Ask anyone who has eaten their way through Lagos and Casa do Prego comes up fast — the upstairs dining room and roof terrace on Rua Lançarote de Freitas where thousands of visitors have discovered their favourite meal of the trip. It’s the rare restaurant people visit three times in one holiday, then admit they’re struggling to want to eat anywhere else.
The menu is modern tapas with a Portuguese soul, and the hits keep coming: seared tuna that guests call phenomenal, slow-cooked pork cheek, piri-piri beef strips, garlic prawns, hummus that disappears fast, and the namesake tuna prego. Dishes land well-cooked and full of flavour, made for a table that orders widely and shares everything. The kitchen’s consistency across a menu this broad is what turns first-timers into regulars.
The room matches the food. Staff are warm, attentive and genuinely fun, the kind who welcome a late table near closing without a flicker of hurry — and with live music on the right nights, the atmosphere carries an easy buzz that suits Lagos perfectly. Even with a queue at the door (there often is one), the experience on the other side justifies the wait.
In a town with no shortage of tourist menus, Casa do Prego is the one locals and returning visitors actually recommend: book ahead or come early, start with the tuna, and settle in. It’s the standard-setter for casual dining in Lagos — and the reason your second night’s reservation gets made before the first one ends.
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Micaela Barreiro
in the last weekCan’t say enough wonderful things about this place. Every dish was absolutely delicious, but what truly sets it apart is the people. The owner was the sweetest, most genuine person we’ve ever met, and his kindness made our visit unforgettable. We’ll always remember our experience here.
Mehmet Ali Aksu
in the last weekLouis
in the last weekWe arrived as a group of four, and there was a bit of a wait as the restaurant was quite full... which is perfectly normal! The atmosphere is exceptional: all the servers are incredibly friendly, approachable, and genuinely funny. Despite the crowd, the tables are well spaced, and with the music playing, you don't feel crowded at all. The decor is beautiful and original, which adds a lot to the charm of the place. There's even a lovely terrace, but you have to arrive a little early to have any hope of getting a table. We even got to eat in the company of a giant teddy bear! 🐻 The food is just as good: the tuna is incredible! The pork is very good too, but not quite as exceptional as the tuna. The desserts are equally impressive; the mojito cheesecake is original and truly delicious. It was an exceptional experience that we loved, and we'll definitely be back! We'll be returning for the rest of our vacation.
Ángela Brv
in the last weekI highly recommend the fried prawns. Ask for extra bread to go with them. A spectacular dish. The service was very friendly.
Damien Vaugon
in the last weekSuper ambiance et repas très correct. J' ai mis 4 pour la cuisine car les frites ne sont pas faites maison. Sinon quel service ! Les serveurs sont au petit soin avec tout le monde et reste très efficace. Franchement l'accueil est le gros plus de l'établissement