Calisto’s Portuguese Restaurant is located on London Road in Leicester, just south of the city centre in an area known for its diverse dining scene and strong local community. London Road is one of Leicester’s busiest thoroughfares, lined with independent restaurants, cafés and shops, and offering easy access to the city centre, Victoria Park and the surrounding residential neighbourhoods. Its position makes Calisto’s convenient for both local diners and visitors travelling into Leicester.
The restaurant forms part of a long-established Portuguese dining brand, known internationally for its generous portions, flame-grilled dishes and bold, authentic flavours. The Leicester site marks the brand’s first UK opening, bringing its South African-Portuguese heritage to the city. Calisto’s is recognised for its vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere, lively service and a menu built around traditional Portuguese cooking techniques.
The menu is extensive, offering a wide range of seafood, grilled meats, peri-peri dishes and classic Portuguese starters. Signature items include flame-grilled Portuguese chicken, prepared using the brand’s collection of marinades and spices, and peri-peri prawns, reflecting its coastal culinary roots. Starters feature dishes such as medium prawns with peri-peri sauce, grilled halloumi, calamari, chicken livers and Portuguese-style rissois (filled pastries).
The main menu spans combos, seafood plates, steaks, wings, pasta, curries, salads, sides and a dedicated kids’ menu, ensuring broad appeal for families and groups. Meals are freshly prepared using traditional Portuguese methods, with an emphasis on bold seasoning, flame grilling and generous portions. The restaurant also offers a fully halal menu, making it accessible to a wide range of diners in Leicester’s multicultural community.
With its central London Road location, lively atmosphere and menu rooted in Portuguese and South African influences, Calisto’s has quickly become a notable addition to Leicester’s dining scene, offering hearty, flavour-driven dishes in a warm, welcoming setting.