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The history of O Leão




Bianca Salden took over O Leão de Porches in 2005 and has dedicated herself and her team to making one of Porches’ best kept secrets into one of the most attractive and appealing places to dine in the Algarve.

This delectable restaurant is situated in an historic and authentic 17th Century farmhouse, which was originally discovered by an English couple in 1970. They saw the potential of this charming building and lovingly converted it into a beautiful restaurant which thrives to this day.

The restaurant is located in the centre of Porches – a pretty village just off the EN125 near Carvoeiro, best known for its wonderful pottery, golf courses and stunning beaches.

The restaurant retains many original features and has a superb patio dining area for warm summer evenings.

O Leão de Porches is well known for its wonderful sauces, fine ingredients and the beautiful presentation of its dishes, which are a pleasure to behold and equally delicious.

You can be sure that once you have experienced O Leão de Porches, you will want to share this secret with your friends.

4.6 Based on 310 Google reviews
Mister Havana
Mister Havana
★★★★☆

Le lieu est très agréable, l’accueil a été top. Le service est au petit soin malgré une petite erreur sur le timing. En effet, j’ai eu à peine le temps d’entamer mon apéritif que mon entrée est arrivée. C’est pas la fin du monde mais cela demande vigilance. Concernant mon entrée (St Jacques), belle harmonie de saveurs et textures avec une cuisson parfaite. C’est sur mon plat que j’ai été un peu déçu. J’ai pris du porc noir et je m’attendais à un plat qui sorte du lot. Même si la cuisson était maîtrisée et que la noblesse des produits travaillés était présente cela manquait de relief (peut être un travail à faire sur la sauce qui n’était que du jus de viande). Concernant le dessert, très bon avec une farandole de saveurs (hibiscus, rose, sureau, vanille). Dans l’ensemble, j’y ai passé un excellent moment.

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Glenn Baevsky
Glenn Baevsky
★★★★★

A great dinner! The atmosphere was very cute and the tasting menu was delicious! Would highly recommend.

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Top Tom
Top Tom
★★★★★

Gelungener Abend und leckeres Essen. Die Michelin-Empfehlung ist absolut verdient.

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Information

Open for dinner: 18:30 – 22:00

Closed on Wednesday.

Reservations: Recommended

Address

Rua da Igrea

Porches 8400-473, Portugal

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