151 Best Restaurants in Portugal

Fresh fish and seafood fill the menu at this relaxed restaurant filled with lobster traps, fishing nets, and other maritime-related artifacts. The bacalhau assado (baked salt cod) is one of the specialties of the house, but there are usually also one or two vegetarian options, such as a pasta with tofu and mushrooms.

This charming, sometimes boisterous restaurant is about as old-world Portuguese as it gets, with massive portions of grilled meat, seafood, and fish in a no-nonsense, brightly lit room. It's especially popular with neighborhood families.

With a name that means "fisherman's retreat," this casual eatery is anything but mediocre—it serves some of the most flavorful fish and seafood in Sagres. Their cataplana dishes are legendary, as are their typical regional desserts prepared by the owner's family.

A critical darling and a popular favorite, this Portuguese-with-a-twist restaurant had a line out the door almost as soon as it opened; it's the sort of place other chefs go on their days off. A team of young chefs is turning out classic regional dishes to a soundtrack of rock and roll in a resolutely casual dining room. The chalkboard menu changes constantly but often includes "advanced" Portuguese dishes like chicken gizzards and rice flavored with blood. Reservations (far in advance) are mandatory.

This atypical incarnation of a traditional Portuguese tavern scooped a Michelin Bib Gourmand award soon after opening in 2021. The light, bright dining room is a relaxing space for lingering over clever re-imaginings of classic dishes, a selection from the well-chosen wine list, and the signature salty-sweet cheesecake for dessert.

Floor-to-ceiling windows and minimalist design set the tone for one of Figueira da Foz’s most refined dining spots, inside the slick, modern center for performing arts. This Michelin-recommended restaurant puts a creative spin on Portuguese classics, from smoky rissóis to silky sponge cake. Local ingredients take center stage on a menu that’s both elegant and approachable, making it a favorite for a special lunch or laid-back dinner.

Lisbon’s sizeable Nepalese community means there's plenty of opportunity to enjoy the country’s spicy cuisine, but Oven—named after the traditional high-temperature tandoor oven—raised the bar in 2025 when it became the first Nepalese restaurant in the city to scoop a Michelin star. Chef Hari Chapagain’s signature fusion of authentic flavors brings both Nepalese and Indian classics to life, from tasty snacks like momo and pani-puri to delicate curries. Despite its Michelin recognition, the atmosphere is relaxed and the dishes that won't turn up the heat on your bank balance.

Chef Luís Gaspar has created a menu of traditional comfort food dishes that aim to meet the exacting standards of Portuguese grandmothers, all served in a contemporary, light-filled space that encourages lingering over a meal and cocktails or wine. Be sure to try sharing dishes like the creamy bacalhau à Brás and the restaurant's namesake pica-pau (woodpecker)—a tasca dish of sautéed beef strips in a garlicky sauce.

Ceviche restaurants have sprung up in abundance in Lisbon recently, but fans are adamant that this longtime favorite serves the best version in the city. Unusual mains include beef ribs with black beer and chaufa (Peruvian fried rice with chicken). The bartender mixes up excellent pisco sours, too.

This is the best option for a traditional Alentejan meal in Castelo de Vide. Walk through the entryway bar into a lovely domed dining room decorated like an old wine cellar. Specialties include goat and lamb roasts and dogfish soup with local chestnuts.

Come to this charming restaurant with views of Porto Pim beach not only for some of the freshest fish in town, but also to chat with owner Genuíno Madruga, a renowned sailor who was the first person from Portugal to sail solo around the world—twice. The helpful servers will point you toward the local fish that’s best that day, and you’ll dine surrounded by souvenirs collected during Genuíno’s travels.

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.

The plant-based dishes at vegetarian restaurant Seiva are as elegant as they are delicious and sustainably sourced. Chef David Jesus has worked at some of Portugal's best restaurants, and is known for creating impeccable, meat-free dishes inspired from destinations around the world. A focus on seasonal ingredients means dishes change frequently, but expect everything from Indian pani puri (spicy filed chickpea patties) to a seafood-free Spanish paella. The desserts, which make good use of Portugal's abundant fresh fruit, are another strong suit.

This highly regarded seafood spot has sea views, speedy service, and a bright modern interior with lots of colorful mosaics. Grab a table on the esplanade to dine with the sea breeze in your hair and magical sunsets over the ocean just steps away. Sushi and grilled fish are the specialties, but there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, too.

Ring the doorbell for entry to this late-opening, speakeasy-style spot serving some of the best steaks in town. A discreet gathering place for Lisbon's artists, journalists, and politicians during the 1960s, it was lovingly refurbished in 2024 to preserve period detail while raising the comfort level. Order a dry martini and browse the menu, which features light dishes like garlicky shrimp and meat croquettes, alongside those legendary steaks.

