Amber & Harrison
Exploring Portugal
Pont'a Pé
Pont’A Pé is a classic Portuguese tasca which sits on the bridge over the Aljezur river, next to the market. Stop by for lunch outside to watch the every day life of Aljezur go by, or a cosy dinner in the evening, with the best traditional Portuguese fare.
O Sargo
With a glorious view over Monte Clerigo beach, the O Sargo menu is a fusion of local produce with international flavours. Take a culinary trip from Asia to South America - from gyozas, tuna tataki, and poke bowls, via risottos and spaghetti vongole, to ceviches and flame grilled meats. The diverse but considered menu works well for all diets.
Casa de Hóspedes e Restaurante Dorita
A typical Portuguese restaurant, with a fantastic view over Odeceixe beach, La Dorita offers Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine with excellent seafood, grilled fish and en extensive dessert list for those with a sweet tooth.
CAL
Keep in mind this will be the location of our welcome event! This restaurant represents a new concept in town, with a relaxed open area in front of the main access to Praia da Arrifana. The menu offers tapas style, traditional and fusion flavours, cocktails and a cool atmosphere. Perfect for dinner after a day on the beach.
Naperon
The latest offering from acclaimed chef Hugo Nascimento, Näperõn offers tasting menus with either four or seven courses. Recommended by the Michelin guide, this is modern, fine dining at it’s best in a smart but cosy setting in Odeceixe village.
O Paulo
Located on top of the cliff above Arrifana beach, O Paulo specialises in the best fresh grilled fish and seafood, with stunning views stretching for miles along the Vicentine Coast.
Bar da Praia
A super lunch spot in Odeceixe, Bar da Praia is a small, relaxed cafe at the top of Odeceixe beach, with a wonderful view across the Atlantic. The menu includes classic Portuguese and Mediterranean dishes, with a daily specials board offering fresh local produce.
MÁDÁ Restaurant & Bar
New steakhouse and bar just past Aljezur, open from Thursday to Tuesday, serving super steaks, sandwiches, starters and sides in a modern, relaxed setting.
Várzea
A fantastic restaurant in the heart of Aljezur, Várzea serves a tapas style menu, with fish caught in the ocean just 10km away, locally cooked meats, cooked to perfection on the grill, and vegetables (most of which are grown in their own garden). Interesting flavour combinations cater for all diets with various vegetarian and vegan dishes on offer.
Café Palhinhas
With a panoramic sea view, this is one of the best secret spots to watch the sunset. Whilst the cafe itself is a bit rough around the edges, you will find simple Portuguese food cooked very well. Enjoy a plate of local oysters, octopus salad, greatt pataniscas, and fries.
Gaia Shop Restaurant
In the heart of Rogil, Gaia is an organic shop selling a super selection of local produce including fruits and vegetables, dried pulses and grains, and natural medicines. The restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch, with a delicious, plant based menu.
Koyo Speciality Coffees
On a side street in Aljezur new town you will find Koyo coffee, the cafe from one of the best, new coffee roasters in Portugal. A daily hang out spot for the local, international commununity, you’ll get a buzz from the atmosphere as well as the caffeine. Open until 4pm.
Feira da Ladra
Amazing flea market on Saturday or a Tuesday Mornings (lots of thrift/vintage) — type in Lisbon Flea Market on Apple Maps (market is actually called Feira da Ladra) fun to watch people there and you have to walk through the area called Alfama (the old town area) to get there. Tourist there but really beautiful and worth it.
Castelo de São Jorge
Also the fort is over there and most people skip because it seems like a tourist attraction and it is, but it’s so great with an amazing view of the city. I recomend getting some snacks/ wine and going up there like an hour or hour and a half before sunset and catching the sunset while looking out over the whole city sitting down sipping on wine. Beyond underrated wine region here… if you are going to do this, hike up, it’s a climb but it’s a fun one! (Give yourself extra time for this)
Praia da Costa da Caparica
The closest beach by Uber is Caparica—(20 min/ 30 euro) it’s across the big bridge there’s tons of beaches bar/ restaurants in Caparica— most locals go to Princesa (chic) or maybe Buya… Princesa is a restaurant over looking the beach and has really nice food too. You can rent surfboards and or a wetsuit at the beach or just beach hang. You can also take the train to Cas Cais beaches which are a super easy ride (weekends and summer the train is more busy) or uber (20 min/ 20 euro) people uber a lot here in Lisbon or walk.
