Sintra, the Estoril Coast, and the Setúbal Peninsula Restaurants
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1. Bar do Guincho
$$ | |Raise a glass to life's simple pleasures as you nibble on freshly caught shellfish at this feet-in-the-sand bar and restaurant. There are grilled slabs of meat and fish on the menu, alongside a lengthy cocktail list and a vast range of small plates that are perfect for sharing.
Estrada do Abono 547, Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal214 87 16 83Known For
- The perfect place for drinks after a day at the beach
- Open until late on weekends
- Beautiful spot on the beach
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2. Casa da Baía
$ | |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, Portugal265 545 010Known For
- Toasted sandwiches and other savory snacks
- Delicious local products
- Live music on weekends
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3. Fábrica De Tortas Azeitonense
$ | |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, Portugal212 190 418Known For
- Local specialty desserts
- Wine and cheese
- Excellent little on-site souvenir shop
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4. Moinho Dom Quixote
$ | |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, Portugal219 292 523Known For
- Warmly welcomes pets
- Famous brunches until 1 pm daily
- Organic, seasonal ingredients
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5. O Pescador
$$ | |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 salad with tofu and asparagus.
Rua das Flores 10, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-348, Portugal214 832 054Known For
- A local favorite since 1964
- Well-stocked wine cellar
- Fish and seafood platters for sharing
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed. -
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6. Praiamar
$$ | |Though not right on the ocean, this is an excellent option for for seafood lovers. The extensive menu offers a wide variety of mixed shellfish or grilled fish platters to share, including regional favorites like sapateira recheada (whole stuffed stone crab) and lagosta (spiny lobster).
Rua Afonso Henriques 16, Sesimbra, Setúbal, 2970-000, Portugal211 589 634Known For
- Outdoor seating on a cobblestone street
- Informal atmosphere
- Huge platters of shellfish
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Reservations accepted -
7. Restaurante Pereira
$ | |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, Portugal214 831 215Known For
- Goat, pork, and duck in various dishes
- Packed with locals all year round
- Good value set menus at lunch
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Rate Includes: Closed Thurs. -
8. Santini Cascais Valbom
$ | |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, Portugal214 833 709Known For
- More than 20 flavors of handcrafted gelato
- Satisfying cup of coffee
- Popular with families
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9. Tasca do Isaias
$ | |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, Portugal914 574 373Known For
- Lively atmosphere and good place to meet the locals
- Outdoor tables on the cobblestones
- Shared tables indoors when it's busy
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
10. Café Saudade
$ | |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, Portugal210 150 055Known For
- Wine is available by the glass or the bottle
- Strong coffee and hearty breakfasts
- Retro-chic interior and outdoor seating on the terrace
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner -
11. Caffe Itália Pizza
$ | |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, Portugal214 830 151Known For
- Salmon carpaccio and other enticing appetizers
- Outdoor terrace with lovely views
- Good steaks
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed. -
12. Cantinho de São Pedro
$ | |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, Portugal914 996 114Known For
- Anything from the grill is excellent
- Long and interesting history
- Plenty for vegetarians
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed., Recommended -
13. Casa do Mar Sem Fim
$ | |"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, Portugal969 227 773Known For
- Terrace seating outside
- Craft beers from local company Perfect Peaks Brews
- Excellent prawns and calamari
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed. -
14. Casa Santiago -- O Rei Do Choco Frito
$ | |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, Portugal265 221 688Known 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 -
15. Garrett do Estoril
$$ | |This pastelaria has been serving delicious cakes, pastries, and other goodies since 1934, and is more popular now than ever. It serves full meals at lunch, but the real pleasure comes in taking your pick from the glass display cases of custard tarts and other confections before sitting down to devour them alongside an espresso, fresh juice, or glass of Portuguese wine.
Av. de Nice 54, Estoril, Lisbon, 2765-259, Portugal214 680 365Known For
- Incredibly elaborate fruit tarts and iced macarons
- Good breakfasts, brunches, and set-lunch plates
- Handsome design and period furniture
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner -
16. Neptuno
$$ | |One of the best oceanside restaurants in nearby Praia das Maçãs, glass-fronted Neptuno is where sandy-footed diners can feast on freshly grilled fish that was swimming in the surf just hours before. Try the octopus ceviche, and the seafood-rich arroz de marisco.
Rua Pedro Álvares Cabral, Sintra, Lisbon, 2705-300, Portugal219 291 222Known For
- Huge variety of shellfish dishes
- Diners can take their pick from daily catch
- Lovely beachfront location
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Rate Includes: No dinner Mon., Accepted -
17. O Canteiro Vegetariano
$ | |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, Portugal966 091 603Known For
- Famous Sunday brunch buffet
- Many vegan options
- Fresh, wholesome ingredients
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sat. No dinner Tues, Fri, Sun. -
18. O Gaiteiro
$ | |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, Portugal910 950 119Known For
- Gorgeous views from pool and café terraces
- Good coffees and cocktails
- Under the radar spot
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19. Princesa
$$ | |Prepare to update your Instagram feed: this is one of the most picturesque spots for a meal anywhere in the region. A vast outdoor space is filled with sun loungers and comfy chairs, so you can relax with a sangria and enjoy views across Fonte de Telha Beach as you browse the menu of simple-yet-tasty salads, seafood, and grilled fish.
Estrada das Praias, Costa da Caparica, Setúbal, 2825-491, Portugal211 541 242Known For
- Light, fresh dishes like white fish ceviche
- Kids' menu with easy eats like mini hamburgers
- Tables can be booked indoors or on the beach
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner Mon.–Wed. -
20. Rebarca
$ | |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, Portugal265 221 309Known 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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