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Picked up takeout for my dad’s birthday . On the bright side, the potatoes were absolutely delicious, and the Pastel de Nata (Portuguese custard tarts) were a highlight flaky, creamy, and the perfect finish.
On the other hand, the rice was a bit undercooked and the chicken leaned on the salty side. For the price point, I was also expecting a slightly larger portion of chicken. ( it was a whole chicken) didn’t seem like it was at all ) 😏
Still, the flavors were good overall, and dessert definitely redeemed the experience. With a few tweaks, this could easily be a five-star spot.
Romano Agostino
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February 11, 2025
Corner unit
Found it to be a Takeaway spot with a comfortable cosy fundamental dining room. The owner I believe it's Steve is a traditionalist in Portuguese food
Decor is delightful
Food is classic European with great value.
Service is simple. Location is a bit remote but having a couple of bottles of wine no rush to leave
Coolest thing, Japanese tabletop charcoal fired grill (winter hand warmer as well)
Robert Barnes
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September 22, 2025
Great staff. Service to the table isn't part of the experience, thought it might be but that's on me. Lighting is a bit dim but not horrible, and the chicken was amazing! The sides were a lot but that's to the credit of the establishment! If you leave hungry, you didn't order enough for the people you have with you, or you took away too many left overs!
- Obrigado!
Laura Malaquias
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November 11, 2025
Absolutely love this place. It's expensive but the food is so fresh, not processed and made just for you. The portions are also massive. Worth every penny. Have done take out and day there to eat too.
Mike Tazzeo
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August 19, 2024
This is my first one star review, I feel bad doing it…but I must be honest. We planned a nice dinner with our sons, and decided on Toma La. The Rymal road restaurant is closer, but I saw the the Upper James location had better ratings, so I ordered from there through Skip the Dishes. Oops.
I ordered 2 separate chicken dinners, with 2 sides each, and a 6 pack of natas. I got a phone call saying they didn’t have natas or French fries and to call and cancel.
I had my two sons try to help me cancel the order, but before we were could figure it out, the food (or half of it arrived). One chicken, 3 sides, no French fries, no second chicken, no natas.
Instead of enjoying our family dinner, I found myself calling Toma La and talking to a young girl, Lovua (sic) telling me it was my fault and I made a mistake and should’ve cancelled my order. I asked to speak to someone who could help me out, but she said the answer would be the same.
The only retribution offered was to come in and get a free chicken…the cost of gas to get there. I asked about my dessert and loss of money, but I was informed it was a skip the dishes problem and to call them and figure it out.
Be careful where, and how you order.
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48M+ views on my reviews Level 9 Google Local Guide Picked up takeout for my dad’s birthday . On the bright side, the potatoes were absolutely delicious, and the Pastel de Nata (Portuguese custard tarts) were a highlight flaky, creamy, and the perfect finish. On the other hand, the rice was a bit undercooked and the chicken leaned on the salty side. For the price point, I was also expecting a slightly larger portion of chicken. ( it was a whole chicken) didn’t seem like it was at all ) 😏 Still, the flavors were good overall, and dessert definitely redeemed the experience. With a few tweaks, this could easily be a five-star spot.
Corner unit Found it to be a Takeaway spot with a comfortable cosy fundamental dining room. The owner I believe it's Steve is a traditionalist in Portuguese food Decor is delightful Food is classic European with great value. Service is simple. Location is a bit remote but having a couple of bottles of wine no rush to leave Coolest thing, Japanese tabletop charcoal fired grill (winter hand warmer as well)
Great staff. Service to the table isn't part of the experience, thought it might be but that's on me. Lighting is a bit dim but not horrible, and the chicken was amazing! The sides were a lot but that's to the credit of the establishment! If you leave hungry, you didn't order enough for the people you have with you, or you took away too many left overs! - Obrigado!
Absolutely love this place. It's expensive but the food is so fresh, not processed and made just for you. The portions are also massive. Worth every penny. Have done take out and day there to eat too.
This is my first one star review, I feel bad doing it…but I must be honest. We planned a nice dinner with our sons, and decided on Toma La. The Rymal road restaurant is closer, but I saw the the Upper James location had better ratings, so I ordered from there through Skip the Dishes. Oops. I ordered 2 separate chicken dinners, with 2 sides each, and a 6 pack of natas. I got a phone call saying they didn’t have natas or French fries and to call and cancel. I had my two sons try to help me cancel the order, but before we were could figure it out, the food (or half of it arrived). One chicken, 3 sides, no French fries, no second chicken, no natas. Instead of enjoying our family dinner, I found myself calling Toma La and talking to a young girl, Lovua (sic) telling me it was my fault and I made a mistake and should’ve cancelled my order. I asked to speak to someone who could help me out, but she said the answer would be the same. The only retribution offered was to come in and get a free chicken…the cost of gas to get there. I asked about my dessert and loss of money, but I was informed it was a skip the dishes problem and to call them and figure it out. Be careful where, and how you order.