Leão D’ouro Restaurant Bar

Our friends took my wife and I there for Dinner tonight. Although the food was good the service was terrible. Our server spilled a glass of water on me and I sat through my meal soaking wet. I ordered a Caesar Salad as a starter that I never got. I suggest people keep looking and dine elsewhere.

I ended up at this place because I was outnumbered by my friends who wanted Portuguese food. I’ll make this brief, the BBQ chicken was really good but that was it. I did not enjoy my chocolate desert or the service. On a more positive note… a friend was feeling a bit brave and had the grilled Octopus (eww tentacles) but they loved it and so did everyone who sampled it. So if you like to try new things I suggest the octopus: P

I went to this place twice. First time I found it average and the second time it was terrible.
Service: the service was great. The lady and guy who served us were pretty nice which is expected for a fine dining restaurant
Atmosphere: this place used to be a bk and I can’t get that out of my head
Food: overpriced garbage. I ordered steak the first time and honestly found montanas steak better. Ur better off going to a steak house. Perhaps my fault for getting non fish/​seafood at a Portuguese restaurant. Second time I ordered the seabass. Terrible. It was overcooked. Tasteless. Everything Gordon Ramsay would say about a dish. This place was dead and I should’ve figured out why.
Honestly. If you wanted Portuguese food and fine dining this is not the place.

Sometimes you stumble across gems like Leao D’ouro unexpectedly, where service, atmosphere and food are all excellent. Traditional Portuguese food is presented elegantly while keeping with the soul of the dish.
Our waiter was knowledgeable and very friendly. His suggestions for dinner were on point, such as the Camarao com piri piri. The shrimp were cooked well, and were presented in the delicious, tart and spicy piri piri sauce. Decorum aside, we enjoyed that sauce with the basket of Portuguese bread. Another nice touch was a sample of olives, fresh cheese and tomato sauce to nibble on.
Each main we ordered that night was excellent. The Lulas Grelhadas and Polvo Grelhado were grilled to perfection, as was the tuna steak with salsa, a special that night.
The best, however, was the divine Cataplana de marisco. It was entirely too big for one person, I might add. The stew is brimming with seafood of all kinds, including half a lobster, clams, mussels, shrimp, and various kinds of fish. Each was cooked perfectly… not an easy feat! The stew itself is flavourful, with tomatoes, white wine and a little something I couldn’t place. It was the dish of the night.
To gild the lily, we shared a lovely crème brûlée, and the unique molotof dessert. The latter was intriguing, and sheer decadence. In a caramel-​filled dish, pillowy meringue is baked until just set in a bain-​marie. Every mouthful is an indulgence.
Don’t be put off by the inexplicable TVs by the bar; in fact, you’ll learn to ignore them and focus on the food and company. You’ll have a great time regardless at Leao D’ouro, and leave planning your return.

We stopped in here on a whim early evening Saturday. It’s not casual place but they graciously welcomed us even though we were dressed for a patio. We tried the grilled veggies ctopus and shredded codfish with a salad to start which was all very tasty. Surpringsly mellow flavours ate th hits of flavourful marinated tomatoes and olives and the Portuguese corn bread was delicious.

This place was excellent. We went on a Saturday night in Aug, around 5:30 and it was pretty packed – several big tables of families. Our group had the octopus appetizer, the grouper, and the cod w/​egg, potato, and parsley. Everything was delicious and well-​prepared. The fish was super fresh, the cod dish was large enough to split, and the octopus was definitely the highlight of the meal.
The setting is nice enough for a date but also not so formal that you feel like you couldn’t bring your family. Dining room has lots of light and is a pleasant place to eat. Nice wine selection. Parking is easy. They also offer a takeout menu with chicken, and nightly specials.
My only quibble: I wish they would turn off the TV in the corner (seriously, why does a nice restaurant like this feel like they have to have a TV going all the time? it’s something i associate with eating in an airport restaurant or sports bar)
Afterwards, we took a stroll and window shopped at the big Chinese/​Vietnamese outdoor mall next door
Would go to Leao D’ouro again for sure,

Went tonight with a friend and her husband. Made a reservation for 3. The restaurant is cute, located on Dundas in a building by itself. Ample parking. Would be a nice first date place. The server was friendly. House wine which was quite good was $ 6.95 by glass. They have a substantial wine list.
The food was great. Really liked the complementary tray of cheese, olives and bruschetta.
I ordered Carne de Porco a Alentejana which is marinated cubes of pork, pan seared with clams, shrimp, white wine, garlic and coriander which was $ 22. Very very good. It comes covered in potatoes which were also very good. The portions were great.
Overall I really enjoyed the atmosphere which was relaxed. It was a friday night with about 80% of the restaurant full and they weren’t rushing anyone.
Will be back :)
Ohhh and it has Wi-​Fi! Awwwwesome!

Authentic Portuguese restaurant in the heart of Mississauga.
I have been newly introduced to the Portuguese culture through my boyfriend so I’m not the expert on this kind of food.
We came here for a birthday celebration. Coming into the restaurant we were a little confused and questioned if we still had our reservation because half the restaurant was blocked off of the baptism. It was kind of awkward because we felt like we were crashing a party.
When our server approached our table I was little out of my element because he addressed everyone in their mother tongue. The particular server seemed to have an edge. He was not approachable and not at all friendly.
For our table we had a mixed review for the food. I personally had the squid. It was very well done however very filling as it was a WHOLE squid along with veggies and bread. I had to take half of it home. My boyfriend had the octopus which he was satisfied with. His sister and kids had the fish and they were not impressed. It tasted fishy which meant it wasn’t fresh and the breading ended up soggy,
Another person had a steak and it was just WAY too much. It took up most of the plate and sure you’re getting your moneys worth but it was just a waste.
Overall a good experience however I think there are more intimate Portuguese restaurants for special occasions. I didn’t like the split of the restaurant and a private party it just doesn’t work. I think you should just close off the whole restaurant for your special parties. It also gives them more room to just socialize. The party seemed very cramped.

Great Portuguese food and prices are good. Wine prices are fair. It’s odd but the pasta is really good!!!

Leão D’Ouro (Golden Lion) is a great Portuguese restaurant. Their prices are average, but their food is delicious. The Bife à Casa is consistently good and the Caldo Verde is very good. I was with two other people who were very pleased with their meals; one had salmon and the other had some sort of Bacalhau (cod fish).
Also, a tray of breads (corn bread, regular bread, and some type of stiff bread) is served, along with a tray containing black olives, goat cheese, and a bruschetta like mix; all that is complimentary, and also very tasty.
If you like Portuguese food, you should definitely consider eating here.