You’ll Find All Sorts Of Old World Eats At Madeira, A Portuguese Restaurant In Rhode Island

Have you ever tried Portuguese cuisine? It's famous for its delicious seafood, and an array of spices that lend unique flavors to its many delicious dishes. There's an incredible restaurant right here in East Providence that serves some of the best Portuguese food you'll try without hopping on a plane to Portugal. Check out Madeira Restaurant:

Madeira Restaurant got its start in 1987, and it's been a neighborhood favorite for authentic Portuguese cuisine ever since.

With its two beautiful dining rooms, Madeira has plenty of seating, whether you're grabbing a quick meal, dining there for a special occasion, or hosting a special event.

When the weather's warm, you'll definitely want to request a table on the patio. It's a unique space that looks like a beautiful backyard, and you'll fall in love with the ambiance here.

Regardless of where you sit to dine, you'll surely be delighted with your meal. Everything here is made from scratch, so it's as fresh as can be.

Ingredients are sourced locally whenever possible, and only the highest-quality vegetables, meats, and fish are put on your plate.

The Paelha A Valenciana gets high marks here. It's an authentic dish that's brimming with all kinds of seafood, including lobster, shrimp, mussels, littlenecks, squid, fish, and more.

Seafood is a staple in Portugal, and you'll find several whole-fish entrees on the menu, including Bacalhau A Narcisa, Bacalhau Assado na Brasa, and Peixe Espada.

If it's beef you crave, there's plenty of that, too. Try the Bitoque, an eight-ounce, pan-seared sirloin served in a Madeira Burgandy sauce.

Visit Madeira Restaurant Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday til 11 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.

See the full menu and learn more about this beautiful restaurant on its website. You also might want to follow the restaurant's Facebook page to see what's new there.

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