The best restaurants Castelo Branco

Regional meat and fish specialties are served in this restaurant. Here, the dishes are presented soberly, but they have a lot of taste. The setting is simple, with little penguin figurines here and there, a nod to the name of the establishment whose origin remains a mystery: ask the owners in Portuguese or English for information in order to solve this enigma. The service is efficient and pleasant, as is the atmosphere, which is always friendly, whether or not there are people around. Excellent meal guaranteed and very reasonable prices.

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

A very simple, discreet canteen a few steps from Castelo Branco town center, serving exclusively vegetarian dishes. The cook is very friendly and smiles. There's a single menu at lunchtime, with starter, main course and dessert. Drinks are extra. The dining room seats around twenty, and gradually fills up after lunch. You'll only see regulars here. Credit cards are not accepted. Ideal for a quick bite while exploring the city.

A very simple address, located in the center of Castelo Branco, where you can enjoy the famous bifanas, small sandwiches filled mostly with veal cutlets. But there's something here for every taste, at a low price. The restaurant also offers dishes and soups of the day, as well as a full menu, ideal for those who are a little hungry when visiting Castelo Branco. There are also more generous dishes, such as risotto or the inevitable francesinha. And let's not forget the delicious, perfectly executed desserts. Good service.

With its little tavern atmosphere inside (which you wouldn't guess from the outside), the slightly off-center Palitão is a great place to enjoy a good meal. Its cuisine is essentially Mediterranean, but also Portuguese. The dishes are generous - mainly meat - and served with good accompaniments. Products are fresh and in season. Good atmosphere and attentive service. Ideal for a good-value restaurant. A fine selection of wines and equally delicious desserts.