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Tia Maria's European Café
Shrimp Mozambique
Recommended multiple times for being flavorful, delicious, warm, and well-seasoned, with one review calling it especially amazing despite wishing for larger shrimp.
Home Fries
Frequently praised as wonderful and the best some reviewers have had at a breakfast restaurant, though one review noted a lack of flavor.
Mimosas
Several reviewers specifically called the mimosas delicious or the best, making them a standout drink recommendation.
Codfish Balls
Mentioned as amazing and part of an exceptional meal, with reviewers highlighting them as a must-try Portuguese item.
Pork Alentejana
Described as the best dish one reviewer had at a restaurant in America, praised for being fresh, tender, and served in a huge portion.
Bifana Sandwich
Recommended for its tender, flavorful marinated pork and roasted red peppers, with a reviewer saying it is delicious and over the top.
Pastel De Nata
Specifically recommended for anyone craving Portuguese pastries, especially alongside good coffee and breakfast.
Sweet Bread With Butter
Called yum and singled out as a tasty sweet bread option, especially when toasted with butter.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 2 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 2 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 2 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 2 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 1 PM |
About Tia Maria's European Café
Family-owned breakfast & lunch spot with dinner some nights plus beer, wine & espresso drinks.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as veteran-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Tia Maria's European Café known for?
It is best known for Portuguese breakfast and brunch dishes, especially the home fries, linguica omelet, bifana sandwich, and pork alentejada. Reviewers also call out the fresh bread, fast service, and generous portions, with several saying the Portuguese food is a main reason to return.
What dishes are most recommended at Tia Maria's European Café?
Frequently recommended items include the pork alentejada, bifana sandwich, caldo verde, linguica and cheese omelet, Bacalau cakes, and the caçolia sandwich with spicy peppers. For drinks and dessert, reviewers mention mimosas, cinnamon bun lattes, handcrafted iced coffee drinks, and pastel de nata.
What is the atmosphere like at Tia Maria's European Café?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and historic, with some reviewers also describing it as cute and romantic. It works well for breakfast or lunch with family and groups, but it is also popular for solo dining and busy weekend mornings.
Is Tia Maria's European Café good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $10 to $20, and reviewers repeatedly say the food is reasonably priced for the quality and portion size. Comments about an enormous pork alentejada portion and a meal costing well below expectations suggest strong value for Portuguese comfort food and brunch.
When is the best time to visit Tia Maria's European Café?
Breakfast and weekend mornings are especially popular, and reviewers note that Sunday mornings can be busy. The restaurant also has fast service, so even when it is crowded, food often comes out quickly.
Is parking available at Tia Maria's European Café?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Is Tia Maria's European Café kid-friendly?
Yes, Tia Maria's European Café is good for kids.
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