The gastronomic offer of Lisbon, “Europe’s Best Culinary Destination”, has just gained a new space: Real Pérola by Olivier. Located in the heart of Lisbon, next to Largo do Rato, this is where sophistication, contemporaneity and tradition go hand in hand.
Housed in a historic former bakery, the new restaurant immediately transports us to the glamorous atmosphere of the ‘roaring twenties’. However, don’t think that this is ‘just’ another fancy place. The concept is intended to be broader, in a true ode to seafood.
What can you find at Real Pérola by Olivier?
The menu is the result of a blend of creativity and respect for authentic, traditional flavors. As already mentioned, in each dish, the ‘treasures of the ocean’ are the protagonists. But there is something new here: the birth of a concept.
It’s a space that stands out from anything we’ve ever created. It’s an innovative concept in Portuguese gastronomy, a Snack-Mar where many dishes can be enjoyed with your hands. We want to pay homage to our sea and our ancestors with elegance and quality, both in taste and service,” says chefpreneur Olivier da Costa in a statement.
Some highlights of the menu
In this “snack-sea” there are oysters from the Algarve, the Sado, Aveiro and France. In fact, these are the ‘house silver’. Prices vary between €18 and €24.
For starters, you can find Amêijoa à Bulhão Pato (26€) and Camarão à Guilho (25€), among others. Moving on to the main courses, there are options for all tastes (and wallets). Some of the highlights include:
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Tuna Prego (21€)
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Truffled Scallops (25€)
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Royal Bun (35€)
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Seafood Rice (85€)
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King crab leg (95€)
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Or even meat dishes such as Beef Tartare (25€) and Olivier Steak (35€), among others
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For those looking specifically for seafood, there are Carabineiros (€39 a piece), Gamba da Costa (€18 a dozen), Lobster (€140 a piece), among others
To round things off, the indispensable desserts are also present with Quindim (€7), Mango Mousse (€8), Chocolate Cake (€8) and more.
Decor and organization of the space
As already mentioned, the décor is a strong focus of Real Pérola by Olivier, and its design is by Camilla Degli Esposti, an expert in interior spaces.
In general, there is a synchrony between luxury and authenticity, tradition and contemporaneity. For seafood lovers, here is a new space in the heart of Lisbon.
Address: Rua da Escola Politécnica 247, Lisbon
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to midnight