Chiado Restaurant

Chiado is one of those rare Toronto spots where fine dining actually feels fine. From the moment you walk in, everything is dialed in. The setting is elegant without trying too hard, the service is polished but never stiff, and the food is genuinely top class. Every dish tastes like it has been thought about, argued over, perfected, and then respectfully placed on your plate. And it’s the little things that really seal the deal. Your water glass is never empty. The staff somehow appear exactly when needed and disappear just as fast. At the end of the night, they don’t just say goodbye they walk you out, help you with your coat, and send you off like you’re family who did very well at dinner. Chiado doesn’t just serve a meal. It hosts you. Quietly confident, deeply delicious, and effortlessly classy. If this is fine dining, then yes please… we’ll take seconds.

A Taste of Portugal Tonight Tonight we visited a truly authentic Portuguese spot and it did not disappoint. We started with the grilled squid — super tender and flavorful (we personally would’ve loved just a touch more salt), and the tiger shrimp packed a serious punch 🔥 thanks to real piri-piri sauce. So heads up if spicy isn’t your thing! The flavor was fantastic, though we think butterflying the shrimp on the grill would have taken it to the next level. The grilled sardines were also a classic and well executed. For entrées we shared the Australian rack of lamb and traditional Portuguese cod. The lamb… WOW. Hands down the best we’ve ever had — incredibly tender, juicy, and truly melt-in-your-mouth. The cod was good too, though for our taste it might have been desalted just a little too much. Service was impeccable — very attentive and knowledgeable without being intrusive. And if you love wine, they’ve got a fantastic Portuguese wine selection Overall: a warm, authentic, delicious Portuguese dining experience. We’ll definitely be back.

We celebrated our anniversary here and everything was perfect! We are seafood lovers so we were very excited about the options on the menu. The server showed us different fresh fish that were available that night and explained how each would be cooked in great details. We ordered pan seared black scabbard fillet with risotto and the dry seafood soup with lobster and clams. Both were amazing!! The service was exceptional and we really enjoyed our night.

The service was exceptional, and the food was outstanding. Every member of my group, including myself, thoroughly enjoyed their selections. The atmosphere is elegant and serene. It offers a beautiful ambiance.

A beautiful gem of a restaurant. My friend and I enjoyed a relaxing and delicious dinner. The servers were all wonderful, so friendly and attentive! I had the monk fish as my main dish and it was fantastic! I will definitely go back next time I visit Toronto.

Not super vegetarian friendly (more of a seafood place), but truly appreciate them having a couple of options on the menu. To start with, the service was excellent and the bread was fresh. I tried the vegetarian risotto. I am used to more flavorful food, so even though it was prepared/presented well I wasn't a big fan. I also thought that the portion was on the smaller side. ( Tip for all restaurants: vegetarians need more volume, always) My partner loved their mussels and the chef's special cod.

I went to Chiado for lunch with a friend while visiting Toronto and we really enjoyed the experience. The waiters were extremely friendly, the atmosphere was classy and the food was great. If you like spots that make you feel like you’re in Europe, this is it. Loved it. Muito obrigada! Adorei a experiência!

We had an amazing experience at your establishment. We surely recommend. Let's begin with the service- AAA++++++ The staff were friendly, polite, attentive, accommodating and knowledgeable. The food - EXQUISITE in taste and presentation. Love!

I had the most incredible dinner at Chiado Friday night. We were met by the door by Albino Silva, who owns the restaurant. He very kindly helped me out with a parking issue I had encountered. The dining room is beautifully designed with lots of room between tables, so you never overheard your neighbouring tables. No obtrusive music either, making conversation and dining a great experience. The restaurant is straight out of Portugal. You could walk in and feel as if you were there. You will find things on the menu that you rarely see outside of Portugal, including the best Ascorda de Marisco you will ever eat, a dry bread soup with a terrific amount of seafood mixed in table-side. My wife had a delicious eggplant dish with feta to start and cod fish as her main course. I had the lobster and shrimp bisque, also deliciously creamy and flavourful. of course, I had the Ascorda for my main course, which had so much seafood I almost couldn't finish it. My wife had a beautifully poached pear for dessert and I had their Molotoff (a unique Portuguese Meringue Pudding) that you will rarely see outside of Portugal. The chef, Manny Vilela, deserves a Michelin star. Every dish was A feast for the eyes and tasted absolutely delicious, full of flavours. Chiado is my go to favourite place to go for a fancy night out. The best Portuguese food, ambiance and service you will find, in Toronto or elsewhere.

I was in Toronto for the 200K Princess Margaret Ride to Conquer Cancer and after 2 long days of biking, I was on the hunt for a fantastic meal and Chiado did not disappoint. It was the perfect capstone...nice, upscale, delicious Portuguese food and seafood. Based on the availability on the website, I was concerned + discouraged that I would not be able to get a table, but I was able to walk in and get a table without any issue. I started my meal with the Tiger Shrimp appetizer (Gambas Mozambique). They were accented with a delicious piri piri sauce and the overall flavor was phenomenal. Clams were my first choice, but they were out of them. For my main, I tried a special white flaky fish that they had from the Azores that resembles a perch. It was delicious! For dessert, I had the vanilla meringue dessert. It was good but by this point I was so full. The slice was huge, but the meringue just melted in your mouth. I really liked the wine list....they had vinos from the different parts of Portugal. I sat in the front part of the restaurant and enjoyed looking out the windows to people watch. Service was great! I highly recommend Chiado!

