Restaurante O Fuso — Restaurant in Arruda dos Vinhos

In the centre of the quaint wine area village just 25km north of Lisbon, this busy, large traditional restaurant attracts queues every weekend with a limited menu, a local wine list dominated by the nearby producer São Sebastoão, efficient service (ask for a table by Júlio and you are in safe hands) and a classic decoration with better acoustics than expected.

We arrived 3 with a reservation to a full restaurant with the first queue for lunch at 1230, had the couvert with very tasty olives and bread, very fresh goat cheeses, delicious sausage plate, with a local rosé and waters, for mains a posta de bacalhão, and for dessert a apple merengue plus a pudim with coffee for €90.

The meats also looked fabulous so we...

We went there for dinner last night, a last minute decision that we definitely do not regret. Was abso amazing, the whole night. From the amazing starters to the dessert .... very worth the 30 min trip A must do!!

Update : Two years have passed almost, since the first visit to this restaurant, and it has became one of our top listed places to eat. The quality of the food only get better with time, and each time we visit I belive the cod portion is just getting bigger. With the price, with the journey, worth the wait. This place is a must for anyone who's a cod lover, good food lover. Can't...

Off the beaten path but totally worth a visit. This local spot is known for their excellent interpretation of Bacalhau, a Portuguese staple dish.

If you're into great stakes, definitely order one as they're made on charcoal and maintain a savory flavor. Wait a few moments before cutting into your steak.

Their house wines are great as well, served in carafes. Before starting the meal, make sure you're served Queijo Fresco with warm bread and butter.

Additional parking is about a 100m up the road by the roundabout.

Best to make reservations during the weekends as this spot is very popular...