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John Bull

Restaurant Seafood restaurant Lunch restaurant Tobacco shop Pasta shop Gourmet grocery store Traditional restaurant Cheese shop Portuguese restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Seafood restaurants in Cascais e Estoril


Address

Largo Luís de Camões, 2750-409 Cascais, Portugal

Contact

+351 21 483 3319

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (686 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 9 am to 11 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: (Labor Day), 9 am to 11 pm, Hours might differ
  • Thursday: 9 am to 11 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Bo C. 1 year ago on Google
    Totally agreed with the other reviewers on billing issues. Make sure you double check your bill, they flash our bill on a portable screen which disappeared in 5 sec. Or even better, ask the waiter how much they charge on every item they put on the table including olives/butter/spread/bread/toast etc... Agreed this shop is a tourist trap.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 _ ZENHAM _. 1 year ago on Google
    If you ever want to know the heart of any restaurant, you check the bathroom. If it’s clean - the rest will follow. The bathrooms are spotless. The service at John Bull is fantastic. The food is great and if you’re in doubt as it may look like a tourist spot, give it a try. I am confident you’ll be surprised and more than satisfied.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Anthony P. 1 year ago on Google
    Wait staff try to rip off tourists! I went here the other day with my family and the meal was okay, but the young waiter who helped us, came across very nice and friendly, but when it came time to pay the bill thats when his scam started. He comes with his little order machine, pretends to pull up our bill and then tells me it was 80 euros. He never presented me with an actual copy of it. So I don't think anything of it and say okay put through 90 euros on my credit card. He then tells me that the credit card machine has been having problems but there was an ATM next door if I needed cash. He then pretends to use the cc machine but says it's not working and tells me he'll walk me to the ATM. So I follow him, and as he walks passed another waiter I see a little sneaky fist pump between the 2. I then start thinking something is up. As I actually needed to draw more cash anyway I went to the machine, checked it for card skimmers and anything else out of the ordinary, and then withdrew some money. When I went back to the table he came expecting the 90 euros for the 80 euro bill. I told him I wanted to see the actual bill. When he brings the bill it was for 69 euros. I sincerely hope the owners not in on this little scam but just beware as a patron. Needless to say he lost out on a 10 euro tip
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fernando P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We eat well 😋👍 (Original) On y mange bien 😋👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nicolò 1 year ago on Google
    Got a fish and chips. Simply terrible! Fish was completely soggy and the chips raw inside and not crispy at all!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Bebe B. 2 years ago on Google
    I can't recommend. The fish was very dry ,the personal had absolutely no interes and you become at the beginning some cream and bread ( they let you think that it is from the house,they bring it before you order anything ) and at the end you have to pay it. The vegetables were just boiled ,without any condiment ..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Tomasz M. 2 years ago on Google
    I took prawn salad - it looked lovely but had no taste and had lots of dressing that tasted like Heinz. Crème Catalan was cold and liquid. Mussels in Spanish souse - ok nothing special. Good coffee and sangria.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Li C. 1 year ago on Google
    We ordered sea bass and seafood rice. Seafood rice is delicious but sea bass is not very impressive. The large beer only cost $4.5 but bottle of water cost $2.0.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J C. 5 years ago on Google
    Best full English breakfast in Portugal, very genuine. Best IPA beer in Cascais.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carolina W. 6 years ago on Google
    I really recommend the sea bass, it is amazing. They can help you remove the bones if you want. All the fish comes with potatoes and boiled vegetables. My mother had the squid with prawns, she thought it was a bit too oily but I loved that too. The waiter was attentive but I appreciate when they aren’t too pushy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David B. 2 years ago on Google
    Was late arriving to Cascais to see Christmas decor, after a long day driving around and hiking. Wanted something non-commercial and away from the high traffic. Found this place. Waiter was very helpful and I got myself a delicious grilled sea bass with a plentiful plate of carrots, potatoes, broccoli and green beans. Super hot, fresh and delicious. Made my night. With some bread, oil and vinegar and a Coke it was just right.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paula C. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely night. Amazing food. John Bull Steak (alsked about sauce but a secret😊) & Portuguese Steak beautiful. Asked Jorge (tiny pub Estorill), but sworn to secrecy 🤫😊. Overall lovely evening, good value & nice staff. If back here will be back. Thanks for the good evening. 👍

  • 5/5 Ofer K. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful castle with a beautiful and we'll maintained garden

  • 3/5 Ivo P. 2 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere was pleasant and the server was polite. However, the cod fish I ordered was tasty but too salty and also the olive oil was too much. The prices were a bit on the higher end for what you get. Overall, it was a mediocre experience.

