Rarely it seems that you come across a place where both the service and the food is so incredible, that you feel the desire to reciprocate by leaving a positive review.
We came in on a Sunday afternoon and the cooks were so polite, catering to some of our bizarre requests. The chicken was grilled very well, sliced and topped with a spicy lemon oil which really set the flavor off! I believe it was the owner, gifted me a sample of her chili oil to take back home which I was super appreciative of, as it was such a polite sudden and unexpected action.
Though the Portugese cuisine (bachalhau) and Brazilian churrascaria we had earlier in the trip was delicious, the experience and food here topped off the list of restaurants in Lisboa. I would definitely recommend picking up the grilled chicken from Tropical and will return on my next trip back...
Read moreWow, with all the delicious available food in Lisbon, we ate here twice in our 5 day visit! We wanted to try Piri Piri chicken and our guide on a Devour Food Tour recommended this place as she lives near the area. Their chicken is over the top. So juicy, perfect cook, sauces are over the top. If you are staying in Graça, don't pass up this gem. It is very easy to miss as the only sign in the window above the grill (see photo). The house batatas fritas are part of...
Read moreMy husband wanted to really visit this "chicken shop" although it was a bit out of the way, based on one recommendation he received. We got the bus (not the tram) 28E from Lisbon city centre, getting off at the stop called Sapadores. Admittedly, the whole grilled chicken was great quality and cooked to perfection. We took it back to our apartment and ate it with salad. This place is just for takeaways - no seating - and you can get freshly-cooked crisps (not...
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