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Maloca da Tuttapanna

10/7/2024

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Maloca da Tuttapanna is located in Quarteira, specifically the prestigious Vilamoura area, and describes their cuisine as Amazonian, Sushi Fusion, and European. 
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Filed Under: Pizza in Portugal • Algarve Foodies 

​The restaurant has a nice aesthetic (I mean what's not to love about this golden monkey?!) so one day after a late shift at os carrinhos (the carts/trolleys) we decided to snag an outside table and try their pizza and sushi.

Random combo, I know. 
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Marguerita pizza - €11.50

Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil 


​Sushi Jó (3 pieces) - €5

Salmon, Rice, Sesame Seeds, Curry - despite looking so random, this sushi was delicious!
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Sushi Jó at Maloca da Tuttapanna | Vilamoura Restaurant Photo Review

More Algarve Restaurant Photo Reviews:

Photos from regular people so you can see what the food is actually like ;) 
  • An Anniversary Pizza Date at Gusto'zza Pizzeria in Quarteira
  • Bifanas and Bitoques at 20age in Ferreiras
  • Pão and pão cafe near Vilamoura Marina

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Restaurante Snack Bar Petúnia - Vilamoura Marina

10/7/2024

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It's fairly common and somewhat amusing in Portugal to find that the same establishment has multiple names - restaurant, snack bar, cafe... 
Filed Under: Vilamoura Restaurant Reviews • Algarve Restaurant Reviews

​Petunia
in Vilamoura Marina is a classic example of this. If you're staying in Vilamoura, especially if you're by the marina, Petunia is conveniently located and offers some nice Prato do Dia options! ​

​See Also: 9 Tips for Eating Out in Portugal - Prato do Dia


what we ordered.

Costeleta de Vitela - €8.90

Veal chops with French fries and a salad
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Carne Prato do Dia - Veal Chops with Fries and Salad

Chocos Fritos - €8.20

Fried Cuttlefish with fries and a salad
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Peixe Prato do Dia - Fried Cuttle Fish with Fries and Salad
This was the first time I had ever tried fried cuttlefish and boy was it a great experience! The cuttlefish is so silky smooth and the batter was everything you'd want! 
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Where to eat in VIlamoura:

  • Should you try Mcdonald's abroad? Is it different than US McDonalds?
  • Spicy Indian Food in Vilamoura
  • Have you tried this unique Algarvian carrot dish?

Crepe with ananas (pineapple) e gelado (and ice cream) - €4.50

Crepes are quite popular around Portugal. In this case we were a bit underwhelmed by the crepe, particularly because the pineapple was canned. I would recommend skipping the pineapple option and choosing one of the many other crepe toppings. A plain crepe is €2.50.

Restaurante Petunia VIlamoura Menu 

Go ahead and tap a photo for a larger view of the menu at Petunia. 

Best and worst places to stay in lisbon:

  • Turim Saldanha Hotel Review - Saldanha, Lisbon
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Natraj Indian Tandoori Vilamoura

9/9/2024

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Spice lovers rejoice! Flavorful Indian food in Portugal is widely accessible!

Let's visit Natraj Indian Tandoori Restaurant in Vilamoura. 
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What we ordered. 

Papadam + Chutneys

Papadam (think of a big cracker in the shape of pizza dough only lighter and crispier), along with small dips are basically the Indian version of bread and butter or oil at the table before your meal. Typically you will have some sort of sweet chutney, a spicy one, and a cooling mint-yogurt variation. 
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Samosas

A Samosa is a deep fried dough parcel stuffed with a well-spiced mixture of vegetables or meat. In this case we opted for one chicken samosa and one vegetarian samosa. Often the vegetable samosas are more flavorful than their meat-filled counterparts! 
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Chicken tikka masala

Much like ordering a Margherita Pizza at every new pizza place we try, we always order chicken tikka masala at every new Indian restaurant we try. This was the first time we ever saw such a red sauce!