  • 5/5 martin p. 5 years ago on Google
    Just came upon this place, as it was lunchtime my wife and I took a table outside. We had a few beers and decided on the prawn salad for my wife and I opted for the sardines. Both meals were very well presented and did not disappoint.

  • 5/5 Sandra T. 2 years ago on Google
    Good bar. Staff are very friendly. Try their steak with the special sauce it’s to die for!

  • 5/5 clare k. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff are super friendly and are accommodating with orders. Drinks options are varied and include a great Munich beer (recommend for sure). We’ve ordered the English breakfast (very big portion), omelette with French fries and salad, and the Tornedo steak with pepper sauce, all of which we’d highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Rodrigo M. 4 years ago on Google
    The most English and traditional pub of Cascais. Excellent food. A bit pricey. Not much of a view but it's in city center.

  • 4/5 Pedro F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good environment to see all kinds of sports, with a good selection of drinks. Smoking makes it even more special (Original) Bom ambiente para ver todo tipo de desportos, com uma boa selecção de bebidas. Para fumadores torna-o ainda mais especial

  • 1/5 Yolande J. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) On vacation .. come back by chance I do not advise. Tasteless food. There is much better. (Original) En vacances ..rentré par hasard je ne conseil pas .nourriture sans goût. Il y a bien meilleur.

  • 5/5 Luiz Fernando D' A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved everything about this restaurant: - Super well located in the noblest and most beautiful area of ​​Cascais; - Typically English atmosphere with good taste and reminiscent of traditional PUBs; - TOP service from the reception to the waiters. The employee who served us was super polite, attentive and knew the dishes offered very well; - The food was magnificent! We ordered Beef John Bull (with house sauce) and Tornedor with wood sauce. Both very tasty. Conclusion: I STRONGLY RECOMMEND, as I will certainly return several times. (Original) Adorei tudo neste restaurante: - Super bem localizado na área mais nobre e das mais bonitas de Cascais; - Ambiente tipicamente inglês com bom gosto e lembrando os tradicionais PUBs; - Atendimento TOP desde a recepção até os garçons. O colaborador que nos atendeu era super educado, atencioso e conhecia muito bem os pratos oferecidos; - A comida estava magnífica ! Pedimos o Beef John Bull (com molho da casa) e o Tornedor com molho madeira. Ambos muito saborosos. Conclusão: RECOMENDO COM ÊNFASE, pois certamente retornarei várias vezes.

  • 4/5 Nàdia P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful (Original) Maravilhoso ❤️

  • 2/5 Fabio F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I found the food tasteless. I didn't like the experience. (Original) Achei a comida sem sabor. Não gostei da experiência.

  • 5/5 Imran P. 1 year ago on Google
    Octopus is a bit on the tough side but really good selection of beers and solid pub vibes

  • 5/5 Maja N. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was delicious and the staff very, very nice to us. 5 stars for this place.

  • 5/5 Sri S. 1 year ago on Google
    We received one of the warmest welcome. We only had 30 minutes break. It was a busy Sunday evening still, one of chaps was quite happy to serve tasters first. Instead of sitting outside we went inside. Felt bit like English pub. In 30 minutes, we managed to have a drink, bread and olives and coffee. I would have stayed for another drink but didn't have time. If you are in this area, definitely worth a visit.

  • 4/5 Sottos M. 1 year ago on Google
    Pleasant place to eat. Service was very good and friendly. Menu's are both in Portuguese and English. Fresh food and good value for money.

  • 5/5 Marko B. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a meat plate for 2 very delicious and big portion. Salate and french fries included for good price!

