Sintra, the Estoril Coast, and the Setúbal Peninsula Restaurants

We’ve compiled the best of the best in Sintra, the Estoril Coast, and the Setúbal Peninsula - browse our top choices for Restaurants during your stay.

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  • 1. Bar do Guincho

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    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, Portugal
    214 87 16 83

    Known For

    • The perfect place for drinks after a day at the beach
    • Open until late on weekends
    • Beautiful spot on the beach
  • 2. Cantina Clandestina

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    A standout on the pedestrianized "Rua Amarela" eating and drinking strip, Cantina Clandestina serves delicious tapas, light meals, and cocktails (try the Clandestina, which combines gin with lemon, basil, and ginger beer) to a relaxed crowd. You can take a seat in the cozy confines of Cantina Clandestina itself, at sister bar-restaurant Taberna Clandestina across the road, or arrive early to grab one of the much-coveted tables on the famous yellow-painted street itself. 

    Rua Afonso Sanches 47, Cascais, Lisbon, 2750-282, Portugal

    Known For

    • Delicious swordfish carpaccio
    • Inventive focaccia sandwiches
    • Friendly service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Reservations recommended
  • 3. 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
  • 4. 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
  • 5. 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
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  • 6. 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
  • 7. 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
  • 8. Sentido do Mar

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    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 crashing waves just steps away. Sushi and grilled fish are the specialities, but there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options too.

    Rua Muralha da Praia 7, Costa da Caparica, Setúbal, 2820, Portugal
    212 900 473

    Known For

    • Super fresh fish
    • Excellent sushi and ceviche
    • Vegetarian options like noodles with seasonal vegetables and tofu
  • 9. 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.
  • 10. Borda d'Água

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    This restaurant—a glassed-in wooden cabana built in the sand dunes—has a laid-back beach vibe with colorful pillows, swinging hammocks, and weathered wooden tables. The menu is strong on daily fish specials.

    Praia da Morena, Costa da Caparica, Setúbal, 2825-491, Portugal
    212 975 213

    Known For

    • Caipirinhas and other beachy beverages
    • Sand-in-your-shoes atmosphere
    • Vegetarian and vegan dishes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Dec. 1 to Jan 15.
  • 11. 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
  • 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. Garrett do Estoril

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    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, Portugal
    214 680 365

    Known 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
  • 14. Loja do Vinho

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    One of the city's first wine shops, Loja do Vinho has a cozy cellar lined with hundreds of bottle from all over the world. Plates of cured meats, boards of local cheeses, and bowls overflowing with olives make good companions to the many varieties of wine on offer here or on the tiny outdoor terrace. If you enjoy the bottle you had with your meal, you can buy another to take home.

    Praça da República 3, Sintra, Lisbon, 2710-616, Portugal
    219 244 410

    Known For

    • Tapas-style plates perfect for sharing
    • Huge range of wines from the region
    • Setting is extremely cozy

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 15. 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.
  • 16. 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
  • 17. Princesa

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    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, Portugal
    211 541 242

    Known 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.
  • 18. Tasca Saloia

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    At this restaurant in the center of town, the handful of tables in the convivial dining room spill out onto the sidewalk in warmer weather. Seafood petiscos (the Portuguese version of tapas) and a good wine selection are the main attractions. Don't expect the speediest service in town, but relax with a bottle of the house wine as waiters hurry past.

    Largo Doutor Gregório d'Almeida, 2, Sintra, Lisbon, 2710-526, Portugal
    219 105 863

    Known For

    • Excellent shrimp and other seafood dishes
    • Relaxed atmosphere on outdoor terrace
    • Friendly service

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