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Shareable Plates

Bolinhos de Bacalhau
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SPICE: 1/10

22

Bolinhos de Bacalhau
Cod & Potato Croquettes

Norwegian dry salted cod and potato croquettes with crispy exterior. A very traditional dish served at almost every home and meal.

  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Camarao Tigre
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SPICE: 2/10

35

Camarao Tigre
Tiger Shrimp

Wild-caught Black Tiger shrimp sourced from Myanmar sautéed in a garlic, bourbon, calabrian chili sauce, topped with bottarga.

  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Camarao
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SPICE: 2/10

26

Camarao
Shrimp in Lobster Sauce

Wild Ecuadorian shrimp sautéed in a bourbon, chili garlic and lobster sauce.
Served with Portuguese bread.

  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Chourico Portugues Assado
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SPICE: 4/10

24

Chourico Portugues Assado
Portuguese Sausage

Portuguese spicy linguica and chourico flambeed with aguardiente at your table.

  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Nut Free
Bacalhau
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SPICE: 1/10

26

Bacalhau
Salted Cod over Spinach

Norwegian dry salted cod, olive and caper tapenade, spinach, finished with fried onions, parsley and extra virgin olive oil.

Preparation: 15-20 min.

  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free

Large Plates

Perna de Cordeiro no Forno
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SPICE: 1/10

48

Perna de Cordeiro no Forno
Lamb Shank

Bone in lamb shank braised in white wine, rosemary, garlic and a Madeira glaze served with fingerling potatoes and sautéed spinach.

  • Gluten Free
  • Nut Free
Arroz de Pato
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SPICE: 1/10

48

Arroz de Pato
Duck Rice

Confit duck leg, oven-baked Portuguese Mondego rice with smoked linguiça, kale, fennel pollen, and Queijo Serra da Estrela sheep milk cheese.

Limited quantity available per day!

  • Gluten Free
  • Nut Free
Robalo
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SPICE: 1/10

48

Robalo
Sea Bass

Whole butterflied sea bass finished with grain mustard, smoked paprika and extra virgin olive oil served atop a spinach mousse.

Note: may contain small bones.

  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Prego no Pao
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SPICE: 1/10

30

Prego no Pao
Sirloin Steak Sandwich

Grass fed prime sirloin steak topped with Serra de Estrela sheep milk cheese, port wine soaked onions on a Orwasher’s Parisian baguette. Served with our French fries.

  • Nut Free

Salads

Roasted Beet Salad
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Roasted Beet Salad

A roasted beet salad tossed with oranges, arugula, walnuts, and gorgonzola.

  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
Leitao Suckling Pig

Reserve your Leitão—Traditional Portuguese Suckling Pig Dinner, available for groups of 4 to 8 people. Please note, a one-week lead time is required.

Vegetables

Sea Salt French Fries
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Sea Salt French Fries

Hand-cut fries tossed in sea salt and served with a spicy aioli.

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Mashed Potato with Oyster Mushrooms
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Mashed Potato with Oyster Mushrooms

Mashed potatoes topped with sheep milk cheese and crispy oyster mushrooms.

  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Roasted Potatoes
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Roasted Potatoes

Roasted baby potatoes with aioli, chimichurri, and roasted bell peppers.

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Shishito Peppers
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SPICE: 5/10

16

Shishito Peppers

Shishito peppers roasted to perfection, enhanced with smoked paprika, sea salt, and a touch of lemon.

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse
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Chocolate Mousse

Walnut crumble, Valrhona dark chocolate, salt and Carvalho Ribeiro Ferreira (Extra Reserve Portuguese Brandy).

  • Vegetarian
  • Pescatarian
Pera em Vinho do Porto
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Pera em Vinho do Porto

Poached pear in Barros 20 Year Old Tawny Port wine, infused with cinnamon and black pepper, served with a side of mascarpone.
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free
Pao de Lo de Ovar
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Pao de Lo de Ovar
Portuguese Creamy Sponge Cake

Portuguese sponge cake topped with berries, pine nuts and sheep milk cheese.

