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Malacopa Taco Bar

Restaurant Bar Mexican restaurant Taco restaurant South american restaurant

👍👍 My husband and I have been here many, many times. The staff is always friendly and the food never disappoints. Really enjoy the refreshing and potent margaritas! The guacamole is very nice as is any shrimp tacos and the tinta de pollo is great . We’ve had all the desserts and love them all! We... People often mention tacos, good, Mexican, great, service, staff, friendly, Great, atmosphere, drinks,


Address

R. Afonso Sanches 38, 2750-282 Cascais, Portugal

Website

www.malacopa.pt

Contact

+351 967 643 319

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (850 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: tacos (25) good (16) Mexican (9) great (9) service (9) staff (6) friendly (6) Great (6) atmosphere (6) drinks (6)
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  • 5/5 Inês G. 2 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff! Amazing food 🤤 good Margherita's. Price is okay for Mexican food. Definitely one of the best Mexican restaurants in Lisbon.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jackie R. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I have been here many, many times. The staff is always friendly and the food never disappoints. Really enjoy the refreshing and potent margaritas! The guacamole is very nice as is any shrimp tacos and the tinta de pollo is great . We’ve had all the desserts and love them all! We especially like the lime tart pie. Great prices and wonderful food at a great price!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dimitri L. 5 months ago on Google
    The best tacos in Cascais and Lisbon (checked 5 places, and there were from what you get here). Tasty meat and all you need for chilling, good atmosphere, and positive vibe. Guacamole was also good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anna B. 1 year ago on Google
    I do love Mexican food and these tacos were really good. I liked that waiters offered few sauces which really fit to our chosen tacos. As well admit the style of menu - it looks interesting and stylish. Location is good, but a bit crowded. Anyway it’s Cascais, there is everywhere a lot of tourists.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 AEMC 6 months ago on Google
    Julia went above and beyond in her job as our server. She's great, as are all of the staff here. The owner talks with the guests too, checking on food quality. We loved the tuna and chicken tacos. We came for drinks (try the spicy mango margaritas!) but stayed for food because the vibe was so good. A fantastic restaurant on the yellow street in Cascais! Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jente W. 1 year ago on Google
    I wish I could give 6 or more stars! Try a sharing plate, it's so good! We got more tacos than we ordered so that's a win-win. Cocktails are also very good! Very friendly staff. Must try if you like Mexican.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren S. 5 months ago on Google
    The best Mexican food in Portugal. Now, I realize that I can speak with about 32% authority on the matter but my taste buds don’t lie. I felt the authentic Mexican flavors and textures and I was back in Mexico. Seriously, just go. Get a little bit of everything like we did (check the photos). The dips, fish tacos, churros and horchata were just divine. I will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Schatzi F. 1 year ago on Google
    As a Mexican food lover I can just say amazing food! The Margaritas are so delicious (loved the no sugar version). My favorite was the ceviche tostadas ❤️ The service is so welcoming and personal. Big shout out to Joana and Marta who are just outstanding and cudos to whoever made the drinks! Recommend!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Erica C. 9 months ago on Google
    The food is very refreshing, perfect after a day in the sun. The margaritas are also the best I’ve ever had. Service can be a bit slow, but the food makes up for it. We shared 4 tacos between the 2. Our favourite had to be the cod. Photo shows from the top, tuna, pork and cod.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saara V. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious tacos and margarita! Good service as well and cozy atmosphere. An authentic mexican restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Waltraud K. 2 years ago on Google
    Dog friendly! Beautiful ambiance, great vibe, awesome service! Our first time and we felt welcome as friends. Tasting fish tacos in Ensenada, Baja Mexico and tasting tacos in Mexico City: The fish tacos at the Malacopa Bar topped them all! Next time we visit I will double my order😉
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anuniti A. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place in an open setting, tasty food we ended up ordering everything twice. Big thumbs up for the drinks as well. Servers were very kind. Will be back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonja K. 2 years ago on Google
    I had octopus tacos and cauliflower tacos. Nachos and guacamole are brought to the table by default. All food was really tasty and four tacos were filling enough. I also had a good margarita for 6 euros. The tacos cost around 6-7 per 2 pieces. Great atmosphere and service with latino and afro beat music and nice interior. Big and cozy terrace also outside with fairy lights if its a warm night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jorge B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place, great music and vibe if you are going around 6-7pm. The table service was a bit messy at that day but they put some effort when they realized we were not very happy. The spicy quesadillas were delicious 🤤
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronan C. 10 months ago on Google
    The best Mexican that I have eaten. Traditional corn Tostada's. Can do most dishes gluten free. Margaritas 10/10. Good tunes. Do yourself a favour and eat here.