​​An Indian flat bread like this garlic and herbed naan is also a must for scooping up tender chicken chunks and mopping up the sauce! 
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Desserts

For dessert we tried Galub Jamun (indian donuts soaked in sugar syrup - super sweet) and Pistachio Kulfi (a cold dessert flavored with pistachio).  
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We had also ordered a mango lassi which is a delicious beverage consisting of mango blended with yogurt. I always order a mango lassi at Indian restaurants because the sweet creamy nature of the drink is ideal with the spicy food! 
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More Indian Restaurants. 

  • All The Indian Restaurants We've Reviewed (so far) 


​More vilamoura REstaurant reviews.

  • All Vilamoura Restaurant Reviews
  • ​Americans Try McDonalds in Portugal
  • Upscale Brunch in Vilamoura
  • The Unique Algarve Carrot Salad You Must Try!
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Mcdonalds in Portugal

9/9/2024

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McDonald's has its place in everyone's heart and childhood memories. Do international McDonald's restaurants live up to expectations?

Let's try McDonalds in Portugal! 

What we ordered. 

We ordered take out from the Vilamoura McDonalds. 
It had been years since I had a Big Mac so we ordered a Big Mac, fries, and drink. 
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BigMac Meal at McDonalds in Portugal
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​McDonalds in Portugal carries some unique items not available in the US including douradinhos (fish sticks) and Caldo Verde soup. Can you imagine getting a kids meal and having soup?

I love a fish stick so I'm all about the douradinhos. Big soup supporter as well, but found the Caldo Verde a bit bland and in need of some salt and pepper. 
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You can order beer at Mcdonalds in Portugal!

Another surprising discovery is in the beverages available at Mcdonalds. Yes, you're seeing that correctly. In addition to a fruit juice box to go with the happy meal, that is a can of Sagres. You can order a beer at McDonald's! Such a novel concept for us. 

Portugal Mcdonalds Review.


My general experience with McDonald's in the US is that it seems like a good idea at the time, it's convenient, and sometimes it even tastes really good, but not long after you are questioning your life decisions. 

We were surprised this was not the case in Portugal. Somehow you don't feel gross after eating the Big Mac and fries! We're not sure what the ingredient difference is or why it is the case, but we think McDonald's is better in Portugal!
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Portugal Travel Blog.

  • Ordering Boba in Lisbon
  • Unlimited Sushi in Portugal
  • Do You Know Korean Barbecue?
  • See all Portugal Travel Blogs

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Noa Cafe Bistro Vilamoura

9/9/2024

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Noa Cafe Bistro is a trendy spot in Vilamoura. You can find Noa Cafe across from the Vilamoura McDonalds  and at the end of the block Mourapao is located on. 
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What we ordered. 


​Pancakes 8€

A stack of 2 pancakes topped with sliced strawberries, bananas, and a blueberry was presented elegantly with a drizzle of syrup and dusting of powdered sugar. 
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Pancakes at Noa Cafe Bistro in Vilamoura


​Eggs Benedict 9€


The eggs Benedict came with a small side salad and was finished with paprika and chopped chives. 
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Noa Cafe Bistro Review


Noa Cafe Bistro is totally an instagramable foodie spot in Vilamoura. The food is really nicely plated and looks beautiful. They have indoor and outdoor seating and it's very chic inside. It's been a while since our visit. What we ordered was good, but nothing I dream about having again, if you know what I mean?

When we stayed in Vilamoura a few times we stopped and looked at the menu again, but always opted to go down to Mourapao instead. Mourapão is not as 'gram worthy in a way, it's more down to earth and has a great variety with better prices than its posh relative Noa at the other end of the block, imo. 

I would like to give Noa a try again if I'm ever around Vilamoura to see if our visit was an outlier or if anything has changed. 

Algarve Foodie Blogs:

  • Try Algarvian Carrots at O Piri Piri
  • Pao & Pao Boutique Cafe
  • All Algarve Restaurant Reviews

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Churrasqueira o piri piri | vilamoura Restaurant Review

9/9/2024

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Piri piri is a must-eat in Portugal. But what is Piri-Piri, you ask?

Well, technically piri-piri (or peri-peri) is a type of spicy pepper that is said to have made its way to Portugal from Africa.

Colloquially, however, piri-piri refers to traditional portuguese grilled chicken and you can order it spicy (with piri-piri pepper oil) or not spicy. 

