Monday

11 am - 9 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 9 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 9 pm

Thursday

11 am - 9 pm

Friday

11 am - 9 pm

Saturday

11 am - 9 pm

Sunday

11 am - 9 pm

About

Cantinho Express serves authentic Portuguese cuisine focused on charcoal-grilled specialties and fresh seafood. The menu features classic preparations of whole fish and marinated poultry cooked over open flames to achieve an authentic smoky profile. Traditional side dishes such as seasoned potatoes and crisp salads complement the main protein selections. The kitchen maintains high standards for ingredient sourcing to ensure quality and consistency in every dish. Patrons observe an open-style preparation area that highlights the direct grilling techniques used for various signature offerings. This establishment prioritizes quick service and straightforward culinary execution for those seeking genuine Iberian flavors in a focused environment. Every meal reflects fundamental techniques designed to showcase the natural characteristics of imported staples and local maritime products prepared with seasoned expertise.

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*as of 2026-07-15

3.9 238 ratings

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Review Summary

Cantinho Express receives varied feedback regarding its offerings and operations. Many patrons praise the restaurant for its delicious Portuguese charcoal chicken, excellent piri piri sauce, and generous portion sizes at reasonable prices. While several customers highlight quick and friendly service that enhances their dining experience, others report significant inconsistencies, including issues with order accuracy, undercooked food, and instances of unprofessional or rude communication from staff. Though some diners consider it a hidden gem perfect for a casual meal, concerns about the changing quality of the food and lackluster service at certain locations have left some long-time customers feeling disappointed.

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Adriana

5.0

the food is delicious, you have to try it if you love chicken! their rice & fries are INCREDIBLE

Feb 28, 2024

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Isa

5.0

Nous avons fait une commande de 18 plats... Mélanie a été géniale & aucune erreur.. Merci!

Feb 2, 2024

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Carlo

3.0

You call in an order to be ready for pick up & once you get there you wait like as if you never ordered. Why bother taking an order of you're not going to do it & have it ready?

Dec 31, 2023

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Bill

5.0

The food is amazing, I really liked the style of the place & the decor, the staff was polite, efficient & the gentleman that took our order & the rest of the staff offered great service, the chicken, rice & the potatoes were delicious & the portions are enormous & prices are reasonable. Totally worth it... I highly recommend it!!

Dec 14, 2023

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WILEAU

4.0

Le poulet portugais wow!

Nov 30, 2023

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Christine

2.0

Placed an order for family meal & added a full chorizo for take out. Got home with half of chorizo. When I called they said they gave me a whole one. They tried to convince me that that was a full sausage. Unfortunately the are trying to fool the wrong person because I'm Portuguese & I know it wasn't a full one. Tried to speak with manager they said someone will call me back & no one ever did. It's kinda disappointing.

Nov 4, 2023

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Jean

5.0

Très bonne nourriture, bon service

Oct 17, 2023

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Marie

3.0

Le poulet & la sauce vraiment bon & savoureux. La salade pourrait être mieux car apres avoir trouvé une feuille complete meme pas coupé & un coeur de salade entier dans ma salade ouf. Le staff a besoin de formation. Les frites sont bonne & le riz aussi. Boss former votre personnel. Jaimais beaucoup ce restaurant avant. Les cotes levees sont delicieuses.assiette portions genereuses

Sep 22, 2023

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Karel

3.0

We ordered with a bunch of friends so we tried various items on the menu. The chicken poutine was very tasty & the chicken filled with flavor. However, we ordered extra cheese & there was barely any cheese at all. The 1/4 chicken plates we're honestly just ok, nothing exceptionnal. The last item we got was a chicken salad & that was completely dissapointing. It was drowned in oil. Bottom line, the chicken itself tastes great but the rest is so-so.

Sep 22, 2023

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Rohin

5.0

Excellent qualité/prix. La nourriture vaut le détour !

Sep 5, 2023

on Google

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