Grelhados do Candal — Restaurant in Vila Nova de Gaia

Had to go for a quick lunch and wanted to try a different place near my workspace. Decided to go here with a college and well we were amazed. Each of us chose different dishes and half a portion. To start a half portion can easily do it for two, the house wine is stunning and the starters already made us want more. Even if the restaurant is crowded (something that we understand due to the fact it was a busy hour) the waiter was top...

This restaurant serves delicious food. Has a good selection of wines and also offers a Take Away with with a large variety of Portuguese dishes. My favourite are Tripas à moda do Porto (tripes with white beans). Rissóis de carne (kind of patty with a meat filling) polvo à lagareiro (octopuss with baked potatoes. The staff is very friendly and the prices are very reasonable. The customers are...

This restaurant and take away is not in a tourist area but it was 2 min walking distance from my Airbnb apartment. It serves great quality food, very tasty and not expensive at all. I visited this place after local people higly recommended and yes it is a hidden gem. Fresh and tasty grilled ribs and chicken served with roast potatoes, rice or vegetables. Little tip: half portion it is enough for...