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Vila Real de Santo Antonio Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Vila Real de Santo Antonio
Discover the best restaurant in Vila Real de Santo Antonio, Portugal including Restaurante Vicius, Restaurante A Cabana, Snack Bar 2000, Maharaja Patiala Tandoori Restaurant, Sem Espinhas Guadiana, LPA The Culinary Bar, Pizzaria Bella Napoli, Meson bar El Choco, Restaurante Cuca, Dom Petisco
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1. Restaurante Vicius
Overall Ratings
4 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By jnash84 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Can see there are a couple of lower rated reviews more recently and I think here it often depends what is most important to you. This was our favourite restaurant in monte gordo within walking distance of our hotel (Alcazar hotel & spa).
I would not say the food was 5 out of 5 as it was nice, good even but not special with a fairly limited menu. I really enjoyed both the shrimp curry and the monkfish rice. There were not many nice desserts I found in most of the restaurants but I loved the creme brûlée which was a little more nutmeg flavoured than the usual plain kind - was lovely
Good wine selection with a range of prices - we went for a 16 euro bottle of red (can't recall name, had a cockerel or similar on it) and was really nice.
For me the reason for 5 was because the ambience of a place is important especially if wanted a more sit down leisurely meal and this place was great - especially inside with lovely decor and a Mediterranean style shabby chic I guess. Most other places were more cafe style, plastic Seating, bland.
Only thing not so keen was a 'lobster' starter which from the cheap price wasn't expecting much but pretty sure this was actually crab sticks in a Marie Rose sauce with pineapple added. Pic in white heart dish below - wasn't nice.
Went here several times in our week long stay and would go again
2. Restaurante A Cabana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By galface123 - Derry, United Kingdom
Dined here with 2 friends twice on a four day visit to Monte Gordo. We had the garlic bread to start to share which was delicious. We were then treated to complimentary popadoms and condiments. Next up was the main courses we had a selection of vindaloo, chicken balti and chicken tikka with onion rice and pilau rice (2 portions of rice was more than enough for 3 people.) All three curries were delicious. We returned again and ordered the same meal on a different evening, including a bottle of wine it came to £46 euros excellent value for money. Highly recommend.
3. Snack Bar 2000
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By elleng0r - County Durham, United Kingdom
Situated in the heart of VRSA this restaurant is run by a friendly family, with the emphasis on simple, tasty, well-cooked and reasonably-priced fare. We found it hard to beat during our 2 week stay in VRSA.
4. Maharaja Patiala Tandoori Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By Stephen2471 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
For me it takes a lot to compete with an Indian restaurant in England but here you go we found the winner. The food without doubt is exceptional but what exceeds this is the unconditional friendliness of the staff in particular Thakur who I assume is the owner. His hospitality is second to none as well as the lovely waitress who works there too. So this is our third and regretfully last visit as it's our last night of the honeymoon. However we would visit Monte Gordo again and this restaurant will be on our top list of places to eat. Thanks Thakur, here's raising a glass of Port to you from Mr Stephen and Lady Carole with an E. x
Ps try the garlic naan
5. Sem Espinhas Guadiana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 454 reviews
Reviewed By Caroline M - Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
Visited this restaurant for lunch today and considering the raving reviews on here I was a bit disappointed. The staff were attentive but trying overly hard to be 'funny' with humour that some people might not understand, which was just slightly arrogant rather than friendly. Felt a bit like they were looking down on us. Food was pricey but tasted fine. Absolutely no kid's menu so my 4-year-old got a bland pasta with butter. Our fault for not checking out the menu beforehand I suppose.......
6. LPA The Culinary Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Mark L - Manchester, United Kingdom
Absolutely stunning tapas. If it isn't in the Michelin Guide then it should be. The curry with tempura prawns were AA1, the foie gras (A1), ribs (A1), pork cheeks (AA1), calamari croquettes(AA1), goats cheese salad (AA1), desserts. Top drawer food.
7. Pizzaria Bella Napoli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By gran11 - North East England
Visited late afternoon on a very busy market day. Almost closing time but a table was found for us and we were given menus and drinks. Once we decided on our food after consultation with a waiter who spoke excellent English we waited the obligatory time for the food to be cooked and it was lovely. My husband, not a pasta fan, had Lasagne, and I had Bolognese Diaviola, i think! Both meals and our wine were superb even though we were the last people in before closing. Fabulous, a great change from BBQed fish.
8. Meson bar El Choco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 248 reviews
Reviewed By petal27 - Ayamonte
This is a fantastic place to enjoy traditional local cuisine. Situated next to Ayamonte Marina and close to the river it's a perfect stop off when in Ayamonte.
The selection is huge! But I would recommend fish as everything is fresh off the fishing boats in the morning.
The decor and staff are warm and welcoming. It's a well known and well established restaurant and there is a reason that it's been a favourite in Ayamonte for so long. You won't be disappointed.
9. Restaurante Cuca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 302 reviews
Reviewed By Maxine H - London, United Kingdom
Perfect lunch time spot for fresh fish. The Horse Mackerel were excellent as was the Tuna. Well cooked, good portion sizes, tasty food at a good price. The jug of Vinho Verde was really good and so much cheaper than a bottle. Good central location where you can just relax and enjoy. (You can see the fish on offer in the cabinet too).
10. Dom Petisco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 380 reviews
Reviewed By Carlos D
A pesar de haber hecho reserva no nos d quisieron atender con la excusa de que había fallado un camarero. A pesar de que había opciones no buscaron solución.
They didn't attend us although we made a booking, all because they were short on waiters. TERRIBLE SERVICE