For our first frango piri piri (chicken piri-piri) in Portugal we visited O Piri Piri in Vilamoura. 

In this post

  • What we ordered
    • Piri Piri Chicken
    • Pork Ribs
    • Algarvian Carrots​
  • O Piri Piri Review
 

What we ordered. 

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O Piri Piri - Vilamoura Restaurant Review
 

Piri Piri Chicken. 

The first thing you'll notice if you're an American is that this chicken is tiny! The second thing you'll notice is how flavorful and delicious this chicken is! You can see the piri piri oil pooled at the bottom of the bowl. Be sure to wipe it up with the chicken as you go. It's spicy and glorious! 
 
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Pork Ribs


Again, I have to laugh, because as an American you will probably be thinking.. this must have been the skinniest pig in all the land - there is no meat on those bones!

It's true, these ribs don't have a bounty of meat, but what they do have is a bounty of flavor. I'm not sure what they are marinating these in or if it's just the grilling technique, but on our visit the pork was muito saboroso.

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Algarvian Carrots. 


On an absolute whim we ordered the Algarvian carrots and boy were they intriguing! This carrot dish is cold. But the carrots seemed soft, as if they were first boiled. They are marinated in what I assume is a combination of olive oil, a touch of vinegar, rough chopped garlic, and cilantro. 

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o piri piri review 


O Piri Piri is a churrasqueira in the heart of Vilamoura, an area of the algarve known for prosperity. The prices reflect the location. The food quality was high. To date their piri piri chicken is one of my favorites that I've had in Portugal (it's all in the spicy oil guysss) and the same is true with the cenouras algarvias (algarvian carrots). We've had them other places and they just weren't nearly as flavorful as at O Piri Piri. 

The algarvian carrot saladinha (little salad) is so unique that it's something I would like to learn to make well and feature in Cooking Inspired by Travel.  I am thankful that the first place I tried it was O Piri Piri, so that I knew how absolutely delightful this seemingly simple dish could be! 
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Vilamoura Restaurants

  • All Vilamoura Restaurant Reviews
  • Pao & Pao Boutique
  • Tips for Eating Out in Portugal
  • Mourapao Vilamoura Review

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Pão & PÃO Boutique Vilamoura Cafe

9/9/2024

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Vilamoura is an upscale resort town in the algarve and as a result is chock full of restaurants and cafes. 

Let's visit pão & pão boutique for fika. 
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There is a lot of outdoor seating at this cafe in Vilamoura and we decided to sit outside for our treats, 

What we ordered.


We ordered two portuguese pastries and 2 cafes. Remember, when you order a "cafe" in Portugal, you are always ordering an espresso. That is the default here. 

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In certain regions, like Lisbon, you may hear people order a "bica" and this also refers to an espresso in Portuguese. 

While we're at it, you can order a "cafezinho" (pronounced cafe-zeen-yo) which is another way of ordering espresso. 
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Tarte de Maçã


Maçã is the Portuguese word for apple. A tarte de maçã, or apple tarts, is often available in Portuguese bakeries and cafes. 


It's no substitute for a classic American apple pie, but it's still an enjoyable apple pastry with warm cinnamon spice and I'm always a fan of the tarte crust in Portugal. 


​Bolo de Arroz 


Bolo de arroz is another Portuguese pastry which literally translates to "cake of rice". 
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I loveee bolo de arroz. They are like a very tall muffin and they remind me of a mix between a muffin and cornbread. Bolo de arroz is lightly sweet and it has a dusting of crunchy sugar on top which adds a nice texture! 
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Portugal Travel tips: 9 things to know when eating at a restaurant in Portugal

8/4/2024

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Portuguese Steak with Fried Egg, Rice, and French Fries | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
In addition to historical castles, charming villages, and spectacular cliff beaches, eating out in Portugal is going to be a highlight of your trip to Portugal, for sure. 
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If it's your first time visiting Portugal, you may be wondering things:
  • How to order food in a restaurant in Portuguese 
  • How much should you tip? 
  • Can I use credit cards in Portugal?

