Odeceixe
Overlooking the surf, this new-generation beach cafe with aqua-and-white tiles and terrace-only seating uses local produce in breakfasts, sharing platters…
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Sagres
Seafood doesn't come fresher than at this converted fish warehouse, with a timber-decked terrace overlooking the marina and Ilhotes do Martinhal offshore…
Sagres
A rustic former farmhouse 9km north of Sagres is the atmospheric setting for José Pinheiro's lauded slow-food cooking. Seafood is landed in Sagres, with…
Aljezur
A former wheat mill now houses this brilliant split-level bistro with raw timbers, comfy sofas and suspended lighting. All dishes are vegetarian and many…
Sagres
Sagres' coolest cafe makes everything from scratch – tortillas, corn chips and brioche buns included – for its tacos, nachos and burgers (eg piri-piri…
Aljezur
Adjacent to the ruined fortress of Arrifana, O Paulo has a romantic covered terrace with majestic clifftop views as far as Cabo de São Vicente. The vistas…
Sagres
In an elegant old house accessed by a lovely, mature front garden, upmarket Vila Velha offers consistently good seafood mains (go for the catch of the day…
Sagres
Built on the site of the owner's grandparents' house, this cosy terracotta-and-white spot serves wonderfully authentic Portuguese cuisine, including stand…
Carrapateira
High on the cliff overlooking Praia do Amado, what was a tiny fisher’s cabana has evolved into this large restaurant, where magnificent ocean views unfurl…
Sagres
Eclectically decorated with retro TVs and radios, toasters, bottles, books and framed photos, this cosy spot on the main drag serves mostly vegetarian…
Odeceixe
Traditional dishes from the neighbouring Alentejo region – such as pezinhos de porco (roast pig trotters) and ensopado de borrego (lamb stew) – are served…
Carrapateira
On Praia da Bordeira's dunes, with stone walls around its terrace to keep the sand out, and direct boardwalk access to the beach, this great-value…
Odeceixe
Chaparro is a great choice for no-nonsense Portuguese char-grilled meat and seafood, particularly the house-speciality, octopus with sweet potato. Watch…
Carrapateira
Umbrellas shade the tables at this summer cafe on the town's cobbled square. It's a lively pre- or postsurf hang-out for bruschetta, burgers. vibrant…
Aljezur
On the main road 4.5km south of Aljezur, what looks like a standard driver's lunch stop surprises with a contemporary interior, covered terrace and a…
Aljezur
With gleaming timber floors, raked beamed ceilings and an umbrella-shaded outdoor terrace, this down-to-earth place by the bridge serves daily seafood…
Aljezur
Unpretentious and family run, this restaurant in the residential New Church area, with guestrooms above, is a reliable spot for Portuguese meat and…
Sagres
Set on the white-sand, resort-backed Martinhal beach, this cute cobalt-blue wooden shack is a relaxing spot in the summer months, with indoor and outdoor…
Sagres
A Sagres' interior of beamed ceilings, azulejos (hand-painted tiles) and heavy timber furniture opens to a sunny dining terrace. Char-grilled fish and…
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…