  • 5/5 Vb I. 1 year ago on Google
    The atmosphere was lively and perfect for a fun night out with friends. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The food was exceptional, with a wide range of options available to suit every taste, from classic pub favorites to more elevated options. I was especially impressed by the impressive selection of beers, cocktails and other beverages. The indoor and outdoor seating areas were spacious and comfortable, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. In conclusion, I would highly recommend John Bull Restaurante Bar & Pub to anyone looking for a great dining experience in a lively and relaxed setting.

  • 4/5 Jack W. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little place, just on a busy street, good price, we tried the sardines it was delicious the seafood platter was amazing, you could try all their seafood in one plate !

  • 5/5 Roman G. 1 year ago on Google
    Only positive impressions. Good cuisine, we took three different soups, salad and squid was also very good. The service is professional.

  • 5/5 Andy A. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a grilled golden bream here and it was very nice. Friendly and welcoming staff. I liked it.

  • 1/5 Ebru A. 10 months ago on Google
    We wanted to have some snacks with a beer. The waiter, who spoke to us politely and friendly at the door, said that we could only drink, we should not feel compelled to eat anything. We asked for a beer and the snack the waiter suggested (butter, olive, bread) which appears on the menu for 2.5 €. But when we asked for check they charged extra 10 € and they did not give the bill. It is scam and tourist trap.

  • 4/5 Michelle W. 11 months ago on Google
    We stopped in for a beer, bloody Mary and a Greek salad. The beer and salad were good but the Bloody Mary could be better. It needed some bacon or vegetables as a garnish it was just plain.

  • 5/5 Olha L. 6 months ago on Google
    The potion of octopus with potato was large. The taste was amazing, everything was in perfect combo. Too much oil for me but it’s the part of the dish. But so good. The staff was very friendly and professional. Cozy place with great food.

  • 1/5 Liam C. 7 months ago on Google
    Food & Service John Bull. Well named because the staff were full of it. Worst breakfast and club sandwich we'd got anywhere, ever. Despite asking for normal milk, we were served up UHT and a cheap tea brand. Food was muck and we didn't eat half of it. The dog would turn his nose up on what we were given! When we said we weren't happy waiter just shrugged his shoulders, didn't give a hoot and demanded we pay the bill in full regardless. Previously chatty staff suddenly had no English! If I could give it zero stars I would! You'd be better off going hungry. Atmosphere - cheap tacky interior with framed shirts just shoved into the frame like you were loading a washing machine. Nothing to recommend it all. Avoid like the plague! 0/5

  • 5/5 Amanda P. 7 months ago on Google
    Fantastic evening!!! Watched the RSA and France rugby game. The service, atmosphere, and food was excellent at John Bull👌 I have eaten the grilled chicken and chips at many restaurants in Portugal, and I can say without doubt, this is the place to eat it! You won't be disappointed and if you have space for more, order the Meat Lasagna.... another amazing dish to enjoy! We will be back before we leave.

  • 5/5 Nancy De H. 8 months ago on Google
    Best sardines from the area. Fresh fish, not too expensive and great service

  • 5/5 Frederico F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Steak with john bull. 5 stars (Original) Bife à john bull. 5 estrelas

  • 5/5 Kelly P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Muito bom

  • 5/5 Mahfuz L. 3 years ago on Google
    Very Good Restaurant!

  • 4/5 Mark D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 5/5 Rick s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Better only in the pharmacy;)) (Original) Melhor só na farmacia ;))

  • 5/5 Emil R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent..... (Original) Excelent.....

  • 5/5 Bernard B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Yami yami (Original) Yami yami

  • 5/5 Paulo Roberto Pires F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A nice place with great service. My wife and I ate an unforgettable Lagareiro Octopus. We will be back! (Original) Um lugar agradável com ótimo atendimento. Eu e minha esposa comemos um Polvo à Lagareiro inesquecível . Voltaremos !

  • 3/5 Luccas M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Reasonable drink (Original) Bebida razoável

  • 5/5 Nuno Pereira da C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent John Bull steak. Very friendly and attentive staff. I felt safe in relation to the cleaning of tables and social distance between customers. (Original) Excelente o bife à John Bull. Pessoal muito simpático e atencioso. Senti-me seguro em relação à higienização das mesas e distância social entre clientes.

