It was in early 2023 that Cascais' yellow street (specifically Afonso Sanches Street) gained a seafood bar named Sr. Manuel, in homage to the typical Portuguese grocery store that once occupied that space. Nearly a year and a half later, this modern brewery has a new look and a new menu — gradually introduced over the past few weeks, also designed by the renowned chef Miguel Laffan, already distinguished with a Michelin star.
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The foundation remains the same — seafood and brewery dishes with sophistication — but there are new flavors and textures to savor at the table. Such as the crunchy breaded shrimp in panko with basil mayonnaise (12€), spinach and ricotta croquettes (8€, for three units), braised veal croquettes (5€, for three units) or the impressive lobster hot dogs (22€).
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The big news in the main course league includes grilled Peniche squid with olive oil, garlic, and coriander (26€); seafood tagliatelle with saffron and champagne sauce (24€); and the homage to Cascais fish and seafood stew (18€), an enhanced and minimalist version of a Portuguese classic.
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It's worth accompanying your meal with some of the many signature cocktails coming from the bar to the dining area. Try the Orient Express (8€), made with basil syrup, lime juice, lychee liqueur and gin; the Red Mule (10€), prepared with lime juice, sugar syrup, red fruits, vodka, ginger beer and ginger foam; or a Rosemary Negroni (10€), featuring Campari, sweet vermouth, gin, rosemary foam and citrus.
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Finish your meal with the strawberry soup, fresh red berries, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream (6€); the banana banoffee pie (6€); or indulge in the upcoming hazelnut delight that is about to join the menu.
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Honey, I've changed the house
The space is now brighter - with a large skylight above a round table, featuring an orange-toned lamp that evokes the seafood, the restaurant's DNA. And right next to it, almost seamlessly, is the terrace, overlooking the yellow-painted street and under the increasingly present sunshine this time of year.
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The other room, where the bar is located, is more secluded, with darker tones, for those who prefer to enjoy Sr. Manuel in a more nocturnal atmosphere, right next to the counter where the cocktails are served. Several of the partners in this project are the same as those from the neighboring Malacopa, a Mexican restaurant, and Residente, dedicated to healthy food and brunch. The opening of a new concept may be coming soon.
Rua Afonso Sanches, 40, Cascais. 962 733 751. Sun-Tue and Thu 12.00-00.00; Wed 18.00-00.00; Fri and Sat 12.00-02.00