Gustatio - Penela

I had dinner here with my son after a day of trips and activities, as we stayed the night at the hotel. The food was great, very well cooked and the service was... read more I had dinner here with my son after a day of trips and activities, as we stayed the night at the hotel. The food was great, very well cooked and the service was very thoughtful and I have nothing to complain. As a hotel restaurant, I'm used to more expensive values, specially considering the type of cuisine presented, but even so, I don't think it was overly priced.

Excellent food served by conscientious staff. A beautiful location in the countryside, with plenty of other facilities on offer such as the two swimming pools,... read more Excellent food served by conscientious staff. A beautiful location in the countryside, with plenty of other facilities on offer such as the two swimming pools, sauna and spa. Not to be missed.

My husband and I were fortunate to dine at the luxury Gustatio Restaurante located in the Duecitânia Design Hotel. Crossing a lit up glass bridge over a river,... read more My husband and I were fortunate to dine at the luxury Gustatio Restaurante located in the Duecitânia Design Hotel. Crossing a lit up glass bridge over a river, it is a stylish entrance in to the hotel through the lobby with its 1920’s Art Deco interiors, plush velvet furniture and glistening chandeliers. We were greeted by a friendly, hospitable and knowledgeable waiter who tended to our every need. We were the first guests to try the chefs new ‘Roman’ menu. It did not disappoint. We started our dining experience with locally sourced sheep’s cheese, olive spread, herb butter, olives and a choice of fresh bread. Delicious. As a starter we had a smoked salmon salad with golden croutons and a beautiful honey and mustard dressing. Presentation, service and quality of produce was excellent. On to the first of two main meals! Perfectly poached monkfish (my favourite) with the most flavoursome sauce. Secondly roasted duck, again, perfectly cooked. The roast vegetables that accompanied the main were also delicious and extremely flavoursome. To finish we had a traditional Portuguese custard pudding with fresh fruit. At the end of the meal the chef came and spoke to us in person about his new menu. He was passionate and enthusiastic about his craft. He gave me some complimentary macaroons and wished us well. This has to be one of, if not the most enjoyable dining experience my husband and I have had. The five course meal came to just €28 per person! If you want to go somewhere really special with every aspect of your dining experience being of the highest quality I would certainly recommend Gustatio Restaurante at Duecitânia Design Hotel.

Love this place .. the steaks are excellent read more Love this place .. the steaks are excellent

We were visiting Castle of Penala (Highly Recommend the FREE Castle to visit) and decided to have a late lunch and noticed Gustatio was just 5 minutes away (by... read more We were visiting Castle of Penala (Highly Recommend the FREE Castle to visit) and decided to have a late lunch and noticed Gustatio was just 5 minutes away (by car). We eat a wonderful late lunch at 2:30pm (they stop serving lunch at 3:00pm). Their chef special for 12.50 Euros was one of the best meals we have had. We can highly recommend this location. Especially for their lunch special.