Mediterranean cuisine restaurants Central And Beiras

Everything is good, nothing is expensive. The locals are not mistaken to see the queue. But patience is rewarded: the dishes, of local excellence, are very copious (don't hesitate to take one for two). This is not the place to go if you are looking for a little privacy: the huge rooms under their high ceilings each accommodate about 100 guests. Try theArroz de Polvo com camaroes, the rib stew or the grilled beef tenderloin, you won't be disappointed. Tasty desserts and a good wine list too.

Located in the former palace of the Civil Governor, the establishment, which opened in December 2015 just a few meters from the center and below the university, boasts one of Coimbra's most beautiful terraces. It's a great place to meet up with friends during the day and in the evening. The young chef's cuisine is original and refined. Excellent wines from the region. Great cocktails, including the Basil Smash Gin, a marvel of balance. Quality service.

Open for 30 years, the Salpoente is installed in old renovated salt deposits, the two red houses of the edge of the canal make their effect. In spite of the gigantic space of the service room, one manages to keep a little intimacy thanks to a warm decoration. The products of the region (eels, oysters, fish of the coast, marinhoa meat...) are cooked with a lot of refinement and the traditional dishes are revisited thanks to the creativity and the dynamism of a young team. A vegetarian menu is also available. Service with the small care.

In a voluntarily medieval atmosphere - vaulted stone cellars, torches hanging on the walls, old and massive counter - one could believe in a tourist trap. However, it is nothing of the kind and if you let yourself be taken in by the game, you will have a good time. The chestnut and mushroom soup, the lamb chop, the spinach and goat cheese pie, the chestnut-based desserts are excellent. Everything is home-made. Put on your knight's helmet and enjoy!

Run by the friendly, colorful and multilingual Cyrano Rodriguez, the Coconuts Restaurante keeps its promises of escape: you can taste a really original and delicious Indo-Portuguese fusion cuisine at far lower prices than a one-way ticket to Goa. There is something for every taste and the vegetarian variations are very tasty! The plates are generous and colorful, the desserts excellent. If you are in Leiria, this is one of the best restaurants to go to for lunch or dinner. Very good atmosphere and very friendly service.

In the chic Arcadas restaurant of the luxurious Quinta das Lágrimas, you will enjoy gourmet cuisine from the culinary traditions of the region and the centuries of history of the quinta. You can choose a dish from the à la carte menu or opt for one of the 3 tasting menus. Every great meal begins with appetizers, and Arcadas' are exceptional. Excellent advice from the sommelier who also offers a superb wine list by the glass, ideal for tasting different wines. Eating "Ines' heart" for dessert is an unforgettable experience. Wonderful terrace.

Just a few steps from the sanctuary, this restaurant of Portuguese specialties stands out as much for the quality of its cuisine as for the very friendly welcome of the multilingual staff. It is one of the restaurants to be tested during your passage in this holy city. The design touch of the decoration in light and elegant tones is very pleasant. The dishes are extremely well presented and delicious. Try the wild boar or the octopus and at the end of the meal discover the sheep cheese a la manera portuguesa. Great address, which could well become your canteen!

On the first floor of a villa, in a warm space with a family atmosphere, an entirely homemade kitchen executed with care in the tradition of the region with fresh products. Miguel, the owner of the place, will welcome you with open arms in French. His main concern is that his dishes reflect the flavor of the ingredients. The regional dishes are cooked in the stone oven and in the wood oven like the famous "cozido" Portuguese style. The bread is also homemade and wood-fired. An excellent quality-price ratio that is worth the detour.

This small restaurant is located a little away from the center of Guarda and has a regular clientele. During the fire, the team in the room that the owner has been leading with a master hand for several decades, ensures a very professional service. You can find all Portuguese specialties, from meat to fish. You can choose the size of your portion. It would be impossible to mention Colmeia without mentioning the vast cellar that it has: for a reasonable price, you can choose a good bottle of wine from the Douro or the Alentejo.

Don't let its old-fashioned façade fool you, because Luna is one of the best places in town. Here we offer refined Portuguese cuisine, with an extra French touch since the chef has lived in France. You can eat for example a delicious duck confit, tasty tagliatelle with prawns... a delight! The ice cream cup for dessert is perfect. The welcome is warm and the service impeccable, in a room with an elegant decoration. Intimate atmosphere. Remember to make reservations, especially in high season, because it is quickly full.

