Portalegre restaurants

The current owner and his late father were former forcados (performers of a specific style of Portuguese bullfighting), as attested by the many photos and paraphernalia that cover the walls of this atmospheric spot.…

A stylish newcomer to Portalegre, Tomba Lobos serves beautifully prepared dishes that showcase the high-quality produce of the Alentejo. Roasted lamb, hare with white beans and codfish rice are a few of the many sta…

About a 10-minute walk (700m) north of the historical centre, Sal e Alho is famous in these parts for its hearty traditional cooking. Come for game meats – like javali (wild boar) or febre (hare) or signature plates…

One of Portalegre’s only al fresco eating spots has good regional choices, including migas and tasty daily specials (like grilled pork loin or oven-baked cherne with cream and field greens). The stone-walled interio…

Step into this cheerfully tiled eatery for satisfying plates of Alentejan cuisine that won't break the bank. Standout dishes include frango assada (roasted chicken), porco preto (Alentejan pork) and bacalhau (codfis…