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We had a lovely time here! First, this place is high end outdoors with misting tables (which you'll appreciate in this heat!) we were seated promptly and then wined and dined like royalty! I ordered the shrimp and lobster seafood bowl and my husband ordered the chicken rice bowl! Both were fantastic! We kept the bread, although you can deny it so you don't have to pay for it. We made friends of the neighbors as we're all so closely seated, and for our first night in Lisbon, it perfectly set the tone!
This restaurant was a 5 minute walk from my hotel and highly recommended by my Tuk Tuk Driver. Long line to get in, waited about 10 minutes. Ordered the seafood rice - very generous portion, filled with lobster, lots of shrimp and clams - the flavors of this rice was delicious. The vegetable paella was made with saffron and lots of vegetables-excellent. Service was a little slow - I noticed that the waiters were more interested in serving the locals than the tourists. We were seated next to a famous Portugal football player / team manager - he is now sportscaster- he was from Porto. He recommended the wine and food for us - so fun being seated next to a local.
It's a hot restaurant in Lisbon for a reason. Their house special rice is amazing... can't miss it. Make your reservations!
I only use Yelp reviews to base my decisions on where to eat when we travel. The accolades the paella was given made it sound like it would be the best ever. I can't describe how disappointed I was. It tasted nothing like the paella I had in Spain (but not many places do) and all of the seafood was bland and dry. We had the prawns as an app and they were ok. Service was decent and the wine was great. Besides that, I don't really have much positive to say about this place.
The restaurant was highly recommended. However, maybe during this trip I just had way too much fish because I was not impressed. Seemed to be a very popular place, but probably because they're in a high tourist area. But I'd say take an additional five minutes and find a better option for your money.
Came here by myself around 3pm on a Sunday. There was a line that took about 40 minutes to get seated. Once seated, you have to actively get the waiters attention to order but I understand as it was very busy. They sat me outside and had a large outdoor seating patio. I ordered the grilled grouper as it was recommended. It tasted fantastic. The portion was large though so I couldn't finish it. They did recommend a traditional Portuguese almond dessert but it wasn't to my liking but worth a try! Overall, would definitely come back.
Seafood Rice is amazing! It is even better the next day! We came here knowing there would be a line to get in. We waited maybe 10 minutes. The bread and olives to start goes perfect with a nice bottle of wine. Great service, huge patio area. Lovely night out!
Pinoquio came highly recommended, and for good reason. Hands down the best meal we had in Lisboa. The queue obviously sucks, and reservations seem rather hard to confirm; however, whether you sit inside or out, you'll certainly be satisfied with the following... Food quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Price: 5/5 The Arroz de Marisco (Seafood Rice) is def the star of the show. An order for 1 person (27.5€) can easily feed 2 people. The restaurant was flowing, as I'm sure it always is, day and night, and I'm pretty sure I saw Arroz de Marisco at most if not every single table. Definitely try this restaurant & dish if you're visiting Lisboa. And since they have continuous serving throughout the day, I highly advise coming during off peak hours (4-7pm) to minimize queues. Saúde!
Fantastic! We sat outdoors on their patio. It was a very sunny day and the umbrellas completely blocked the sun, something that was inconsistent in Lisbon restaurants. We were seated immediately when we arrived at a very nice table with a partial view of the kitchen. The server was outstanding! We described what we liked and he made recommendations. Be sure you know - when you go to a nice restaurant in Portugal, they bring bread, butter, olives, and sometimes other items. These are not complimentary. And while they are not expensive and you can refuse them, we chose to keep and enjoy them. We also started with a salad for two. It was a leafy green salad with marinated vegetables and it was really delicious. The size was generous, but we did finish it before our main course arrived. I'd been craving Paella lately and they had several versions on the menu. I had the seafood Paella. My wife had steak with mushroom sauce. The Paella was really outstanding. While I thought the rice was a little too soupy, it had a wonderful saffron flavor. There were huge chunks of fish, lots of shrimp (one of which was head-on), squid, and in the center there was a nice sized lobster tail. The portion was so large I could not finish it. They serve it with homemade potato chips. We also had a small bottle of Vino Verdo (green (white) wine), recommended by our server. It was terrific (and can be seen in one of my photos). We finished our meal with a coffee for my wife and an espresso for me. By Portuguese standards, Restaurante Pinóquio is quite expensive. By US standards it was quite reasonable. If we go back to Lisbon, Restaurante Pinóquio is a must go to. Incidentally, it is attached to a very nice looking hotel we will also look into and is in a fun area to walk around in. They really went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience.
Went to both the main one and the one at Time Out. They were both great and did not disappoint. The portions are generous, so don't let the prices discourage you, if you're on a budget. One plate can easily feed two hungry people (and we can eat:-). We had the seafood rice. It came in a pot. Lots of seafood. We also had the big shrimp dish and the clams. Delicious. It's not your typical romantic atmosphere and it's not very quiet but it's a lot of fun and you get to make friends with people around your table!
