Via Norte

Via Norte 938 College St ( at Dovercourt) 647 348 1116 [A1]

Absolutely memorable and fantastic! The Portuguese community now has a new superb gourmet restaurant. The walls are a soft color and the paintings really enhance the space. It has a welcoming Mediterranean spirit with a lot of positive energy.

Gabriel, the manager does a fine job in greeting all the guests and making them feel welcome. He is a great source of information about the wine and food He will explain how the dish is prepared and recommend a good wine from various areas of Portugal.

Owner and Chef, Jose Alves, is a creative talented chef. It was surprising to learn that he began his career as a 13 year old in Portugal. He has cooked at some of the finest restaurants in town. No wonder the popular dishes from Portugal are so well prepared. Start out with the popular soup, Caldo Verde. Fish lovers will enjoy the Cataplana. Various fish and shrimp are prepared in a copper pot with tomatoes and herbs. Grilled Salted Cod and Grilled Whole Seabream are regulars on the menu.

Mdaniel@bridal,caeat eaters will enjoy the ‘Bitoque’ US Prime Steak with the fried egg on top. Three types of sausages are prepared at Via Norte. Even the desserts are made in house. The chef recommends the Pear Tart and White Chocolate Flan.

The crusty Portuguese bread and the black olives are a great beginning to every meal. The olives are actually from Morocco but spiced in the restaurant.

Gabriel and Chef Alves have the right combination to make this restaurant a winner

This restaurant is very busy at lunch. Do make a reservation. There are specials every day. The chef actually goes to the market daily to pick out the freshest produce, fish and meat.

This is a winner. The atmosphere is welcoming. The food is outstanding. This may be the newest ‘kid on the block’ but it is certainly one of the best.

Via Norte is a large premise. It is suitable for small or large parties and various types of functions. The menu is varied and offers many choices to suit all tastes.