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Mon
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Tue
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Wed
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Thu
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fri
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Sat
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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Travellers' Choice 2024
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CUISINES
African
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner
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CUISINES
African
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
1,185 reviews
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217
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73
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Kevin H.
Corsham89 contributions
Oct 2024 • family
Wow - had been recommended by the owner/friend we had rented our apartment for the week from that this place was the “best steak in town”.
It is - and so much more !
Arriving mid-way through the second half of the semi final that England rugby so nearly beat South Africa and to watch it with 90% green jersied South Africans was great fun. The similarly attired but also face-painted waiters and waitresses were excellent at refilling the glasses and the standard fare for the evening (meat or fish platter) were superb and great value.
Once the game was lost the “springboks” started to flow (crème de menthe and Baileys - basically a green “Baby Guinness” !)
Went back in for dinner Monday night and it was rammed so we booked for Tuesday night and again it was superb.
The mussels starter was stunning, the mid-range Pinotage wine delicious and (for me) the Carpetbagger - a fillet stuffed with cheese, Tabasco and mussels was divine. The other 4 also loved their steaks etc and desserts were good too - had the Peppermint and am now struggling to decide later whether I have that again or the syrup sponge after tonight’s 24 hour pre-ordered Seafood Platter to share.
Really looking forward to that tonight and we have also booked for Friday night too !
Food and drink is all top notch and the staff are all very well trained and do a great job.
Cannot recommend highly enough and booking seems to be a must ???
Written 3 November 2024
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CheesyChips084
Nottingham41 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
Book in advance - we booked the day before, it is busy every night. This isn't just the best South African restaurant we have been to, this is the best restaurant full stop. Host and waiting staff are all absolutely lovely, helpful, just the right amount of attentive without being overly fussy. Seated on a table for 2 in the terrace, atmosphere was great. Hubby had the garlic mushrooms starter - he said he probably wouldn't finish it all because it was quite rich - then ate the lot and would have licked the bowl clean if nobody was looking! My starter was the Spicy Fillet Steak Patesca - absolutely perfect, it came with a lovely chunk of crusty bread for soaking up the lovely spicy juice. Just the right amount of kick. For mains, hubby had the fillet steak and chips - honestly the most impressive looking and tasting fillet ever. You don't even need a sauce, it just tastes amazing. He ordered the peppercorn sauce which comes on the side in a small jug and he hardly touched it because the meat was so tasty he didn't want to sully it! I had the chicken espetada and fries - again, perfect, you don't need to add any seasoning, it's just perfect. That came with a garlic dip and a small salad. Also vegetables for the table - what do you cook the carrots in?! I need to know! So delicious. Dessert: hubby had ice cream - 3 scoops of whatever flavour (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry), I had banoffi pie. This banoffi pie is AMAZING. Not sickly, not overly sweet. It is clearly made fresh to order - it had peices of banana in it, and you know how quickly banana goes brown after peeling which made this dessert even more impressive. Perhaps I have just been frequenting rubbish restaurants, but this place is seriously good. The house rose is delightful. I can't quite believe how reasonably priced it is either - we pay more locally in the UK for not as good! We have been spoilt by Bosmans Dolphin Restaurant. This is the standard to which all other restaurants (especially the fillet steak) will be compared to!
Written 20 September 2024
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Benjamin A
Leeds5 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
Everything from the service to the food was spectacular! The nicest people own and operate this place and it shows, everyone is so polite and helpful, it took us a while to choose as the menu was incredible and they were very patient and provided snack while we browsed! We ended up with the peri peri liver which was phenomenal, the garlic mushrooms which are some of the best we’ve ever had and the pork ribs… wow. 11/10 would recommend to anyway!
Written 11 September 2024
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George C
Shoeburyness46 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
This restaurant was recommended to us by friends - and so glad it was - we’ve been here twice in the last week.
I visited with my wife on both occasions - the 1st time we both went for the ‘Bunny Chow’ - a Sth African speciality tender chunks of lamb intensely flavoured served in a hollowed out loaf of bread. I always dread fatty lamb but I needn’t have worried - the lamb was melt in the mouth - so flavoursome - washed down with a bottle of Sth. African Pinotage - all absolutely delicious!
On the 2nd visit I started with calamari -slightly chewy but not in the rubber band league - could have done with 20 seconds less in the frier. For mains, my wife had chicken curry which was so rich and full of flavour. I had Sosaties - which are grilled chunks of fillet beef on skewers - the flavours were delicious. This time accompanied by a bottle of cab sav.
They also do a lovely pale ale and have a great selection of beers - hopefully we’ll squeeze in another visit before the end of our hols!
The staff are extremely attentive and the restaurant is run extremely efficiently - couldn’t ask for more really!
Written 15 August 2024
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Craig P
Lichfield17 contributions
Jul 2024 • family
First time we’ve been here and we were blown away, the food was just spectacular and I could genuinely eat there every night of our holiday.
I had prawns in mango sauce for starters which were excellent and you get a decent portion too. The wife had crumbed mushrooms which she absolutely loved
For mains I had the fillet steak which had been marinated in a fruity curry sauce, just a culinary delight and one of the best steaks I’ve ever eaten. The missus had the pork in mushrooms which she was equally impressed with, our other guests had the ‘Bunny Chow or the Bobotie(excuse my spelling) which they all also raved about.
