Transporting azulejos-lined counters set the stage for a buzzing, authentic Portuguese tapas experience inside a railway arch.
Ordering Strategy
Prioritize the counter seating for the best atmosphere. Order 3-4 small plates per person, leaning heavily on the 'Petiscos' (snacks) section.
What to order
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.
Salt Cod Hash
This dish is a "soul soothing" and "generously sized heap of carbs and protein" where meaty flakes of cod interleave with crisp sheafs of fried potato.
Olive Oil Cake
A "super-moist" dessert that is widely considered "a beauty," featuring unique additions of quince paste and sweetened requeijão.
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Top critic: Marina O'Loughlin (90%)
Editorial Weight 60 pts
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Agreement 8 pts
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Coverage 8 pts
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Public Signal 12 pts
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2 Elite · 1 Editorial · 4 total signals
Public signal
4.6★ (1,900 reviews)
Good to know
Acoustics can be loud due to the tiled archway setting. The City location (Finsbury Avenue) has a terrace and more space for groups than the original London Bridge site.
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