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Lovely place. This is the second time ive been here, the last time was last year February. It seems they do change their menus but a few classic dishes were kept such as the pork cheeks, cod confit and olive oil chocolate mousse. First of all, a huge thank you to the server who kept our seats eventhough we are 15 minutes late due to bad weather! This is definitely somewhere where you need to reserve a table, especially for dinners. Food was overall good, some was a hit but there were misses. Service was amazing and each tables gets on the house shots which taste quite pineapple-ly. Its very popular among american tourists compared to other restaurants in lisbon so i feel like more attention was given to american tourists but thats probably just me being alittle picky! Price wise, it has definitely gotten abit more pricier compare to the last time i came but theres inflation and its probably much more popular now too. Now to the dishes, we ordered quite abit for 4 people. 1. Octopus- amazing, one of the best grilled octopus ive eaten on the trip. The sweet potato mash is to-die-for. Must order! Honestly, i might even go there a third time just for the octopus. 2.fried baby squid- this is just okay and it might be a little burnt but probably that is how it was supposed to be. However, we have tried better ones elsewhere. 3.coriander rice- I love it and its an interesting fusion dish but word of caution, when they meant coriander rice, they really meant it. Unapologetic burst of coriander in every bite so stay away if coriander is not your thing. 4. Mushroom rice- wonderful dish. It tastes like a really good mushroom soup with rice in it. Taste really buttery, rich and creamy but probably not the most inventive dish on the menu. 5.Duck and orange salad: really like the orange salad, well balanced flavours and i supposed its fresh oranges due to orange season. However, the duck was alittle bit dry and salty. 6.cod confit- ordered by accident but it was good that happened so i could compare the quality of dishes after a year. To be fair, im not sure what to feel about it. Overall, it tasted alittle better and more well seasoned BUT personally i think they have not mastered the right balance. The last time i had it, it was abit underseasoned but honestly it felt like more effort was put into the dish compared to the latest reinvention of the dish. The confit this time was alittle too oily for us and it was quite dry but the cod was amazing. 7. Tomato miga- unfortunately, there has definitely been a drop of quality with this one. This one we had this time was abit too sour and the flavor was missing something compared to the last time I had it. 8. Now dessert- the passion fruit creme brulee- LOVELY, this was amazing. Easily, one of the best creme brulee i have ever tried! Must order! 9. The pork cheek was good the last time i came and its very popular. We just did not ordered it this time because we had too many pork cheeks during the trip!
Hui YinHui Yin
20
Upon the recommendation of a popular food YouTuber, my boyfriend and I decided to try out this restaurant during our trip. We arrived at around 3 PM on a Sunday, well past the usual lunch hour, but to our surprise, the place was packed. Thankfully, luck was on our side as we managed to secure a table after a one-hour wait without reservations. The interior of the restaurant is cozy and intimate, with only about 7-8 tables in a small space with low ceilings. Our meal consisted of various dishes, including the eggplant with smoky yogurt, ox tails, pork cheek, octopus, sweet potatoes, and passion fruit cream brûlée. I must say, it was one of the most memorable dining experiences I’ve ever had. Each dish was a masterpiece, leaving us in awe. The meat was incredibly tender and melted in your mouth with every bite. The eggplant had a delightful contrast of a crispy exterior and a soft, tofu-like interior. The passion fruit added a refreshing balance to the rich cream brûlée. Considering the outstanding quality of the food, the bill came to a total of 78 euros, including two glasses of wine. We genuinely felt that it was worth every penny. This dining experience became the highlight of our trip, and we would highly recommend this hidden gem to anyone seeking exceptional cuisine. The only downside is the limited seating capacity, so it’s advisable to make reservations in advance to avoid potential waiting times. Trust me, this place is a must-visit for food enthusiasts, and it will leave you with a lasting impression. I give it 10 stars ⭐️
dogdog
20
Heard a lot of great things about this place from multiple places (Reddit, TikTok, food recommendations through blogs and articles) and I wanted to say I was excited to try this place but was left disappointed. Came here as a group of two with reservations for 7pm right when it opened. We were seated along with 20 others and all orders were taken and entered at the same time. We got: cod fritters, saffron rice w/ peppers, smoked pork belly with orange salad, pork cheek with tomato miga, and the cod a bras. The cod fritters weren’t the best, very potatoey flavour lacking that cod taste. Along with that, there was a bitter taste potentially from old frying oil. I would honestly say the cod croquettes at the El Corte Ingles food court was better. 6/10 The saffron rice with peppers was decent, great flavour and you can taste the saffron first followed by the peppers paired well with the creamy rice. 7.5/10 The smoked pork belly with orange salad and the cod a bras were really good. The oranges with the salad dressing paired really with the salty and smokiness of the pork belly. The cod a bras was great, no complaints. 9/10 The pork cheek was pretty underwhelming, was tender but was not better than the smoked pork belly and cod a bras and was disappointing that it took that long to come out. This was also the first time trying “miga” and the tomato miga was salty, and after a couple bites, got fatigued of the flavour. 6.5/10 All of these came out at a decent time (10-15mins) while the pork cheek came last, about 20 mins after we finished eating the first four dishes. I would definitely say it is overhyped with the exclusivity of only being able to get in by reservation and the limited seating.
