Manuel Casa de Fado

A plate featuring a selection of 4 types of Portuguese appetizers. Includes today's appetizer, fish escabeche, bacalhau croquettes, and octopus and paprika salad. A perfect dish for sharing, offering a variety of flavors and textures.

Croquettes made from a mixture of dried cod and potatoes, a representative Portuguese snack. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, with concentrated saltiness and umami. Popular as a light meal or snack.

A salad of tenderly cooked octopus and colorful bell peppers, marinated. Characterized by a refreshing acidity and herbal aroma, it stimulates the appetite. May contain coriander.

A nutritious salad made with homemade tuna, fluffy chickpeas, and hard-boiled eggs. Simple yet brings out the flavors of the ingredients, it's also perfect as a side dish.

A traditional Portuguese dish where fried fish is then marinated in a sweet and sour vinegar sauce. The umami of the fish and the refreshing acidity of the sauce are exquisitely balanced. Often served chilled.

Thinly sliced high-quality Portuguese cured ham. Characterized by its rich meat flavor and moderate saltiness, it pairs excellently with wine and beer. Please enjoy it as an appetizer.

Simple dish of fresh sardines grilled whole in the oven. The skin is crispy and fragrant, while the flesh is moist and juicy. Recommended with a squeeze of lemon.

Fresh clams and mussels steamed in white wine and herbs. The soup, concentrated with the umami of the shellfish, is exquisite, and we recommend dipping bread into it. Coriander may be used as a garnish.

A rich dish made by slowly simmering beef tripe and fluffy chickpeas in a tomato base. The umami of the meat and the sweetness of the vegetables blend together, and it's even more delicious when eaten with bread.

Gizzards with a chewy texture, stewed in tomato sauce. The unique texture of the gizzards and the acidity of the tomato stimulate the appetite. Enjoyable as a snack with drinks or as a main dish.

A representative green soup of Portugal, based on potatoes and kale. It has a smooth texture and a simple yet deep flavor. Served individually, it is a beloved warm dish.

A popular Portuguese dish made by stir-frying dried cod with shredded french fries and egg. It is characterized by the combination of fluffy egg, crispy potatoes, and salty dried cod. A dish that is enjoyable both in appearance and texture.

A classic Portuguese home-style dish, a gratin of dried cod and potatoes in a cream sauce. The rich cream and cheese blend with the umami of the dried cod for a heartwarming taste.

A dish of dried cod, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and hard-boiled eggs layered and baked in the oven. Simple yet highlights the flavors of the ingredients, offering various textures. It is one of the traditional dried cod dishes popular in Portugal.

A traditional Portuguese pot dish where seafood is steamed in a copper pan. Various seafood such as shrimp, clams, mussels, cod, scallops, and squid are cooked in a rich broth. A luxurious dish for two or more people.

A Portuguese seafood dish featuring sea bream, mussels, and clams simmered in a white wine base. The soup, concentrated with the umami of the seafood, is exquisite and recommended to be enjoyed with bread. Coriander may add a fragrant accent.

A healthy Portuguese dish of lightly stewed dried cod and various vegetables. The saltiness of the cod and the sweetness of the vegetables harmonize for a gentle flavor. A simple yet profound dish.

A regional dish from the Alentejo region of Portugal, featuring pork shoulder and clams marinated in homemade seasonings and white wine, then sautéed. It has a unique flavor profile created by the umami of the pork, the aroma of the clams, and the spices. Coriander may be served on the side.

A national stew of Portugal, featuring spare ribs, pork ribs, pig ears, pig trotters, chorizo, linguiça, and other pork cuts simmered with red beans. It is rich and flavorful, commonly eaten with rice. A hearty dish.

Domestic chicken thighs slowly baked in the oven. The skin is crispy and fragrant, and the meat is juicy. Choose from a white wine-based spicy sauce to enjoy your preferred flavor.

A traditional Portuguese beef stew where beef is slowly simmered in red wine and vegetables. The meat is tender, and the rich flavor is characterized by the blend of red wine and vegetable sweetness. A heartwarming dish.

A Portuguese-style risotto combining tender cooked octopus and rice. The umami of the octopus seeps into the rice, creating a flavorful dish. Coriander may add a unique aroma.

A Portuguese home-style dish where duck and rice are cooked together and then baked in the oven for a browned finish. The duck's flavor permeates the rice, and the crispy browned top is also enjoyable. A satisfying and hearty dish.

A moist sponge pudding, like a lightly baked castella. It has a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a gentle sweetness, making it a popular dessert.

A traditional Portuguese custard tart. Crispy pastry filled with rich, smooth custard cream. Delicious served warm or cold.

A rich and firm pudding made with plenty of egg yolks. The slight bitterness of the caramel sauce and the sweetness of the pudding create a perfect match for a deep flavor.

A moist roll cake made with grated orange peel. Characterized by the refreshing aroma and sweet-sourness of orange, it's perfect as a post-meal dessert.

A dessert of whole apples baked in the oven and topped with port wine sauce. The sweet and sourness of the apple blends with the rich aroma of port wine for an adult taste.

A Portuguese dessert layered with crushed Marie biscuits and whipped cream. A delightful combination of crispy and creamy textures, served with a seasonal sauce.

A flavorful cake made with orange zest and various spices. The moist batter is infused with the warm aroma of spices, offering an exotic taste.

Aromatic and refreshing coffee, perfect after a meal.

A rich Italian-style coffee.

Warm black tea, perfect for relaxing after a meal.

A relaxing tea blended with various herbs.