Restaurante Retiro das Macieiras
Quick Verdict
A solid Portuguese restaurant with broad appeal, great for a relaxed meal and a good drink selection.
Book if you want a family-friendly Portuguese meal with plenty of choices and decent drinks.
Skip if you're looking for cutting-edge cuisine or a truly lively, bustling atmosphere.
About Restaurante Retiro das Macieiras
Restaurante Retiro das Macieiras in Aguda-Arcozelo, near Porto, is a Portuguese spot pulling in solid reviews. With a 4.4-star rating from nearly 1300 reviews, it's clearly doing something right. The restaurant offers a wide range, from breakfast and brunch to late-night food and dessert. The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and generally quiet, which can be a real plus if you're looking for a relaxed meal. They’ve got all the usual drinks, plus a decent beer selection, coffee, and a wine list that people seem to like. Retiro das Macieiras caters to diverse needs. It’s family-friendly and welcomes groups and tourists. Accessibility is also a consideration, with a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Open every day but Sunday, from 11 AM to 2:30 PM and then again from 7 to 10 PM, it's a good option for various dining times.
Honest Assessment
Strengths
Wide Appeal
It seems to satisfy a broad range of customers, from families to tourists to college students.
Drink Selection
The restaurant is noted for its beer selection, coffee, and wine list.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility across entrance, parking, restroom, and seating is a major plus.
Considerations
Limited Hours
The Sunday closure and afternoon break might not suit everyone's schedule.
Potential for Crowds
Given its popularity, it could get busy during peak hours despite the described quiet atmosphere.
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Signature Dishes
Francesinha
€13A Porto classic: a stacked sandwich with meat, covered in melted cheese and a special sauce.
Bacalhau à Brás
€14Shredded salt cod with scrambled eggs and fried potatoes.
Arroz de Marisco
€18Seafood rice stew - a hearty and flavorful dish.
Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.
Practical Information
Frequently Asked Questions about Restaurante Retiro das Macieiras
Yes, Restaurante Retiro das Macieiras offers outdoor seating, including rooftop seating.
Yes, the restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Yes, it has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating.
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