We got to experience, private dining. Our Christmas party/ end of your celebration was held here. We had fresh appetizers. For dinner I had the risotto. The wine was impeccable. We found out that the owner has his own vineyard, which was absolutely stunning. I recommend this for an intimate setting !

chiado is such a warm retreat. the staff was impressively attentive, offering to place our flowers in a glass vase - a thoughtful gesture that didn't go unnoticed. our table, though somewhat small, was perfectly adequate for our dinner for two. the coat check service was prompt and efficient. the cuisine was truly exceptional. my carpaccio starter was beautifully prepared, leading into a rich, satisfying lobster bisque. the monkfish main course was remarkable - so tender and full of flavor, presented with artistic flair. dessert brought delightful peras cozidas with a charming heart-shaped cookie that added a subtle touch of warmth. the restaurant maintained an elegant yet comfortable ambiance. the space was well-lit, and while chairs were positioned rather close together, a pleasant quietness allowed for easy conversation. particularly appreciated was the unhurried pace of our meal. the staff seemed to understand our desire to savor the experience without feeling pressured to conclude. as our evening ended, the heated lobby provided welcome comfort while awaiting our transportation - a final thoughtful touch that complemented the excellent dining experience we had enjoyed within.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ i'd come here again in a heartbeat!

Still one of Toronto's Best Portuguese restaurants. From first class service to the taste of every plate. Chiado is a signature destination in Toronto's College St District. The fresh fish is brought to your table and prepared perfectly. The additional menu items all are on point. Seafood here is what you want but they do have some beef and lamb options for those who are not as interested in the seafood. I had this unique dish called Dry Soup. A different version of the traditional Seafood stew but a different broth and soaking in bread. Simply scrumptious. The wine selection is massive and I would recommend asking staff for recommendations based on the meal. They will pair your dinner with the best selection of Portuguese wines based on your budget. The finishing desserts are also off the charts with classic poached pear to a Portuguese style tiramisu. Coffee and Port are a must. Classic atmosphere.

Have been coming here for years and they still maintain high standards around service and food. All 6 of us had a wonderful time and enjoyed everything from the service, to the wine, to all the delectable dishes, carefully prepared by the kitchen. They were also very good about taking note of our food allergies/dietary restrictions. I don't know our service name, but he was super attentive, but never hovering. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for fine dining. Can't wait to go back.

I was invited for a business lunch to this exceptional restaurant . The interior is warm and luxurious with a hint of subdued elegance. The menu has an excellent selection of fish & seafood prepared in many variations, not to mention fish is flown in from Portugal. The staff are attentive and the maître d as well as hostess provide a refined level of service . I thoroughly enjoyed Grilled filet of Grouper cherry tomato, jalapeño salsa and a Portuguese beer . The food was delicious and delectable. This is definitely on my list of restaurants to have a romantic & elegant dinner with my wife.

We came to the restaurant on Wednesday evening and we were greeted warmly by the staff. At this time, Summerlicious is in effect and there are price fixe menus (https://chiadorestaurant.com/menu/summerlicious/#lunch) available for guests. Without going into great detail, we had a wonderful meal. Our friends really enjoyed the personalized service we got throughout our time. Simply wonderful.

From 2018: What a wonderful find! We knew this would be a jewel of a restaurant after reading many glowing reviews, but we always approach a new (to us) restaurant with a bit of skepticism. This was wholly unnecessary! We were seated at a quiet table near the back and had the most helpful waiter. With a few questions from us about a few of the main courses, we chose the grilled squid and tomato watermelon gazpacho appetizers; cherne (grouper) with a pureé of chickpeas, passion fruit and spices, and skate fish on lemon coriander risotto with a tomato confit; ending with a dark chocolate dessert.

wow this meal was so good I had to bust out of retirement and post about it! Had the amazing opportunity to dine at Chiado a few weeks ago, my first real upscale Portuguese fine dining experience! I came with some colleagues so we were able to try many different dishes! Grilled Squid - this was more slimy than I'd expected Grilled Tiger Shrimp - this app was Squash and Roasted Pepper Soup Grilled Octopus Lobster Risotto - lobster was a little dry but risotto was SO GOOD All the desserts were super well made and came in all different presentations! Definitely can't go wrong with any of them if you have a sweet tooth

