Maria Pimenta — Restaurant in Cascais

My experience at the restaurant was overwhelmingly negative. While the location was conveniently situated and the interior had a pleasant ambiance, these were unfortunately the only redeeming qualities. The odors emanating from the kitchen were off-putting, and we had to endure a 20-minute wait for our drinks. To make matters worse, half of the food served was expired and lacked any discernible flavor.

The absence of proper child seating, coupled with unsanitary conditions and the casual presence of flies and other insects on our food, created a disconcerting dining environment. The open buffet, lacking any protective measures, added to the overall unsatisfactory experience. Surprisingly, despite being a Portuguese cuisine establishment, there was a complete absence of fish options.

Furthermore, many dishes displayed an unwarranted spiciness and seemed to be exposed to unfavorable conditions. Overall, my dining experience was marred by numerous issues, and I would not recommend this establishment based on the encountered...

Be aware, although it is a food court restaurant, like almost all the restaurants in this country they have this policy “the kitchen opens only at 19:00” although they do not mention this on their site, in google indexation, on their social networks account and neither on their god damn door. I sincerely cannot grasp the idea of why I cannot sit down at 18:45 be served at least a beer, a glass o water or something since I will pay it… ? They simply ask you to wait at their door. Why would you choose not to gain some more bucks and let me wait inside until you do care to open the kitchen it is above my level of understanding. (At least the other restaurants keep they gates closed until the golden hour of 19:00 … so that you know for sure that there no sign of wanting to do business before that hour.

Otherwise, the food is decent, above what you would expect in a food court. It is basically a fancier canteen and the food raises to that bar.

Cost-wise, it is decent, a rather correct ammount charged for a “not-so-open-bar”...

Normally the best deal in Cascais for a hearty lunch. The buffet on weekdays (€13.95) includes cheeses, processed meats, bread, savoury snacks, a variety of salads, hot dishes and dessert. An absolute feast! Today I was disappointed in the lack of plant-based options on the hot buffet. One miserable chickpea “curry”, which didn’t noticeably comfy any curry spices. It was yellow so maybe turmeric but tasted of nothing. All the rest were greasy meats and one fish dish - really unappetising if you don’t want to eat flesh. First time I’ve been...