Midori - Sintra

There was no variation in using producrs . Most dishes were created by using Tuna . We would have liked a variation perhaps some meat . Desert was not impressive to a poit of a Micheline rating . However , service was impacable very professional .

It is relatively rare for a fine dining restaurant to exceed expectations. After all, such expectations are usually high and it is much easier to disappoint them. Before Midori, I can hardly remember the last time I experienced a restaurant that was so much better than expected. The food was excellent (in my opinion, much better than what is usually served at Michelin 1 star level the rating here is very conservative) and brought back the fondest memories of Japan. Undoubtedly cuisine of the highest standard, not Japanese Portuguese, but Japanese with Portuguese touches. But the service was on a completely different level. The professionalism and formal aspects of the service were on a par with any 3 star restaurant I have visited (and I have been to many), the warmth and friendliness were truly exceptional, and the information about the dishes and their links to Portugal was not just a marketing gimmick but helped to understand what the chef was trying to achieve. Add to that a very pleasant setting and (considering the quality) bargain prices, and you have a combination that is hard to beat. A real gem.

Wish I could give it 10 stars! Everything was delicious, creative, unique, special. We did the Yama 12 course menu. With wine pairing. So much food but everything so incredible that it’s hard to choose a favorite. The service was wonderful also. they were attentive in describing every course and chatting with us yet giving us time and privacy alone as well. We highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area.

Fusion done right the combination of Portuguese and Japanese flavours was executed flawlessly. While the fish and rice was not as consistently high quality as at a dedicated Japanese omakase, this is more than made up for by the quality and creativity througout the meal.

A night to remember. Beautiful experience with excellent food! Can’t recommend it more for romantic dinner.