​I'm going to help you navigate your first restaurant experience with a few insights that should prove helpful! 
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In this post: 

Looking for something specific? Jump ahead:
  • The bread is not free
  • Ordering water: tap, still, or sparkling
  • Ordering beer
  • Blood in food
  • Lunch Deals (Prato do Dia)
  • Ask for the bill
  • Tipping in Portugal
  • Paying with Credit Cards
  • Restaurant Reviews
  • Portugal Travel Blogs
  • ​Portugal Cruise Deals
 

1. The bread is not free.

If you're an American, you are used to a lot of freebies.

When you go to a restaurant, if there is bread and butter on the table it is complimentary. In fact, you can often get free refills on the free bread and butter at a restaurant. 

If that is your background and you arrive at a restaurant in Portugal to see a lovely display of bread, butter, olives, and the like at your table, you will naturally assume it is complimentary. 

It isn't.

This is called the Couvert and it may be on your table when you arrive or presented to you shortly after seating. The idea is to provide you with some little bites right away while you peruse the menu and then wait for your food. 

The price for each item will be shown in the menu and you may be surprised at how it is itemized. Literally each pad of butter has a set price. To an American this can be a bit jarring the first time, but it really does promote a more intentional way of eating and less waste. 

What if i don't want the Couvert?

If the couvert set is already on your table when you arrive just let the waitstaff know right away you don't want it and they will take it away and not charge you for it. (But please double check your bill at the end because it can be accidentally added) 

If you've already taken some bites, I'm sorry to tell you that you will be charged for the entirety even if you thought it was free. Tourist Tax. :) 

The good news is it's usually only a few dollars and in a region known for bread and olives you're more than likely going to love it! Some areas will also include things like sardine pate or algarvian cenouras (carrots). 

If you want the olives but not the sardine paste, just let them know and they will remove it and charge you just for the items you want. 
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​2. How to get a glass of water at a restaurant in portugal

If you're not a pop (soda) person, you may be accustomed to just requesting a glass of water in a restaurant. The wait staff will bring you an ice water and regularly refill it. In some cases they will set a pitcher right on your table! 

This practice is not common in Portugal. In some cases you may be able to request and receive "Tap water"[in Portuguese: "Um copo de água da torneira, por favor" meaning "a cup of water from the faucet, please". 

​However, generally speaking water is served here in bottles. You can order a large bottle for sharing or smaller bottles and you will always be asked "com gás?" In Portugal, sparkling mineral water is very Popular so if you want one you ask for "agua com gás" and if you want regular still water you say "
agua sem gás" 

Portuguese Lesson :
Agua means "water" 
Com means "with" 
Sem means "without"
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3. How to order a beer in portugal?

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Sagres Beer in Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
There are craft breweries in Portugal, but the most popular national beers of Portugal are Sagres and Super Bock. Both are refreshing after a day at the beach under the blazing sun or to wash down a hearty francesinha in the cooler months. 

There are a few ways to order beer in Portugal. 

You can simply ask for a "Sagres" or a "Super Bock". Think of it like asking for "Coke" or "Pepsi". You may have a personal preference for Coca-cola,  but some establishments only carry Pepsi. If you order a Sagres and the restaurant doesn't carry it they may just reply "Super Bock?" and you can say "Sim" for "yes" or nod and say, "Está bom", as if to say "it's good!"
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Beer goes great with a Bifana | Traveling Through Food Blog Portugal Travel Blog
By the way, a bifana is a simple sandwich of thin slices of pork on a super soft roll. In case you were wondering "what is a bifana?!"
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Beer Sizes in Portugal

By the way, you may want to know how to say beer in Portuguese. The Portuguese word for beer is "cerveja", pronounced, sir-vay-juh.  (vay as in va-cation)

If you're ordering a draft you can get a Caneca (mug) or my favorite, an imperial, which is a 20 cl beer. For me it's the perfect size to cool down and you can drink it before it gets warm in one of the 300+ days of sun in Portugal. Apparently in Porto this is also known as fino. 
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How much is a small beer in portugal?

