My latest visit to Portsmouth Publick House in Portsmouth, Rhode Island was a surprising one.
I always enjoy the atmosphere and food, but this visit, I tried a few menu items that caught my attention. Did you know Portsmouth Publick House has fantastic Portuguese dishes?
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That’s right. Portsmouth Publick House is my new go-to for dishes like Portuguese steak, pork and littlenecks and more.
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Owner Alan Chaves has combined his passion for food and his Portuguese heritage to create some all-star options.
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Portuguese Favorites in Portsmouth
Portsmouth Publick House serves up classics like burgers, pizza and fish and chips. It is known for its 24 beers on tap and an awesome $1 raw bar that’s served all day every Friday.
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However, the Portuguese dishes on the menu are what I’m calling the sleeper hits, the ones you don’t always hear about, but boy are they good.
Top Menu Items
I had one of the best Portuguese steaks I’ve ever had and that’s saying a lot. The SouthCoast is known for having mouthwatering Portuguese cuisine, and I’ve tried a lot of it.
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The perfectly-cooked steak jam-packed with flavor at Portsmouth Publick House is at the top of my list now.
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My father’s all-time favorite Portuguese meal is Porco à Alentejana, Portuguese pork and littlenecks, and Portsmouth Publick House has a great one. You could drink the sauce. It’s that good.
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Another great item is Azorean Calamari. This popular appetizer takes traditional Rhode Island calamari (complete with banana peppers) and adds diced chorizo, creating a delicious combination.

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