RESTAURANTE BLUE JARDIM
Read moreThomas and Carole, a friendly French couple who have fallen in love with Nazaré, run this blue-and-white restaurant. The Blue Jardim is set back from the tourist hotspots. On the menu: pasta, homemade pizzas made with quality products and a French touch for a taste of France. For dessert, choose from a wide variety of ice creams and other sweets. Don't hesitate to ask for advice on the city and its surroundings. Takeaway pizzas. Great atmosphere and friendly service.
CERVEJARIA REAL FABRICA
Read moreLocated in the corner of Rato Square, on the street that goes to Príncipe Real, this brewery is seen by its imposing façade. It is installed in a public building dating back to 1741, which later underwent several transformations - the objective was to unify the architecture of the neighborhood. At the time, it was in this area that silk was manufactured, and the building had the Kingdom silk factory. It should be noted that the project was originally designed by the French Weaver Robert Godin. Inside, a spacious and warm setting, and attentive service. The flat side serves Portuguese cuisine, a great deal of choice: Du-fries - served with sauce - rice with seafood, grilled fish - we recommend mero - octopus in the oven, cod specialities… For a small snack in the afternoon, there are plenty of petiscos. Excellent value for money.
BACALHOEIRO
Read moreA sleek, modern restaurant on the waterfront of Vila Nova de Gaia that, as its name suggests, cooks cod in a variety of ways: in pieces, in a hamburger, breaded, accompanied by chips. The portions are generous, the cooking is perfect and the dishes are elegantly presented. Delicious octopus salad. Great view of the Douro River and the Ribeira. Great service with waiters who understand French. You will finish the meal on a sweet note with an excellent pear with wine, chocolate cake or ice cream.
ABSTRACTO
Read moreThe restaurant is in one of the pedestrian streets of the historic centre of Tavira, close to the Roman bridge. At this address, a warm friendly and smiling is always made to the guests. With its original interior resolutely Art deco and by its culinary suggestions, this restaurant offers international cuisine and contemporary taste with music. An excellent selection of dishes made with local produce is also available. On the walls, you can discover the works of local artists (temporary exhibitions). A good address.
RESTAURANTE FRANGINHO REAL
Read moreIn a street parallel to Almirante Reis Avenue, with a typical Portuguese decoration and a special attention to presentation, Franginho Real offers well elaborated Portuguese dishes made mainly with meat (not recommended for vegetarians). One of the specialties, "O frango a guia", a chicken with a small preparation, is to be discovered. As curiosities: a caipirinha and starters with grilled sausages. An elaborate range of wines.
RESTAURANTE VENEZA
Read moreOriginally a grocery store that was converted into a Veneza dance hall in 1970, this restaurant, which still bears the name of the Italian city, transports you into a long-standing family business. You can choose between two spaces: the terrace, which offers a local atmosphere on the city's busiest pedestrian street. Or the dining room where you can enjoy your meal with light background music. You can enjoy traditional Portuguese dishes such as monkfish orameijoas cataplana or international specialties (Chateaubriand). A sure value.
GRANJA VELHA
Read moreIn a usual rather harsh setting with an aluminium counter and half-height tiles on the walls, the menu offers us some classics: sprinkle with mariscos, sprinkle with tamboril, açorda with mariscos, fondues, porco carne na cataplana and then quite a few grilled fish with rice or potatoes. The products are fresh, the wines mainly from the Douro and Alentejo, the service is well established and the clientele is 90% satisfied. Don't miss the last Friday of the month, the meal singing with very good fado artists!
RESTAURANTE TRAÇA
This restaurant serves cuisine inspired by traditional gastronomy with an ...Read more
CHEZ LAPIN
Read moreChez Lapin stands out from other tourist restaurants, all lined up here, by the quality of its dishes. A little more expensive than the competitors, but the regional specialities are respectable, and accompanied by carefully prepared sauces and well-cooked vegetables. Beautiful terrace and interior room in a very authentic 16th century building. The rabbit, of course, in cassolette or the roasted octopus, well cooked are to be enjoyed. Be careful, the service can be uneven on busy days: in this case, you must know not to be impatient.
RESTAURANTE CERVEJARIA ESTRELA DO MAR II
Read moreThe unavoidable cataplana (stewed fish with tomatoes, onions, potatoes and spices), the arroz de mariscos (rice and seafood) and the divine orange roll with childhood flavors are honored in this small restaurant. Here, a simple marine decor sets the tone and you can feel that the fish is ultra fresh and straight from the sea to the plate. No exuberance, the service remains calm and discreet, so we wait, we relax, we enjoy.
