so I can personally atest to the consistency of the high quality and service of Ramiro. The first time I went, I was brought there by an Angolan friend in the area who had lived in Lisbon much longer than me. And to our surprise it was closed! Yes, to all the Americans out there, many successful restaurants in Iberia close for upwards of 1-2 months during the summer, so please plan accordingly! Luckily, the second, and third time I went before they closed. The first time with a small group of friends and the second time with my whole extended family. They are used to lots of people, so it really didn´t make a difference. Quick advice, the crowds are only getting worse and larger. Get there before you want to eat as the wait is usually around an hour. Then, go to the front, get a ticket in your language and wait for your number to be called. If you are starving, you can go to the front bar get a beer and some presunto (ham). Anyway, the food quality is amazing. They only focus on shellfish and they have so many varieties that are very hard to find in the United States. Always prepared simply either boiled or grilled with garlic oil and maybe some parsley, this is just fantastic food and the´ve been cooking it this way for years to really bring out the flavor of the product. It comes out pretty fast too and they usually show you the live crab or lobster before cooking it. This truly is probably the best shellfish, I´ve had in Portugal. I think what separates it from many other fine and good seafood establishments it that the large number of clients forces the reastaurant to constantly be demanding and bringing in new live catch, so the product is always fresh and never old. Furthermore, the staff have pride in what they do and have ample experience. The only thing that I might add is that this is a more special occasion restaurant. As previous people have stated, the prices aren´t super cheap, especially by Portuguese standards. However, when I went the Euro had taken a dive so it actually was only moderate. Lastly, the menu comes out in ipad form with pictures and your prefered language. I almost laughed because I swear either some of these translations are off or we just don´t have a good name for some of these species. What is the difference between an "edible crab" and a "swimming crab"? Anyway, I had no idea, so we just asked the waiter and it was still amazing. Do yourself a favor and if you´re only in Lisbon for a short time, go here though. read more
8 years ago
Let me preface by saying a lot of exposure and stardom has turned this amazing place into a tourist trap...but DO NOT be discouraged....put the effort in and you will not regret it. Even though the wait can be long and it's very touristy, Ramiro has stayed true to what it does best, SEAFOOD. You can't hold it against them that they do it very very well and they can't pick and choose their patrons like the Soup Nazi on Seinfeld. Here's my tips and experience: THEY ARE CLOSED MONDAYS! The whole experience from start to finish was exemplary. Going in you have to expect to wait to be seated, the place is always packed and busy. Once you embrace the fact that you will wait, enjoy the experience. Nice outdoor seating and wait area is a bonus...but as you wait you will get a feel for the name of the game here going in inside.....speed is key! Ramiro's staff is fast and efficient and you will be amazed once you get in that you only waited as long as you did. The restaurant is ALWAYS buzzing! And some advice....the bigger your party, longer the wait. Do not wear fancy clothes, this is a ten finger workout meal. Lastly this isn't a candle light intimate dinner in the Alfama....it's loud, busy and you may be seated by new friends you just met. Ok, now the food....oh the FOOD! I am fortunate to live by an ocean and am a pretty avid fisherman and love seafood. This place was nirvana. Again, the name of the game is speed....look over your menu and realize that ordering seconds will be difficult for you and your waiter, because they will be running around, so order any and everything you may think you want at once. It's better to have it all laid out at once and so many plates compliment each other so amazingly. I strongly recommend their edible crab dish (you have to try this), the giant tiger shrimp, the garlic butter clams (such amazing flavor) and the grilled tiger shrimp dish! The lobster and oysters are solid, but don't be fooled by the exotic...stick to what they do best in their signature dishes! And their prices are very reasonable compared to seafood prices in the states. And they have dishes for the non-seafood person....but c'mon...really!!?! That's like ordering a salad in a BBQ joint! All in all, this could be life changing for you! Enjoy it! Give yourself sometime to get in, but once your in....go! Get every finger sore digging out and dining on all the seafood glory they have to offer! You will not regret the wait, you might make some new friends with people you meet at your table, and enjoy the amazing flavors and experience of one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Lisbon. read more
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Highly recommended! Avoid going during normal lunch/dinner hours to avoid long lines. Other than that, you cannot beat the freshness prices of thos place! read more
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