Salmon Tartare
18€cured yolk · wakame seaweed · toasts
Two houses in Almada
From the earth
to the table,
from the root.
An author restaurant where Chef Luís Calei's creativity takes root in the memory of Portuguese cuisine.
The house
In the heart of Cacilhas, a space where gastronomy is raised to true art.
Led by the talented Chef Luís Calei — a young man with a singular vision — De Raiz is an intimate celebration of the flavours that define us. Dishes simple in appearance, surprising with every bite.
The two houses
One kitchen,
two places to live it.
Chef Luís Calei welcomes you to two distinct addresses, both in Almada — each with its own atmosphere.
The kitchen
Signature dishes
Tuna Tataki
20€fresh herbs · house sauce
Grilled salmon
24€fresh vegetables · roasted onion
The experience
An intimate evening,
an unforgettable taste.
Only a few tables. Soft lighting, attentive service and a kitchen that transports us — from grandmother's memory to the contemporary gesture. For us, welcoming is an act of generosity.
Mon—Sun
Lunch & Dinner
À la carte
Author cuisine
Cacilhas
Historic centre
Moments
Details that make the house.
Distinctions
Recognised
from the root.
A young kitchen, recognised by those who taste and those who award.
2025Distinction
TheFork Awards
Nomination · De Raiz no Museu
Recognition among the best restaurants in Portugal.
2025Distinction
Almada Flavours Contest
3rd place · Author Cuisine
De Raiz by Chef Luís Calei — podium in the author cuisine category.
Who visits us
Words at the table
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Without doubt, the best meal we had in Portugal. If there's one place you should go, it's this one.
Linda Elliott
Google · ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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Very pleasant and intimate restaurant. Perfect for a romantic dinner. Simple food full of flavour.
Liv
Google · ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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We went for my mother's birthday. Ricardo and the whole team were incredible — they even sang happy birthday.
Daniel Valdes
Google · ★ ★ ★ ★ ★