Dux Taberna Urbana
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We had 2 nights in Coimbra and this was one of the spots that was suggested to us to try. We attempted to drop in for a bite on our first night but they were booked so we made reservations for the following night. This place is busy so I suggest getting a reservation if you want to try it out. I stuck with an assortment of tapas and the wife went for the pork tenderloin. First up, the fried prawns in garlic we're very tasty. They required a bit of work because of the head and shells being attached but I always feel like it's part of the experience so didn't mind. Solid dish and solid flavors. I believe we had about 8 prawns in our dish. Next up I had the foie gras. It was unbelievebly creamy and served in a sugar cone which gave a nice texture to it. Topped with a little sweetness from some type of fruit puree, this dish was a favorite of mine. After that we had the sausage croquettes which were not great for me. Something about the sausage and mustard sauce didn't work for me. For my main I ate the beef Pau Pau (I think that's how it's spelled) which was a rich assortment of seared beef strips in a garlic butter and white wine sauce. It was pretty delicious but cooked a bit unevenly as some pieces of meat were rare and some were medium well. For dessert we finished up with an apple tart. Tasty and a slice of home. Overall I would recommend this place. It is on the more expensive side for Coimbra but overall a solid pick for a nice night out
Steven GeeSteven Gee
10
Didnt have a great experience. Appetizers were good but the main course, shared plate of octopus, squid and prawns for 30 euro was very underwhelming. The octopus was tough and the rest was dry and seemed room temperature. The goat cheese was good app and ausage and mushroow Appetizer were great, though. The head waiter/ owner(?) seemed to go to every table but ours and not sure why he avoided us? Didnt slight the review but it could have helped. Either way, seemed like the reviews were pushed as there is a sign asking for reviews as soon as you walk in.
John “JV”John “JV”
30
We were there for a birthday celebration and had a very nice dinner. The service was great and the waitrons very attentive and helpful. Food was very tasty and well presented. The wine selection was also good and complemented the food. We chose to have smaller "petiscos" and it was a wise decision. We had fried battered calamari rings and tentacles served with tartar sauce and creamed salmon served in carob cones accompanied by sautéed vegetables. Creme Brulee as dessert. Highly recommended.
Roger IO SequeiraRoger IO Sequeira
00
Delicious food, but don't touch the appetizers on the table. The table looks very nice because of all the food that you find on it, but that's not for free (it is written at the bottom of the menu). Waiters speak also English and they have the English version of the menu. We tried Bacalao, the typical fish of Portugal, with chickpeas cream and olive oil. Up to today is the best fish I have ever tried. Highly recommend.
Mattia SantoroMattia Santoro
00
Um festim para as papilas gustativas. É a unica coisa que me vem à mente quando tento descrever a minha/nossa experiência no Dux Taberna Urbana. A caminho da Figueira da Foz, decidimos parar pelo caminho para almoçar, e como já vem sendo hábito deixo a pesquisa para a minha esposa e o seu smartphone. Até agora nunca me arrependi. Passado uns instantes lá seguiamos nós viagem já com a mesa marcada. Chegados ao restaurante, somos logo surpreendidos pela decoração acolhedoura e de muito bom gosto que não se fazia adivinhar a quem passa na rua. Começamos com uma selecção de pães e azeite, manteiga do dia e um amuse bouche que vos desafio a tentar descobrir do que é feito. Depois disto, e porque a ementa esta repleta combinações originais, decidimos experimentar alguns dos petiscos. Tataki de atum com puré de milho e pimenta rosa. Tacos de bacalhau com puré de grão e pó de azeitona. Cogumelos Shitake, Copita de Porco Preto e Parmesão e por fim uns Cornetos de Foi Gras, Moscatel e Maçã. Divinal. Não consigo apontar qual foi o meu preferido por serem todos tão bons. Para sobremesa optamos, e muito bem, pela musse de chocolate com salame e um copo de vinho do porto Dow LBV a acompanhar. Um verdadeiro festim para as papilas gustativas ;)
Ricardo NevesRicardo Neves
00
This was an absolute gem. My wife and I shared a caeser salad, mushrooms & choriço, and the tuna. Everything was amazing. Split a bottle of the Velhos Bardos 2008 which was outstanding. I took the chocolate mousse and my wife the creme brulee for dessert, both with port pairings. That was delicious as well. Overall we spent less than 70 EUR on all of this - coming from the Netherlands that's a steal.
Will PyburnWill Pyburn
00
Nearby Attractions Of Dux Taberna Urbana
Palacio de las Escuelas
Santa Cruz Church
Sé Velha - Coimbra
Mercado Municipal D. Pedro V
University of Coimbra
Barbican Gate
National Museum Machado de Castro
Torre
New Cathedral
Museu da Ciência da Universidade de Coimbra

Palacio de las Escuelas
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Santa Cruz Church
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Mercado Municipal D. Pedro V
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Nearby Restaurants Of Dux Taberna Urbana
Restaurante Solar do Bacalhau
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Passaporte Coimbra
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Café Santa Cruz
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R. Dr. Manuel Rodrigues 39, 3000-226 Coimbra, Portugal
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attractions: Palacio de las Escuelas, Santa Cruz Church, Sé Velha - Coimbra, Mercado Municipal D. Pedro V, University of Coimbra, Barbican Gate, National Museum Machado de Castro, Torre, New Cathedral, Museu da Ciência da Universidade de Coimbra, restaurants: Restaurante Solar do Bacalhau, Café Santa Cruz, Zé Manel dos Ossos, Briosa Coimbra, Passaporte Coimbra, Restaurante Il Tartufo, Restaurante Sete, Restaurant Jardim da Manga, Arcada Comes e Bebes, Brunn's Diner By Flashback

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