Considered one of the classics, with
a history stretching back more than 30 years.
Romando is the result of the passion
of Armando and Rosa, who launched this brand together. It is a family business.
We spoke to their daughter Patrícia (in charge of the group’s administrative matters),
and it was her who told us about her parents’ love story. Rosa was born in
Celorico de Bastos, and Armando in Vila do Conde. Initially, the restaurant was
located in a building next to the sports club. After 11 years, they acquired
the land on which the modern and attractive Romando we know today now stands. Throughout this venture parents and children
have witnessed the evolution of the restaurant, since they all work in it. And as
it’s a family business, all opinions must count , so, about 10 years ago, they
took a chance on the concept of Japanese food and created the Sushi Café, a
Japanese restaurant, located on the river bank in the city of Vila do Conde.
Shortly after starting this adventure, they came up with the idea of creating a
restaurant and bar concept in the Romando building. And that’s just what they
did. In the lower part of the venue, which they named Romando Privê, you can
enjoy a cocktail and a flute of champagne – they are Dom Pérignon ambassadors –
while tucking into Japanese dishes.