The Tasting Room — Restaurant in Cascais

In the heart of Cascais, where the ocean breeze whispers through cobbled streets, lies a hidden gem: The Tasting Room. This sanctuary of wine and warmth offers an unforgettable experience for those who seek not just a meal, but a moment—a chance to indulge in the art of fine dining and expert wine pairing.

The ambiance is pure Cascais charm, with an air of elegance and comfort, where every bottle lining the walls seems to beckon you closer. With over 300 bottles of wine curated to perfection, this place feels like an endless treasure trove, offering a bottle for every mood and every palate.

And then, there’s Ajay, the heart and soul of this establishment. From the moment you step inside, his presence lights up the room. A true wine connoisseur, Ajay’s knowledge of each bottle is both vast and intimate, as if each one tells him a secret he’s eager to share with you. He doesn’t just greet the tables—he invites you into his world, guiding you through a journey of flavors with passion and ease.

Alongside him is the ever-smiling Lary, whose warm welcome is the perfect introduction to the exceptional service that follows. Lary ensures that every detail of your experience is flawless, attending to your every need with grace and joy.

Together, Ajay and Lary create an atmosphere that transcends the ordinary. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking to unwind in a beautiful setting, The Tasting Room offers an unparalleled experience in Cascais, Lisbon. A visit here isn’t just about tasting wine—it’s about savoring life’s finer moments, one...

Great selection of wines. Some of the staff were very friendly and helpful, knowledgeable and passionate about wines, and generous with tasting wines. 😊. Food was good and therefore the "not inexpensive" prices (for Portugal) were fair..... Room is fun and good energy.

However, there were a few things that were offputting , and made it feel like they were taking advantage / assuming their audience were tourists who were in the restaurant only once , so they can take advantage.

Examples: 1. Refusal to serve tap water by policy, the staff is only allowed to sell bottled water... even as I was buying wine and eating from the menu etc. I have not experienced this before after MANY restaurants high and low in Portugal, and I find it quite unfriendly and unreasonable. 2. No bread provided with a 9.90€ shrimp tapas, which cried out for bread to soak up the sauce.

Good and bad.... hopefully they can address the problems. Overall I did enjoy, I just wish those bad feelings weren't present. (And, I'm sure rents are rising in this area, perhaps they have to work hard to thrive...

A nice place but felt like a tourist trap for us. The food is tasty but don’t go there if you’re hungry (or plan on drinking quite a few drinks) After being to the rural side of Portugal we were accustomed that “tapa” portion has a size of a huge plate which 2 persons can hardly finish, and a portion of wine is a 375 ml bottle. Here the tapas are really tapas, and wine portion is a sprinkle. So we used the visit there as an extended “couvert” and then went on to find us a place to eat something. The octopus salad and the tenderloin were good, as well as the port wine. The service time is typical for a packed restaurant at...