RESTAURANTE LUSITANA
Read moreIts terrace on the Tâmega already makes you want to settle down to enjoy the view. And luckily, the food at Lusitana is delicious. This casa de pasto, although simple and popular, has made its specialty baked meat. And it's a treat. The hash browns served on the side are a dinguery. They don't push you to eat (you can take a half or a whole ration). You can also eat fish or an excellent grilled octopus. Friendly atmosphere. For a successful lunch.
RESTAURANTE PORTO ANTIGO
Read moreHere's a tasca that lives up to its name! It is like the old taverns, all along with its artificial vine, its bunches of grapes, and its small wooden tables. You can eat good portions of daily specials at an unbeatable price. You will have the choice between two dishes. It feels like another time, the atmosphere is very typical, and the locals make up the bulk of the clientele. An address for the curious in search of authenticity! A little advice as a starter, taste the presunto (cured ham), it is excellent.
CONSENSUAL
Read moreAccording to them, it's the best-kept secret in the neighborhood. Here you ring the doorbell to enter. The staff are waiting to offer you discreet, attentive service. You enter a refined, romantic setting for a quiet evening for two or with friends, far from the hustle and bustle of the neighborhood. On the menu are à la carte dishes or a selection of tapas with ultra-careful presentation. All washed down with a good selection of wines. The restaurant boasts a wine list with over 100 references!
OS TRÊS POTES
Read moreIn a relaxed atmosphere, here is a traditional and rustic house offering quality regional cuisine. The place is magnificent, in the past, they used to bake all the bread of the city in the big oven still preserved. Stone walls, beautiful embroidered tablecloths, in short, you can taste dishes in a typical place. Meat or fish, both are tasty, without forgetting to order a vinho verde, by the glass or in bottle. Attentive service in a friendly atmosphere. Os Três Potes should deliver on its promise of a pleasant meal.
O VINHÃO
Read moreA little offcentre, North-East of the city centre, near the barracks Bombeiros. In this long welcoming room, people from Faro come as a delegation are sure of still able to taste the best black pork (porco preto grilled), or the arroz de tamboril. With also taste: the bacalhau homemade (depending on five different dishes) and the octopus fillet. Extensive wine list and diverse.
MUSEU D'AVÓ
Intimate atmosphere in this small restaurant which serves good pesticos to ...Read more
CAFFÉ LATTÉ
Read moreA small restaurant with a large terrace overlooking one of the pedestrian streets of the city. It's a good place to eat a big salad, a sandwich or a quick dish. Good fruit juice card and gin cocktails. The servers are for small care.
PASTELARIA BÉNARD
Read moreA few steps from A Brasileira's glorious past, between its old decoration, its waiters in large aprons and its famous cakes, this house has the favours of many Lisbonites who sit inside (with restaurant at the back) or on the terrace. Greed sometimes imposes sacrifices, such as submitting to a cashier who is impassive and not always friendly. If you have opted for a (more expensive) table, you can point out to the server what you want. And, no mercy for the croissants!
CUCA
Read moreA bistro as we like them, in a small street (with a terrace) in a quiet place and above all with a very friendly team. The sar, the sea bream and the salmon are excellent, grilled to perfection and served with seasonal vegetables, often with simple batatas, so dear to the locals' taste. Indeed, it is the Portuguese who frequent this establishment massively outside the tourist areas. It is one of the restaurants where you can still have the chance to taste sea eels that are so rarely on the menu.
BACALHAU À NARCISA
Read moreIf the entrance seems unwelcoming, push on to the back room with its small square tables, decorated with naive tiles. Here, cod is king, cooked in a popular, authentic way. The vinho verde is on the barrel (no, not in the cask). The dishes served here are not the lightest, that's what makes the reputation of the place. The frequentation is very local and composed of regulars. There are also very good desserts, for those who still have some space left.
ADEGA VILA MEA
Read moreA family-run and touristy gargote that serves different dishes in portions, half portions or quarter portions. Be careful, it's very hearty, the half portions are more than enough unless you're starving. The arroz de polvo (octopus rice) is delicious as is the cod a la plancha. The grilled fish is also worth a try. You can also find meat on the menu like the famous pork cheeks generously cooked by the owner. It's simple, copious and cheap. Perfect for a lunch break.
