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Where to eat European food in Miranda do Douro: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best European food in Miranda do Douro, Northern Portugal, Portugal. Miranda do Douro (Portuguese: [miˈɾɐ̃dɐ ðu ˈðowɾu]) or Miranda de l Douro (Mirandese: [miˈɾɐ̃dɐ ðl̩ ˈdowɾʊ]) is a town and a municipality in the district of Bragança, northeastern Portugal. The population in 2011 was 7,482, in an area of 487.18 km². The town proper had a population of 1,960 in 2001. Referred to as the "Cidade Museu" of the Trás-os-Montes region, it is located 86 kilometres from Bragança, preserving many of its medieval and Renaissance-era traditions and architecture. It has a language of its own, Mirandese, which enjoys official status in Portugal, in addition to cultural and historical discontinuity with the rest of the Portuguese state. The town is located on the border with Spain, with the Douro River separating the two countries. The nearest town in Spain is Zamora.
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10. Restaurante O Encontro
Overall Ratings
3 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Taxidiotis2014
We had lunch here end of July, but were rather late (after 1 p.m.), to Portuguese norms. The staff did not like this too much, but as they said we still could eat here, we stayed. Big error ! It took more than an hour to prepare some basic dishes, that - by the way - did not taste too well. When time had come to pay the bill, the owner (or the man that at least behaved as such) was asking higher prices than those indicated on the menu. We never learned the reason why, as he started to shout immediately when I asked a question about it. In the end, we paid not more than the prices on the menu, but we were followed out by a whole parade of rough scoldings. If you ever think about eating here, just step in and watch the man with the big moustache ... and then think again if you really want to stay there. I wouldn't !
9. La Balbina
Overall Ratings
3 based on 110 reviews
Este restaurante está en la parte antigua de Miranda y detrás de la calle principal de tiendas. Muy bueno el bacalao a la Balbina.
Reviewed By lreynold1
As another reviewer has stated, the posta mirandesa, which is a huge veal tenderloin cooked with some very tasty but not overpowering spices, is terrific. The restaurant was jam packed on a Saturday afternoon. We were definitely the only English speakers, but the huge majority were Spanish tourists. The food was very inexpensive, fresh, and tasty. Not a fancy place, but definitely good food at a good price.
8. Cafeteria- Pasteleria K'Delicia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By JElliot32
This bakery was a great find. Excellent espresso and delectable pastries. We tried the Portuguese tarts and the almond cakes, though there were many others on display that looked equally tempting. Very reasonable prices, too.
7. Restaurante Jordao
Overall Ratings
3 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By Plimpimpim
The food and service in this restaurant are excellent! Try the "Costelas de Borrego" and you will like it for sure!In August, the restaurant can be very crowded and it's better to book it.
6. Restaurante Hotel Parador Santa Catarina
Overall Ratings
3 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By STEPHEN W
We stayed in the hotel two nights but only had one dinner. We would have had two except the restaurant was closed Sunday night. We started with two generously prepared cocktails and proceeded to shrimp & pineapple for my wife, salada de polvo for me. We then shared the perfectly seasoned local steak, which I would call New York strip. The half portions were more than enough. An excellent 13 year old bottle of Esteva complemented our dinner. The bill was extremely reasonable considering the ambience and excellence of the cuisine.
5. Capa d'Honras
Overall Ratings
3 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By Penhadafranca
If you find yourself in the northeastern part of Portugal , there isn't a better restaurantin this region. We had lunch in this place when it first opened and waited for over an hour for a table , the line was somewhat lengthy. When we were served the food was regional and superb. It was worth the wait. We have returned since and the place hasn'tchanged.
4. Pizzaria Gorgonzola
Overall Ratings
4 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By coshaw
Three dining options, inside, balcony overlooking the river or the sunny street out the front. Great choice of coffees, beers and wines and a wide menu selection including pizzas, baguettes and snacks. very friendly staff who appreciated our attempts at ordering in Portuguese and were proficient in English.
3. Restaurante e Pizzaria o Moinho
Overall Ratings
4 based on 319 reviews
Reviewed By wendyjg1
Massive restaurant, catering for the Spanish shoppers. We did not like our meals; bacalao still very salty, grilled meat nothing special. Mixed salad was best part of our meal. Service bad; the lady that served us had her 10 yr old daughter running around and helping with serving. It looked like there was no supervision or nobody in charge.
2. O Mirandes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 665 reviews
Reviewed By dinners
We visited this wonderful restaurant just over the Spanish border on a Sunday lunchtime at about 1pm so very early for Portuguese diners thank heavens. There was a small queue which was soon accommodated and to our surprise were greeted by the Portuguese lady owner in perfect English with a Canadian accent! She had spent some time in Canada. The restaurant was full but she found us a table by a window overlooking the valley. We had excellent prawns in garlic followed by beautiful veal steaks of huge proportions. One would have served us both. In hindsight there are half portions. With coffees and beers the bill came to a very reasonable â¬50. The restaurant does not take bookings or credit cards. Thoroughly recommended.
Where to Eat in Miranda do Douro: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Restaurante Sao-Pedro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By rkigervaron
Very good food. Amazing posta in a great location with friendly service. Restaurant is on the ugly side but food worth the trip
