What a place!!!! This is a gem. The food is superb. Nice take on Seaford especially. Everything is well seasoned. We had the red snapper. It was the most tender and moist snapper I've ever had with perfectly crispy skin. The cocktails were wonderful. The bartenders can whip you up something flavorful and unique if you don't see anything on the menu that you like. Make reservations!!!! It's not a small place, but seating goes quickly. It's that good. You'll notice a diverse group of people from various cultures enjoying a good meal here- so that tells you there's something for everyone.
This was one of our favorite spots. Indian Portuguese flavors (owners are fusion couple). I have definitely been here a handful of times unfortunately the last time I was here I brought my brother from New York, and the food was disappointing. I went on a Saturday evening and they were busy Maybe this was in part why. I ordered a seafood soup dish and bit into a mussel that had mud in it. The food overall was disappointing also to my brother.
It didn’t taste as fresh or flavorful. I don’t know if they had a bad evening or what.
I think this is a place that is worth trying at least once but not sure if it’s a “favorite” anymore.
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I came here with high expectations and was unfortunately underwhelmed.
Food: Although I admittedly am no expert on Portugues food, most of what we ordered seemed overly sweet. I know dates are sweet, but prosciutto wrapped dates did not need additional sweetness of the port balsamic sauce. I even had to request my mixed drinks to be less sweet after round 1. Nothing stood out from our order as good/great. The croquettes were good. However, I tend to find that I just generally love croquettes. I will add that it wasn't all sweet. The chorizo sandwich was overly savory. The point is there was no balance in any dish.
Service: excellent. Our waitress and all supporting staff were at the top of their game.
Atmosphere: Unfortunately, albeit nice, the restaurant had a strong 2000s vibe as far as the decor. Seriously, it needs an update and perhaps one that is either current or timeless.
I was disappointed. The potential for this place is so great, but it's just not there. It is technically a 4 star review but a 3 star review by heart (3.67). The service is what is saving this place from a totally abysmal review.
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Oporto is to me the standard by which a 5 star review is based from now on. This is a restaurant I want to have a standing reservation and visit over and over again.
We arrived to Oporto for lunch with a reservation and were easily seated. The reservation wasn’t necessary but nice to have just in case.
The restaurant has a nicely lit, comfortable style, elegant but not excessive or trying hard. Very good aesthetic for a date. We were seated in a booth and I really enjoyed the benches, they looked very nice and were very comfy.
The staff was also very friendly and helpful with the menu and drinks. They were on point with bringing items out and making sure we were good, without being too helicopter.
The food though… the food is when you witness heaven. The food is when you experience rebirth. They food is a pure expression of joy. The menu is an assortment of Portuguese items that are so beautiful. We ordered:
Pao com Tomate
The bread that they have here is amazing. A beautiful and fresh base with which to start. The fresh and sweet tomato pulp on the bread was really nice, just with it had flake salt or something to contrast the sweet juicy tomato. 8/10 would order again.
Croquetas De Bacalhau
The fried croquetas with whipped potatoes was really nice, well fried and very nice. 8/10 would get again, but not until I’ve tried other things on the menu.
Cataplana Mussels
Lovely muscles in their sweet bath of a sauce, we had served with bread. The muscles were good but the highlight of this was dipping the beautiful bread into the muscles sauce. I could order just those two together, but the muscles were a nice perk. 9/10 would order again.
Polvo com Batatas
I want to say this is awful so that you will stay away and I get it all to myself. The octopus was stunning, so tender, so flavorful, just perfection. I could eat forever and be happy. The potatoes were also so good, and with the salsa verde they were the perfect accompaniment to the octopus. 10/10 would come back for this alone.
Lamb Ribs Mediterraneo
This is the only item that didn’t resonate with me, but that’s more of my taste than the quality of this item I feel. The meat was so tender and flavorful, prepared just right. The pomegranate molasses was just a little to sweet and not my speed with the meat. 6/10 probably wouldn’t order again.
Scallop Farrotto
I weep, I applaud, I celebrate and I rejoice! The promised land is found in these scallops. So tender, beautifully seared, immaculate entry. I can’t begin praise these scallops enough. You take a bite and have to cherish and savor that bite, dreading its end and obsessed with idea of the next. 10/10 am addicted to this one.
I recommend this restaurant whole heartedly, get there as fast as you can for whatever reason. It’s worth it 👍🏻⭐️
Portuguese tapas with an Indian twist. I've been here a bunch and the food and service have always been amazing. Reservations are recommended, and everything on the menu is delicious. Parking will be difficult; plan ahead, get a ride, or valet.
5 stars only, because I can't give them more.... food is delicious, attention is A+. We really had an awesome experience by ordering lots of different tapas and enjoying flavors from Portugal with some spaniard mix in there.
We dined in for dinner. Party of 4. We ordered the artichoke Chrostini, grilled octopus, curry empanadas, chicken tikka masala, scallops, cheese flatbread, sangria, house red, pastel de nata, bread pudding, and ice cream.
Everything was sooo good. The only thing that I would be indifferent about re-ordering was the octopus. I really like grilled octopus and there was nothing wrong or “bad” about this plate. It was just average by comparison to the others. The flatbread/pizza was very good. Our daughter had it and honestly we could have had it for our meals too. The crust dough and sauce were very tasty and had the slightest sweetness to them.
Everything else we ordered we would order again. These are tapas style plates so slightly smaller and meant to be table-shared.
The sangria had some bubbly in it that was a refreshing surprise.
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
We will stop back by Oporto!
Friday night dinner with my friend. Definitely try to make reservations on line for an easier seating experience. They have valet or you can self park. Valet is $7.00. It wasn't too crowded tonight, food and drinks came out sorta slow to start but picked up quickly. Food came out hot and delicious. It actually came all at once. The lighting was at first very dark when coming in but they provided more light as the night goes on. Great Friday night dinner, tapas style if you have a huge group of friends to try all the dishes.
Food, service and atmosphere all perfect! Especially their service was top notch! Very friendly servers and loved the food. Whatever you order, you will not be dissapointed. Suggestion is to get one paella and three tapas for three people.
The food here was phenomenal. So many great dishes and great service. Some of my favorites were the Piri-Piri BBQ Chicken, and the Chicken Curry Empanadas. Overall a really pleasant brunch experience.
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