Lareira Restaurant - Portuguese restaurant in Mineola - 66 E Jericho Turnpike, USA

LaReira restaurant has become an integral part of our company's holiday traditions, and it consistently exceeds our expectations. As the Coowner of Nisi Home Improvement, we've celebrated our Christmas party at LaReira every single year for over a decade. The experience is nothing short of exceptional. The staff and owners of LaReira deserve special commendation for their outstanding service. From the warm welcome at the entrance to the impeccable attention at our table, their commitment to excellence is evident. They go above and beyond to ensure that our celebrations are memorable and enjoyable. The ambiance at LaReira is perfect for festive gatherings – an inviting and cozy atmosphere that adds to the joy of the occasion. The menu boasts a delightful array of dishes, each one a culinary masterpiece. The quality and presentation of the food consistently impress our team, making our dining experience truly delightful. What sets Lareira apart is not only the delicious food but also the genuine hospitality we receive. The staff treats us like family, making our Christmas celebrations feel like home away from home. It

Went here last night after many, many years. It was good at one point but has now gone downhill. We ordered the lulas grelhadas and carne de porco alentejana. The food was horrible! I would give it 0 stars if i could.

Tasty food . For me , it was a bit salty . All food tastes so yummy with the red wine sangria. Fresh seafood. Price is decent . Recommended for a nice family dinner .

Great food, great service and highly recommended grilled branzino. We definitely coming back to try other food on the menu.

Utterly fantastic. Some of the best food I’ve had in Mineola. My wife and I went here for a celebration of our IVF journey, and Pedro, the owner, came over and asked us what we’re celebrating and talked to us for a while. He was super nice. I’d come back just because I want his restaurant to succeed. Other than that, the food was AMAZING! We had the cognac shrimp which was fantastic, I got the whole branzino and my wife got the duck which was the best part of the meal. All the food was utterly excellent. We will definitely be back. Thank you Pedro.

Good food and pleasant atmosphere. We stopped here to grab a bite to eat on our way home. Will go there again.

Delicious top notch food, waiters are very attentive, and super nice atmosphere. I Have been here multiple times, and every time is an amazing experience all around.

After reading some positive reviews of Lareira, I decided to order two appetizers from Lareira. One of them was the bolinhos de bacalhau which were disappointing (all potato, no cod), while the rissois were ok. Not sure if this was an off day, as I have ordered from them in the past but this experience was disappointing.