  • 5/5 Emily C. 2 years ago on Google
    Sweet baby tacos, this place is wonderful!! We over ordered but it was worth it. Even if you’re too full, get the churros. Your tastebud’s will thank you for it ☺️☺️

  • 5/5 Darren M. 10 months ago on Google
    We have had plenty of Tacos in our time but these were absolutely the best. They were delicious with fresh ingredients and amazing flavors. The service was great and the owner was making sure that everyone’s food was good. I highly recommend you try out this amazing restaurant.

  • 5/5 Jena S. 8 months ago on Google
    Had a fabulous meal here on a Saturday night. The staff were incredible, friendly, and helpful. There was an unfortunate incident in that the electrical fuse kept tripping, and therefore people after us were unable to order any food or drinks. But in spite of this, my friends and I enjoyed ourselves, and barely noticed the electrical malfunctions. Truly great tacos that are full of flavour, and their margaritas are delicious too!

  • 5/5 Rubal S. 10 months ago on Google
    Amazing food. Amazing service. Great vibe in a great location. It does get packed so make a reservation or walk in early and test your luck.

  • 5/5 Java S. 1 year ago on Google
    Went few times for dinner on this trip to Malacopa, met the funny and attentive Gui who always had a good care of our tables. Great steak and the red wine Marques de Borba was fabulous. I highly recommend Malacopa and they also can manage very well large birthday groups. If you prefer more privacy the interior also very cozy. Xx

  • 4/5 AWH O. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic atmosphere and amazing cocktails. The tacos were maybe a tad dry but the desserts made up for everything. Such lovely, friendly staff as well. Will definitely be coming back!

  • 5/5 juan r. 6 months ago on Google
    The fish tacos were very tasty. The sauce they put was good and combined well with the fish and veggies. Tortilla did not overwhelm the contents. And the autumn was awesome. Not fishy at all, but very fresh. The avocado and onion crisps complemented very well, with of course, some lime juice. Great place to eat, when wanting Mexican food. The owner lived in Mexico City and learned the secrets of 🇲🇽👏👏

  • 5/5 Nataliia Y. 5 months ago on Google
    loved the place so much! we had ceviche with shrimps (OMG so delicious), tartar and tacos. i also had lemonade which was handmade one, not from a bottle and really lemon-ish. the host of the place is very attentive and passionate about what he is doing. so yes, can definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 Stephanie K. 5 months ago on Google
    Really delicious tapas style taco restaurant! Fun atmosphere and decor. Definitely try the churro with Leche! So good 🥰. Great guacamole and lamb tacos as well.

  • 5/5 Taryn H (. 1 year ago on Google
    If you like margaritas and tacos go here the margarita was soooooooo goood they put the spices salt which I loved a good mixture between sweet and Tasty I didn’t eat just had drinks but I heard the tacos are very good i will get them next time

  • 5/5 Greg S. 4 months ago on Google
    Our go to lunch and dinner place in Cascais - food is fresh and tasty, good service, nice atmosphere. Just the kind of place you hope to find when out wandering the back streets of Cascais!

  • 5/5 Joey K. 1 year ago on Google
    First of all, this is a less busy place than its famous neighbour next door, but you might end up at least as pleased. The Margaritas are absolutely great and I'd even come just for the drinks. The tacos are superb, served with multiple sauces and additions that all fit well together. The service was a bit messy, but it won't be structural as it was just a new employee. He was friendly nonetheless and the food was served fast and correctly. Will return.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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