Ask anyone on our team where to eat and you will get a strong opinion. We asked all of them, argued for a week, and agreed on seven places that are close, honest and not trying too hard.
For a quiet dinner
A tiny tasca on Rua da Rosa does one fish of the day and a carafe of vinho verde. There are eight tables and no website. Tell them we sent you and you’ll get the corner seat.
For a long Sunday
Across the square, a family restaurant serves arroz de pato from noon until it runs out. Book for one o’clock, order the custard tart before you need it, and plan nothing for the afternoon.
Written at No. 56, Príncipe Real