  • Vegetarian
  • Pescatarian
Pasteis de Nata
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Pasteis de Nata

Classic Portuguese custard tart topped with a sprinkling of cinnamon and powdered sugar, served warm.

  • Vegetarian
  • Pescatarian
  • Nut Free

Extras

Extra Butter

Side of Esporao Olive Oil

5

Portuguese Bread

  • Vegetarian
  • Pescatarian
Leitao Cocktail Toast

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Menu

Cocktails

Margaritas / Signature

Cucumber Basil Margarita

Cucumber Basil Margarita

Cucumber Basil Margarita

20

Cantera Negra Silver, St Germain, Cucumber, basil.

Passion Fruit Margarita

Passion Fruit Margarita

Passion Fruit Margarita

20

Cantera Negra Silver Tequila, Dry Curaçao, fresh passion fruit.

Margarita

Margarita

Margarita

20

Cantera Negra Tequila Silver, Dry Coracao, lime juice.

Spicy Margarita

Spicy Margarita

Spicy Margarita

20

Cantera Negra Silver Tequila, Dry Coracao, lime juice, Jalapeños.

Pineapple Mezcal Margarita

Pineapple Mezcal Margarita

Pineapple Mezcal Margarita

20

Illegal Mezcal, smoked pineapple, dry coracao.

Classics

Manhattan

Manhattan

Manhattan

20

Bib&Tucker 6 years aged bourbon, Carpano antica vermouth, Angostura bitters.

Old Fashioned

Old Fashioned

Old Fashioned

20

Amerano Cherries, Orange Bitters and a choice of: Scotch, Bourbon or Rye.

Daiquiri

Daiquiri

Daiquiri

20

Zacapa 23 aged rum, Lime juice and syrup.

Negroni

Negroni

Negroni

20

Hendrix Gin, Carpano antica vermouth, Tempus Fugit Grand Classico.

Martinis

Espresso Martini

Espresso Martini

Espresso Martini

20

Ketel One Vodka, Creme Cacao, Kahlua, Mr Black.

Vodka Martini

Vodka Martini

20

Ketel One, dry vermouth, olive brine.

Gin Martini

Gin Martini

20

Hendricks

Portuguese Inspired Cocktails

Porto Sour

Porto Sour

Porto Sour

20

Cachaca Velho Barreiro Diamond, Barros 20 Years, lime, maraschino cherries.

Amarguinha

Amarguinha

Amarguinha

20

Amarguinha, Almond Liqueur, Ketel One, lime juice, Coffee beans.

Fumo Negro

Fumo Negro

Fumo Negro

20

Port Negroni, Dos Hombres mezcal, Sandeman 10 Year Old Tawny Port, coffee infused Campari, Gran Classico, chocolate bitters.

The Port Tonic

The Port Tonic

The Port Tonic

20

Tanqueray Orange; Sandeman Fine white Port, thyme, fever tonic.

Amantes do Carvalho

Amantes do Carvalho

Amantes do Carvalho

20

Cantera Negra Silver, pineapple, CRF (Portuguese Brandy), amaro, nutmeg.

Fumo Branco

Fumo Branco

Fumo Branco

20

Sandeman Fine White Port, Dos Hombres mezcal, dry vermouth orange bitters.

Sangue Do Meu Sangue

Sangue Do Meu Sangue

Sangue Do Meu Sangue

19

Sandeman Tawny Port (10 yr), Bourbon, Cynar 70, chocolate bitters.

Almost Famous

Almost Famous

Almost Famous

22

Illegal Mezcal, Chartreuse , Aperol, lemon juice. served up

Spritz

Botanical Peach Spritz

Botanical Peach Spritz

Botanical Peach Spritz

20

Kettle One Botanical Peach, St Germain, lime, Sidonio de Sousa Branco Brut.