Often you can order one of these small beers, imperial, in Portugal for a little over a euro. =) 
Needless to say if you are at a fancy restaurant or you're at a cafe on the beach prices will be higher, but still feel like a great value for most Americans. 
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​4. How to avoid blood in Portuguese food

A number of Portuguese dishes can contain blood. This may not be something you think about before your trip to Portugal, but for those who choose not to eat blood (Genesis 9:4; Acts 15:29) here are some dishes to look out for: 
  • Portuguese Feijoada is a pork and bean stew that sometimes includes blood sausage
  • Morcela is Portuguese Blood Sausage
  • Cabidela or arroz de cabidela is typical of Minho in the north of Portugal and is a rice dish made with blood.
These are just a few examples of Portuguese food that contain blood. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list. 

If you are unsure, it's a good idea to ask if a dish has blood in it before ordering. The Portuguese word for blood is "sangue".

You could ask something like "isso tem sangue?" meaning "does this have blood?"
You can clarify your concern by adding "I do not eat blood" - "eu não como sangue" 

Of course in the end you can say thank you with the word "Obrigado" for guys and "Obrigada" for girls.

Side note: We have noticed some other food products containing blood in the grocery. So do take a moment to scan the ingredients of any sausage or chouriço whether whole or sliced and especially if the color is dark, as well as pasta sauce! Yes you read that correctly. We have actually seen sangue, blood, as an ingredient in pre-made tomato sauce. It's not common, but it happens. So if it's important to you, just keep your eyes peeled. =) 
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Bacalhau com Grão | Traveling Through Food Blog Portugal Travel Blog
A blood-free and very Portuguese dish, bacalhau com grão is a dish featuring salted cod and chick peas!
PSA: watch for bones!
 
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5. Prato do dia Lunch deals in portugal

A great way to save money during your trip to Portugal and eat a hearty meal is the take advantage of the Prato do Dia (plate of the day) that many restaurants offer. 

Typically these set menus are offered on week days during lunch so the Portuguese can have an economical, well rounded, and "efficient" meal during their work day. 
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​What is included in prato do dia?

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Prato do Dia in Portugal May Include Dessert and Coffee | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
At this point it varies wildly based on region and the individual restaurant, but o menu (the menu, as in the set menu for the day) could include all of the following: bread, butter, olives, soup, main dish like grilled piri-piri chicken or sardines (sardinhas), a drink (​uma bebida) which can be a jarred drink like water, juice or pop, or it can be beer or a glass (sometimes pitcher) of wine, dessert (sobremesa), coffee (um café) and sometimes even a shot of liquor at the end for anywhere between 10-15 euros per person. 

Again it varies a lot. You may find a place offering all of this for under 10 euros in a smaller town or you may find Prato do dia under 10 euros that is more simple like one main dish, one drink, and a coffee a the end, but no matter how you slice it these are almost always an excellent value and way to try Portuguese fare along side locals for an authentic experience. 
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​6. you don't have to rush in portugal

In America the dining experience tends to be rushed. There are lines and servers need to turn tables fast because their livelihood depends on the tips they get.  More tables = more tips = hurry up, eat fast, leave asap.

This is soooo different in Portugal. The pace of life in many ways is a lot slower than the US and dining out is included. Aside from a few popular restaurants that imply (but idk if they truly enforce) a table limit like this great pizza place in Lisbon, you are welcome to take your time at a restaurant. 

This is time to relax and enjoy both the food and the company who you have chosen to be around the table with. In many cases you will need to ask for the bill to signal you are ready to leave. 
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Relevant side note: Do keep in mind that many restaurants in Portugal will close at 3 and re-open for dinner anytime between 5 and 7 pm. So be sure to get in to a restaurant before 3 or you will have to wait a few hours and hangry scaries can set in fast...
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7. How to ask for the bill in portuguese


There are many ways to ask for the bill after eating a meal at a restaurant in Portugal. One common expression is "A conta, por favor" or "The bill, please".

You can also say "Queria pagar" for "I would like to pay"

To sound even more Portuguese, and informal, you can simply say "a continha" (con-teen-yah).
 
If the restaurant is loud and busy you can also gesture in the air as if you're writing with a pen and they will know you want the check. 

On some occasions a bill will be left on your table sooner, but you do not need to take it as a hint to leave. It's more for convenience and you can then take it to the till to pay when you're ready. 
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Cafe with a view Ohlos d'Agua Algarve Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
 
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​8. Tipping culture in Portugal

America is a tipping culture especially in the restaurant industry where workers are barely paid two nickels an hour which is absolutely insane. In Portugal workers in restaurants are paid an actual wage, so tipping here is not necessary. 