I squeaked in the sponge pudding which was gorgeous too and all in all this was just a fab restaurant
Best dinner of our 2 week holiday… probably yes, amazing food 👌👌
Written 17 July 2024
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Smithythefish
Watford558 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
Yet another impressive meal at this wonderfully run family restaurant. We were welcomed by Wim with his usual South African swagger and shown to our table. It was our wedding anniversary and they’d fitted us in with a late reservation so we were very grateful to be back at our favourite restaurant in Luz. We were then served some fizz which was unexpected but a lovely gesture. We have the couvert together with the chicken piri piri livers which are just stunning. White wine, red wine, steak and curry all followed with incredible quality and taste. This restaurant has been a regular for the last ten years and never ever fails. Thank you to the chef, the tireless serving delightful staff and the owners for making our anniversary so memorable.
We look forward to returning next week.
🇿🇦 🥩 🍛 🍷 🥂
Written 2 August 2024
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Experiencing
17 contributions
Sept 2023 • family
The service is truly impressive, polite and friendly staff, they go above and beyond to make your experience one to remember, from topping up your wine the second a glass is low, to explaining in good details the flavours of a dish so you pick one that suits you best.
The chicken kebab is amazing, I have never had chicken so perfectly cooked before, amazing flavours & fantastic presentation.
Different meals were ordered on each visit and each time they certainly did not disappoint.
I cannot recommend this enough! If you’re in the area give it a visit, be sure to book in advance as of no surprise, they’re extremely busy!
Priced well for the quality of the food. I wish I had found this place sooner as I wanted to try the ribs, they looked amazing!
Clean & tidy inside, tables laid beautifully and matching uniforms on staff definitely give it a 5* feel.
Thank you!
Written 1 October 2023
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David F
Dublin213 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
Bring an appetite. This is very much meat and carbs heaven with a distinctive Sth African vibe. On a busy Saturday night in July a reservation is essential. Having been here before and well aware of the generous servings, we eschewed starters in favour of a simple, but very good couvert. My ribs were succulent and delicious while my other half’s beef sosaties were also given the thumbs up. A very nice Chardonnay met the booze nerd (yes I know it’s not red. Sue me) and we wandered into the night in search of ice cream. It’s not cheap by local standards but the quality and the service are excellent.
Written 16 July 2023
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mike eds
194 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
Ate here twice during our week stay in Luz. We were two couples, one a vegetarian. Firstly I have to compliment ALL STAFF, they are the most friendly, attentive and professional staff that we all have ever experienced. If your the owner and read this, there a credit to you. Give them a slap on the back.
As for the food it is honestly superb and 10/10. We all agreed on that from starter to main to desert. The chef and kitchen staff have to be praised as they are outstanding professionals and deserve to know that. Thank you for two nights of fantastic food and service. If in Luz you have to go here. Thank you all once again.
Written 3 August 2023
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Sue Y
3 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
Superb South African food for everyone who is looking for a little change from the traditional (delicious) local cuisine. We had the Bobotie and the Potjiekos and it was full of flavour! The red house wine went very well with our meal. We had the peppermint cake for dessert which was delicious. The service staff is extraordinarily attentive. Thank you for this evening, we will definitely come back! 10/10 at least!
Written 30 April 2024
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Clifford S
Newmarket127 contributions
Mar 2023 • couples
A fabulous place where you know your money is well spent. The fillet steaks are cooked perfectly accompanied by choice of potato and vegetables. Try either the peppercorn or blue cheese for dipping.
Impeccable service to complement a wonderful dinner.
Highly rated.
Written 16 March 2023
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John Northam
Billingham28 contributions
Sept 2023 • couples
We have been coming to Portugal for a number of years although this is our first time in Luz. Generally we have had good food whilst in Portugal but this is the first time we have been blown away by not only the food but the service. I can honestly say not only was the food the best I've eaten in Portugal but probably anywhere else I've visited in the WORLD! and what makes it even more appealing is the service from all members of staff. You are a credit to the restaurant world and I for one salute you, bravo.
Written 22 September 2023
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Compass18956969278
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • family
This was certainly one of the worst catches in Luz. Poor service and the employees were mouthy. They spilled wine everywhere and the food was not the best, I ordered pepper sauce ice sheet for cheese sauce but then they mix both sauces. 1/5 for my part, unfortunately you can not give lower grades. Zazoo is a better option.
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Written 1 November 2024
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LiDubai
139 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
I have eaten here on two separate visits to Luz this month. The menu is extensive and all the dishes we ordered were perfect. We had a South African lady in our company so decided to order five different SA desserts which we shared. All of them were super tasty.
We ate there on a Tuesday night and the restaurant was heaving not with tourists but with both Portuguese and Expats living in the area.
We were attended to by Jose who had the most beautiful manners.
Don't miss this restaurant but best to book so you won't be disappointed.
Written 24 February 2023
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michel h
8 contributions
Nov 2024 • friends
A horrible restaurant, the boss completely stupid and not commercial. The food not good, overcooked meat, burata hard as the table, we ordered another sauce for the meat and served with the original one (cheese with pepper sauce)..... Weird good idea!!!? The cook is as stupid as the boss!!
Then we received the bill without asking for it to throw us out. The boss insulted us on the way out by calling us racists.
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Written 1 November 2024
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