Mar & Terra

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “First thing first i would like to say a big shout out to H aka Harrison Webb. He highly recommended this restaurant which is just around the corner from me and i didn’t know it existed! The welcoming staff was amazing and very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is spotless and very friendly and chilled. The food was absolutely amazing and i mean amazing! We will definitely be back soon and more often!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “I'm ridiculously picky when it comes to restaurants. Before I've even looked at the menu, I can usually tell whether I'm going to enjoy myself. It's the vibe, the atmosphere, the energy... you just know. I've walked into places before where everything looked nice, but something just felt off, and I couldn't relax enough to enjoy my meal. The moment I walked into Mar & Terra, though, it felt different. It was warm, welcoming, relaxed, and I instantly felt comfortable. That was the first green flag. ❤️ Then came the food... This was my first time trying Portuguese food and... where has it been all my life?! 🤯 We ordered the seafood platter and WOW. Everything tasted so fresh, perfectly seasoned and packed with flavour. Every bite made me want the next one. And don't even get me started on the bread... whoever made that bread deserves a raise because I genuinely could've eaten about five baskets of it. 😂🥖 For dessert, I ordered the chocolate mousse, which was rich, silky and absolutely delicious. Then I decided to try the tiniest little taste of the bolo de bolacha... honestly, it wasn't even a proper spoonful. 🤏😂 Big mistake. One tiny taste and I immediately said, "Nope... I need one of these to take home!" 🤣 That's how good it was. Light, creamy, not overly sweet, and easily one of the best desserts I've had in a long time. The restaurant itself was spotless, calm and welcoming. I absolutely loved that it wasn't overcrowded or deafeningly loud. You could actually sit back, enjoy your food and have a proper conversation without shouting across the table. Every member of staff we spoke to was friendly, welcoming and attentive. They made us feel looked after without hovering over us every five minutes. Now... the bill? 😂 Let's just say my bank account looked at me like, "Excuse me?" 💸🤣 But after leaving, I couldn't even complain because the food, the service and the whole experience genuinely made it feel worth it. If I could make one tiny suggestion, it'd be to tweak the seafood platter a little. There were lots of mussels and clams, which were lovely, but I'd happily swap a few of those for extra tiger prawns and a bit more crab. 🦐🦀 Everything was delicious I just wanted even more of the seafood I love! Safe to say, this won't be my last visit. If you've been thinking about trying Portuguese food, let this be your sign. And whatever you do... DO NOT leave without trying the Serradura. One tiny taste convinced me to buy a whole dessert to take home, and I regret absolutely nothing. 😂❤️🇵🇹”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Came to this restaurant off the back of a Youtube review and I cannot wait to be back. Value for money, great service. Sangria slapped. ORDER THE JUG. Wonderful staff. Mad I haven’t been here before this day. Wonderful scenes 10/10. I’ll be back before long :)”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “We love this place and will visit again soon. Great hearty food. Quality produce and cooking, rustic and authentic. Really hospitable and friendly service.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Easily one of the best restaurants in East London. Fantastic flavours. Real heart and passion has gone into making this food. What stood out the most was the warm welcome. We were made to feel like family there”

• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Had an absolutely fantastic experience at Mar & Terra. From the moment we walked in, you could feel that this place is built with genuine passion and care. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming and felt more like being invited into someone’s home than simply going out for dinner. The food was outstanding and beautifully presented — every dish arriving at the table felt special. The seafood was incredibly fresh and full of flavour, and the dessert was just as impressive. You can really tell there’s attention to detail in everything they serve. Looking through our meal, it felt like every plate had real thought, pride and creativity behind it. A huge thank you to Chef Viviana, who was absolutely fabulous. Her passion clearly shines through in the food and she made the whole experience even more memorable. It’s rare to come across a chef who creates dishes that not only look amazing but also leave a lasting impression. Also a special mention to the owner Nuno, who has created something genuinely special here. You can feel the personality and heart behind the restaurant, and that personal touch makes all the difference. Places like this are hard to find — amazing food, excellent service, a lovely atmosphere and people who genuinely care about what they do. Definitely recommend and already looking forward to coming back ❤️”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Second visit, and still excellent. Had the seafood banquet special, and it was. Great relaxed atmosphere and service too. Recommended following them, as short-term specials like this tend to be advertised on their socials.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Mar e Terra! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfectly set the tone for a great meal. The food was outstanding—every dish was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. A special mention has to go to Daniela, who was truly amazing. Her service was attentive, friendly, and made us feel so welcome throughout the entire visit. She really went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. If you’re looking for a place with delicious food, a fantastic atmosphere, and exceptional service, I can’t recommend Mar e Terra enough. I’ll definitely be coming back!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Pleasantly surprised. This place is amazing. Just the way the food is presented is so different from any other restaurant I’ve been to. I’m definitely coming back; and you should too. The staff are so nice and not overpowering at all. The portions are large as well, half of my friends took home a doggie back. Don’t get me started on the choices!!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “What an incredible place - booked for my dad’s birthday to have a family celebration there. The hosts were so kind and friendly. The food was delicious and abundant (great portion size we had to take some of it away!). Wine selection was great too. Can’t wait to go back!”