Tasco da Ilda

Tasco da Ilda is a gastronomic restaurant situated in Azambuja, Portugal, a 30-minute drive from Lisbon. It honors the founder’s great-grandmother Ilda and mother Fátima by preserving traditional Ribatejo recipes and regional culinary heritage. Chef Madalena Dias leads the kitchen, crafting dishes that blend authentic Ribatejan flavors with creative techniques, using locally sourced ingredients from both land and sea. The culinary offerings include specialties such as tuna tartare served on sushi rice with tobiko, creamy shrimp rice, duck escabeche with orange in a crispy pastry cone, and a veal hamburger served on bolo do caco bread. Desserts like Brisa do Lis combine Italian meringue, fresh berries, and puff pastry, while savory options include tuna pica pau with capers and steak with the chef’s special sauce. The restaurant’s atmosphere is warm and inviting, decorated with artisanal touches reflecting local traditions. An exclusive cellar and a private dining room accommodate up to 25 guests, making it suitable for celebrations and business gatherings alike. Tasco da Ilda is listed in the Michelin Guide 2026.