Taberna do Canal — Restaurant in Madalena

Absolutely loved our experience at this traditional Portuguese restaurant! We came in for dinner and were delighted by how quickly we were seated — there’s plenty of space, making it a great spot even during peak hours. The service was impressively fast and friendly, which set the tone for a great meal.

We ordered the Picalau, a regional specialty that was rich in flavor and perfectly cooked. You can tell they take pride in using authentic ingredients and traditional recipes. Every bite felt like a taste of Portugal — hearty, satisfying, and full of character. The portion sizes were generous, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food served.

To finish, we tried the chocolate mousse, which was a total standout — creamy, indulgent, and probably one of the best I’ve had. It’s worth visiting the restaurant just for that dessert alone!

Whether you’re a local or a traveler looking for a real taste of Portuguese cuisine, this spot is a must-visit. Between the authentic dishes, quick and attentive service, comfortable seating, and great value, I can’t recommend it enough. We’ll definitely be back — next time with even more friends to share...

Went there on a Friday night. No options for vegetarians except for a salad. What really disappointed us, though, was the waitress’s nasty attitude. From the moment we arrived, she seemed bothered, and did not smile once. One word answers with a perpetual scowl on her face the entire time. Extremely bad attitude. We are typically generous with our tips, but not on this night. We hope the management realizes that employees who treat customers unkindly damage the restaurant’s reputation, and ultimately impacts revenue. Not recommended. Instead, go to Petisca’s a few doors down; they always give great service with a smile, always happy to see you, make you feel welcome, and the food is...

Don't like to leave reviews unless it's really bad but it was the worst meal I've had. The starter was fine but was just a few bits of cheese. Waitress didn't speak. Asked for medium rare steak and it was disgusting. Was massively overcooked. Was covered in that grey bits you get when you've just slowly boiled it. Fried egg on top was also over cooked. Can't believe it was served to be honest. Girlfriend ordered shrimp that were also overcooked and just tasted like oil. Can't understand because other peoples food looked nice. Chef must have went out for a cigarette break while...