  • 4/5 Filipe F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendly and welcoming employees, always with a smile and good mood. Congratulations Cozy, clean and hygienic place. Reasonable prices considering the location. Good and tasty food. (Original) Empregados simpáticos e acolhedores, sempre com sorriso e boa disposição. Parabéns Local acolhedor, limpo e com higiene. Preços razoáveis tendo em conta a localização. Comida boa e saborosa.

  • 1/5 Jonathas A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I went to meet. We paid 2.80 for an imperial super bock and 3.80 for an imperial weiss super bock. High Price! Bad beer, very watery and lousy service. I don't intend to go back. (Original) Fui para conhecer. Pagamos 2.80 em um imperial super bock e 3.80 por uma imperial weiss super bock. Preço alto! Cerveja ruim, muito aguada e atendimento péssimo. Não pretendo voltar.

  • 5/5 José R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I recommend (Original) Recomendo

  • 4/5 Rajat B. 6 years ago on Google
    Great place to enjoy some seafood and sip some beers!

  • 4/5 Alexandre O. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to eat and drink. Good food, fast service.

  • 5/5 kesonac23 4 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant with great food. I ordered tomato soup and grilled chicken,it was excellent. The waiter was suuper nice. It's a cozy place with indoor and outdoor seating.

  • 5/5 João M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place in dull Cascais nights João and Morgado are great professionals and so dedicated to customers... Long life to John Bull

  • 4/5 Bruno U. 4 years ago on Google
    Food is great, waiters are nice and helpful. Prices are reasonable. Why not 5 stars? Because they allow other patrons to smoke, ruining our own experience.

  • 5/5 Andries S. 4 years ago on Google
    My family wanted old style Fish & Chips which was precisely what they got and it was brilliant and of high quality fresh fish. I had the Sardines which is always hard work to eat but again it was of high quality. You wont be disappointed. Great setting as well!

  • 4/5 Ernesto Barrios P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendliness and good food (Original) Amabilidad y buena comida

  • 5/5 Annika 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing clams starters, have good Hope's for main course

  • 5/5 Cosme A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Too beautiful (Original) Lindo demais

  • 4/5 Henrique L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice space but a little expensive (Original) Espaço muito agradável mas um pouco caro

  • 5/5 Manuel M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent steak (Original) Bife excelente

  • 5/5 Carmen mendez a. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is my reference bar in Cascais (Original) Es mi bar de referencia en Cascaes

  • 4/5 Pedro C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A Cascais classic. (Original) Um clássico de Cascais.

  • 5/5 TheDRS7 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Exquisite attention (Original) Atencion exquista

  • 1/5 Celia Walters L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) No. 13 € for 9 squid is not fair and if you complain it is not worth it because the manager cannot do anything. The boss is never present. We never come back. (Original) No. 13€ para 9 lulas não é justo e se reclamar não vale a pena porque o gerente não pode fazer nada. O patrao nunca está presente. Nunca mais voltamos.

  • 5/5 Joel Sant A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place to have lunch. They serve a typical cod with the best price in the region. The waiters are not the most friendly, but the taste of the cod pays off. (Original) Ótimo local para almoçar. Servem um bacalhau típico com o melhor preço da região. Os garçons não são dos mais simpáticos, mas o sabor do bacalhau compensa.

  • 4/5 Francisco F. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service.

  • 2/5 Fidel 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tourist trap ... (Original) Touristenfalle...

  • 4/5 Luis C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A nice terrace (Original) Uma esplanada agradável

  • 5/5 Cindy L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good meal, very attentive waiter (Original) Très bon repas, serveur très attentionné

  • 3/5 Victor H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good waiters, despite them, if I were in that area again, I would look for another restaurant. (Original) Buenos camareros, a pesar de ellos, si estuviese de nuevo por esa zona, buscaría otro restaurante.

  • 5/5 Felicia M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good food, good service 😊 (Original) Buena comida, buena atención 😊

  • 5/5 gray s. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots for your money UK prices

  • 4/5 Barry R. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice bar


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash only
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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