A Minha Avó

"A completely vegan restaurant serving up Portuguese classics, this is the place for you if you've been wanting to try famous Portuguese dishes that fit your plant-based lifestyle. Located right near Parque Eduardo VII, A Minha Avó is the perfect place to go after enjoying a stroll through the park with your lover. The restaurant is popular among tourists and locals alike and can be quite busy, so make a reservation to be safe. **The entrance is on the main thoroughfare but has an inconspicuous sign that makes it hard to find. The portion sizes here are very generous, so you can easily split an entree between two people. Recommended Dishes: To start: - You can't go wrong with the Croquetes de "Carne" to start. They're crispy, super flavorful, and go perfectly with the spicy mayonnaise. - For something lighter, the Salada de "Polvo" is delicious. The flavors and texture of an octopus salad made with mushrooms are spot on. For the main: You can't really go wrong with any of the entrees here, everything we've tried has been delicious. - If you're in the mood for a hearty, sticks-to-your-ribs dish, get the "Bacalhau" com Natas, and consider sharing it with your date. It's a creamy, salty, comforting combo of leeks, mushrooms, and potato smothered in a seaweed-infused bechamel sauce to give you the flavor of the sea. - My husband also really enjoyed his Rolo de "Carne," which is a great choice if you're not an adventurous eater. A house-made sausage on a smoked potato puree, and a wine reduction, it's a classic. - If you're here for lunch, the Bowl da Avó seems like it'd be boring but is actually delicious! Highly recommend for a lighter lunch that is also gluten-free. For dessert: - All of their desserts look amazing, but the Doce da Casa is our go-to. With layers of softened cookies, custard, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, every mouthful is heaven. **If you are strictly gluten-free, I recommend going here for lunch instead of dinner as they have a different lunch menu with more gluten-free options. "