Cura - Lisbon

This restaurant is of course very good, but also something above the tip. our 8-course meal was really 3 correct courses and the rest very small amuse gueules,... read more This restaurant is of course very good, but also something above the tip. our 8-course meal was really 3 correct courses and the rest very small amuse gueules, including a brot course. very expensive for what it is.

Excellent from beginning to end. Eating was a pleasure, the staff made a wonderful experience even better. read more Excellent from beginning to end. Eating was a pleasure, the staff made a wonderful experience even better.

It was an excellent experience overall each dish had a personality with original and unique flavors. One of the highlights was the quid that was delicious. Woul... read more It was an excellent experience overall each dish had a personality with original and unique flavors. One of the highlights was the quid that was delicious. Would give him a second Michelin star.

My guests were certainly impressed with the renowned squid ‘pasta’ dish. I had the Raizes menu and was satisfied with it overall, with the exception of the taco... read more My guests were certainly impressed with the renowned squid ‘pasta’ dish. I had the Raizes menu and was satisfied with it overall, with the exception of the taco dish (the green asparagus on the menu, I believe) and the artichoke dish which I felt were quite underwhelming. Also, my guests and I felt that the seasoning on the whole was strong (this is not criticism though, just a comment for interested parties to take note of). Having said that, the service was exceptional, servers were articulate, polite and respectful, and they accommodated any requests we made. Do take note that the entire meal is a lengthy one, expect it to take 3.5-4h+ (or longer). Think we arrived at 6.30pm and only left at about 10pm. All in all a pleasurable experience. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: €50+

A highly refined menu expertly prepared. Flavor and presentation were infinitely close to perfection. The iberico pork, in particular, was the best iberico pork... read more A highly refined menu expertly prepared. Flavor and presentation were infinitely close to perfection. The iberico pork, in particular, was the best iberico pork I had ever had. Service was first class, and atmosphere was luxurious yet relaxed. The local wine pairing was superb, and gave us a taste of what Portuguese wine had to offer. All in all in line with what one expects at a Michelin one star restaurant. If I were to be picky, however, like so many Michelin starred restaurants, the food was a bit too safe. I feel that the Michelin star system discourages creativity, which is a pity for chefs of this caliber. Price per person: €50+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5