Ericeira
Decked out with orange walls, colourful wooden tables and a glowing blue bar, this place sells really tasty meat, fish and vegie tapas, full meals,…
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Braga
This swanky, gourmet tapas bar-restaurant with two cute upstairs stone dining rooms and a streetside deck gets packed with local moneyed types. Come for…
Sagres
More appealing on the inside than out, with bright paper tablecloths and terrazzo floors, this simple spot is a decent bet for budget-priced grilled…
Setúbal Peninsula
This cafe on the main drag serves merendeiras (wood-fired oven-baked sandwiches with chorizo, beef or cod), and filling daily soups and desserts. Cash…
The Douro
This unpretentious restaurant south of town specialises in grilled lamb, veal and pork, with a few traditional Portuguese codfish dishes thrown in for…
Braga
Next to sweet-smelling Jardim de Santa Bárbara, this sunny, well-preserved art deco tearoom is a local favourite with all, but especially ladies who lunch.
Madeira
This restaurant on the square in Vila Baleia is a convenient, popular and informal place where the large portions of seafood come particularly recommended.
Braga
Packed with vendors of fresh produce, meats and cheeses, Braga's covered market buzzes on weekdays and Saturday mornings, and is ideal for self-caterers.
The Douro
Roasted veal, stewed tripe and roasted kid goat are the house specialities at this traditional Portuguese restaurant with a pretty riverside terrace.
The Douro
For tasty seafood in a modern, unfussy place with tables overlooking the crashing waves, head to the beach, 2km north of Forte São João Baptista.
Évora
You can pick up cheeses, olives, smoked meats, fruit and vegetables at the municipal market. There's a small cafe near the southern end.
Carvoeiro
Outdoor tables overlook the pool (romantically illuminated by night) at this upmarket resort restaurant with seasonally changing menus.
Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês
If you’re just in town long enough for a cup of something strong and a nibble of something sweet, then search out this bakery.
The Douro
The charming wooden booths and tables are almost always crammed with locals who descend for great coffee and better pastries.
Funchal
This street cafe serves up inexpensive lunch fare (sandwiches, pastries and soups) and drinks on pretty Praça do Município.
Setúbal Peninsula
Pasta, pizza and great service draw hungry locals to this modern, glass-enclosed Italian joint at Residencial Mar e Sol.
Funchal
Typical owner-run cafe opposite the São Pedro Church serving light lunches (sandwiches, soups and pastries) and drinks.
Mértola
Follow the scent of freshly baked bread down to this simple bakery, where you can get rolls and other essentials.
Braga
For good homemade food near the legendary pilgrimage site of Bom Jesus do Monte, try this traditional tavern.
The Minho
Monção’s best pastry shop has tempting freshly baked goods with outdoor tables overlooking the plaza.
The Douro
Sells Lamego’s famous hams and wines – ideal picnic food. Thursdays are especially busy.
Évora
Repas may be nothing special cuisine-wise, but its location with outdoor tables facing the Igreja São Francisco is pleasant. In summer, this is the spot…
Faro
With seafood on display out front, street-side seating and a slightly tacky interior lined with TV screens, this neighbourhood restaurant serves…
Évora
This busy, barn-sized cafe is an Évora institution serving coffee, crepes and cakes. You can sit at an outdoor table on the lovely plaza.
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