Definitely one of my favorite meals I had in Lisbon. A little on the pricier side, but the paella was huge - enough for two with leftovers. And the seafood was so fresh and fragrant. Lots of great flavor and located centrally and right next door to the pastel de Nata shop.
What a great experience! The paella was absolutely amazing--packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. My son ordered the crab, and it was massive and delicious. The service throughout our meal was attentive and friendly. We especially appreciated the shaded seating and refreshing water mist--much needed in the Portuguese heat! Was it worth the wait? Absolutely. If you're looking for great food, this place is worth every minute. Highly recommend!
We wandered in on a Tuesday afternoon and had no pruno getting a seat. The service was fine and the food was amazing. We had the seafood rice and smoked duck paella. Both had very different but delicious flavors and very generous proportions.
Went to check this out as recommended by our tour guide. Surely enough they are busy but we got seated inside . The staff were attended and quick to serve you. We ordered tenderloins, steak and Iberioc pork. Then we also tried as they called is Green wine locally here. Food came also quick better than expected , warm and fresh from The kitchen. The meat dishes came with fried potato Chico's. Food were great and seasoned right . My family enjoyed our late lunch here . We will definitely be back to try their other dishes. read more
2 months ago
We had a lovely time here! First, this place is high end outdoors with misting tables (which you'll appreciate in this heat!) we were seated promptly and then wined and dined like royalty! I ordered the shrimp and lobster seafood bowl and my husband ordered the chicken rice bowl! Both were fantastic! We kept the bread, although you can deny it so you don't have to pay for it. We made friends of the neighbors as we're all so closely seated, and for our first night in Lisbon, it perfectly set the tone! read more
This restaurant was a 5 minute walk from my hotel and highly recommended by my Tuk Tuk Driver. Long line to get in, waited about 10 minutes. Ordered the seafood rice - very generous portion, filled with lobster, lots of shrimp and clams - the flavors of this rice was delicious. The vegetable paella was made with saffron and lots of vegetables-excellent. Service was a little slow - I noticed that the waiters were more interested in serving the locals than the tourists. We were seated next to a famous Portugal football player / team manager - he is now sportscaster- he was from Porto. He recommended the wine and food for us - so fun being seated next to a local. read more
8 months ago
It's a hot restaurant in Lisbon for a reason. Their house special rice is amazing... can't miss it. Make your reservations! read more
8 months ago
I only use Yelp reviews to base my decisions on where to eat when we travel. The accolades the paella was given made it sound like it would be the best ever. I can't describe how disappointed I was. It tasted nothing like the paella I had in Spain (but not many places do) and all of the seafood was bland and dry. We had the prawns as an app and they were ok. Service was decent and the wine was great. Besides that, I don't really have much positive to say about this place. read more
9 months ago
The restaurant was highly recommended. However, maybe during this trip I just had way too much fish because I was not impressed. Seemed to be a very popular place, but probably because they're in a high tourist area. But I'd say take an additional five minutes and find a better option for your money. read more
Came here by myself around 3pm on a Sunday. There was a line that took about 40 minutes to get seated. Once seated, you have to actively get the waiters attention to order but I understand as it was very busy. They sat me outside and had a large outdoor seating patio. I ordered the grilled grouper as it was recommended. It tasted fantastic. The portion was large though so I couldn't finish it. They did recommend a traditional Portuguese almond dessert but it wasn't to my liking but worth a try! Overall, would definitely come back. read more
2 months ago
Seafood Rice is amazing! It is even better the next day! We came here knowing there would be a line to get in. We waited maybe 10 minutes. The bread and olives to start goes perfect with a nice bottle of wine. Great service, huge patio area. Lovely night out! read more
Pinoquio came highly recommended, and for good reason. Hands down the best meal we had in Lisboa. The queue obviously sucks, and reservations seem rather hard to confirm; however, whether you sit inside or out, you'll certainly be satisfied with the following... Food quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Price: 5/5 The Arroz de Marisco (Seafood Rice) is def the star of the show. An order for 1 person (27.5€) can easily feed 2 people. The restaurant was flowing, as I'm sure it always is, day and night, and I'm pretty sure I saw Arroz de Marisco at most if not every single table. Definitely try this restaurant & dish if you're visiting Lisboa. And since they have continuous serving throughout the day, I highly advise coming during off peak hours (4-7pm) to minimize queues. Saúde! read more
1 month ago
