Reviews - O Leão de Porches
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9.3/10
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10
lovely atmosphere with lovely food
10
We spent an exceptional evening at O Leao. The welcome was warm and friendly, the atmosphere of the restaurant very cosy, the food excellent and the wine recommendation very, very good. It was a great evening. Thus we booked again a reservation for tomorrow.
6.0
The time between the courses was too long, more than 20 minutes. Some of the courses were only loop warm!
10
+1We had a very lovely meal in the historic restaurant in a little village off the beaten path. We ordered the prix -fixe menu, with five delicious courses and a couple of amuse Bouche Courses as well. Everything we had was, delicious, and included salad, fish, veal, venison, and dessert. We paired it with a very nice wine by the glass and everything was excellent.. Presentation was absolutely great, with everything coming in its own special dish. We will absolutely return to this gem the next time we are in the area.
10
From we came, the experience started incredible. The little town, his small streets was capture our attention. The restaurant was old house plus more 100 years. His anchor walls, floors maintenance and conserve. Was incredible. His menú was difficult choice, each point was very good tentation y were did complicate election. His dishes were great experience, his lamb, and his offer too. Excelent service and the glass of wines very good selection offer. A round of applause and keep going! Thank you so much for that amazing experience.
10
Fantastic food, wine & service. 100% recommend
10
Cozy and delicious. The staff made our family welcome and cared for during a dark December day.
10
i love the food everything we order was extremely amazing, i loved the restaurant was very cozy, the service was amazing they lady who servy us she was so friendly, i will go back again💯❤️
9.5
Great food & service
10
+1From the atmosphere to the welcome, service, quality & patient explanation of dishes, this is the best meal we’ve had in Portugal so far!
10
We have been coming to O Leão de Porches for very many years. It never disappoints, and the food is of the highest quality. The service is also first class, and the setting both inside and outside is stunning. The restaurant cannot be faulted.
10
Every dish was delicious and served with beautiful presentation. Wine recommendation was exactly what we were looking for.
10
Wow...our best meal in our 2 week visit. We will be back.
10
This is a gem in the central Algarve. The food , service and atmosphere, all joint to a perfect experience. Not the first time I am here and definitely not the last.
9.0
Attentive service. Very reasonable wine list. Fish portions might be increased but very flavorful
9.0
+1We took our Australian friends for our second visit and was a worthwhile visit again. Very nice atmosphere, very friendly staff who speak excellent English and the surprise menu was beautiful presented and very tasty again. If I’ve to criticise something it would be that the dessert was a little bit disappointing. But all in all a very enjoyable evening again. We’ll be back!
10
Beautiful scenery, wonderful choice of music, friendly and welcoming staff, the food was a feast to my tastebuds.
5.5
Outdoor seating is beautiful. And servers were warm and friendly. The bread course was among best we’ve had… however… The food is strange and unappetizing. The fish was served with cold/frozen butter on top and an inedible “polenta” . Duck was chewy and celeriac puree was similarly inedible. Corn soup was poured over popcorn- never heard or seen liquid poured over popcorn before- it just disintegrates and leaves behind the hard kernel. Scallop with risotto was fine - again oddly sweet and risotto was too al dente. Went to 2 other Michelin distinction restaurants in the area and this one left me scratching my head.
10
The service was, as always, impeccable and the courtyard setting is delightful. The menu is imaginative and varied and we received excellent advice on the wine. A wonderful evening.
5.5
Quality of food was not Michelin star and too few staff meant service was slow.
9.0
3 of 4 courses were excellent. The ambience could be more elegant.
9.0
The service and ambience of the restaurant were amazing. Food was good as well!!
9.5
i feel they have a great ambiance and are truly working very hard to make an evening memorable. in our case they had many people arrive at te same time, limiting the kitchens' ability to provide a timely sequencing of the food. the quality of the food, under these circumstances was noteworthy, the red Mullet risotto outstanding
10
Fantastic experience. The terrace is beautifull and the food even better. Highly recommended
10
The food was amazing, service extraordinary and the terrace is a very special place to dine. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
10
as fantastic as always in every way..... lovely new menu!
5.5
I expected more from a Michelin rated restaurant. My fish was overcooked and the pork was tough.
10
This place is so worth the drive. Completely different from the beach bars in Albuferia. Truly excellent cuisine from start to finish. In a class by itself. Probably our best meal in all of Portugal.
9.5
Very good food, well prepared and nicely presented, all with extremely friendly and competent service. We’ll most certainly be back!
10
you should eat here . In a three hundred year old house in porches . exquisite food . excellent 5 course tasting menus . wonderful service . can't visit the Algarve and not eat here. I promise you won't be disappointed
9.0
The service was faultless, professional and highly knowledgeable servers. It was a set menu for Christmas which our party of 4 all found somewhat lacking unfortunately. Some good, some not so good courses. Perhaps the regular menu would be worth going back for but definitely not this particular menu. The ambience was lovely but the place was in need of a freshening up.
5.5
The entire Christmas menu was probably prepared by someone else as if the Michelin star cook is on holiday… nothing taste proper, either it’s over cooked, too salty, or too much vinegar… very disappointed.
10
Great food and service. Really authentic cooking and tasty entrees !! Highly recommend
7.0
This is a really cute old farm house, and the staff was extremely friendly. The wine selection was great too. We were however disappointed with the food. The starters were great (albeit really small), but our mains (fillet steak) were not good. My steak was cold whereas my family's (other 3 orders) were chewy. For that price point I expected much better. They did apologise and took one steak out of the bill, but still disappointing.
10
The food, wine and service were very good
9.0
The Service and the Food was good. Only 5,0 € by Person for the Coperto but only 1 small tray with Butter an Olives
10
Just perfect. We had a great evening!
10
Good food and good vibes. Thank you for having us!
10
Very good and Creative Food, Perfect Wine pairing with Portuguese Wines. Nice Ambiente and charming Service!!! Top Restaurant!!!!
10
+3Amazing food and service. We experienced the tasting menu, which was delicious. This is one of my favourite restaurants, it never disappoints. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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