Campari Spritz

Campari Spritz

Campari Spritz

20

Aperol Spritz

Aperol Spritz

Aperol Spritz

20

Mocktails

Cucumber Agua Fresca

Cucumber Agua Fresca

14

Passion Fruit

Passion Fruit

14

Wine

Premium Bottles

160bottle

Esporão Private Selection 2019

Esporão Private Selection 2019

Dry, full-bodied red with notes of dark berries, spice, cocoa and cedar. Smooth tannins and a long, refined finish.

Varietals
Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca

Region: Alentejo

360bottle

Vinha Maria Teresa 2019

Vinha Maria Teresa 2019

Quinta do Crasto

From century-old vines on Douro’s steep schist terraces, this legendary field blend of over 50 native grapes unfolds with layers of blackberry, plum, spice and violets, framed by firm tannins, vibrant acidity and a long mineral finish. A powerful yet refined expression of one of Portugal’s most iconic vineyards.

Varietals
Field blend from centenary-old vines

Region: Douro

850bottle

Barca Velha 2015

Barca Velha 2015

Casa Ferreirinha

Portugal’s most iconic red. Complex, full-bodied, with layers of dark fruits, spice and refined oak. A rare and collectible vintage.

Varietals
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão

Region: Douro

195bottle

Quinta da Manoella VV 2021

Quinta da Manoella VV 2021

Sandra Tavares and Jorge Borges

From ancient vines in the heart of the Douro, this iconic wine delivers power and elegance in perfect harmony. Deep, full-bodied, and elegant – layered with dark berries, floral notes, balsamic spice, and mineral tension. Silky texture and powerful yet balanced. A true expression of place.

Varietals
Traditional Douro field blend from 100+ year old vines.

Region: Douro

130bottle

Quinta da Leda 2021

Quinta da Leda 2021

Casa Ferreirinha

Intense, very complex, full-bodied, smooth, structured tannins, long finish, with notes of ripe fruits, floral hints, cedar, and oak.

Varietals
Blend of Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cao, Tinta Roriz

Region: Douro

Red

20glass

82bottle

Niepoort Vertente 21 2021

Niepoort Vertente 21 2021

Elegant wine, fresh with notes of red fruits and a touch of minerality. Fine tannins and fresh acidity with a refined finish.

Varietals
Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca

Region: Douro

130bottle

Luis Pato Quinta do Moinho 2009

Luis Pato Quinta do Moinho 2009

Luis Pato

A benchmark old-vine Baga, showing dried red fruits, sour cherry, tobacco. Medium body with vibrant acidity and a long finish with subtle spice.

Varietals
100% Baga

Region: Bairrada

24glass

96bottle

Alicante Bouschet 2015

Alicante Bouschet 2015

Esporão

Full-bodied, velvety tannins, medium acidity, and complex flavors of black plums, dark chocolate, smoke, and leather, with subtle oak influence and warm spice undertones.

Varietals
100% Alicante Bouschet

Region: Alentejo

24glass

96bottle

Tapada de Coelheiros 2018

Tapada de Coelheiros 2018

Full-bodied, smooth tannins, fresh acidity, well-integrated oak. Notes of ripe black fruit, graphite, cedar and spice.

Varietals
Alicante Bouchet, Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: Alentejo

23glass

95bottle

Crasto Reserva Old Vines 2022

Crasto Reserva Old Vines 2022

Miguel Roquettes

Rich black fuits, floral notes, full bodied, well structured with oak spices.

Varietals
Blend of Old vine grapes

Region: Douro

120bottle

Simbolo 2015

Simbolo 2015

André Pimentel Barbosa

Full-bodied, dry, and intense with balanced acidity, spicy undertones, ripe fruit, and a long-lasting finish.

Varietals
Blend of: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca

Region: Douro

23glass

95bottle

Pintas Character 2021

Pintas Character 2021

Sandra Tavares

Full-bodied, vibrant acidity, firm tannins, layers of ripe berries, dark plums, violets and elegant minerality.

