The Portuguese Chicken House – Mediterranean
The air at The Portuguese Chicken House is thick with the savory perfume of flame-kissed poultry and sizzling chouriço, drawing diners into a vibrant space where traditional flavors take center stage. Golden-brown codfish cakes and crispy pork skins offer a satisfying crunch alongside succulent, charred chicken meals and hearty sandwiches piled high with tender, seasoned meat. It is a soulful destination where the simple artistry of the grill captures the unpretentious spirit of an authentic Lisbon churrasqueira.
Bloor Street West +16473502442 https://theportuguesechickenhouse.caRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Portuguese Chicken House
Dairy-Free at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portuguese Grilled Sausage, Fish Fillet Dinner and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portuguese Grilled Sausage, Fish Fillet Dinner and Collard Green Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish Fillet Dinner, Flan Pudding and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rotisserie Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rotisserie Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rotisserie Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries and Rotisserie Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Portuguese Chicken House
The Portuguese Chicken House in Toronto has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Parisienne Potato and Luso Water 330ml. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Portuguese Chicken House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Collard Green Soup | 7.7 g | 25 g |
| Rotisserie Chicken | 0.4 g | 21.3 g |
| Veggie Rice | 62.1 g | 15 g |
| Flan Pudding | 39.7 g | 12.2 g |
| Pork Sandwich | 33.3 g | 12.1 g |
| Chocolate Mousse | 103.4 g | 11 g |
| Combo Chicken Sandwich | 15.5 g | 10.5 g |
| Spinach Soup | 40.9 g | 10.2 g |
| Fish Filet Sandwich | 14.9 g | 10 g |
| Steak Sandwich | 15.2 g | 9.2 g |
| Bean Stew | 14.5 g | 6.6 g |
| Codfish Cake | 41.7 g | 5.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Final Draft:* Celebrated for its consistency and reliable casual dining, guests appreciate the unpretentious atmosphere that makes it a dependable choice for a relaxed meal with friends. Reviewers highlight the
Menu
Combo Meals
- 1/4 Grilled Chicken Meal - $13: 1/4 Portuguese Grilled Chicken (Dark or White Meat) with 2 medium sides: Veggie Rice and Parisienne Potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Grilled Chicken Meal - $17: 1/2 Portuguese Grilled Chicken with 2 medium sides: Veggie Rice and Parisienne Potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1 Grilled Chicken Meal - $32: 1 Portuguese Grilled Chicken with 2 Medium Sides: Veggie Rice and Parisienne Potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Pork Sandwich - $15: Portuguese Pork Sandwich with Sauteed Onions on a Portuguese Bun with French Fries & a Soft Drink Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Chicken Sandwich - $15: BBQ Chicken on a Paposeco with lettuce, tomato, cucumbers and onions on a Portuguese bun with French Fries & a Soft Drink Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Codfish Cake - $1.7: Salt codfish, potato, garlic and onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Patties - $1.7: Creamy shrimp filling Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portuguese Grilled Sausage - $14: Typical Portuguese sausage grilled Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pork Skins - $5: 250g Pack of typical Portuguese fried pork skin Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Pork Sandwich - $12: Portuguese Pork Sandwich with Sauteed Onions on a Portuguese Bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $12: Steak with Sauteed Onions on a Portuguese Bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Filet Sandwich - $15: Fish filet of sole with greens, tomato, cucumber, onions, mayo and mustard Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Spinach Soup - $7: Spinach and mixed veggie puree (16 oz) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Green Soup - $7: Potatoes purée, chouriço sausage, thinly sliced collard greens Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Portuguese Grilled Chicken - $19: Traditionally Portuguese Grilled Chicken Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rotisserie Chicken - $18: Whole famous Rotisserie Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Stew - $15: Beans stew with pork meat, chouriço and vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Fillet Dinner - $16: 2 pieces of fish fillet with 2 medium sides Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Veggie Rice - $5: Rice, green peas, carrots and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parisienne Potato - $6: Oven roasted Parisienne potatoes with special seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5: Traditional hand cut French fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Custard Tart - $2: Creamy Custard in a Puff Pastry Shell Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Mousse - $3.5: Chocolate, cream, sugar, eggs and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan Pudding - $3.5: Eggs, Milk, Sugar, Topped with Caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Luso Water 330ml - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sumol Orange 330ml - $2.5: Portuguese orange soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Coca-Cola 355ml - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Portuguese Chicken House
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The provided reviews do not list specific concerns, instead highlighting the restaurant's consistency, reliable casual dining, and unpretentious atmosphere.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly Mediterranean experience with high-protein, keto-friendly grilled meats and unpretentious, reliable service would enjoy this restaurant.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Menu options include keto, low-carb, and gluten-free items like grilled chicken, sausage, and pork skins, though no specific vegan dishes are listed.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests appreciate the restaurant's consistency, reliable casual dining, and unpretentious atmosphere, making it a dependable choice for relaxed meals.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a relaxed, casual meal with friends featuring consistent, flame-grilled chicken and traditional Portuguese sides in an unpretentious atmosphere.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, paleo, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, dairy-free, whole30, and mediterranean across its menu.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly, casual Mediterranean spot known for consistent grilled chicken, pork sandwiches, and an unpretentious atmosphere.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include specific hours of operation for The Portuguese Chicken House at this time.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Mediterranean restaurant is a dependable choice for casual dining, though it maintains a moderate 3.0/5 rating.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Portuguese Grilled Sausage, Rotisserie Chicken, Portuguese Grilled Chicken, and Fried Pork Skins are all keto and gluten-free options.
- Is The Portuguese Chicken House dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Portuguese Chicken House has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portuguese Grilled Sausage, Fish Fillet Dinner and French Fries.
- What can I eat at The Portuguese Chicken House on a dairy-free diet?
- Portuguese Grilled Sausage, Fish Fillet Dinner and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Portuguese Chicken House have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Parisienne Potato.
- Is The Portuguese Chicken House gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Portuguese Chicken House?
- Collard Green Soup, at roughly 25g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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