Tasquinha dos Pescadores is a restaurant in Ericeira Centro, Ericeira. Rated 4.8 stars from 372 Google reviews. Known for owner who actually cares and meat cooked right, priced low. Best for solo lunch and group dinner. Price range: € 10–15.
Rankings updated April 2026
Tasquinha dos Pescadores
Quick Verdict
Yes. Locals come back because the owner treats you like you matter, the meat is better than the price suggests, and it's one of the few places in Ericeira where you're not paying for the view.
Go if you want proper grilled meat, honest service, and to eat where locals actually eat—not where Instagram told them to.
About Tasquinha dos Pescadores
Tasquinha dos Pescadores is a small, characterful restaurant on Travessa do Cotovelo where the owner works the room and the kitchen doesn't overcomplicate things. You'll find meat cooked properly—bitoque, pica pau, maminha, prego sandwiches with handmade buns—plus fish and starters that don't pretend to be anything they're not. The space is tight, with a few tables spilling onto the street, and the staff move through it with genuine warmth rather than performance. Reviewers keep returning for the same reason: €10–15 buys you food that tastes like someone cared, cooked by people who remember your name. The owner explains every option, speaks English well, and won't overcharge you. No reservations, no fuss, no menu online—you walk in and decide based on what's moving in the kitchen that day.
What Stands Out
Owner who actually cares
Reviewers mention the owner's 'touchante bonté' (touching kindness), describe him as 'amazing' and 'very welcoming', and note he 'explained all the options' and won't overcharge. One reviewer said arriving without a review, they were already satisfied by the staff's warmth before eating.
Meat cooked right, priced low
The maminha was 'the best meat I tasted in my trip around Portugal'. Bitoque, pica pau, and prego sandwiches are mentioned repeatedly as standouts. €10–15 for mains is described as 'cheap for the quality' and 'excellent rapport qualité prix'.
Authentic, no theatre
Reviewers call it 'very characteristic', 'one of the best dining experiences', and praise it for being 'can't be more authentic'. The space is small, the menu isn't trying to be trendy, and the vibe is described as 'spot top' with a 'warm heart'.
What Customers Say
Sehr aufmerksamera und freundlicher Service.
Das Essen ist einfach und lecker.
Real quotes from Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions about Tasquinha dos Pescadores
The maminha, bitoque, and pica pau are what reviewers return for. The prego sandwiches come on handmade buns with a mid-rare patty. If you want something lighter, ask the owner—they'll make something off-menu for vegetarians. Everything sits between €10–15.
No online booking. Walk in and order at the counter or grab a table on the street. The owner will explain what's available that day.
Small, characterful space with a few tables inside and a handful on the street. Full by dinner service, but the staff move fast. Reviewers describe it as welcoming at any time—whether you're stopping for a drink or a full meal.
€10–15 for mains. Reviewers consistently praise the value, calling it 'cheap', 'very low prices', and noting you won't be overcharged. That's half what you'd pay 2 streets closer to the seafront.
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