Varietals
Tradicional Douro field blend

Region: Douro

22glass

90bottle

Rol de Coisas Antigas 2019

Rol de Coisas Antigas 2019

Campolargo

Medium body, vibrant acidity, subtle oak. Notes of wild berries, dried herbs and earthy undertones.

Varietals
Blend of: Baga, Castelao, Trincadeira, Bastardo, Souzao, Alfrocheiro.

Region: Bairrada

White

18glass

80bottle

M.O.B Lote 3 Branco 2024

M.O.B Lote 3 Branco 2024

Moreira, Olazabal & Borges

Dry, white with aromas of white fruits, fresh herbs and mineral notes. Rich and textured on the palate, balanced by vibrant acidity and a long finish.

Varietals
Encruzado, Bical, Malvasia

Region: Dão

20glass

84bottle

Esporão Reserva 2024

Esporão Reserva 2024

Rich and elegant, aged in oak for six months, ripe stone fruit, citrus and spice.

Varietals
Blend of: Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro.

Region: Alentejo

22glass

90bottle

Muros de Melgaco Alvarinho 2023

Muros de Melgaco Alvarinho 2023

Anselmo Mendes

Bright and elegant, this wine offers vibrant citrus, ripe stone fruit, and subtle floral notes. Medium+ acidity adds freshness and precision, and it has spent a few months in oak. It has a long, mineral-driven finish.

Varietals
100% Alvarinho

Region: Vinho Verde

22glass

90bottle

Ilha do Pico Verdelho 2021

Ilha do Pico Verdelho 2021

Bernardo Cabral

Dry, light to medium-bodied from the volcanic soils of the Azores. Crisp acidity with notes of citrus, green apple. Saline, mineral finish.

Varietals
100% Verdelho

Region: Azores

22glass

90bottle

Guru 2024

Guru 2024

Sandra Tavares

Medium-bodied, high acidity, mineral finish, aromas of citrus, white peach and subtle oak.

Varietals
Viosinho, Rabigato, Gouveio, Códego do Larinho.

Region: Douro

22glass

90bottle

Palácio da Brejoeira

Palácio da Brejoeira

João Garrido

Bright and dry, featuring fresh citrus and green peach flavors. Medium acidity provides a lively structure, with a fruity yet crisp finish.

Varietals
100% Alvarinho

Region: Vinho Verde

23glass

94bottle

Ameal Reserva 2022

Ameal Reserva 2022

Quinta do Ameal

Dry and well-balanced, with medium body and soft oak influences. Notes of green apple and ripe apricot are supported by moderate acidity, creating a smooth and elegant finish.

Varietals
100% Loureiro

Region: Vinho Verde

Bubbles

19glass

76bottle

Branco Brut Nature

Branco Brut Nature

Sidonio de Sousa

Dry, crisp, and elegantly balanced with vibrant citrus notes and green apple undertones. A firm acidity carries through to a clean, refreshing, and long finish, making it an ideal celebratory sparkling wine.

Varietals
Maria Gomes, Arinto, Bical

Region: Bairrada

94bottle

Muros Antigo Alvarinho Brut 2022

Muros Antigo Alvarinho Brut 2022

Anselmo Mendes

Sparkling Brut Nature, very low sugar content, dry with high acidity, flavors of green apple, citrus and mineral notes with a refreshing finish.

Varietals
100% Alvarinho

Region: Vinho Verde

Rose

20glass

80bottle

Crasto Rose 2024

Crasto Rose 2024

Manuel Lobo

Elegant and refreshing Douro rose with delicate notes of strawberry, citrus and wild flowers, balanced by crisp minerality and a dry finish.

Varietals
Blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca.

Region: Douro

Port and Madeira

20glass

Niepoort 20 Years

Niepoort 20 Years

20 year Tawny Port, matured in oak. Layers of fig, toffee and spice, with balanced sweetness and nutty depth.

