Alto Alentejo
This new craft-beer bar serves up five or so microbrews on tap from the Alentejo craft-brewer Libata. The friendly bartender will let you sample before…
Must-see nightlife in The Alentejo
Vila Nova De Milfontes
Above Praia da Franquia, about a 10-minute (700m) walk west of the centre, the wood-panelled Riverside Pub is good any time for drinks and a meal. The…
Évora
Opened in 2018, MolhóBico is the new hotspot in town, with decent cocktails and frequent live music. The low-ceiling pub-like space packs standing-room…
Évora
Around the corner from the Templo Romano, this bright, modern wine bar serves up quality pours from the well-known Cartuxa vineyard. You can pair those…
Évora
This multilevel space has a striking cafe on the lower level decked out with chequered floors and pink walls, while its entrance around the corner leads…
Alto Alentejo
A bohemian air pervades this hidden glass-roofed patio cafe, with its chunky wooden tables and world music soundtrack. Changing artwork adorns the walls,…
Baixo Alentejo
A friendly cafe, gallery and shop, where you can browse for regional goodies, or recharge over coffee, Moroccan mint tea and sweets (or salads and cheese…
Baixo Alentejo
Chequered floors, vintage furnishings and quirky artwork draw a creative crowd to this charming cafe and cultural space. Estoriastantas hosts regular…
Évora
Join the bohemian crowd in the vintage drawing rooms of this cultural space, which hosts occasional concerts, art exhibitions and film screenings. At…
Alto Alentejo
The folks behind the ingenious Rail Bike Marvão also run a small cafe and bar – a great place to unwind after a day exploring. The opening hours vary by…
Alto Alentejo
This charming new spot has a lovely terrace with views over the Alentejo countryside, and serves up fresh juices, cocktails, craft beer and wines by the…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
One of Vila Nova’s best spots for a night out, this place has fun parties (including the odd costume event), with DJs spinning wide-ranging sounds. There…
Baixo Alentejo
An atmospheric spot for a cocktail, Porta 15 has soaring arched brick ceilings, friendly bartenders and a small stage flanked by Egyptian-style sarcophagi…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
Always lively, whatever the time of year, even if the rest of the town is dead. This is a jovial bar with a pool table, outdoor seating in front and lots…
Évora
Nestle in under the attractive vaulted ceilings of this cool spot and order a great meal at a reasonable price (mains €7 to €10) and a drink, anything…
Baixo Alentejo
This sunny, art-filled cafe makes a fine destination for an afternoon pick-me-up or evening sangria, especially if you grab one of the outdoor tables on…
Évora
Gin lovers from near and far gather over refreshing, goblet-sized gin and tonics at this friendly, easy-going spot north of Praça Giraldo. There's a small…
Baixo Alentejo
The liveliest spot in town for a drink is this upstairs space tucked along a narrow lane near the Praça da República. You can catch live bands and DJ sets…
Alto Alentejo
Inside the castle walls, and a few steps from the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Tertúlia Perfeita has a terrace that makes a fine spot for an…
Mértola
Just outside the old walls, the Cafe Guadiana is a popular local gathering spot for coffee, desserts, tapas, decent pizzas (around €7) and good wines by…
Évora
Set in the cloisters of the old Palácio Barrocal, this tiny cafe and drinking spot has outdoor tables in the courtyard where you can recharge with a drink…
Évora
Praxis has one big dance floor, one small dance floor and DJs spinning house, R&B and hip-hop. It’s a lively, good-time crowd, but the place doesn’t get…
Évora
Attracting all ages, this tiny, smoky but cosy spot with little wooden tables in a cave-like space attracts a loyal following who enjoy kicking back…
Évora
Right in Évora’s medieval heart, this bar has a pretty tree-shaded patio for nursing a glass of Alentejo wine. The food is pretty good too.
Mértola
This vaguely medieval-feeling bar has friendly barkeeps and eclectic decor (colourful paintings and a wall of skeleton keys), with a shaded wooden terrace…
Alto Alentejo
This big barn-like space with vaulted ceiling is where Estremoz youth kick up their heels. Live bands or DJs hold court most weekend nights. In summer the…
Alto Alentejo
On the main drag, Café Brinquete is a handy spot for an espresso. You can also purchase tickets and get times for buses to Estremoz.