Chiado excels on many fronts: the customer service, the food, the ambience of the restaurant, and the high-quality dishes that you get. They truly excel when it comes to seafood and fine-dining experience (even for take-out!). We came for pick-up order (because dine-in was closed due to the lockdown at that time), and the awesome customer service was already shown right from the moment we entered the door. All the staff were super friendly and went above and beyond (even for a pick-up order), such as offering us to sit down and a drink while waiting. The inside of the restaurant was also very nice and had a classy, fine-dining atmosphere. In terms of the food, everything wow-ed us, especially the ginormous sizes of the seafood (especially the octopus leg and shrimps). Taste, freshness, portion size, and all aspects of the every dish were perfection. We ordered: - Arugula & Fresh Figs Salad with slivers of aged Lourais cheese, lemon & extra virgin olive oil - Grilled Octopus with red onion & sweet bell peppers salsa + roasted potatoes and vegetables - Monk Fish Loin with tomatoes, Madeira wine, and piri piri glaze + roasted potatoes and vegetables - Grilled Tiger Shrimps on Saffron Risotto - Pan Seared Skate Fish on Lemon Spinach Risotto - Vegetarian Risotto - SIDES: Sautéed rapini, asparagus The salad was fresh and the fresh figs added a nice juicy sweetness - perfect compelement to the naturally slightly bitter arugula. The sizes of the grilled octopus and shrimps were just wow. They were cooked very tender (especially the octopus). It was probably one of the best octopus dishes I've had. Every main dish came with a good amount of vegetables and carbs (whether it be potatoes or risotto). We tried 3 different kinds of risotto, and all of them were excellent. My favourites were the Saffron Risotto (aromatic, tasty, and felt like a comfort food with the mixture of soft rice and diced tomatoes) and Vegetarian Risotto (this contained a LOT of different kids of veggies - asparagus, rapini, spinach, snowpeas, carrots, red & yellow bell peppers). I highly recommend the Pan Seared Skate Fish - this was one of my favourite dishes at Chiado. The fish was SO soft and tender, and had a texture that was unique compared to any other fish. It was seared and seasoned perfectly. Another dish I recommend is the Grilled Octopus. Not only was the octopus leg ginormous and so soft & tender inside, but it also came with rapini, roasted mini potatoes, beets, sweet potato, carrot, and some other root vegetables. The red onion & sweet bell peppers salsa went really well with the grilled octopus. All the side vegetables were nice, not overly cooked, and not saucy or oily at all - just how sides are supposed to be. As a fine-dining restaurant, everything was definitely worth the price tag.

Came here on me and my dad's birthday on a Monday- it was pretty busy but service was amazing and the servers gave great recommendations! We ordered: Steamed Clams Carpaccio of Grouper Roasted Australian Rack of Lamb Grilled Octopus Pan Seared Sea Bass Natas do Ceu Peras Cozidas The clams were perfectly cooked and very tasty. I love Carpaccio but never had Grouper of it before and it was a very mild fish, thicker cut than I expected and dressed with well balanced acidic flavours. The rack of Lamb was so tender and cooked perfectly. The grilled Octopus is something I order at almost every restaurant and this was one of the best I've ever had! The thick cut tentacle was extremely tender and juicy, you have to order it! Desserts were a bit too sweet for us but thr Pear Dessert is very unique and great presentation. Can't wait to come back one day!

Best seafood in Toronto. This was my 2nd visit in a month, as it is great for special occasions. It is pricey, yes, but the portions are good. My new go to for seafood and special occasions. I don't understand people complaining about the food lacking flavour. Seafood should not be overpowered and flavouring needs to be subtle to allow the fish to be the star. Last night, I tried the entrees of each of my family members and each was amazing. We had the salted cod, monkfish, Nova Scotia lobster and skate and all were amazing. Add that the service is top notch and the wine list is extensive with many portages wines that you may never have tried, but end up being great.

Celebrated my mom's birthday here and had a fantastic experience. I loved their paintings! The restaurant felt authentically Portuguese. The wines were tremendous, our waiter was awesome and fun. The main entries were delicious, the seafood were cooked correctly and their sauces were really good. The chef sent us complimentary housemade cow cheese slices with balsamic and honey which was incredibly soft and easily the best cow cheese I've ever eaten! I can still taste it. I hated the appetizers - this place needs to include some family style shareable apps. The ones we ordered "for the table" after consulting with the waiter were not appropriately portioned and none were really shareable. The grilled squid was bitter and had too much char in some pieces making it inedible. The sardines were fine and the mussels in white wine was just okay (I've had better). All in all, the apps tasted like they were cooked by an amateur while the entries and wines saved the day. I will be back but will not recommend Chiado for big groups. They don't really have anything that can be shared by families and they are going to lose a lot of business with this strategy.

Easily my favourite Summerlicious 2022 dinner menu. For $75, it makes such an expensive experience like chiado affordable for mere peasants like my broke student self. The seafood was exceptional, service good, wine delicious and fairly priced, and best of all, they have complimentary olive oil and bread basket.

To expensive, not enough food on the plate. As a Portuenses person we like our food and a lot of it.

Food is really really average. What frustrated me even more is the service. Super super slow. The vibe is older, like 55+. Would not recommend for a date spot.

If you like seafood this is a great option. The fish was fresh and the spices were subtle, but tasty. They also had a great selection of Portuguese wines. We went for my wife's birthday and they brought out a nice desert with a candle and two complimentary glasses of desert wine. I would definitely visit again.