In some cases it could be offensive, I'm told. In most cases a small rounding up to the nearest bill would be welcomed and appreciated. Overall, however, tipping at a restaurant is not expected. If you have the means and someone did something great, go for it! But at the same time, not leaving a tip in Portugal is not seen as rude, cheap, unappreciative, or ripping off the staff. I know it's hard to wrap your head around, but remember this is a different culture. 
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9. Can you use credit cards in portugal?

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Pastelaria Versailles in Lisbon accepts Credit Cards | Traveling Through Food Blog Portugal Travel Blog

One final and important tip about eating out in Portugal. You may be wondering if you can use your credit card in Portugal.

It depends. 

Portugal overall is a cash culture. but if you are spending time in touristy areas like Lisbon, Porto, or Algarve, for example, it is most likely that many places will accept credit cards. Visa and Mastercard are more widely accepted than American Express. 

You'll want to look at the door of the restaurant. If it says "Multibanco" with an X through it, that means they do not accept card.  If they accept cards you will usually see on the door which cards they accept (Visa, etc) See the photo above for an example. The arrow points to the "Visa" logo on the door of Pastelaria Versailles in Lisbon. (PS they have one of the best Pastel de Nata in Lisbon, and all of Portugal in our opinion so far!)

How to ask if you can pay with a credit card in portuguese

You can say "Posso pagar com cartão?" for "May I pay with card"

Usually they will bring the card reader right to your seat and you can use tap to pay in Portugal right from your phone. 

Be sure to use a card that has no foreign transaction fees.

When the machine asks you if you want the bill to be charged in USD or Euro, always pick Euro!! When you choose Euro (the local currency) your credit card company will do the conversion at a better rate. When you choose USD then the establishment can mark up the conversion and your end bill can be more than expected. This applies in any country, by the way. 
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Enjoy your meal!

I hope these tips help you while you eat out in Portugal! Don't worry, in most major cities where you are likely to visit you will be able to get by in English. If you want to have a more interesting and enriching experience I invite you to to try some of the Portuguese phrases in this article! 
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Belem Tower, Lisbon Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog

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Mourapao Vilamoura Portugal Restaurant Review

7/31/2023

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Mourapão will always hold a special place in our hearts as it's the first place we ate after arriving in Portugal on the  D7 visa. ​
Filed Under: Vilamoura Restaurant Reviews • Algarve Restaurant Reviews • Portugal • Restaurant Review

​After those hectic final weeks waiting for the visa to arrive, selling belongings, hoping nothing important was forgotten, visiting with family, traveling and moving internationally for the first time (& during a pandemic!), handling canceled flights etc.... to finally arrive in Vilamoura was surreal. Nothing felt more simultaneously comforting and rewarding than the prospect of a pizza and a pastel de nata at the same time. 

Enter Mourapão.
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Um café e uma tigelada em Mourapão
Located in Vilamoura near the Marina, Mourapão is a short walk from the secret apartment. 
With indoor and outdoor seating available as well as an extensive menu, mourapão can cater to just about any guest.
Bonus, it's open until at least 10pm!

​Here's what we have tried: 
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Tigelada 

Tigelada is a traditional Portuguese dessert made with eggs, milk, and sugar. Typically baked in a wood fired oven inside a Portuguese ceramic bowl, this sweet dessert is all about the texture as shown in the photo above.

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Pastel de Nata 


Pastel de Nata is easily the most popular pastry you must try in Portugal with its flakey crust, pudding like custard filling and optional cinnamon topping. Remember when we made Pasteis de nata at home?

Margherita Pizza 

For an optimal experience, be sure to dine in at Mourapao and enjoy classic pizza made with fresh ingredients.
(Although you can get take out or pizza delivery in Vilamoura through apps like Glovo fyi) Take a look at that pizza slice - the cheese pull, the browning, the sheen... If this pizza is for you, you will know it. ;) 

Discover more Pizza in Portugal here

Pizza in Portugal. 

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