If you're in Sintra, do NOT miss Tascantiga. It was easily our favorite meal of the trip. It feels…read morelike dining in someone's Portuguese family home, with mismatched plates and charm in every detail. The sangria (by the glass or in a clay jug) is a must.  We went all in as a group of four diners, ordering the sardine sandwich (incredibly fresh and layered with flavor), fried fish, octopus, scrumptious pig cheeks, and the most delicious chicken wings. Honestly, I could've skipped the steak sandwich, but everything else was outstanding. Didn't make it to dessert, but the plates we saw heading to other tables looked good. Even the bathroom adds to the experience, decorated like a home, complete with fake hanging "laundry". We walked in during a busy lunch time on a weekend day. Indoor and outdoor seating is available depending on the weather.

Enjoyed this family style restaurant in the heart of Sintra square. Friendly staff. Generous…read moreportions.

A hidden gem just down from Regaleira Tower that serves delicious food, carries a wonderfully…read morepleasant vibe and makes for one of the better lunch spots you'll find in Sintra The space is cozy and splendid, with two small wine racks on display showcasing a solid variety of bottles to choose from. WiFi is available if you need it. We ordered and while waiting, enjoyed a bottle of wine for €18, a great value for a sit down lunch. Food hit the table about 20 minutes in, which was perfectly reasonable. My wife went with the steak, potatoes, eggs and sautéed vegetables. The steak was seasoned perfectly. I had the codfish with cornbread, sweet potatoes and spinach, a dish that is distinctly Portuguese and done really well here. Generous portioning for one, and again the seasoning was spot on across the board.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ A small but appreciated detail: the espressos arrived on warm plates, a thoughtful touch that suggests the kitchen actually cares about what they're sending out. After a morning of climbing through Sintra's palaces and towers, this is exactly the kind of place you want to stumble upon. Highly recommend making it part of your afternoon.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

the food was good, well priced. Service was average... required a decent amountof waiting or…read morechasing down the wait staff. Gluten-free options are plentiful and the staff is knowledgeable.

For dinner we had the pork cheeks and pear which was a bit too salty which is too bad, otherwise…read morewould have been good. Very tender pork. The fish risotto was too salty, much too salty. So two dishes were too salty for our taste. Would not recommend. Service was great. The breakfast was outstanding everything you could want. Lots of selection. Fresh and tasty.

Good seafood! I had the Lawrence Cop special and my son had the grilled Octopus. Both were very…read moretasty and good size portions. Great view from the terrace.

I saw outside. Beautifully placed terrace to watch people watch. It was chilly and the waitress…read more(without asking) brought me a blanket. She also offered recommendations which was very helpful. The cod was delicious. Well seasoned and cooked. No complaints. Anyone that is looking for a good meal and even better service, come here.

I'm surprised by the mixed reviews. Our recent visit did not disappoint. Came here on a whim after…read moreour tour of the castles. We happened to look up restaurants on Travel Advisor and this one was highly rated. The outside dining area was appealing but as we walked inside, I was drawn in by the decor - clean, cozy, and serene. Their bathroom was stunning immersed in green tile. We were seated in the back next to a window with a beautiful view. Service was attentive yet unintrusive. We were so hungry and ordered quite a few dishes: Starters: Bread/Butter Olives Foie Gras White Anchovies Prawns with Garlic Main dishes: Caesar Salad (enough to be shared by 2 people) Steak was served medium rare and came with fries Bacalhau - Cod EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING was delicious!! I did not realize that the Caesar Salad came with chicken. It was a meal of its own. However, the steak and cod were the highlight of our lunch experience! The steak was well-seasoned and tender. They made sure it was prepared medium rare. The cod was also tasty paired with sauteed greens and their version of mashed potatoes. Such a beautiful restaurant. This spot is a hidden gem in Sintra - give it some love and check it out.

