We took a day trip to Sintra and stopped into Restaurante Central for lunch with our tour group…read more This restaurant is family owned and is not a tourist spot which i loved. We all got the lunch special, I'm not sure what it's called on their menu. There were three or four different entrees, most of us chose the fish cake item (I don't remember what it's called) that was kind of like a humongous crab cake but with fish instead. Aside from our entrees we got, soup, salad, appetizers a dessert sampler and wine all for 20 euro. It was an amazing experience and such a great price! I think my favorite items were the samosas (possibly the best one i've ever had) and the cookie cake for dessert. The fish cake entree was so good, the fish was light and flaky and the texture of the cake was perfect. I'm so happy that our tour guide brought us to this local spot, these are the kind of experiences that make trips special!

The owner, his wife (the cook) and their son run this amazing place. Service fantastic. Food so…read moredelicious. The vibe great.

One of the best - if not the best meal I had during my trip to Portugal. After a visit to nearby…read moreSintra our tour guide recommended a romantic seaside lunch to us, and this place did not disappoint. It's a very high end restaurant with incredible views of the water, serving fresh seafood dishes. Service was impeccable, our waiter was happy to answer questions we had about wine and the menu (and also took an entire photo shoot of us at the end to ensure we'd have it for the memories). I started off with the octopus salad which was light and refreshing, featuring crunchy bell peppers and a light dressing. For the main course I went with the baked fish which was melt in your mouth good, swimming in butter. Paired with green wine from Portugal, it reminded me of that quote about fish - "Fish, to taste right, must swim three times - in water, in butter, and in wine." Absolute perfection. A must visit if you're in the area.

Highly recommended by our tour guide on the trip to Sintra. Stick with the seafood because they are…read moreso fresh. We had the octopus, shrimp and rice, fish sandwich and salad, and the clams as appetizer. Service is impeccable. Any table will get the panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean.

The view alone is 5 star! There is no bad seat in this place Outside seating on the deck is…read moreplentiful . The food was fresh and flavorful. The service was fast and friendly

Four of us went on a recommendation and we were definitely not disappointed. The ambiance was…read moregreat and our servers were very friendly. But what really made the night was the food. Unfortunately we never made it past the starters. Oysters were amazing - plump, fresh and delicious. Then the fried shrimp were excellent but what really was remarkable were the artichoke, beef tartare and truffle mayo apps. One of the reasons we never got to mains were 2 orders of those. Definitely a place to return to!!

During our Sintra tour, our guide Henrique took us to a restaurant located by the beach. I imagine…read moreit gets quite crowded in the summer. We sat outside and enjoyed a whole fish (sea bream) along with Arroz de Marisco. The fish was cooked perfectly. The service was very friendly, and I highly recommend this place.

GREAT SEAFOOD AND VIEW ======================…read more Our family member booked us a huge table for lunch at the end of July. We had a big group of ten at a long table overlooking one of the most beautiful beaches. Normally a great view and decent cuisine don't go hand and hand, but I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered sole after my family member recommended it. My husband walked out right after we got there because of the smell of seafood. He found another place to eat nearby. If you like seafood with a beautiful view make a reservation. You may need a private driver though because parking is a problem.

The best restaurant…read more We were heading to Sintra for the day and found this restaurant online and are so glad we did. It's the best hidden gem. It's about 10-15 minutes from Sintra, in the small village of Colares. Unlike Sintra, there aren't any tourists and it's truly locals only. We both got the steak and fries and it was the best steak ever. After we got done, the owner came over and chatted with us about the area and the restaurant. She's lovely and very proud of the restaurant. We asked her to pick out a dessert for us and she brought us cookie cake and it was SO good. When we were having lunch, a delivery came with fresh produce, so you know the food is fresh. The restaurant was authentic Portuguese food and worth the trip. If you're going to Sintra, I highly recommend coming here on your way! If I was a local, I'd eat here every meal. The best food and the best people. Truly felt like they welcomed me into their home. Note, it is cash only, so make sure to have cash!

I had a great dinner with the soup and the grilled octopus (served with baked potatoes and wilted…read moregreens) on a Thursday night. The chocolate mousse was also delicious.. a welcome change to all the pastries I have been eating. No fado, yet had great service. Ended up chatting with locals in neighboring tables and learning about the region. Even outside, they have a cute decor, a cute cat that comes by to say hello, and tables that are well separated for COVID-19 precautions. I would come back.

Start to finish - this was a spectacular experience…read more Uber fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, masterful grilling and attentive service gives this tri-level eatery with spectacular views every reason to linger and have another wine and take your time with coffee and desert. Don't forget to walk in the sand after your glorious meal. Parking is a little tricky. Definitely worth the drive. I will be back!

We had such a lovely dinner, and I think I fell in love with our waiter, Ilia. Would absolutely…read morecome back for the food and scenery. And in the name of love.

This place is an incredible gem in a beautiful community! They accommodated our American group of…read morefour spectacularly. The sparkling sangria was so refreshing, and the meal was quite possibly the best meal my partner and I have had in years! It was that good that we had to consider years of meals in comparison. The service was spendid and all our servers were kind and gave brilliant recommendations, especially the garlic shrimp starter. I would recommend any and everything we had. We somehow managed to eat desert despite eating so much, and it did not disappoint! The chocolate cake was the cherry on top for a perfect meal! It was raining the night we ate, but if you get good weather, the outdoor view is phenomenal! Go here.

We found this restaurant while visiting the area. They sat us even though we didn't have a…read morereservation and the waiter was very nice. I had a grilled tuna, my wife had steak and my daughter had grilled shrimp. The food was excellent! Best grilled tuna I have ever had! We finished it off with gelato. Give this place a try!

What a local gem, if you don't want to have a substandard, overpriced tourist lunch -- this is…read morewhere the locals and in-the-know tourists go. Don't come here for the views...come for a traditional meal. For 26€, you can have a full course meal, with red and white bottle of wine, melon, bread, olives, iberico (Portugal's version) cured ham, an entree of your choice, dessert of your choice and coffee! WOW! I forgot to take a pic of the main courses, but they were great!

Rain day today put our plans up in the air. Found Toca do Julio in Colares and what a Gem!…read more Jamon, cheese olives and melon on the table when we sat. She had salmon and lime risotto. I had rice and octopus. UNBELIEVABLE! Love it when you find a place by accident! The atmosphere, service, people and food is all top shelf!

The food was absolutely delicious. Tempura green beans, fresh bread and Turkey with mushroom gravy…read morewere all outstanding. Loved everything we tried!!!

Great restaurant by Praia da Adraga. Chill vibe inside. Nice casual place to get lunch.read more

So gorgeous! Definitely go for the views! Love the greenery and the view of the ocean!…read more We had a party of 6 on Thursday, 10/23/25. Here's what I tried: - Halloumi Cheese (10€): Amazing! - Labaneh (10€): So delicious! - Moinho Style Shrimp (17€): Very garlicky, but very good! A classic! Our waiter got everything right! Highly recommend!

This restaurant is a treasure. We caught a Bolt up to Moninho after a long day of exploring palaces…read morein Sinatra and it is exactly the escape that was needed! The terrace offers wonderful ocean views. You visit for the views and great atmosphere but the food was just as good! This place is popular so I highly recommend making a reservation!