We really loved our meal here last night.
Luckily we got a booking for their first sitting as they had to turn away several walkups. This is a pocket handkerchief restaurant, maybe 16 guests tops. But I felt I had more personal space here than I did at Cantinha Avillez the previous night.
The menu, like the room, is concise but with plenty enough variety to keep everyone happy. We chose the chef’s menu which was a great way to try a few different dishes and excellent value at €30 for 2 people. Not including wine but that was very reasonable.
Apart from some appetisers we chose the octopus with parsnip puree - my favourite, gnocchi with mozzarella, and slow roasted black pig cheek. All delicious.
The owners split roles - she is the chef and very good at it, and he does front of house and very good at that. We particularly liked the wine recommendations.
Both of them have a lot of fun and share it and their enthusiasm with their guests.
C'est tout petit (4 tables !) mais qu'est ce que c'est bon ! Le concept est de sélectionner 4 ou 5 tapas à deux pour un total de 16/20 euros... et ensuite c'est le chef qui cuisine sous vos yeux ! Très original et bien assaisonné, un régal.
I can really recommend this place! Not only for the food, that is delicious and creative, but for the whole experience. It is a small cosy place (living room ambiance) where you can see how your food is prepared - with a lot of passion! - by the great hosts/cooks Ricardo & Jorge.
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