Name: Restaurante Zefa Carqueija
Address: Av. Campo do Castelo 46, Viana do Castelo, 4900-359
Telephone: +351 258 828 284
Price range: Moderately expensive

About Restaurante Zefa Carqueija

Stepping into Restaurante Zefa Carqueija on Av. Campo do Castelo in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, immediately signals a barbecue lover’s haven. The restaurant seamlessly blends the casual warmth of a neighborhood spot with touches of sophistication, offering a range of service options from cozy dine-in experiences to convenient takeout. Its menu is designed to cater to both a quick bite and a more leisurely meal, featuring small plates that pair perfectly with their carefully selected alcohol, including beer, wine, and hard liquor. Whether you’re in the mood for a robust coffee to kickstart your day or a late-night snack to satisfy a craving, this place has you covered. The private dining room provides an intimate setting for gatherings, adding a touch of exclusivity to an otherwise relaxed barbecue atmosphere. The culinary focus here is on bold, smoky flavors, with every dish crafted to highlight the essence of grilled perfection. The combination of approachable small plates and hearty offerings ensures there’s something for everyone, whether you’re stopping by for a quick solo meal or celebrating with friends. Drinks flow effortlessly alongside the food, making it easy to pair your favorite wine or beer with anything from a light appetizer to a satisfying main plate. The ambiance encourages lingering, and the attentive service complements the overall experience, making each visit feel personalized. Restaurante Zefa Carqueija balances comfort and culinary quality, making it a standout destination for anyone seeking a flavorful, well-rounded barbecue experience in the heart of Viana do Castelo, Portugal.

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Business Info

Service options

+ Takeout

+ Dine-in

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

+ Wheelchair accessible restroom

+ Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Coffee

+ Hard liquor

+ Late-night food

+ Private dining room

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Wine

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

+ Bar onsite

+ Restroom

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cozy

+ Historic

+ Quiet

Crowd

+ College students

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

+ Lunch reservations recommended

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

Parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Free street parking

+ Paid parking lot

Hour time open

Right Now :

Monday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM ,
05:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM ,
05:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM ,
05:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM ,
05:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM ,
05:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM

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+351 258 828 284

Av. Campo do Castelo 46, 4900-359 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Reviews

We had a great dinner. We ate a fried chicken and a grilled sea bream. Both were tasty but the part that made our evening extra special was our waiter - Perseu. He was so helpful and friendly. His English was excellent and he was such a joy. Our meals plus a bottle of wine was €32. Thank you Perseu for a wonderful evening!

- Catherine Etherington -

A wonderful dining experience. Queues out the door for takeaway, needless to say the Churrasco is exceptional. But the restaurant is seriously worth a visit. We enjoyed wonderful service and hospitality from the gentleman serving. The chicken was delicious! Served with pickled vegetables and chips. A spicy sauce on the side for a bit more pep. The service was intuitive, he anticipated our needs, was very friendly, yet not overbearing. Great value for money too. The food came extremely quickly (the restaurant is pumping out orders from the raging pit), if it was my business I'd slow the restaurant orders down a touch.... Just to get more drink orders from patrons, but that's just me. Anyway. A Viana mainstay. A delicious experience. Cannot wait to return.

- J D -

This is a two part business. One side is the kitchen, out of which take out food flows. There is standing room only for takeout, which was a sign of the quality. I ate in the sit-down restaurant and the quality vas nice. This is the first place in portugal where the rice was spot-on. Entree, beer and soup 13 euros. I have since my initial review, returned for both take out, and pizza. The chicken and ribs are both excellent for the price as the long lines can indicate. The pizza was good, same dough as their rolls, and cost 8 euros.

- J. wexler -