Chiado is a Portuguese restaurant with mainly seafood on their menus. And they do it so well! It's one of those beautiful and elegant restaurants for special occasions. My recommendations are: Grilled octopus - The texture of the octopus is so tender! And seasoned perfectly! Pan seared loin monkfish with glaze of piri piri - Monkfish has a slightly chewier texture compared to regular fish and I really enjoy that. The piri piri sauce is the highlight! Nova Scotia Lobster on risotto of saffron - generous chunks of fresh lobster on a bed of delicious risotto! Assorda (dry soup) with monkfish, lobster, shrimp and clams - each spoonful is filled with chunks of seafood!!! Salmon was good too but not a stand out compared to the rest. Of course dessert is also beautifully presented and delicious! Natas do Ceu - It's deconstructed Portuguese traditional dessert natas. Just as good as the normal thing! Molotof - The size of it is impressive! But it's so airy that most of it is not actually food. Lol! Tarte de Peras com Mascarpone - This is probably my favorite! Light and fresh pear tart!

I was very excited before trying this place, some of my friends told me that they are the best seafood restaurant in the area, so I decided to give this place a try for winterlicious. We arrived at 5pm, the place is pretty empty. We were handed a basket of assorted bread and bread crisps, and the server came to add olive oil in our dishes. I was starving so I ate them all in few minutes. Fun thing about this restaurant is, their cheaper lunch has LOTS OF same items as the dinner menu, so we decided to go with the options which are not available for the lunch menu to make it most worthy. I went with Sea scallops for appetizer, rack of lamb for entree and ginger cake for desserts. 1. Sea Scallops, white asparagus puree, candied orange - It came with 2 big pan seared scallops on very fragrant white puree. The sweetness of the red sauce balanced very well with the scallops, I finished it super fast because it was way too delicious, and I dipped my bread into the puree to finish that too. 2. Australian Rack of Lamb, rapini mousse, Douro red wine jus - before this dish was served I was about to give this place a high score, but this lamb was just, disappointing. I love lamb and I always try to order lamb in lots of restaurants, I understand that lamb flavor is unique and cannot be compared to much of anything else, and a good lamb dish combines flavours, juiciness and softness. However, I don't know if it was intended or not, but the herbs used for the lamb chop make the smell unbearable, it was WAY TOO SALTY and it was WAY UNDER COOKED. I would not recommend it at all. We finished our entree for like good 25 minutes, but the server just skipped our table and never came to collect our dishes, thank god we were not in a hurry, I find their service very bad, its not a big place, and they have lots of staff, I just don't understand why their waiters just not so professional. Overall, I only enjoyed my appetizer, I didn't enjoy the entree nor the desserts, and I didn't like the service at all. It's indeed not an expensive dinner for such a restaurant, so I shouldn't be complaining, but still I hope their real menu is much tastier.

So I decided to finally try this place out. A Portuguese restaurant located in the College and Davenport area. Nice decor slightly old world and modern design. Lots of interesting painting on the walls and decorative design. Bistro style if you will, with an open Kitchen concept. On to the food. Started off with a bottle of white wine that they recommended. It was good..clean crisp pinot grigio. Also they gave us some complemtarty cheese to start. We ordered the Rack of Lamb and the Skate fish with risotto. One of the waiters came by with a tray of fish and explained what the fish specialties were. It was pretty unique and interesting. Rack of lamb was served medium rare and was good. Portions were ok as they were 3 thick pieces of Lamb on the bone served with vegetables. The Skate wing was served on risotto and was very nicely cooked. not over cooked with the right texture.To be honest, i was surprised with the dish and i would highly recommend it. Dessert was a cream Natas do Ceu. It was nice, kind of like a tiramisu. Finished off with espresso. Overall i would say that this restaurant was good if you wanted to splurge and have a fancy dinner out. The only thing that was a little fustrating was the service. The waiters and bussers were effieient but they seemed too busy.. maybe put on more staff? Anyway, it is worth a try for the fish and maybe the other seafood.

I cannot even begin to describe how disappointed I was with Chiado. We came here during Summerlicious lunch, we ordered Lobster & Shrimp Bisque, Saffron, Armagnac and Salmon & Grouper Ceviche, Avocado, Pineapple, Cucumber to start. The appetizers and bread that came with the table were both really good, but when it came to the mains, we were sorely disappointed. We ordered the Grouper & Shrimp Risotto, Saffron Fresh Tomato and the Pan Seared Skate Fish on Lemon Coriander Risotto, Tomato Jalapeno Confit. They were just mediocre with no distinctive flavor. In addition, for the price point, the seafood did not taste fresh at all. The dessert was also just ok. I personally found the paintings in Chiado a little dark and disturbing. The servers were also snobby and rude. Needless to say I will not be going back.

