Évora and the Alentejo Restaurants
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21. Hibrido
$$ | |Local chef João Narigueta leads this trendy restaurant just off Praça do Giraldo. After years of researching Alentejo's culinary history, João is bringing forward long-forgotten recipes and upgrading them with modern cooking techniques. Think river crayfish topped with kimchi or wild boar pies served with pickled mushrooms.
Rua de Serpa Pinto 34, Évora, Évora, Portugal961 431 319Known For
- Focus on organic and natural wines
- Seasonal tasting menu with locally-sourced ingredients
- Delicious homemade desserts
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
22. Luiz da Rocha
$ | |This Beja institution, which first opened its doors in 1893, serves great coffee and conventuais, sweets made according to recipes from local convents. In a pedestrian-only area just outside the city walls, it's conveniently located next to a few hotels and offers far better breakfasts, including delicious torradas (simple white toast with butter). Don't be surprised if you're the only tourist in the ground-floor dining room; the friendly barman may try his (rusty) English on you.
Rua Capitão João Francisco de Sousa 63, Beja, Beja, 7800-451, Portugal284 323 179Known For
- Regional pastries like milk tarts and almond cakes
- A good spot for a sandwich between museum visits
- Affordable lunch deals
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23. Lumumba
$ | |This little restaurant in one of the old village houses has a devoted clientele that hails from both sides of the Portuguese–Spanish border. The dining room is small, but there is a terrace for outside dining with views over the valley to distant mountains. The menu is classic Alentejo, with good lamb roasts and hearty casseroles. Although their main specialty is ensopado de borrego (lamb stew), the grilled fish dishes are also excellent. When available; try the chocos grelhados (grilled squid) or the peixe espada grelhada (charcoal-grilled swordfish).
Rua Direita 12, Monsaraz, Évora, 7200-175, Portugal266 557 121Known For
- Generous portions
- Excellent spot for sunset
- Tasty house wine
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
24. O Alpendre
$$ | |Decorated in typical Alentejo style, this quaint eatery serves regional dishes such as migas (bread fried in olive oil, garlic, and coriander and served alongside meat or fish) and sopa de cação (dogfish soup). Try the carne de porco preto (black pork), a specialty of the house. Especially popular on weekends, the restaurant is a warm family setting, with terra-cotta walls and a huge stone oven in the center of the dining room.
Bairro Serpa Pinto 22, Arraiolos, Évora, 7040-014, Portugal266 419 024Known For
- Packed on Sunday, when reservations are essential
- Diverse selection of local dishes
- Friendly staff
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25. O Árbitro
$ | |Tucked away behind the castle you'll find this lively local favorite. With a graceful arch, the dining room is decorated in traditional blue-and-white azulejo tiles. Ask about the daily specials, which often include barbecued lamb chops, bean stew, or pork steaks.
Rua Conselheiro Meneses 4, Beja, Beja, 7800, Portugal284 389 204Known For
- Generous portions
- Proximity to the castle
- Delicious local dishes
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
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26. O Camões
$ | |Roughly 7 km (4 miles) northwest of Alvito, the main attraction of this large, popular restaurant is its wood-burning oven in which delicious legs of lamb, pork, and other meats are cooked to perfection. They're first marinated in coriander, oregano, and aromatic herbs that grow in the region. The owner is also well-known for his açorda dishes, the most popular being açorda de cação (with baby shark). The atmosphere is cozy and authentic, with brick domed walls, wood paneling, and a huge antique chandelier dangling overhead.
Rua 5 de Outubro 13, Alvito, Beja, 7920 -368, Portugal284 475 209Known For
- Traditional dishes like cabidela de galinha (chicken cooked in its own juices)
- Good selection of Borba wines
- Room warmed by a fireplace
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
27. O Gato
$ | |In the village of Reguengos de Monsaraz, O Gato is a bed and breakfast, pastry shop, and restaurant in a traditional Alentejan white-stucco building with blue awnings. It's a huge favorite with locals, serving traditional fare like lamb stew made with fresh herbs and spices. There's an extensive wine list.
Praça da Liberdade 11–13, Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora, 7200-370, Portugal266 502 353Known For
- Outdoor terrace with views of the parish church
- Specializing in meat dishes
- Generous portions
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
28. Pastelaria Conventual Pão de Rala
$ | |A few minutes from Igreja de São Francisco you'll find this pastry shop specializing in regional sweets. Set in a small house between two cobblestone streets, it stands out with its green doors and terra-cotta roof. Inside, traditional Portuguese tiles decorate the walls, but it's hard to look away from the sweets displayed behind the glass counter. The specialty is pão de rala, a delicious cake combining egg yolks, almonds, sugar, and lemon zest.