CASA DO CHICO
Read moreThe restaurant of Adelina da Silva Melo is very warm, and all fish specialities from the region are tasted. Bonito!
ESTAMINÉ
Read moreIt is something that intrigues from the ferry: the solar panels in front of which one wonders. The only infrastructure on the island is a 100% eco-friendly restaurant with an unbeatable setting. The sea water is treated to be drinkable and the panels provide energy even during winter. All this in a wooden construction on stilts that fits perfectly into the decor of a deserted island. Food: clams from the park, fried calamari, octopus salad, or fresh fish cooked according to your mood. A treat to savor an exceptional moment.
RESTAURANTE 7 À 7
Read moreA rustic setting for a cuisine that is just as rustic. Among the dishes of the day, you can opt for ultra copious plates(arroz de sarrabulho or cozido à portuguesa) before making sure that the homemade pudim is as delicious as ever. Don't forget to accompany your dish with a glass of vinho verde, whose list is varied: the wines are well selected by the restaurant team. Close to the market, this quality address in Monção keeps its promises. Friendly atmosphere. Impeccable service. Recommended.
ZÉ MORGADINHO
Read moreA small white house on the seafront at the level of the small marina of Alvor with a terrace where the tables are covered with blue and white checkered tablecloths. The smell of the sardines grilling outside calls out to you. Here you can enjoy different fish, but you will understand that the specialty is the grilled sardines accompanied by boiled potatoes. Lovers of cataplana, a specialty of the Algarve, will not be disappointed either. In short, we melt with pleasure in this simple but exceptional restaurant.
ALKIMYA
Read moreHere'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.
TAVERNA DO MERCEEIRO
Read moreThis 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!
100 PAPAS
Read moreA modern and stylish restaurant on the edge of the. You can choose between the room (modern, even minimalist) or the large terrace, above the river. Regional, international (salads, pasta) and vegetarian dishes make this restaurant a very good choice for a pleasant meal.
MISS’OPO BAR-RESTAURANT
Read moreIn the guesthouse of the same name, this bar-restaurant offers a modern cuisine made with local products. On the menu, for example: cheese or vegetarian toast, couscous-style mixed salad, seafood in the shell, rice with vegetables cooked in a wok... Special mention for the excellent craft beer. Also some well selected wines. Friendly atmosphere where you feel at home. Smiling and dynamic service. A nice address that will change from the traditional Portuguese dishes. The portions may seem a little small for some.
GUILTY BY OLIVIER, PARQUE DAS NAÇÕES
Read moreA large bistro-style room, large leather benches reminiscent of club chairs, bottles of wine displayed on the back wall: in short, everything to feel in a warm atmosphere. Located on the first floor of the Tivoli Oriente hotel, this restaurant invites you to indulge without feeling guilty. You'll find classic Italian dishes: pizzas, pastas but also salads and all kinds of side dishes.
TABERNA DO BACALHAU
Read moreThis 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
RESTAURANTE DONA MARIA
Read moreThis restaurant located in Vila Nova de Gaia, which doesn't look like much from the outside, nevertheless offers a tasty Portuguese cuisine. On the menu: cod, the emblematic fish of the region, tripe Porto style, vegetable soup, fish fillets, octopus and some pieces of meat accompanied by potatoes, rice or vegetables. The service is quite fast and the staff is very attentive. Some wines will enhance the generous dishes served (ask for advice). A nice address and a smiling service.
RESTAURANTE A RAPOSA
Read moreOnce a tea room, this is now a restaurant. Here, in a historic Sintra house, you can enjoy a fine meal, while admiring the painted and molded ceilings, the view over the gardens and the antique furniture. Everything is done to immerse you in the romantic Sintra of the 18thand 19th centuries. The cuisine is Mediterranean-inspired, using the finest ingredients possible. There are also options for vegetarians, such as risotto with baby vegetables.
VILA CAMELIA
Read moreStrasbourg chef Enrico Lestuzzi (1 Michelin star for 11 years), his Portuguese wife Manuela and their 2 grown-up children left France to open this restaurant in winter 2022. In a beautiful building, the 30 guests will have the chance to discover a gourmet and refined cuisine, based on local and seasonal products. The menu, conceived as a return to the market, changes with the seasons. Unbeatable value for money on the lunch menu. Impeccable service in French. In summer, a flower garden awaits you at the back. Reservations required.