I finally get the opportunity to try on the highly rated Porteguese restaurant, Chiado. The first thing that impress me is that the restaurant offer Valet parking. It is very tough to find a single parking spot on College St. Once we entered the restaurant, we got greeted warmly to our table by the manager. We ordered lobster bisque and piri piri shrimp for the appetizers, lobster risotto and grill grouper fish for the main, and trio gelato for the dessert. We agreed the quality of the food is fresh, but i personally don't enjoy too much butter and cheese favor in the meal, so I personally might not go back to the second time. The mango, coffee and chocolate gelato is the most surprise course in the whole dinner, well presentation and great taste and favor. Give it a try, and it is a great restaurant as other yelpers mention.

One of my favorite cuisines is Portuguese and have been wanting to try Chiado. Went with four other people so we were able to order different dishes, share, and try few items from their menu. We ordered the monkfish, salmon, octopus, assorda, and lobster on risotto for our main dishes. Portions were big and each main dish is definitely enough to satiate one person. Plus they give you complimentary bread for the table. Everything that we ordered were delicious and all seafood tasted fresh. Flavors were good but only negative comment I can say is that I did not get strong Portuguese cuisine from the dishes, it is mostly seafood dishes done very well. We also ordered desserts (Pear Tart, Molotof, and Natas do Ceu) and they were all light and not too sweet. Good ending to our meal. And service was absolutely wonderful. From the person who greets you in front and asks if you want to check in your coat to the waiter, everyone was polite and helpful. Didn't realize this restaurant has been around for 28 years or atleast that's what the FOH said. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for great seafood dishes. The ambiance is sophisticated but relaxed, most of the customers when we went there on a Saturday night were older (nothing wrong with that!). Probably not a place to go to if you are looking for a "happening" and lively place.

We have been going to Chiado a few times a year for special occasions for decades. We live close by, so the temptation is there! It has been one of the top (if not the top) Portuguese restaurants in Toronto for a very long time. We always felt the splurge was worth it: the food (seafood; açorda; fish; meat; desserts; and the great selection of Portuguese wines!); the service; though the ambiance is a bit old, it was charming and old-school Portuguese. We loved it (we are Portuguese) and recommended it loudly and proudly to all visitors and quite a few neighbours looking for a great restaurant to celebrate special occasions. Not anymore, unfortunately. The last few times we've been there, we found the prices just way too much and the portions much smaller (especially my favourite--the seafood açorda--which we used to share for two people, now is just enough for one person but *way* more expensive!). The açorda was also very salty and the flavours weren't subtle anymore. Maybe they are trying to compensate for the small size by "packing a punch" in the flavouring... I don't know, but that's not what an açorda should be. We know the owner owns the building (and other restaurants), so why jack up your prices so much? Why not make them decent to have more traffic/clients?

Simply amazing! I've never had Portuguese food before so I had to put my fate completely in the hands of my waiter. Orlando was awesome. He brought a selection of fresh seafood to the table and explained a little but about each fish. Half the platter was fresh flown in from Portugal. I had something called "Tile" (which I'm sure is misspelled) with cherry tomatoes and jalapeno peppers. It was one of the best meals I've ever had. Orlando suggested a wine pairing that was perfect. We finished with the flan dessert. Truly the most unique and tasty dining experience. It is something I will remember for years to come.

Went there for 2015 summerlicious dinner ($45) Location/Environment: Went there on a Sunday, surprisingly not too many people. Street parking is available (but carpool would be best to avoid issues). There's a lot of artwork inside the restaurant (I'm not too much into art, but they all look very nice). We sat at the corner by the window, which was perfect since it was a group of 5. Service: Our waiter was fantastic - he was funny, friendly and really made the dinner enjoyable. He recommended us a Portuguese white wine called Pinho Real. It's very good - light, sweet and only exclusive to their restaurant. The restaurant is a little bit upscale - so there were more staff available and serving you and they were all nice as well. Food: Appetizer - Goat Cheese, eggplant, portabella mushrooms, champagne vinaigrette Surprisingly good. I loved how you can distinctively taste all the flavours, and it doesn't clash with each other. Note the goat cheese is a little strong for those who aren't into cheese that much. But I really liked the mushroom - very soft and easy to eat. Main - Pan Seared Skate Fish on lemon coriander risotto I'm not a fan of risotto - but it had skate fish, so I had to try. The skate fish was grilled very nicely on the outside; it has a grilled chicken taste to it. The meat inside was perfect - soft, not dry, boneless. I really enjoyed it. The risotto was not bad too. It was a good combination with the fish. Dessert - Molotof, flan of eggwhies, crème anglaise This is a Portuguese dessert, which is fluffy whipped egg whites. It was not bad first time trying it. There was a lot of honey/syrup around the molotof, which made it very sweet - a little too sweet for my tasting. Overall it was a very nice dinner. A bottle of wine, good food, friends and chatting it up with the waiter really made it an enjoyable experience.

Came here for Winterlicious Lunch ($33 per person pre-tax and tips). Delicious food and attentive service, would recommend! Many options to choose from for appetizer, entree, dessert! My boyfriend and I had the following: Appetizer Grilled sardines, lemon, garlic, extra virgin olive oil - great grilled flavor Tartar of Salmon, avocado mousse, fresh apple - refreshing starter, you will like it if you like japanese salsmon sashimi! Main Grilled Squid, roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables - squid is creamy and not chewy at all! Comfit of Duck Leg, white bean and rapini casserole, port wine sauce - great portion and the skin is crispy Dessert Chocolate Bourbon Cake - wish the portion is a little bit bigger, but it's chocolaty and I really like the sauce. Molotof - it is a very light dessert (kinda foamy), not for my personal taste, but it is interesting! *bread and olive oil was also served with the meal **weekend lunch is only available during winterlicious, normally they are only opened M-F for lunch.

