Solar da gula
Lisbon
At a glance
Solar da Gula offers a traditional Portuguese dining experience located in the charming area of Praça da Viscondessa dos Olivais in Lisbon. The restaurant aims to deliver the true essence of Portuguese cuisine with dishes meticulously crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The venue is characterized by its welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere, making it ideal for gathering friends and family for memorable dining moments. Inside, the historic charm is preserved with elements like iconic marble flooring, blending the old with a contemporary dining concept.
The establishment has a considerable capacity of 140 guests and features two indoor dining rooms along with two outdoor terraces, one of which is covered. This setup ensures a comfortable environment for dining in various weather conditions. Additionally, guests can enjoy the convenience of modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and full accessibility for those with mobility challenges.
While Solar da Gula is open every day from lunch through dinner, it invites diners to explore a menu that pays homage to Portuguese culinary traditions. Whether you are in the mood for seafood delights, hearty meat dishes, or other Portuguese specialties, the restaurant provides something for every palate. This makes it a suitable spot not just for casual family dinners but also for larger group gatherings, ensuring everyone can savor an authentic taste of Portugal.
Reviews
Traditional Portuguese restaurant with regional cousine. Really good.
From the outside, it seems like a regular Portuguese tasca, but inside, the ambiance feels different, in a good way. Service was excellent, very lovely and friendly. The food options were good, and the portions were big. Some of them were enough for two people, easily. The restaurant is located in a neighborhood that takes you back to Lisbon's older times. The small church, the brick streets, and the “coreto” create the whole experience. It was recommended to me by a Portuguese friend, and I recommend it, especially if you want a great Portuguese meal experience.
The remodeled Solar da Gula in Olivais is a visually stunning, Instagram-worthy spot. The food is truly divine; the Octupus in olive oil and garlic (Polvo à Lagareiro) was perfect, the Shrimp in Garlic sauce (Camarões à Guilho) were amazing, and the Monkfish Rice (Arroz de Tamboril) was a standout. However, the service doesn't match the quality of the food or the ambiance. It was inattentive, they forgot to bring us the dessert menu, and lacked the polish expected from such a nice space. Go for the exceptional cuisine, but hope for improved service.
