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Another famous restaurant at the Rua do Almirante Sergio is the Restaurante A Lorcha.  Restaurante A Lorcha is a short walk away from the A-Ma Temple and the Maritime Museum.  If other dining establishments in the area are full, then you can always go to Restaurante A Lorcha for an equally delicious alternative and friendly service.

The signature look of A Lorcha are its whitewashed walls, both inside and out.  It would be hard to miss should you be looking for it.  Arguably one of the best places that serve authentic Portuguese food, Restaurante A Lorcha promises great gastronomical experience that can be expected from your visit to Macau.  The menu offers classic Portuguese dishes, such as the Caldo Verde for starters.  You also have their famed feijoada, codfish in cream sauce, and the ever-present African chicken and king prawns.  You should also try the grilled pork chops and baked minced beef potato pie.  For dessert, you can order the serradura, a milk-crème pudding sprinkled with crushed biscuits on top.  When dining in this restaurant, you should try dishes that are new to you and explore.

Restaurante A Lorcha is a small place, so if you want a cozy environment, then this dinng establishment is surely the one for you.  The price is fair as well.  You can find that most of the locals also dine here for the casual ambience and the affordable meals. As you can see, affordable can also mean delicious–all you need is to know where to go.  And if it’s Portuguese food that you’re craving for and you’re at the Rua do Almirante Sergio, then you’re in luck for you have well known dining places to choose from.  If you want to be like the locals and eat at a more casual setting (and price), Restaurante A Lorcha is just the right restaurant for you.

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As Macanese cuisine was born and can only be found in Macau, you have lots of restaurants here offering Macanese dishes on their menu.  Of all the restaurants you can find, one of the names that consistently come out on top is the Restaurante Litoral. Found on the Rua do Almirante Sérgio, the Restaurante Litoral is just a few minutes away from the Maritime Museum and A-ma Temple.  So if your sightseeing has built up an appetite, then one of the best places you can go to is the the Restaurante Litoral.  Consider that when planning your trip to Macau.  Either go for lunch or for dinner after your sightseeing trip.

This place is famous among foreigners and locals alike, so expect a crowd and some waiting before you can get a table.  A smart way to dine in the Restaurante Litoral is to make reservations.  But even if you haven’t planned that far ahead, the food is certainly worth the wait.  You can find classic Macanese dishes such as African Chicken, Curry Crab, Stuffed Big Prawns, and Portuguese stew onthe menu.  They all feature secret family recipes handed down by its founder Manuela Ferreira.  Once you made your pick, you can also order wine for a complete meal.  Wine in Macau is of good quality and has an affordable price.  Speaking of affordable, the meals at the this restaurant is also fairlt priced, without hurting your travel budget.  When it comes to value for money, the Restaurante Litoral is certainly worth every penny.

As for the ambiance, the Restaurante Litoral has a classic colonial façade, with whitewash walls and pillars.  Its interiors feature contemporary design with a warm, homey feel to it.  If you’re planning a party, the restaurant also has private rooms for up to 20 persons for special occasions and functions.

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