Region: Port

18glass

Moscatel Roxo de Setubal Superior

Moscatel Roxo de Setubal Superior

Fortified wine made from the Moscatel Roxo grape, intense floral and citrus aromas.

Varietals
Moscatel Roxo

Region: Península de Setúbal

16glass

Blandy’s 5 years Sercial Madeira

Blandy’s 5 years Sercial Madeira

Dry and crisp, with bright acidity and nutty notes.

Region: Madeira

20glass

CRF; Extra Reserva Brandy

CRF; Extra Reserva Brandy

Carvalho Ribeiro Ferreira

A premium aged Portuguese brandy, with notes of oak, dried fruit and vanilla, aging process in oak barrels, smooth and long finish.

20glass

Barros 20 Year Tawny Port

Barros 20 Year Tawny Port

A medium-high sweet with flavors of dried fruits, nuts, and caramel with a warm finish.

Region: Port

16glass

Andresen 10 Year Old White Port

Andresen 10 Year Old White Port

Álvaro van Zeller

A Medium-sweet 10 years white Port, with notes of dried fruits, honey, toasted almonds, long and smooth finish.

Region: Port

16glass

Blandy’s 10 years Verdelho; Madeira

Blandy’s 10 years Verdelho; Madeira

Medium-dry Madeira, aged for 10 years in oak casks. Notes of caramel, dried fruits, balanced acidity and nutty finish.

Region: Madeira

Orange

80bottle

Phaunus – Loureiro 2022

Phaunus – Loureiro 2022

Vasco Croft

An invigorating orange wine with bright acidity and a medium body. Displays layers of floral and citrus aromas, complemented by a subtle mineral undertone and a clean, refreshing finish.

Varietals
Loureiro

Region: Vinho Verde

Beer

Bottles & Cans

10

Rockaway IPA

Rockaway IPA

Rockaway

ABV: 5.5%

10

Super Bock

Super Bock

Super Bock

Stlye: Lager

ABV: 5.2%

Liquor

Whiskey Bourbon Rye

18

Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, Ireland

Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, Ireland

18

Makers Mark Whiskey

Makers Mark Whiskey

18

Knob Creek Rye

Knob Creek Rye

18

Bib Tucker 6 Years Bourbon

Bib Tucker 6 Years Bourbon

18

Bulleit – Bourbon

Bulleit – Bourbon

20

Woodford Reserve – Bourbon

Woodford Reserve – Bourbon

20

Eagle Rare – Kentucky Straight Bourbon – 10 years Aged

Eagle Rare – Kentucky Straight Bourbon – 10 years Aged

22

Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Whiskey Scotch Single Malt

39.00

Macallan 15y- Double cask

Macallan 15y- Double cask

22

Monkey Shoulder

Monkey Shoulder

20

Laphroaig 10 years

Laphroaig 10 years

22

Glenlivet 12 Years Single Malt Scotch

Glenlivet 12 Years Single Malt Scotch

32

Macallan 12y – Sherry oak

Macallan 12y – Sherry oak

20

Glenmorangie Single Malt

Glenmorangie Single Malt

22

Clermont Steep Single Malt

Clermont Steep Single Malt

Mezcal

20

Ilegal – Mezcal

Ilegal – Mezcal

20

Casamigo Mezcal

Casamigo Mezcal

Tequila

18

Cantera Negra Silver

Cantera Negra Silver

22

Casa Migos Reposado

Casa Migos Reposado

24

Casa Migos Anejo

Casa Migos Anejo

18

Don Julio Blanco

Don Julio Blanco

20

Casa Migos – Blanco

Casa Migos – Blanco

Vodka

18

Ketel One

Ketel One

18

Grey Goose

Grey Goose

18

Titos

Titos

Beverages

10

Carvalhelhos Portuguese Sparkling Water

Carvalhelhos Portuguese Sparkling Water

10

Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Pellegrino Sparkling Water

5

Club Soda

Club Soda

5

Diet Coke

Diet Coke

5

Coke

Coke

5

Ginger Ale

Ginger Ale

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