CASA DE PASTO DAS CARVALHEIRAS
Read moreUnlike the traditional establishments in the city, the dominant feature of this restaurant is its fusion cuisine. A colorful, cheerfully noisy room with an open kitchen awaits you as well as dishes that change every month. Priority is given to sauces from elsewhere. The cod fritters are inspired by Asia. The desserts made to order conclude your meal in a nice way! Eminently friendly and available service. Nice proposal of wines by the glass.
MARIA MORCONA
Read moreIt's the kind of address at the corner of a street where you push the door by chance, and suddenly, at the end of the corridor, big tables of friends are set up to share tapas in a joyful and relaxed atmosphere. Go for the ribs, the tralheira on its 3 levels (spinach, alheira, quail egg) and, for dessert, you'll choose the Bambocona. It's hearty, fresh and cheap. The owner, Dina, is Franco-Portuguese, so don't hesitate to ask her for advice: she is extremely friendly. Nice terrace at the back. Reservation recommended.
TAPAS NAS COSTAS
Read moreIn 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.
MURO DO BACALHAU
Read moreExcellent intimate restaurant with about 20 seats, located on the banks of the Douro with a fantastic view of the Dom bridgeLuis. In a wooded decor, with blues-jazz music in the background, guests share good small dishes in bistronomy mode, perfectly executed, which allows to taste several of them like this fantastic rice with duck, chorizo, apricots or the tasty and ultra fresh cod with egg yolk sauce. The staff is not only attentive but also adorable. French menu. Reservation recommended.
KITCHENETTE POP UP CAFÉ
Read moreInitially, it was a project to promote small producers through the sale of monthly baskets. The project has grown since 2019, and has become a laboratory for experimentation thanks to this café, which opened in the Campo de Ourique neighborhood. As well as being a café, it's a pop-up kitchen that can be booked to test its catering concept. In this way, the offer changes regularly, and you'll have the opportunity to preview the cuisine of future restaurants.
RESTAURANT A COZINHA
Read moreThis Michelin-starred restaurant is an excellent surprise, a little away from the city center. It is a modern, high-flying gastronomy that revisits the classics of Portuguese cuisine with great elegance and refinement. The chef shows great respect for the top quality products he uses and offers his clients formidably balanced dishes thanks to the finesse of his inspirations. You will have the choice between different menus or a la carte dishes. The divine appetizers announce the color of the (great) meal. Excellent wine list.
LA FUGITIVA TACO BAR
Read moreImmerse yourself in the Mexican atmosphere by walking through the door of this restaurant. Its motto: I eat tacos therefore I exist. We will have understood which dish is put in the honor here! Don't worry, there are also other dishes like salads, nachos or tortas (improved sandwiches). We like to come there at the time of the happy hour, to have two margaritas for the price of one. Outside, a small improvised terrace with chairs and multicolored tables. Inside, a lot of colors also with a big mural.
OVEN LISBOA
Read moreOven, in reference to the famous tandoor oven used in Indian cuisine for over 5,000 years! This restaurant brought one, handcrafted from Delhi: no less than 8,500 km traveled to the streets of Baixa Pombalina. Chef Hari Chapagain has composed a menu with the most traditional dishes of Indian and Nepalese cuisine, such as the famous tandoori chicken. A menu with a wide choice of dishes including vegetarian options. And, unusual in Indian restaurants, there are also desserts...
TERROIR RESTAURANTE
A must to try for the most gourmets. Terroir offers a refined, author's ...Read more
COM CERTEZA
Read moreYou'll love this address, that's for sure! A large room with marble tables and rustic wooden chairs, walls decorated with objects from yesteryear: everything is there to immerse you in the atmosphere. There's no doubt you're in Portugal! Behind the counter, you can watch the chef prepare your dish before it reaches your table. The portions are very generous. Friendly service. A very good address for Portuguese food. Reservations required if you want a table.
CAFÉ MORTARA
How can you choose between delicious pizzas and typical Italian pasta ...Read more
ASSADOR ALTINHO
Read moreYou have to climb to the top of the village of Odeceixe to find this restaurant located near the inratable mill. Once a popular tavern frequented by the villagers, the space has been renewed and updated but the flavors have remained very local. The Assador Altinho is deliberately oriented towards a cuisine faithful to the tradition with a strong character: ham tapas, grilled octopus or xerém algarvio... Generous portions, interesting wines, decent prices and good atmosphere, the perfect combo promising a good evening!