Fantastic! We sat outdoors on their patio. It was a very sunny day and the umbrellas completely blocked the sun, something that was inconsistent in Lisbon restaurants. We were seated immediately when we arrived at a very nice table with a partial view of the kitchen. The server was outstanding! We described what we liked and he made recommendations. Be sure you know - when you go to a nice restaurant in Portugal, they bring bread, butter, olives, and sometimes other items. These are not complimentary. And while they are not expensive and you can refuse them, we chose to keep and enjoy them. We also started with a salad for two. It was a leafy green salad with marinated vegetables and it was really delicious. The size was generous, but we did finish it before our main course arrived. I'd been craving Paella lately and they had several versions on the menu. I had the seafood Paella. My wife had steak with mushroom sauce. The Paella was really outstanding. While I thought the rice was a little too soupy, it had a wonderful saffron flavor. There were huge chunks of fish, lots of shrimp (one of which was head-on), squid, and in the center there was a nice sized lobster tail. The portion was so large I could not finish it. They serve it with homemade potato chips. We also had a small bottle of Vino Verdo (green (white) wine), recommended by our server. It was terrific (and can be seen in one of my photos). We finished our meal with a coffee for my wife and an espresso for me. By Portuguese standards, Restaurante Pinóquio is quite expensive. By US standards it was quite reasonable. If we go back to Lisbon, Restaurante Pinóquio is a must go to. Incidentally, it is attached to a very nice looking hotel we will also look into and is in a fun area to walk around in. They really went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. read more
2 months ago
Went to both the main one and the one at Time Out. They were both great and did not disappoint. The portions are generous, so don't let the prices discourage you, if you're on a budget. One plate can easily feed two hungry people (and we can eat:-). We had the seafood rice. It came in a pot. Lots of seafood. We also had the big shrimp dish and the clams. Delicious. It's not your typical romantic atmosphere and it's not very quiet but it's a lot of fun and you get to make friends with people around your table! read more
Definitely one of my favorite meals I had in Lisbon. A little on the pricier side, but the paella was huge - enough for two with leftovers. And the seafood was so fresh and fragrant. Lots of great flavor and located centrally and right next door to the pastel de Nata shop. read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
What a great experience! The paella was absolutely amazing--packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. My son ordered the crab, and it was massive and delicious. The service throughout our meal was attentive and friendly. We especially appreciated the shaded seating and refreshing water mist--much needed in the Portuguese heat! Was it worth the wait? Absolutely. If you're looking for great food, this place is worth every minute. Highly recommend! read more
10 months ago
We wandered in on a Tuesday afternoon and had no pruno getting a seat. The service was fine and the food was amazing. We had the seafood rice and smoked duck paella. Both had very different but delicious flavors and very generous proportions. read more
2 years ago
We were recommended Pinóquio by our hotel lobby and wow were we impressed. This probably was the best meal we had on our trip! We came in on a Saturday night for dinner and the outside terrace was packed. This was for good reason as the food was top tier. We ordered the mixed BBQ and seafood pasta. The meat was tender and full of the garlicky flavor while the pasta's seafood was so fresh and had a savory broth. Even though the price here may be a bit more expensive, it is well worth it for the portion size and quality of food you receive. Local Portuguese dishes can't get better than Pinóquio and this restaurant is definitely a must visit when you are in Lisbon! read more
Wow!! An incredible experience in a town of incredible experiences. Restaurante Pinóquio ranks as one of the best meals of my life. The shared seafood paella was legendary. Incredible mussels, fsh, octopus all is a steeply simmered fish broth of perfectly sautéed risotto. The waiter was an absolute character. Hilarious, self-deprecating and always on the spot when it comes to the perfect wine food paring. I loved this place. Worth wait out front! read more
Hello everyone! So we find ourselves in beautiful Lisbon, Portugal as we are kicking off a wonderful vacation in this beautiful city. Getting our bearings and after some settling in we decided to get some dinner and seafood was in order. Now Portugal is know for good food and Lisbon had no shortage of it for sure. So after consulting our trusty Yelp app, we found Restaurante Pinoquio which was just 5 to 10 minutes away from the Sofitel Liberadere which is a wonderful hotel on Portugal's parallel to the Champs Elyssee in Paris but that is for another review. Upon arriving we were greeted and seated quite fast but It was a Tuesday night and from the looks of things, I can definitely see this place getting packed as we get closer to the weekend. Plenty of locals in the mix at this place which is always a great sign and dining "Al Fresco" is in order as all seating is outside. This should not be a problem as most evenings in Lisbon are very nice and it's a great way to people watch as well. Francisco and Marco our servers did an great job of making some recommendations and soon we were all enjoying some awesome toasted bread and Calamata olives which were absolutely delicious. Quick note is that butter is normally already on the bread so if you don't want any make sure to let them know. For starters we all had the Seafood Bisque or as they call it "Crema de Marisco". which was delicious and for our main courses we went with the two (2h "Bacalao Al Horno" with Baked Potatoes and Veggies. Now the portions are quite big here, so if you are not extremely hungry, splitting a meal with your significant other is very possible. Prices are very reasonable by US standards but on the high side by Portugal standards. Well worth the money though. Parking is pretty much non-existent so I would not even try it. Highly recommend you UBER or take a nice walk as the City is quite beautiful. Will definitely say that the area this restaurant is located in is pretty upscale and plenty of high end shops and cafes along the way to check out. Overall we had an excellent experience and will definitely be back for more. So if you find yourself in Lisbon and are in the mood for a nice outside dining experience feel free to check them out. Enjoy and Bon Appétit m'es amis! read more
