Sintra, the Estoril Coast, and the Setúbal Peninsula Restaurants

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  • 1. Casa da Baía

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    In an eye-catching blue-and-white building that also houses the tourist information center and a small museum, the Casa da Baía serves cakes and pastries from around the region. You place your order at a small deli (well stocked with Moscatel and Peninsula de Setúbal wines) and then take a seat in the dining room or head out to a vast terrace complete with comfy deck chairs.

    Av. Luísa Todi 468, Setúbal, Setúbal, 2900-456, Portugal
    265 545 010

    Known For

    • Toasted sandwiches and other savory snacks
    • Delicious local products
    • Live music on weekends
  • 2. Fábrica De Tortas Azeitonense

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    When in town, sweet-toothed visitors should be sure to sample the local specialty called tortas de Azeitão: little sweet sponge cakes filled with an egg-and-cinnamon custard. Stop by this locally famous café to savor some pastries along with a Portuguese coffee or Moscatel wine, with the option to buy a box to enjoy later.

    Rua de S. Gonçalo 438, Vila Nogueira de Azeitão, Setúbal, 2915-247, Portugal
    212 190 418

    Known For

    • Local specialty desserts
    • Wine and cheese
    • Excellent little on-site souvenir shop
  • 3. Hífen

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    Enjoy colorful salads, seafood, and other light meals with a view over Cascais bay at this laidback bar-restaurant in the center of town. Communal seating, sharing plates, and a lively musical backdrop make for a sociable atmosphere, and the sea breezes blowing through the open windows keep things fresh on hot days. You can book a table on the terrace if you don't fancy group dining.

    Av. Dom Carlos 48, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-310, Portugal

    Known For

    • Delicious salmon tataki
    • Huge array of vegetarian and vegan options
    • Tempting cocktails and desserts

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
  • 4. Moinho Dom Quixote

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    In the middle of gorgeous gardens, this unusual restaurant occupies a lovingly restored traditional windmill perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean. The outdoor seating area has different seating areas tumbling down the cliff and shaded by pines and flowering cacti. The food has Mexican and Middle Eastern accents, with excellent vegetarian options along with the fresh fish synonymous with the Portuguese coast.

    Rua dos Moinhas 5, Azoia, Lisbon, 2705-001, Portugal
    219 292 523

    Known For

    • Warmly welcomes pets
    • Famous brunches until 1 pm daily
    • Organic, seasonal ingredients
  • 5. Restaurante Pereira

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    Popular though it may be, this longtime favorite remains an unpretentious and inexpensive option for its spectacular food and friendly service. Including much more than the seafood found in most local eateries, the menu features dishes from every region in Portugal. Get here early, as competition for the outdoor tables is fierce in summer.

    Travessa Bela Vista 42, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-304, Portugal
    214 831 215

    Known For

    • Goat, pork, and duck in various dishes
    • Packed with locals all year round
    • Good value set menus at lunch

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Thurs.
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  • 6. Santini Cascais Valbom

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    In the heart of old-town Cascais, Santini Cascais has what many people consider to be the country's best Italian-style gelato. Branches have now opened across Lisbon and in Porto, but Santini Cascais is where it all began when Attilio Santini opened his ice cream parlor on the beach back in 1949.

    Av. Valbom 28F, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-508, Portugal
    214 833 709

    Known For

    • More than 20 flavors of handcrafted gelato
    • Satisfying cup of coffee
    • Popular with families
  • 7. Tasca do Isaias

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    The huge queues that form outside this tiny, family-run tavern are a testament to the fact that the fish served here is far and away the best in town. There's no menu, but the daily catch is written on a blackboard and cooked to perfection on a charcoal grill out on the flagstones.

    Rua Coronel Barreto 2, Sesimbra, Setúbal, 2970-727, Portugal
    914 574 373

    Known For

    • Lively atmosphere and good place to meet the locals
    • Outdoor tables on the cobblestones
    • Shared tables indoors when it's busy

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 8. Aloha Café

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    Offering a vegan alternative to Sesimbra's many fish and seafood restaurants, Aloha Café serves delicious plant-based breakfasts, brunches, and light meals. Expect an abundance of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables alongside vegan versions of classic desserts like cheesecake and pudim (a sweet flan usually made with egg). More substantial dishes include a different set meal every day, and a delicious vegan burger made with portobello mushrooms and smoked tofu. The cozy interior is pure rustic-chic, but on sunny days you'll want to take a seat on the terrace to enjoy the unobstructed ocean views.

    Av. 25 de Abril, Sesimbra, Setúbal, 2970-634, Portugal

    Known For

    • Vegan set lunches
    • Excellent Moscow Mules as the house cocktail
    • Gluten-free options like tapioca pancakes with guacamole

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Mon. and Tues.
  • 9. Café Saudade

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    A short stroll downhill from the train station, this cozy spot has marble-topped tables and an elaborately decorated ceiling. It serves delicious scones, cakes, and pastries in a setting that evokes the grandeur of another era. The strong coffee and hearty breakfasts are good fuel for a day climbing the town's steep hills.