Sintra
Sintra is a a 35-45 min Uber ride to this magical lush medieval fairy castle land in the mountains (look it up on Google and see if it’s of interest) it was built many centuries ago and a fun little day trip… this place is so cool with so much to see - and or see and hike…
Carmo Archaeological Museum
If you wants a museum-ish experience in the heart of lisbon but don't want to spend a lot of money or time head to Carmo Convent— the ruins of an old cathedral built in 1113. So cool and beautiful- look this up, it’s very special. But the big art museum is amazing! (gulbenkian museum).
Praia do Ribeiro do Cavalo
Another great beach is Praia do Ribeiro do Cavalo which is south of Caparica in Arriabada State Park (the closest city is Sesimbra) about 45 mins from Lisbon— it’s a cool stunning hike down and then it gets very rocky and is basically a vertical scramble to the actual beach (so not super easy to get to) but worth it if you’re into that kind of thing!
Belém Tower
Belem tower is half way between lisbon and Cas Caison’s is super cool. You need to book ahead to get in to the actual tower. Less line if you go early. MAAT (art museum there too)
Botanical Garden of Lisbon
In the heart of the city, if you need a break from and want a quick but leisurely stroll while exploring I suggest the Botanical garden.
Puppet Museum
A recommendation from a friend that I'd love to check out someday, so if you go please report back to us!
Faz Frio
Lunch dinner spot, my personal favorite lunch spot, great lunch or dinner spot, old school Lisbon. My favorite thing on the menu was the Bras de trufa & Cogumelos do Bosque and Camarao Salteado.
Magnolia Bistrot & Winebar
Very cute cute restaurant on Praças das Flores (locals fave little park)
Black Sheep Lisboa
Our friend Josh and Nicole took us here the last time we were in Lisbon and loved it! Best best wine bar (stop here for a wine before dinner at Magnolia— can drink your wine in the park)
Boavista Social Club
Self proclaimed ‘audiophile’ restaurant and bar. Amber went here on her first solo trip to Lisbon had the best time meeting people from all over, great drinks and tapas.
Rosamar
Great seafood but can be pricey (for Lisbon) Great one!!
Mercearia do Século | Restaurant
Another great local spot, super small though you so you'll need a reservation. Fernanda is the owner and waiter and is beautiful and amazing. Portuguese food.
Hikidashi Taberna Japonesa
Hikidashi (sister restaurant across the street same menu is, Tana) great sushi need a reservation.
Restaurante Go Juu
Local friends also recommend. Great Japanese really hard to get into - you can not get in on the weekend.
Marquise da Mobler
Great breakfast spot!!! Next door is their coffee and brunch place with the same name. It has a lovely jungle terrace in the backyard, and shelves are full of beautiful ceramics. Grab your lunch or breakfast and enjoy the gorgeous surroundings.
Hello, Kristof
Coffe & Brunch
Mila - Santos - Specialty Coffee, Brunch & Salad Bar
Brunch and coffe!
Young Liberty-gestão E Exploração De Café-bar Lda
Coffe, Breakfast and book, need anything else?
Seagull Method cafe • Brunch
Brunch.
Fábrica da Nata
A Nata (or Pastel de Nata) is a traditional Portuguese egg custard tart, famous for its crispy, flaky pastry shell and creamy, slightly caramelized custard filling, often served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and cinnamon.
Arquívos Vintage
Some vintage shopping in the area, found my favorite purse here for 25 euros.
A Outra Face da Lua (Baixa)
Some more vintage shopping
Cortiço & Netos
Just one of the many tile shops in Lisbon. Get lost on the walk over, take in the scenes of tile displayed all over the city.
Solar Antiques
Great vintage tiles in Lisbon, nice to just look around at the antique pieces.
Quiosque Lisboa - Príncipe Real
A central spot to grab an espresso or glass of wine and sit outside or in the park in between your adventures.
A Valenciana restaurant
Very local, no tourists, some of the best chicken Harry has every had.
