Olive Restaurant ( Halal حلال ) is a restaurant in Matosinhos, Porto. Rated 4.9 stars from 1047 Google reviews. Known for spice control that actually works and dishes cooked with real technique. Best for family dinner and group meal. Ranked #1 of 5 in Matosinhos. Price range: 15 - 20 €.
OLIVE RESTAURANT ( HALAL حلال )
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Quick Verdict
Yes. 1,047 reviews at 4.9 stars because the food's real and the staff actually care — you'll eat well and leave wanting to return.
You want properly cooked Indian food with no shortcuts, staff who listen to your spice preference, and a genuinely welcoming room.
About OLIVE RESTAURANT ( HALAL حلال )
Olive Restaurant in Matosinhos is a halal Indian spot that's built a serious reputation on flavour and care. Walk in and you'll find a clean, welcoming space with staff who actually listen — they'll dial your spice level from 0 to 10, and they mean it. The kitchen treats ingredients properly: dal that tastes like dal, okra that's actually cooked right, tikka masala that's good enough to visit weekly for. Reviewers mention generous portions, fresh ingredients, and a team that'll offer you complimentary desserts because they want you to come back. It's not fancy, but it's honest work at €15–20 a head. The kind of place where families who were sceptical about Indian food left converted, and where regulars have their favourite dishes locked in.
What Stands Out
Spice control that actually works
Multiple reviewers praised the 0–10 spice scale. One noted: 'The 0/10 spice level really is not spicy, which i appreciated.' Another: 'Very good, flavorful Indian food — good portions and they give you option for spice from 1-10.'
Dishes cooked with real technique
Reviewers called out specific dishes repeatedly: 'Best okra and tasty dal' and 'O melhor tikka masala que já comi' (the best tikka masala I've ever eaten). One regular visits weekly for it. Another praised 'Really well cooked dishes. Fresh ingredients.'
Staff that go beyond service
Consistent praise across reviews: 'Very kind staff,' 'friendly staff,' 'Atendimento personalizado e preocupado' (personalised and attentive service). Multiple reviews mention complimentary desserts offered unprompted. One family of sceptics 'adoraram' (loved it) because of the care.
What Customers Say
Very good, flavorful Indian food - good portions and they give you option for spice from 1-10
The 0/10 spice level really is not spicy, which i appreciated.
Real, very tasty and aromatic food - definitely a must-try 😋 P.S.
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Frequently Asked Questions about OLIVE RESTAURANT ( HALAL حلال )
You choose. They offer a 0–10 spice scale and they mean it — a reviewer specifically appreciated that 0/10 isn't spicy at all. Tell them what you want and they'll deliver it.
Yes. Reviewers mention family dinners where sceptics were won over, and the staff actively engage with groups — they'll offer dishes to try and make sure everyone's happy.
The tikka masala is strong enough that someone visits weekly for it. The okra and dal get consistent praise. The garlic cheese naan is called 'a treat,' and rice pudding is mentioned as a compliment to the meal. Fresh ingredients throughout.
Yes, the restaurant takes reservations. Book ahead if you're coming with a group or at peak times.
€15–20 per person. Reviewers consistently praise the value — 'Boa relação qualidade-preço' (good quality-to-price ratio).
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