O Portão

Funchal, Madeira

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O Portão

O Portão is a cosy little restaurant which focuses solely on traditional Portuguese food. The menu is varied, but the patrons' favourite dishes usually feature fresh fish. Another recommendation is the zabaglione with a Portuguese twist, served in a huge bowl.

Information

addressRua Portão de São Tiago, Funchal
openingHoursTue–Sun noon–3pm / 5:30pm–10:30pm; Mon closed
phone+351 291 221 125

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