Definitely felt geared more towards tourists. The seafood pasta had macaroni pasta, but the sauce wasn't too bad. I wouldn't recommend getting the seafood rice, which came with a different sauce/soup and didn't taste great. The seafood paella was also only ok, wouldn't get it again. read more
4 months ago
10 months ago
Had lunch here today in Lisbon. The shrimp salad was good. My Paella was loaded with seafood but lacked flavor. My wife had a hamburger and fries, which she said was pretty good. Another good place to people watch. Service was good. Very plain restaurant with typical outside seating under an awning. read more
After a day of gallivanting around town, my wife and I were starving for lunch. Thankfully, we had a long list of restaurants that came highly recommended from Dare Lisbon House (please read my review for them if you're looking for a nice boutique hotel). One of the restaurants that we had yet to visit was Restaurante Pinoquio; therefore, we decided that would be our lunchtime destination. When we arrived to the outdoor seating area, we were greeted by a healthy line. An employee was greeting folks in line and quickly adding them to a list. Since we only required a table for two, he informed us that our wait would be minimal. Roughly 25 minutes later our names were called and we were being ushered to a table. Since we had reviewed the menu while we were in line, we quickly placed an order for a large pitcher of Sangria and the seafood pot consisting of lobster, clams, shrimp, and pasta. Our server (unfortunately I did not capture his name) was extremely attentive, and brought bread (FYI the bread is not free-I believe it's 2 Euros) along with our pitcher of Sangria. Less than 20 minutes later our seafood pot arrived. Being that the seafood pot was a hefty portion, I'm so glad that my wife and I decided to share it. It remained hot the entire time, and we both found it to be extremely delicious and satisfying. On to the Sangria...meu Deus! It was the perfect blend of alcohol and fruit, which is not usually the case (most sangrias that we have had are too fruit forward with little hints of alcohol). If you're looking for good food + customer service, I highly recommend visiting Restaurante Pinoquio! read more
8 months ago
Quite possibly the best meal I've had in...my life??? I was seated quickly at their beautiful outdoor patio for lunch on a weekday. I got there a bit before 12 and so it was not too crowded but filled up quickly during the meal. They also have indoor seating. The servers were all incredibly kind and made the experience even better. They went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and taken care of!! The paella was out of this world - it takes about 20 min to cook, but it is worth the wait! The fresh bread and olives kept me from getting too hungry while I waited. The paella was packed with seafood and it was so flavorful. It was a huge serving - I did my best to eat as much as I could but it's best for sharing (or taking half for leftovers)! I would definitely come back to Pinóquio if I am ever back in Lisbon! Don't miss out on this meal!! read more
Food and service were on point. We went on a Friday and showed up at around 8pm. This is prime time dinner hour and we were about 7th party in line but the line moved well. We tried the seafood paella and seafood pasta among others things. Food was excellent. In fact, my mouth is watering as I write this review. The ham and melon were such a nice pairing. So simple and so good. Each item brings out more of the flavor of the other. Our server (I forgot his name) was fast and fun. He had a playful personality (he can move his ears) and we really appreciated it. Dessert was fantastic too. Highly recommend this place. read more
1 year ago
I ordered a beef fillet dish with rice. Recommendation to ask for the beef well roasted. Do not add the lemony beef sauce to the rice. Popular price to eat and go. Leave a 10% tip for the waiters, they are very polite and helpful. read more
1 year ago
8 months ago
Ramiro was closed for the summer so went to Pinoquio for a seafood dinner instead. Be prepared to fall in line and immerse yourself into the chaos. What we got: 1. Giant prawns: simple, but amazing. Can't beat fresh Giant prawns cooked on the plancha with some lemon. 2. Pica pau: this serving was huge and totally worth it. A bit saltier than I would've wanted but okay 3. Seafood stew: I'm a sucker for a seafood stew, and this was pretty good. Lots of beans, lots of seafood. A bit salty too but nothing some lemon won't fix read more
9 months ago
This is a top rated restaurant in Lisbon and totally worth it. The food tasted very authentic. Very heavy on the garlic and butter but enjoy your vacation! Share these dishes because the portion sizes are large. You might wait in a bit of a line but they do take reservations in advance via email online. read more
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