    Av. Dr. Miguel Bombarda nº6, Sintra, Lisbon, 2710-590, Portugal
    210 150 055

    Known For

    • Wine is available by the glass or the bottle
    • Strong coffee and hearty breakfasts
    • Retro-chic interior and outdoor seating on the terrace

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner
  • 10. Caffe Itália Pizza

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    There are plenty of other pizza joints in Cascais, but locals will tell you Caffe Itália is the best of the bunch. In its indoor dining rooms or on its sunny terrace you can choose from a range of authentic thin-crust pizzas and fresh homemade pasta dishes.

    Rua do Poço Novo 1, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-467, Portugal
    214 830 151

    Known For

    • Salmon carpaccio and other enticing appetizers
    • Outdoor terrace with lovely views
    • Good steaks

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
  • 11. Cantinho de São Pedro

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    Inside white stucco walls beneath a barrel-tile roof, this tavern is said to be one of the oldest in Portugal. The interior has exposed brick walls, expansive windows, and a huge fireplace that keeps the place cozy in cooler weather. The menu is Portuguese with a French accent, and the fair prices ensure a steady flow of locals alongside the daytrippers.

    Praça Dom Fernando II 18, Sintra, Lisbon, 2710-483, Portugal
    914 996 114

    Known For

    • Anything from the grill is excellent
    • Long and interesting history
    • Plenty for vegetarians

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed., Recommended
  • 12. Casa do Mar Sem Fim

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    "House of the Endless Sea" serves deliciously fresh seafood, burgers and light meals accompanied by excellent craft beers and an amiable clientele. The informal restaurant is popular with local trail runners and cyclists, who stop here to refuel after a hard day's endorphin-boosting exercise. 

    Rua das Corredores 2, Azoia, Lisbon, 2705-001, Portugal
    969 227 773

    Known For

    • Terrace seating outside
    • Craft beers from local company Perfect Peaks Brews
    • Excellent prawns and calamari

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
  • 13. Casa Santiago -- O Rei Do Choco Frito

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    Casa Santiago founder Virgilio Santiago declared himself Rei do Choco Frito ("King of Fried Cuttlefish") when he opened his restaurant doors in 1974. It’s a bold claim in a city which prides itself on the dish, but Setúbal locals back it up. Queues snake out the door at lunchtime: reservations aren't accepted, so get here early if you don’t want to stand in line in the hot sun.

    Av. Luisa Todi 92, Setúbal, Setúbal, 2900-450, Portugal
    265 221 688

    Known For

    • Central location on Avenida Luisa Todi
    • Full or half portions of perfectly-fried cuttlefish
    • Perfectly executed simple dishes like omelets and steak

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun, Reservations not accepted
  • 14. O Canteiro Vegetariano

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    Long gone are the days when vegetarians and vegans would struggle to find enticing dining options in seafood-focused Setúbal. Gentrification has brought with it a raft of vegetarian restaurants, and the centrally-located O Canteiro has been a firm favorite with health-conscious diners since it opened in 2016. Take your pick from a huge range of meat-free breakfast and brunch options, or go all-out at the excellent value lunch buffet, which includes tempting desserts and fresh fruit juice. The menu is updated daily, but expect colorful salads, quiches, and crunchy falafel, as well as plant-based versions of lunch staples like hotdogs and burgers.

    Av. Luisa Todi 73, Setúbal, 2900-461, Portugal
    966 091 603

    Known For

    • Famous Sunday brunch buffet
    • Many vegan options
    • Fresh, wholesome ingredients

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sat. No dinner Tues, Fri, Sun.
  • 15. O Gaiteiro

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    Tucked away in the valley of Serra de Louro, down the road from Palmela, o Gaiteiro is a picturesque place to relax with a drink. There are two distinctly different cafés on the property: a winter one on the lower end among the pines with cozy seating, and a summer one perched on a small cliff with glassed-in walls and a balcony that faces the forested hills. There's a large and enticing pool with a glorious backdrop, surrounded by sun loungers which can be rented for the afternoon during the summer months.

    Quinta da Fonte Seca-Barris, Palmela, Setúbal, 2950-055, Portugal
    910 950 119

    Known For

    • Gorgeous views from pool and café terraces
    • Good coffees and cocktails
    • Under the radar spot
  • 16. Rebarca

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    At the east end of Avenida Luisa Todi, Rebarca is the best of the line of casual restaurants serving inexpensive but delicious fresh seafood—including an excellent version of the ubiquitous choco frito (fried cuttlefish). Wash everything down with a carafe of the house white wine, which always has a refreshingly light effervescence.

    Av. Luisa Todi 70, Setúbal, Setúbal, 2900-450, Portugal
    265 221 309

    Known For

    • The freshest catch of the day is proudly on display
    • Grilled fish like sea bream straight from the market
    • Good variety of regional wines

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.

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