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What to order
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Squid
Most frequently praised dish; reviewers repeatedly said it was perfectly cooked, flavorful, balanced, and one of the best squid dishes they had ever eaten.
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Duck Rice
Highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a must-order dish, described as a revelation, one of the nicest things they had ever eaten, and worth the wait.
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Chicken Hearts
Often singled out for its tenderness and depth of flavor, with one review especially praising the chicken hearts with grapes as a standout pairing.
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Beef Cheek Sando
Recommended more than once for its rich flavor and memorable execution, with reviewers calling it one of the highlights of the meal.
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Bread With Shrimp Sauce
Repeatedly praised for its amazing sauce and fresh bread; several reviewers said it was so good they ordered extra bread to soak up every bit.
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Tuna Pica-Pau
Highlighted as a favorite by reviewers for being fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, with one calling it an all-time favorite dish.
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Bacalhau À Brás
Recommended for its perfect layered texture and well-balanced combination of cod, potatoes, onions, and sauce.
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Chicken Heart With Grapes
Praised as a surprising but excellent pairing, described as tender, meaty, delicate, and especially memorable.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About O Velho Eurico
Casual eatery turning out classic regional dishes in a snug dining space with exposed-stone walls.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is O Velho Eurico known for?
It is best known for duck rice, which multiple reviewers call a must-order and one of the best things they ate in Lisbon. Octopus and bacalhau à brás are also repeatedly highlighted, and people often mention that the restaurant’s Portuguese dishes are bold, carefully cooked, and worth waiting for.
What dishes are most recommended at O Velho Eurico?
The most recommended dishes are duck rice, octopus, bacalhau à brás, and squid, with several reviews also praising chicken hearts, tuna picapau, and shrimp sauce with bread. For dessert, bread pudding and leite creme come up, though one reviewer noted the caramel top on the leite creme was overdone.
Is O Velho Eurico good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €15–35, and reviewers generally feel the food justifies the cost because the portions are small to medium and designed for ordering several plates. Many say the quality and service make it worth the price, especially if you are happy to wait for a table in central Lisbon.
How long is the wait at O Velho Eurico, and should you reserve?
Wait times are often long, with reviews mentioning 20 minutes to 2.5 hours, and the restaurant notes that lunch and dinner reservations are recommended. Several guests say the walk-in line can be full even when it opens, so booking ahead is the safest way to avoid a long wait.
Is parking available at O Velho Eurico?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
