Date Night — Best Portuguese in London

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Croquetes de Alheira

These crisp smoked sausage croquettes are described as "pungent, fatty and garlicky," serving as a standout example of excellent produce beautifully cooked.

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Piri-Piri Chicken

The 'main event' is wood-charcoal grilled and described by critics as 'salty and spicy in all the right places' with a crisp, lightly charred, fiery skin that elevates it far above high-street chains.

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Gambas à Tino

Universally praised as a 'must', these fat, juicy prawns come swimming in a silky, garlicky tomato sauce.

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Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato

Consistently praised as 'shellfish’s answer to Jewish penicillin,' these clams arrive in a deeply comforting liquor of garlic, coriander, and white wine.

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Porco à Alentejana

Described as "unusual, enormous and delicious," this dish features pork cubes, fried potatoes, and clams with a flavorful sprinkling of chilli and pepper.

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Francesinha

Highlighted as nicely cooked and a staple Portuguese comfort dish to try here.

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Steak

Explicitly mentioned as tasty and a core part of the menu.