Coimbra
Meat lovers should make a beeline for this workaday eatery renowned for its leitão (spit-roasted pork). For a taste on the hoof, go for a sandes de leitão…
Must-see restaurants in Portugal
Viana do Castelo
This convivial two-floor restaurant with exposed stone walls in a tiny side street off the waterfront gets very busy at lunchtime. The focus is on daily…
Santo António Atelier de Comida
Faro
Away from the tourist crowds, this neighbourhood restaurant excels in hearty Portuguese staples such as juicy cuts of pork, piri-piri chicken, Portuguese…
Monsaraz
In Telheiro this former olive-oil factory has been transformed into an atmospheric eating and drinking space. The changing menu features a small selection…
Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês
This handsomely set place features excellent local dishes like the Minho barrosã steak as well as codfish dishes and a tempting dessert counter. Village…
Estremadura & Ribatejo
This rustic spot, with traditional paraphernalia from rural workers, is nothing fancy. But it serves up honest fare of great grills with excellent-quality…
Viana do Castelo
Since 1939, this bright and buzzing seafood restaurant has been serving fresh grilled fish by the kilo and rich seafood stews such as arroz de tamboril …
Aliados & Bolhão
Some of the best gelato in Porto is whipped into creamy, fruit-laden perfection at Portuense. Trained in Italy, Ana puts her own spin on ice cream in…
Foz do Douro
This fun little spot in a tall, narrow, sky-blue corner building has a tiny rooftop terrace sporting an ocean view, a rustic-chic vibe and a menu of…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
Famed for its ice cream, Mabi is one of the icons of town, and it serves up creamy rich decadence to an often packed house. This buzzing bakery and…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
A Fateixa delivers good grills and seafood dishes – try the tamboril (monkfish) rice for two – and it has breezy outdoor tables. It’s excellent value…
Monchique
Locals adore this place in Caldas de Monchique for what's considered the best piri-piri chicken in the region (ask for extra sauce if you like it hot)…
The Douro
The funky, tricked-out vintage Land Rover parked out front may catch your eye, and as you come close you’ll notice the stylish bistro interior and fresh…
Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês
Family-owned and operated, this restaurant offers top-end service and even better food served on a pleasant, open-air upstairs terrace. Look for it on the…
The Beiras
This snug family-run place is a reliable bet for huge helpings of hearty regional cuisine. That means heaving plates of grilled meats and sausages served…
The Beiras
If you fancy a coffee and a piece of cake, search out this cosy cafe near the cathedral. Here you can try some finger-licking local pastries, including…
The Beiras
Take a break from bacalhau (dried salt-cod) and bife (steak) with a pizza from this long-standing favourite. It gets very busy in summer so expect lines…
The Beiras
Bustling and laid-back, this is one of several eateries facing on to the lagoon. The oars and nautical paraphernalia hint at what to expect: fresh-off-the…
Setúbal
This cute little cafe offers the best vantage point for optimal people-watching and Instagram-ready plaza views. It does good crepes, bruschettas,…
The Alentejo
Porto Côvo’s favourite dining spot is set on the town’s main square, with inviting outdoor tables, a smart tiled interior and scrumptious plates of…
The Minho
Rain or shine, there's always a line at this unpretentious neighbourhood churrasqueira, which cooks up amazing grilled chicken and steaks, served at…
Nazaré
This cosy, if touristy, place specialises in cataplana (a bouillabaisse simmered with herbs, tomatoes, onions and wine steamed in a domed copper dish),…
Braga
Don't miss the artisanal gelato at this always buzzing shop, where lines form out the door for a cup or cone of oatmeal-, cookie- or bubblegum-flavoured…
Ericeira
For a sweet little treat, pop into this simple pastelaria for Ericeira's best ouriço – a small, muffin-like almond cake with a crusty top that hails from…
Monsaraz
This small place has a more local, less touristy clientele who come for filling, inexpensive staples. Don’t let duelling TVs and neon lights deter you,…
Madeira
O Relógio, above the Camacha wicker shop and factory, is the best eating option in town for a full meal. It has many Madeiran staples on the menu and the…
Guimarães
A young crowd queues up nightly at this trendy burger joint that does picanha (steak) burgers and tasty finger food like chicken and fish nuggets, all…
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis Cafe
Miragaia
The museum's tranquil cafe is a fine spot for a lunch special (there's always a vegetarian option) or come to linger over a coffee and slice of homemade…
Vila Nova de Gaia
Port-flavoured ice cream…what's not to love? This modish new gelateria is the perfect pit stop for a hot day – grab a cone and head down to the riverfront…
Setúbal
Amid life-size statues of vendors (fruit sellers, fishmongers etc), you can assemble a first-rate picnic at this enticing cast-iron market: cheese, olives…
Coimbra
A colourful stop for self-caterers, this market is full of lively fruit and veg stalls, fishmongers and butchers shops displaying the full range of…
The Douro
One of several low-key adegas (wine taverns) along the river's south bank, Quelha is a good place to sample regional delicacies such as Amarante’s fine…
Lisbon
Famous for market-fresh seafood, Doca Peixe is practically under Ponte 25 de Abril. Savour lemony oysters, John Dory with clam rice, or a bevy of…
Mértola
Run by the same family for over 40 years, this place is well loved by locals and extremely consistent for its homestyle Alentejan dishes. There’s outdoor…
Viseu
Self-caterers will find fruit, vegetables and other goodies at Viseu's produce market. Things are at their liveliest on the ground floor, where the fruit…
Madeira
As the name (Foot in the Water) implies, this restaurant and bar to the west of Vila Baleia sit right on the beach. The seafood, steaks and pasta are some…
Estremadura & Ribatejo
Close to Buddha Eden is this appealing restaurant in the nearby village. Mãe d'Água does confident, modern Portuguese fare in a contemporary setting…
Cascais
Whiffs of grilled chicken and piri-piri lure hungry locals to the pavement terrace of this no-frills joint serving rotisserie bird (half chicken from €8…
Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
Housed in a rustic wood and stone building, this bar-restaurant is a popular student hangout, good for a beer and a simple meal, perhaps a hamburger or…
Peso da Régua
This cosy, well-priced family-run restaurant offers small plates of well-prepared Portuguese classics, paired with a solid selection of local wines. It's…
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