In a 17th-century mansion across from the old cathedral, this establishment---run by the same family for four decades---starts you out with a complimentary aperitif in the wood-paneled reception area lined with antique bookshelves. The place is imbued with old-world elegance, from the ornate silver candlesticks to the fine crystal and lace tablecloths. The menu features house-made starters such as alheira sausage and regional dishes that include pheasant with grapes, javalí (wild boar), and cabrito assado (roast kid). For dessert, try the pudim do abade de Baçal, a chestnut-based take on the traditional caramel pudding. Reservations are a good idea on weekends, especially in summer.

This family-run restaurant serves truly traditional Portuguese dishes. The pataniscas (cod fritters) with bean rice, the baked cod, and the pork cheeks are among the specialties, and there's an extensive list of Portuguese wines. Desserts include pêra bêbada (literally, "drunken pear") poached, unusually, with Moscatel dessert wine, and crumble served with their very own ice cream made from ginjinha. A separate space two doors down serves the same menu, but the adega (wine cellar) round the corner at Rua da Vitoria 10 has its own sommelier and is a great place to snack or to sample a glass of wine—all Portuguese, except for a changing selection of organic wines—while waiting for your table.

This unassuming restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine, from squid sashimi to chashu braised pork belly, plus the odd fusion dish—all at very affordable prices. To drink, there are sakes, beers, and Portuguese wines, plus house-made nonalcoholic drinks, and some fabulous desserts. The set lunch menus are a good value, but for the full experience book well ahead for a tasting menu at €60 (plus optional sake pairing for €55).

The charming husband-and-wife duo of Manuel and Carolina Oliveira own and operate this tiny upscale dining room with huge taste. There are only 14 seats in the entire restaurant, creating the atmosphere of a family dining room. The tiny size makes reservations essential, and the restaurant is frequently booked solid on Friday and Saturday nights. Specialties include lamb, pork, and game dishes, created by Carolina in the open kitchen and served with a flourish by Manuel.

Perched in the higher reaches of Coimbra, this elegant bar-restaurant offers high quality food alongside some of the best views in the city. Whether you opt for artfully presented regional dishes in the interior lounge or cocktails and petiscos on the terrace, your meal will be accompanied by panoramic vistas over the historic downtown to the Mondego River. Try to time your visit for sunset to catch the city bathed in golden light.

In a lovely square near the city's most popular attractions, this charming restaurant in a historic building offers well-prepared traditional seafood dishes served with contemporary twists, plus a great range of Portuguese sparkling wines. Dine inside surrounded by exposed stone walls, traditional azulejo tiles, and exposed wood beams, or outside on the spacious patio. After you've finished, ask to see the catacombs beneath the restaurant.

From the terrace of this laid-back eatery you can watch the sunset over Cabo São Vicente. This restaurant has been serving traditional Portuguese cuisine since 1995, each recipe with a modern twist. Set in a cozy house near the ocean, it offers a warm fire in winter and terrace dining in summer. The menu features local seafood, classic dishes like caldo verde and duck rice, plus vegetarian options made with herbs from their garden.

The homemade pizzas and pastas at this sleek Mediterranean eatery win rave reviews. Villa Medici has an undeniably beautiful dining room accented by graceful columns, but for the best atmosphere, enjoy your meal outside in the lovely courtyard around an olive tree.

Most casas de pastos (loosely translated as "grazing houses") offer big portions of well-cooked regional dishes in no-frills surroundings, and Zé Leiteiro is no exception. The delicious all-you-can-eat fish and seafood keeps coming until you tell them to stop.

This bustling tavern in the delightfully named village of Imaginário is no place for fussy eaters: it is renowned for regional dishes such as polvo na telha (octopus grilled on a roof tile) and morcela de arroz (a type of blood sausage). Leave some space for the eggy desserts, which are all homemade and delicious. Note that reservations are only accepted by phone, not by email.

Popular among locals for celebrations, this down-to-earth adega (wine cellar) serves typical Portuguese dishes like monkfish rice, salted cod, and the restaurant's famous picanha na pedra—veal cooked on a hot stone, which you'll sizzle yourself. The seating arrangement on benches around long wooden tables helps keep things lively, and you'll find more good cheer in the tile-covered bar.

Imaginative small plates are the main attraction at this small seafood-focused spot, which has now expanded to a second branch in the foodie neighborhood of Campo de Ourique. The ceviche is hugely popular at both branches, and for good reason. There's even a fish-free version made with tofu.

In the charmingly old-fashioned dining room at one of Lisbon's oldest restaurants, bottles are displayed like works of art, and courteous staffers serve up Portuguese classics paired with one of the wine list's 600 choices.

In a residential area away from the center, this spacious, well-appointed restaurant is known for its hearty regional dishes such as polvo à lagareiro (octopus roasted with olive oil and garlic and served with tiny baked potatoes), bacalhau com broa (codfish with a cornbread crust), and cabrito assado (roasted kid, available on Sundays). Wash it down with some robust local wine.