O Lavrador

Dinner for 2 (3 if you count our baby). One of the best meals we had in a long time. Atmosphere was warm and inviting. Food was 10/10. There wasn’t anything we ordered that we did not love. Service was excellent. Our waiter Khi catered to our every need. I’m not lying when I say we would make this place our regular and try everything on the menu.

Stepping into O Lavrador for a traditional Portugues meal is as close as you can get to time traveling in Jamaica Queens. Firstly there's onsite parking in an isolated lot connected to the restaurant. Once you enter the restaurant you experience the warmth, culture, and heritage of old world Portugal . From the old works artwork, to furniture, to comfortable atmosphere, everything about O Lavrador screams a great time. Authentic Portugues cuisine, grilled meats, fresh flavorful seafood, and a seperate bar on the offer side of the wall. What more can you ask for.

We tried O Lavrador for our Friday night food hunt, drawn in by the 4.5-star rating and over 1.5k reviews. The restaurant is huge, with a lively bar and a more formal dining section. We ended up at a high-top table, which was a nice alternative to the loud group nearby. We tried the Lagosta fra Diablo, an Iberian Platter, fries, a spicy margarita, and a beer. While the food was okay, it didn't quite hit the mark for what I'd consider authentic Portuguese cuisine. Unfortunately, I had an upset stomach the next morning. However, the space is great—huge with plenty of parking. It seems like a fantastic spot for a lively night out with drinks, even if the food wasn't quite for me.

Went in on a Thursday night the week before Christmas. We walked from staying close by and I didn’t really see any parking so not sure how that would go. The vibe once you walk in transports you to quintessential 80s European themed restaurant. Painted murals, dark wood, fake plants. It’s fantastic nostalgia. The menu is huge and sort of overwhelming. So just trust me when I say order the verde. We ordered the tasting platter and it was awesome but considering the serving sizing here, we didn’t need an appetizer at all. In fact the small servings of the mains could have been enough to share between two. This is how seafood, lobster is supposed to be cooked and served. It was expensive. An appetizer for 2, a main each and 2 drinks was $170 with tip and tax. But it was an experience.

Came here for an early dinner before driving back to CT during rush hour. Food was delicious, service great and staff was very friendly. Convenient parking and prompt service. We would definitely return!