1920 PORTUGUESE RESTAURANT

BEST FOR An authentic, charming Johannesburg experience, teeming with Portuguese memorabilia and honest food. FOOD The menu is nice and small, with Portuguese classics like prego rolls, chicken livers and the most succulent espetada. Start with chorizo flamed in brandy before moving on to a meaty main. Feijoada, a traditional Brazilian bean stew with pork, beef and chorizo slices sees individual flavours combining well with the succulent meat. If you feel like fish, the trout with with crispy skin and perfectly flaky flesh takes 20 minutes to prepare, but it’s worth the wait. It’s grilled and served with hand-cut chips and a herb butter sauce. DRINKS A comprehensive wine list with a good mix of reds and white, both Portuguese and local. SERVICE Quick and efficient, with an accommodating smile and willingness to personalise the experience. The owner walks the floor, serving espetadas and dishing out gentle humour. AMBIENCE Homely, authentic Portuguese feel that welcomes regulars warmly. (SM)