Ó Balcão

If you’re keen to try new fish... this is the perfect place. Rodrigo Castelo is the chef at the helm, a Ribatejo native who, after extensive research, found a way to showcase the produce of his region by focusing mainly on predatory river fish to help balance the ecosystem. The restaurant evokes old taverns, with striking azulejo tiles that add a contemporary touch and provide a backdrop for dishes crafted with great delicacy. The kitchen, with a strong identity of its own, puts the spotlight on fish such as Lúcio, Barbo and Siluro, some cured in salt, alongside more familiar options such as wild boar or wild duck. You can choose the Ribatejo Gastronómico menu, 10 chef’s-choice moments, or the Experiência à Carta, with six dishes (there are two specific pairings and, if you’re visiting with children, they also offer a children’s menu). We were especially surprised by the vegetarian dish A nossa horta!, Our vegetable garden!