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What to order
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Dessert Tray
Mentioned several times as a highlight; reviewers loved the variety, freshness, and irresistible selection of desserts brought to the table.
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Seafood Platter
Repeatedly praised for generous portions, freshness, and excellent flavor, with shellfish and lagoon seafood described as especially delicious.
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Bife A Portuguesa
Recommended for being cooked exactly as ordered, with strong flavor and a high-quality steak experience.
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Vazia Steak With Mustard Sauce And Bacon
Called out as tender and flavorful, with the steak exceeding expectations in texture and taste.
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Javali
The grilled wild boar was described as very well served, tender, and well seasoned.
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Matured Black Angus
Praised as very tasty and cooked to perfection with the right amount of salt.
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Secretos De Porco Preto
Highlighted as one of the standout meat dishes, noted for being tasty and perfectly cooked.
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Fish Platter
Recommended for its abundance of shellfish, especially the exceptional brown crab meat and memorable percebes.
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Swordfish
Suggested as a strong menu choice because it was described as a good, less common fish option in Portugal.
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Bacalao With Potatoes
Specifically said to be a must-try dish that should not be missed.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Restaurante O Melro
Restaurante O Melro is a restaurant and seafood restaurant in Óbidos, Portugal, known for traditional Portuguese food, seafood platters, and grilled meats. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood, homemade dishes, attentive service, and desserts, along with live music in the evenings. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, with a warm dining room and a menu that works well for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. The price range is €15–35, and reviewers often describe the food as good value for the quality and portions.
Amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Assistive hearing loop
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Restaurante O Melro known for?
It is especially known for seafood platters and traditional Portuguese dishes, including clams, cuttlefish, migas, and grilled meats like wild boar. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh ingredients, generous portions, and well-seasoned cooking, with live music adding to the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurante O Melro?
Reviewers most often highlight the seafood platter, clams, cuttlefish, migas, and the wild boar or steak dishes such as bife à portuguesa and vazia steak. Desserts also come up often, especially the dessert tray that is brought to the table with multiple choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurante O Melro?
The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and authentic, with a warm interior and a comfortable dining room. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers note that the setting feels spacious while still being relaxed.
Is Restaurante O Melro good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €15–35, and reviewers frequently say the food is reasonably priced for the quality and portion size. Several comments specifically mention great price-to-quality value, especially for the seafood boards and fresh traditional dishes.
Do I need a reservation at Restaurante O Melro?
Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and one review says booking a table is a must. That matches the restaurant’s popularity for fresh seafood, live music evenings, and its location in Óbidos, where it can fill up quickly.
Is parking available at Restaurante O Melro?
Yes. Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Restaurante O Melro have vegetarian options?
Yes, Restaurante O Melro offers vegetarian options.
Is Restaurante O Melro kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurante O Melro is good for kids.