Chiado is exceptional in everyway. From the minute you walk in, this beautiful restaurant just has a special feeling about it. The staff is incredibly professional and knowledgeable about the food and the beverages providing an experience that is truly incredible... Needless to say, the service from Tony C was absolutely amazing as always! The food is fine dining at its best and you will not be disappointed. Whether it is a date night or a special event this is definitely worth trying out. Highly recommend this gem of a restaurant. If I could , I would definitely adjust the rating to a 10 star! C

Mediocre food, terrible service. when we had a complaint the waiter blew us off, and offered no solution. Overpriced for quality and quantity of food. will not go back. Ambiance was ok, but noisy

A posh and stylish restaurant in little Portugal. Offers up a vast seafood menu that goes beyond salmon. Waiter brought the daily catch to our table so we could survey the fish at a closer glance. Service was prompt and dutiful and everyone was very nice and professional. It's a stylish place so make sure you get dressed up for it! Great for date night, anniversary, birthday or special occasion!

Great food, we had grouper and a seafood platter for appetizers which included Lobster, Octopus & Shrimp in a citrus, tarragon aioli. The appetizers were excellent and were well cooked and had just the right amount of seasoning. We also ordered steamed mussels which were great, once again at the right temperature and great flavor. The grouper was nice and thick and had a lot of seasoning which I thought really added to the flavor. We also had monkfish which was considered okay. The ambiance was great and we would definitely recommend this place!

Spectacular attentive service. High quality and fresh ingredients. Neighborhood was not particularly appealing. Interior decor was comfortable. Very detail oriented staff, and food well garnished and plated. Fine dining establishment that's cozy and comfortable to settle into. The food was 3.5 but the impeccable service kicked it to a 4 star rating. Food was fresh, large serving sizes which I found surprising given it's a fine dining venue. Appetizers can be quite pricey. Easily a $350 bill for four without wine. Server knew their dishes inside and out. Provided detailed explanations, though recommendations or portion size control suggestions were lacking. The plating and overall appearance was pleasant though not artistically intricate. Appetizers were phenomenal, delightfully flavorful, and extremely fresh. Mains I found a little on the bland side. Assuming it was to bring out the natural tastes of the jewels of the sea, but candidly speaking, did find the texture and overall dish a little rough on the edges. Would go again but would prefer just a wine and appetizers outing instead.

Honestly? I can't remember nothin' about this meal. I know we both had seafood, I had the fish, she had the seafood stew. And fools ask why we carry cameras to every restaurant. Is that long enough of a review for some UFC's? . . . No seriously. It cost... a million sheets of funny Canadian monopoly play money but I clearly remember sighing a huge relief after converting back to what was then "real" greenbacks. Chiado was a haute Portugese? joint I found thru the friendly folks at http://www.lthforum.com . The fine foodie in Chicago claimed it was the best thing since Ponderosa. With that vision of grandeur, it was the one fine meal we hoped for while road tripping. The food was just meh. From the pix, it looks well plated, we had good bread and I got the grouper. To this day, I usually default to grouper if nothing from the Osteichthyes class looks interesting on the menu. Thinking back, I shoulda knocked out a few more drinks at Alto Besso and checked out the local "talent" with the wad of cash I had. BTW, is it ok to tip $1 coins? Do the strippers mind when you throw dollars at them?

I had a great time..... everything was perfectly executed! I tried the summerlicious menu and I really like the grilled squid and salmon ceviche... refreshing and delicious. The deserts are amazing, molotof is light and fluffy. The white chocolate creme caramel is amazing. We'll definitely come back to try their regular menu!

I'm sorry to hear about your other restaurant closing, I had an opportunity to try your restaurant and I did find it difficult to understand your staff, the bald man not wearing an apron was very pleasant but he seemed to be a little slow, the dish I had was extremely salty. The wine choice was very pricey, I saw one wine I recognized on the menu for $60 and I saw it in the liquor store for $8.95. I wish restaurants would operate with integrity and appreciate their customers and not try to rob them while dining out. I give this restaurant 1 out of 5 for blatantly trying to rob from their so called guests. Shame on you Chiado. I wish you luck but I predict a downward shift in business and I predict by March you will have reached your lowest point in business and might need to resort to another low point of groupon or coupon cutting.

Still a fan of this place and had quite a good meal, but had to do a server switch-a-roo to ensure that. I've been to Chiado many times and delight in the server coming over to describe the fresh fish offered that evening, the way it is prepared and its accompanying sides. The guy we first had just pointed to the fish and named them...I was trying to show off this restaurant so when I grilled him for more fish detail, he was clueless "oh they are served with starch and vegetables...the chef chooses day to day"...well we want to know today! So I quietly called over the guy who seems to run the show, he suggested two dishes, gave us half portions of two of the fresh fish with half portions of their sides, too. It was great. The experience was saved. Chiado, I like you - but make sure all your staff are up to par...because eating with you isn't exactly cheap.