Here's a great place to enjoy a drink or a fine meal. Alkimya is a bistro-wine bar that welcomes you in a rustic-modern setting. The menu offers dishes and tapas to please everyone: fish (mainly octopus and bacalhau ), fine cuts of meat and vegetarian options. A few petiscos to start with, such as a delicious salmon ceviche. Choose from a 3-course tasting menu with a glass of wine (perfect for the undecided and/or the curious). Chocolate, iced or fruity desserts. Impeccable service.

This tavern, which also sells groceries, is run by a local family and offers ultra-efficient, no-fuss cooking. The plates are colorful, generous and delicious. Whatever you choose from the menu, you shouldn't be disappointed. In the end, the hardest thing here is to save room for the delicious homemade desserts. Simple, cheap and good! The space is intimate and bright. We take the time to explain the dishes in a warm atmosphere. Impeccable service. An address to visit or revisit!

This tavern-restaurant that belongs to the Ribeiro Hotel is a very good address in Fátima. As its name indicates, you will eat mainly cod, the bacalhau, considered as the star of the Portuguese cuisine. The chefs and owners of the place will welcome you with a smile. On the menu: Bacalhau à Zé do Pipo (cod au gratin with onion and mashed potatoes), Bacalhau à casa (with egg), an excellent octopus, chicken, etc. Fast service. Good selection of wines and excellent desserts all homemade

In the street leading to Sé, this tapas restaurant is located in a small and pleasant square. Its terrace is so cute. Here we share good original dishes rather refined: croquettes of duck confit, lamb almonds/honey, cockles with chorizo and focaccias are a pure happiness. The restaurant's room is cosy and its stone vaults give it a lot of elegance. The prices are reasonable. The waiters all speak English and will be delighted to help you choose. Excellent red and white sangria.

This restaurant offers delicious traditional cuisine. The menu changes regularly. Check the website for the weekly menu, which should already make your mouth water. Oh! Vargas is located on the side of National Road 3 in the north of Santarém. It is ideal for a mid-day stopover if you are traveling by car. Takeaway and wine sales in the adjoining store. Open kitchen, nice welcome and good service. Good atmosphere. The wine cellar built into the wall of the room is superb, just like the selection.

Make yourself comfortable in the restaurant room, with its typical decoration, with a small tavern atmosphere, and enjoy the excellent moment and the delicious meal. The menu of the restaurant Forja do Ferreiro offers simple but good regional cuisine. For example, you can choose the cabrito no forno (baked lamb) or the enguias fritas (fried eels), particularly recommended by the chef. Good wine list and efficient desserts

If you're looking for a restaurant where you can sample Alentejano gourmet cuisine, Taberna Ó Balcão is the place to go. Chef Rodrigo Castelo heads up a team of enthusiasts who bend over backwards to offer you tasty, inventive, perfectly executed and particularly well-presented dishes: a no-brainer! The tasting menu allows you to discover the best local recipes revisited in a gastro version. Excellent wine list to accompany your meal. Reservations are recommended, and service is impeccable.

A restaurant located in a street a few steps away from the cathedral, whose interior is not visible until you enter. You can have lunch or dinner on sturdy wooden tables and chairs, in a traditional setting. The cuisine is a mixture of classic and simple, with bacalhau. Also salads and omelets and a very affordable daily menu to change the menu. The plates are generous, you can eat well at very reasonable prices. A warm atmosphere, an attentive and fast service despite the influx of customers

In an alleyway just a few steps from the 8 de Maio square, the No Tacho tavern invites you to sample its delicious Portuguese cuisine. Behind the stoves, chef Vitor de Oliveira and his team offer dishes generally based on local, seasonal produce: octopus, bacalhau, local meat, accompanied by potatoes, rice or finely seasoned vegetables, and a platter of Portuguese cheeses. Desserts include ice cream, caramel pudding or the traditional "morgado do bussaco". A fine selection of wines. Quality service.

Offering a panoramic view of the beach from the heights of Pataias, the Mad is a superb address to visit if you find yourself in this area. Its cuisine is essentially sea-based. Octopus, seafood, fish, clams and moules-frites are beautifully presented on the plate (a feast for the eyes). Flavors explode in the mouth instantly (a pleasure for the taste buds). Nice cuts of meat too. A finely crafted wine list, good desserts. Cosy atmosphere, attentive, smiling service.