The ‘Jardim da Manga’ is a restaurant situated in the heart of Coimbra. It is the favorite dining place for locals and tourists.
As you enter the place you are welcomed by a magnificent setting, a delightful marriage of historical monuments and the luxuries of modernity. Sitting in any table you have a wonderful view of the beautiful architecture.
The menu offers a wide variety of mouth-watering starters. I had a variety of starters and each came with it’s unique delicious flavors and for my main dish I had “Costuleta com batata frita,” which paired very well with the beer “Super Buck.”
The service is outstanding and really adds to the amazing experience. I highly recommend going to the...
Read moreWe had a group event. In the beginning we spotted that our table had a bit of a higher price than the other group event happening at the table beside us, with a dinner option that was never offered to us. The food was good enough, but the wine bottles were already open and they admitted that the bottles were from a "boxed wine" (they seemed to be watered down also). The water bottles were full but not sealed and had a funny taste. Besides, the employee made our English speaking friends "speak Portuguese or they would not be served". The overall attitude was incredibly rude and rushed. Do not...
Read moreRelaxed and friendly restaurant overlooking the Jardim de Manga - a national monument which was once part of the monastery. This gives it a very calm feel while still remaining lively.
The restaurant offers self-service or regular table service. The food is very good, and the prices reasonable. We went there with two small children, and the waiter was very helpful.
Overall it’s a very typical Portuguese family-friendly restaurant offering great food, and popular at lunchtimes with local office workers.
English is of course spoken if you don’t feel your Portuguese...
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