Definitely deserve a solid four star review. Me and my friends came here for dinner on New Years Eve. When we arrived, they checked our coats in and showed us to our table. Menu : the menu is comprised of mostly fish and seafood. There was also a wide selection of daily fish in addition to the items in the menu. Our server showed us a plate full of fresh daily fishes (at least 8 different kind). Food : Decent portions. The highlight was definitely Assorda (dry soup) monkfish, lobster, shrimp and clams ($45). It was so rich and creamy with loads of seafood. The shrimps were no normal size shrimps, they were tiger shrimp! There was also a good amount of lobster meat in it. Service : it was alright, nothing beyond expectation. Because it was new years eve, they handed out "happy new years" props and free champagnes for the count down. It was a memorable night to end 2015.

Summerlicious Review Came here for lunch, and was VERY pleased with the food. Ordered: -Sardine appetizer: came with peppers and grilled onions. The combination was delicious, and the sardines were cooked well -Skate fish & risotto: it was my first time having skate fish. It was great, so I kind of regret waiting this long. The risotto was good too. Again really liked the combination -White chocolate creme brulee: this was my least favorite of the 3. If I had skipped the dessert, I probably would have given this place 5 stars Also, tried the wife's squid dish. It was cooked perfectly... maybe the best squid that I've had. Her dessert wasn't that great either though. I will be back to try the regular menu.

One of the best winterlicious I tried thus far. I never really like winterlicious menu, usually it's pretty mediocre. It is in the higher price range of Winterlicious at $45. I had sardines as starter and black cod as main. The cod was very tender and nicely flavored. I really enjoy my meal. However, one of my friends had lobster bisque as starter, and he thought it was bland. And, he had squid as a main, which he thought was the size of a starter. :/ everyone's a critic. I thought the service was great too.

My boyfriend and I came here for Winterlicious this past Saturday. Despite the fact that somehow the online booking system malfunctioned and we DIDN'T have our proper reservation time of 1pm (I called ahead of time to confirm my worst fears), they graciously accepted us after pushing our time a little later. The people on the phone were curt but helpful, and as I'm usually very prompt with reservations, I was really upset to find out they couldn't find our names on the list. That being said, booking for Winterlicious was crazy and I probably should have called. When we came in on the first Winterlicious Saturday for lunch, it was busy. Very busy. Winterlicious busy and gross outside, so probably with walk-ins as well. That being said, we waited maybe 10-15 min for a table with no reservation ("Just come in, don't worry") and were seated much quicker than I was expecting. The waiter was quick, kind, and knowledgeable and after looking at the Winterlicious menu for well over a week, I knew exactly what I wanted. We were given yummy, fresh bread to start with the most wonderful olives I've ever tasted. I am usually put off by how salty olives are but these were soft and doused in the yummiest olive oil (with some on the side as well), that I've tried in a while. It's possible we dipped the entire bread basket over the course of the meal. We ordered the grilled sardine and the grilled octopus/calamari to start. It's unfortunate we shared because while the sardine was great, the calamari was unbelievable. "So THAT'S what it's supposed to taste like.." I said. We also ordered some wine - a suggested glass of red and white (though the names escape it) - very good stuff and cheaper for Winterlicious ($9 and $8) than the stuff on their regular menu. For the main, I had the salmon and my boy had Tile fish - and since he's a salmon lover I was surprised when he said he loved his much more than mine. That being said, I was thrilled with my dish and the plum chutney, beets, and small salad underneath. The fish was great. The dessert was okay - we got some sort of chocolate/strawberry cake - but the highlight was my boyfriend's Americano, which was so good he said he hasn't had anything quite like it since we came back from Europe. The waiter made a mistake on our check, charging us for the dinner, but was so quick to fix it when we pointed it out that it was unbelievable. The service is absolutely incredible. We would go back just for that. He offered to have a new coffee made for my boyfriend since he was still finishing his wine and "it might have cooled". It's kind of nice being treated like royalty, and the dishes literally coming out within a minute of you finishing the current dish. Timed like magic. Never experienced before, nothing will live up to this again.

I'm very happy with the winterlicious experience at Chiado. We ordered scallops and grilled squid as the starters. They both are very fresh. The sauce of each dish is delicious. I didn't find the grilled squid bitter or over charred. For main we ordered cod and lamb chop. The fish is fresh and the cut of lamb is good quality. I'm more impressed with the lamb chop. It's so tender. For dessert I love the white chocolate citrus mousse cake as it's not overly sweet. Overall I recommend Chiado for winterlicious. The menu provides many options with good value. Service is also good. We have been to Chiado for several times over the past couple years. Happy to see the quality of food and service is consistent.

