Tasca do Joel

We went to this place because it was recommended by the locals. It's absolutely necessary to make a reservation as it’s almost always full. The place is very clean, and the service is quick but not very clear: for example, we asked if a main dish (€25) plus an appetizer would be enough for one person, and we were told yes without any specific details; however, one main dish is more than enough for two people (perhaps two dishes for three if you want to try something else). The tuna was incredible, the shrimp good, and the fish soup was also good. There are some doubts about the gluten-free options: make sure to inform the waiter of any intolerance to be safe. Now for the downside: it was supposed to be a place for good fish. The cod, which is their specialty, didn’t meet our expectations. The fish quality was good, but there was too much garlic, the homemade fries were soaked in oil and thus soggy, and the fried cod was full of bones. I ended up discarding the breading altogether.

Fantastic food, wonderful service, food suitable for celiacs. She looked like a great professional waitress.