Rua de Cicioso 47, Évora, Évora, 7000-658, Portugal266 707 778Known For
- Queijinho do céu, an almond-flavored sweet
- A little off the beaten path
- Small but cozy interior
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29. Porto Santana
$ | |This riverside restaurant looks like a traditional Alentejo house with its whitewashed walls and blue trimmings. Inside, the staff is ready to welcome you with a feast of regional delicacies. Some of the house favorites include the Burras Assadas (roasted pork jaw) and the Filetes de Peixe-Galo (dory fish fillets).
Rua Senhora Santana, Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal, 7580-520, Portugal265 622 517Known For
- Homemade desserts like sericaia or honey and wallnut cake
- Delicious clam soup and razor clam rice
- Attentive staff
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Rate Includes: Closed Thurs. -
30. Restaurante Alento
$$ | |After winning the hearts of locals with its delicious seafood near Praia das Furnas, Alento has moved to the town center to reach a wider audience. Owners Marília Martins and André Silva still run the show, but they've updated the menu with new creations such as the monkfish risotto and the fish ceviche.
Sítio das Furnas, Vila Nova de Milfontes, Beja, 7630-038, Portugal961 397 462Known For
- Freshly caught seafood made to order
- Fish prepared in a wood-burning stove
- Friendly staff
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31. Restaurante Tamuje
$$ | |This cozy restaurant serves typical Alentejo delicacies---including javali à casa (fried wild boar) and açorda de perdiz (partridge bread soup)---made with the finest ingredients. Before you leave, take note of the açorda recipe, written on the walls of the restaurant.
Rua Dr. Serrão Martins 36, Mértola, Beja, 7750-355, Portugal286 611 115Known For
- Delicious roasted sheep cheese
- Dessert is traditional egg pudding
- Handsome dining room
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner Thurs. -
32. Solar do Forcado
$ | |Come lunchtime Solar do Forcado fills up with locals and out-of-towners looking to sample regional delicacies like the espetadas de touro bravo (wild bull skewers). Inside, the restaurant stands out with its rustic stone archways and terracotta ceramic floors.
Rua Cândido dos Reis 14, Portalegre, Portalegre, Portugal245 330 866Known For
- Friendly staff
- Range of conventual sweets
- Generous portions
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Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun. lunch -
33. Taberna Típica Quarta-Feira
$$ | |The street lights will guide you to this family-run tavern in the heart of the city. Exposed brick adds warmth to the intimate dining room, which can accommodate only 28 people. With no menu in sight, you have to trust the chef. The host brings you a continuous parade of dishes and keeps your wine glass brimming. While the recipes change daily, the centerpiece is always the juicy black pork.
Rua do Inverno 16, Évora, Évora, 7000-599, Portugal266 707 530Known For
- Specializes in slow-cooked pork and lamb dishes
- Pair your meal with the restaurant's custom-made wine
- Service is friendly and accommodating
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
34. Taverna dos Conjurados
$$$ | |This local favorite serves traditional Alentejo dishes based on old family recipes. Tucked away in a former horse stable near the imposing Paço Ducal, it has a rustic decor with granite walls and arched ceilings. Specialities include costelinhas de borrego (lamb ribs) and wines produced in nearby vineyards.
Largo 25 de Abril 16, Vila Viçosa, Évora, Portugal268 989 530Known For
- The homemade gaspacho is a standout
- Expansive selection of local wines
- Friendly host
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Thurs. No lunch Fri. and Sat. No dinner Sun. -
35. Varanda do Alentejo
$ | |This boisterous bar and restaurant is a favorite among locals and out-of-town families who come to enjoy a meal overlooking the mountains. The cuisine is typical Alentejan, with specialties like migas with potato, lamb casserole, and fish.
Praça do Pelourinho 1A, Marvão, Portalegre, 7330-108, Portugal245 909 002Known For
- Local desserts like sericaia
- Great wine selection
- Cozy atmosphere
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
36. Venda Azul
$ | |Even if you’re dining solo, Venda Azul will welcome you with open arms. There are daily specials, but for first-timers, the grilled black pork is a must. Hustling between tables, the waiters take orders in multiple languages, and within minutes a tray of food arrives that's big enough to feed an army.
Rua Victor Cordon 39, Estremoz, Évora, 7100-560, Portugal961 941 394Known For
- Generous portions made to share
- Try a shot of local liqueur
- Warm and friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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