Traditional Portuguese Cuisine
Merendinha do Arco serves traditional Portuguese food in Lisbon’s Baixa, near Rossio Square. Explore the menu, daily specials and prices before your visit.
Daily Specials
Dishes prepared with the time and care that tradition demands.
Fried cuttlefish fillets with rice and beans
12,90 €
Grilled sardines with salad
13,50 €
Cod fish cake with onions, herbs, eggs and potatoes with bean rice
12,90 €
Grilled salmon with boiled vegetables
17,90 €
What People Say
The opinion of those who visit us is our greatest pride.
"If you are looking for simple and good authentic Portuguese food then come here. The cuttlefish was tender and lightly fried but the rice and beans were a surprise. It was unexpected and so flavorful from such a simple side."
"It is everything you want in a local cafe, cosy atmosphere, perfectly central location, friendly helpful staff and best of all a refined menu that has been perfected and offers incredible value."
"We were looking for something more traditional than the tourist trap stuff. The food was simply delicious and served in the most unpretentious way. Highly recommend if you want real Portuguese cuisine."
"We both had the mixed fish plate — an amazing amount of fish served simply with boiled potatoes and salad. The fish was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Wonderful little gem in Lisbon."
"We thoroughly enjoyed the caldo verde and cod fish cakes. The rice and beans were outstanding. A truly authentic Portuguese experience. Not to be missed."
"Excellent, fresh fish and shells and sparkling house wine, and the staff were very quick, helpful and polite. One of the best meals we had in Lisbon."
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Address
R. dos Sapateiros 230, 1100-581 Lisboa