This was my second visit to Chiado and the experience was even better this time. If you enjoy fish, this is a great place to come for a good variety, served fresh, cooked to perfection and presented with simplicity and elegance. After being seated by the gracious staff, we were given a bowl of black olives and some crusty bread with virgin olive oil for dipping to get us started. Shortly after that, the waiter came by with a platter of various types of fish available on the menu. This was a nice touch as you get to actually see the fish before it is prepared. They also brought a lovely amuse-bouche of fresh cheese and balsamic with a delicious dollop of rosemary infused honey. I ordered a superb duck confit as an appetizer. I was expecting a much smaller portion but my husband was happy to assist me in finishing it. There was a generous amount of tender duck meat wrapped in philo pastry topped with candied orange. The madeira wine sauce was the perfect accompaniment to make this a completely memorable dish. For our mains, he had the monk fish in a piri piri sauce. I had the Assorda, a dry soup of lobster, shrimp, clams and monk fish. Totally different types of meals. Both were amazing. The staff were very attentive and made this a lovely evening for us. We are planning to treat my parents here for their anniversary. I know they will love it as much as we did.

I recently had the Summerlicious lunch here and it was amazing from the attentive service to the fresh seafood. For the appetizer, I had the goat cheese with eggplant and portobello mushroom. The dish was a great balance with melted goat cheese and acidity from the tomato. For entree, I had the skate fish with lemon risotto. The fish was very meaty and flavourful. It was like the pulled pork of the sea. The fish was fresh. The lemon from the risotto really lightens the palette. The final dessert was Molotov which is an egg white meringue sided with some strawberries. It was a bit on the sweet side but the presentation was beautiful with a molasses art piece.

Came to this lovely place during summerlicious and I just fell in love with everything of it! Its hospitality, its atmosphere, and of course above all, its amazing Portuguese food!!! The servers are very very kind and friendly. The restaurant is not big but very nice decorated and artistic. The food is definitely a delicacy!

I needed a place to take my Valentine and saw this place on Open Table so I decided to give it a shot and book a reservation. The doorman greeted us at the door and took our coats. We could tell he took his job very seriously when he asked for our names and immediately knew where to sit us down. The interior was very classy with modern art, books, dim lighting and spacious table all filling up the area. I was happy to see the ambiance was relaxed and not very noisy as I really wanted an intimate evening with my girlfriend. The place has a very extensive wine list and we both ordered a glass of white. Before we placed our food orders, one of the waiters came around with a plate of fresh fish to show us everything that was available for the day. I thought that was a nice touch even though I wasn't craving fish that evening. We decided to skip the appetizers and I went straight for the lobster with risotto dish. the lobster was cooked well but the risotto was really the star. The cook and seasoning of the rice was superb! My girlfriend ordered the striploin steak and really loved it too. The fries that came with her dish was superbly cooked, crispy on the outside and warm and fluffy on the outside. I should also mention that while we waited for our mains, they gave us complimentary slice of goat cheese with balsamic drizzle on the side. I love goat cheese so I was really happy about this! Overall, the service was very professional and attentive. Lastly, we both decided to go for dessert. I ordered a poached pear while my girlfriend got the creme brulee. I really liked the cook of the pear and the flavours of cinnamon and saffron that it had. Tjhis was a great experience and I definitely recommend this place to anyone who really liked seafood and Portuguese cuisine :)

My friend and I were missing the food from our Portugal trip from last fall so we came here for a summerlicious lunch. The place is small and cozy, and the servers/hosts were very attentive. You're served with black olives, bread, and olive oil first. Appetizer: - tartar of salmon, avocado, apple: small in portion, very fresh due to apple bits - grilled sardine: bigger in portion, very fishy and sardine-y lol Main: - grilled squid: the squid is super tender and soft! A bit too salty for my liking but loved it regardless - skate fish with lemon coriander risotto: this was delicious! The fish and risotto went very well together. Dessert: good, but nothing extraordinary (please note that I'm not a big fan of sweets - kinda wished they had less sweet and more refreshing options) I appreciated the 3 wine selection on the summerlicious menu so I didn't have to flip thru their long wine list =p I got Loios Alentejo white and it went very well with my food. Really enjoyed my experience at Chiado, it made me feel like I was back in Portugal :)

The fish bouillabaisse was fresh, and prepared with delicious ingredients. Service was excellent.

From the summerlicous menu: Cod fish cakes (can't remember the exact name of the dish): they were unimpressive and tasted like a mix between a potato croquette and a fish stick. Salmon ceviche: I've had lots of ceviche in the past, from many countries, so I have a point of reference. Ceviche is supposed to be marinated in lemon (or something else with high acidity) together with veggie bits (like onions and whatnot), and seasoning. Chiado's "ceviche" was merely chopped bits of raw salmon. The veggies were not incorporated, and the salmon was not marinated. Probably should NOT call it a ceviche. I wouldn't even call it a deconstructed ceviche, nor an interpretation. It had no identifying characteristics of ceviche. Dourada (sea bream): Blackened white fish. It was alright. nothing impressive. Skate fish: This was the better dish of everything we tried. However, the risotto was watery. Ginger cake: no thanks Chocolate cherry tart: meh. Veredict: would not come back