Taylor FranciscoTaylor Francisco
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We had really high expectations for Taberna Sal Grosso because of the glowing reviews; unfortunately, they were not met. The atmosphere is great, the restaurant is cozy and tucked away in the corner of a cute street with a steep slope. The menu is written on a blackboard and includes a variety of traditional dishes ready to share. We started the meal with olives, bread, and cheese. These were all excellent, the cheese was particularly delicious. We the had the fried squid, they were fresh and crispy and served with a nice aioli. The squid would have been perfect, but the breading soaked up too much oil while being fried. This is likely because the oil was not hot enough for frying when the squid was added and unfortunately it was also clear from the flavor that the oil had been reused too many times for frying. We order the poached cod which was the biggest disappointment of the meal. The flavors were off, the fish wasn't fresh, and it was completely dried out. It was served on a cornbread which was a little interesting, but I'd had huge pieces of sour cabbage that ruined the texture of the cornbread and didn't work well with the fish. We also ordered the lamb which was pretty good and was served with a tomato miga that was delicious and popping with flavor. From this experience, if we lived in Lisbon we'd probably visit Taberna Sal Grosso every once in a while for some wine and cheese. We'd enjoy the atmosphere and the wonderful service. Unfortunately, we can't recommend a visit for tourists with only a few nights in Lisbon.
Ian El-DanaIan El-Dana
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The best meal I’ve eaten in Europe= the Octopus w/ Sweet Potato. Truly incredible dish, next level, tender + crispy octopus meat over a vinegar + pepper sauce along with some soft sweet potato purée. The vinegar of the sauce was subtle at first but balanced the sweetness of the potato and the meat of the octopus perfectly. The diced tuna was delish as well, the tuna was high quality and slightly cooked with red onions and citrusy sauce, highly recommend Cod fritters were great appetizers, flaky, soft on the inside but crunchy on the outside, and well seasoned w/ a yummy mayo based side sauce. The garlic prawns were okay, interesting garlic based citrus sauce but the meat of the shrimp was tough not tender, always disappointing when shrimp becomes tough with overcooking. Would recommend steering clear of the oxtail, really tasteless and overly fatty/oily. I love a good fatty oxtail but this was not it, excess oil/fat would have worked with a strong flavor pushing through but it gave me nothing. We would want try the pork cheek + the smoked pork belly next time 5 stars 100% because Cooled red wine, Duvalley, was delicious as well!
Scott SweeneyScott Sweeney
20
Trigger alert for aquatic life lovers. A cosy little restaurant with hand written chalk menu. Careful not to bump your head when you enter the low door. The restaurant is below street level (and for some odd reason below a glaring sign of Indian food). But it is a real pearl. It is located in touristic Alfama, next to the main street, but has the vibe of a real local place. The staff is energetic and efficient, and speaks English well. The menu is local, with something for everyone. I came without making a reservation. So I had under an hour to eat and free my chair for a group that did make a reservation. I asked the waiter to surprise me with their most local and good food (sea oriented). I had Bacala (Cod fish) pastel, Octopus on sweet potato, and Abade pudding. And a glass of Sangria. All was excellent. Much better than some of the fish and seafood I ate at other, more touristic restaurants. Although with some haste, I managed to get an excellent 3 course meal, and absorb some of the place's atmosphere. I will surely come to the sal grosso on my next visit to Lisbon. To eat the rest of that poor Octopus 😉
Shoham LevyShoham Levy
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attractions: Castelo de S. Jorge, Miradouro de Santa Luzia, Lisbon Cathedral, Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, Miradouro da Graça, National Pantheon, Mercado de Santa Clara, Fado Museum, Miradouro das Portas do Sol, Igreja de São Vicente de Fora, restaurants: Maria Catita, Solar dos Bicos, Lisboa Tu e Eu 2, Chapitô à Mesa, Lisbon Tu e Eu, Pata Negra - Steakhouse & Tapas, Cais na Preguiça, Ferroviário, O Velho Eurico, SOL Restaurante e Jardim
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