Alicarius is a restaurante in Aveiro Centro, Aveiro. Rated 4.6 stars from 2789 Google reviews. Known for the francesinha and beer selection. Best for solo dining and lunch. Price range: € 10–15.
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Alicarius
Across 2,661 rated reviews, 92% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 2,789 |
| 1-star share | 1.6% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“A great experience, good prices and attentive staff – I’d definitely recommend it!”
“Uma boa experiência, bons preços e empregados atentos, recomendo com certeza !”
“From the customer service to the cleanliness, service and food, well done – a great restaurant.”
“Desde o atendimento, à higiene, serviço e comida, parabéns ótimo restaurante.”
“A wide variety of beers and a great atmosphere make this a lovely place.”
“Baa variedade de cerveja e bom ambiente, fazem desta casa uma bela casa.”
3,186 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
The francesinha is worth the reservation; the beer list and casual warmth make it worth a second visit.
You want the francesinha Aveiro talks about, served by staff who move with purpose.
About Alicarius
Looks like a regular cervejaria from the outside, but Alicarius is doing something serious with one dish. The francesinha here draws people from across Aveiro and well beyond — reviewers who eat them everywhere keep landing on this one as the best they've tried. What sets it apart is the detail: visible cuts of real meat, fresh sausage, proper melted cheese, and a house sauce that gets its own mention in almost every review. The Francesinha Original and the vegetarian francesinha round out the options, and the crispy fries alongside are exactly that. The paper tablecloths printed with games are a small touch that reviewers notice and like. Beer is the drink of choice here, with 105 mentions to prove it. Staff are proactive and the mood is informal, just as the place has always pitched itself.
Alicarius is one of those places where the dessert menu is not an afterthought — a detail regulars tend to mention first.
In the last 90 days, Alicarius has drawn 13 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — a measure of how actively its reviewers have been writing lately.
What Stands Out
The francesinha
Recent reviewers call it the best they've had, praising the meat quality, sauce, and crispy fries; the dish accounts for 772 Google mentions.
Beer selection
Rare draughts like black beer anchor the list; Google highlights note an excellent beer selection.
Staff pace and warmth
Recent reviews praise attentive, proactive staff; the service is noted for speed and genuine friendliness across multiple languages.
Practical Information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alicarius
Alicarius, in Centro, Aveiro, is popular for solo dining. The counter service is efficient, free Wi-Fi is available, and the casual atmosphere welcomes single guests with the same warmth as groups.
Alicarius is known for the francesinha, a traditional Portuguese sandwich that reviewers consistently rank among the best in Aveiro. The meat quality, sauce, and crispy fries are what keep people returning.
Alicarius accepts reservations and recommends booking for both lunch and dinner during peak hours. Free street parking is available nearby.
Alicarius welcomes families with high chairs, a children's menu, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. Dogs are also permitted on the terrace.
Alicarius operates at €10–15 per head, offering good value for the quality of food and service delivered.
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