Bacalhau na Vila -- A temple to Portugal's most iconic ingredient…read more Portugal has a deep culinary relationship with Bacalhau, and Bacalhau na Vila leans into that heritage completely. This isn't simply a restaurant that happens to serve cod; the entire concept is built around it. The menu explores bacalhau through multiple traditional preparations, each highlighting a different texture and flavour profile. We started with cream of spinach soup with cod, a surprisingly elegant opener. The soup was smooth and comforting, with the cod adding a savoury depth that balanced the creaminess without overpowering it. The appetizers showcased two beloved Portuguese classics. The codfish cakes (pastéis/bolinhos de bacalhau) were perfectly executed--light, crisp, and fluffy with well-balanced seasoning. The pataniscas, a looser cod fritter, had a rustic charm with a golden exterior and tender interior. For the main course we ordered roasted cod, which was excellent. The fish was flaky and deeply flavourful, demonstrating why bacalhau has been such an enduring staple in Portuguese cuisine. What makes the restaurant memorable is how intentionally it celebrates this ingredient. Cod has historically played a major role in Portugal's food culture, and Bacalhau na Vila turns that history into a cohesive dining experience. Service was friendly, attentive, and professional, with staff who clearly know the menu and take pride in the concept. If you're visiting Sintra and want to experience one of Portugal's most iconic ingredients prepared in several traditional styles, Bacalhau na Vila is a great place to do it.

The food, services were great. Definitely recommend if you are in Sintra after visiting the castles.read more

It's off the beaten path, but no too far. It's quaint, tasty and very reasonable. We ordered the…read morefried bachalau (cod fish) and I have the pork with rice. The food was tasty, the service was prompt and the price was fantastic. If you want to eat on the main strip and get overpriced bleh food, knock yourself out. But if you want a reasonably priced, good meal that the locals and guides eat at, come here.

Filling and tasty local food. Good value for a touristy area. I had the dried cod with potatoes and…read moreonions. It was good!

On the street corner in the amazing mountain town of Sintra sits the quaint Bristol restaurant…read more Seating inside outside with friendly accommodating staff with english. Very large menu we decided on stroganoff with rice , baked cod with potatoes two hamburgers, and a cheeseburger which came with French fries. Orders came out after a short wait which was ok because you'll enjoy the people watching. All were excellent the stroganoff had strips of sirloin mushrooms and a creamy sauce accompanied by rice and vegetables. The grilled cod was a generous portion and very good bones were present. The 3 burgers were cooked to our request lettuce & tomatoes fresh with plenty of hot fry's. The staff was very busy in tight quarters they were outstanding as well as the food. We were all too full for desert. Give Bristol a try

Delicious codfish à Brás and steak and eggs--both dishes were full of flavor. It's definitely on…read morethe pricier side, but the prime location in the heart of Sintra makes it worth it. A perfect spot for a lunch break after a morning of hiking.

No parking but not a surprise since the tourist town is packed…read more Really fun service. A little snarky but well natured. Food was really good and affordable as most of the country. Great location in town. Ambiance is nice but a bit to tight but not a surprise given it's a tourist place.

First Impressions: we came in at 12pm on a Sunday and it wasn't busy at all. Waiter was very kind…read moreand explained the menu and gave his recommendations. Also offered us the WiFi so we could Yelp, lol The Noms: Octopus salad - tender and barely chewy Iberico Black Forest pork - tender with good flavoring. Lamb chops - tender and juicy Cod cream soup - very flavorful and creamy Almond cake - a treat since we couldn't be home with family to celebrate the Lunar New Year (Rabbit). It was very good and not too sweet (perfect for us because you know the highest praise from an Asian palate is "not too sweet") would def recommend getting this In Conclusion: one of our best and favorite meals in Portugal. Very consistent as in we enjoyed everything we ordered... other restaurants, our meals were hit or miss around the table. Would highly recommend!

Came as part of a group tour. Service was okay but the restaurant was definitely at capacity for…read morelunch and felt cramped. Wasn't a fan of the seafood rice soup (shrimp and monk fish) nor the flan inspired dessert. At least the prices were pretty reasonable.

Visiting Sintra just for the night. Suggested by the hotel I'm stayed. Highly recommend!! Out of…read morethe park on all counts. Service food and prices are extraordinary. Had the fillet and rice as an entree, melon and procutto as an app and ANY of the deserts are a home run!!

Food was decent here, the family enjoyed the pizza and also the steak as well. The shrimp garlic…read morewas also perfectly fine. The location of this place is the real draw given where it is conveniently situated and they have a nice outdoor seating area that we enjoyed as well. Honestly this is probably one of the best places to eat from a proximity to shopping and tourist area POV. It's not like it was the best meal we had in Portugal by any stretch but it was fine enough that it didn't feel like some of the more obvious tourist traps we ended up at (not out of our own choice more b/c of timing purposes). Again, this is a good "we're touring here for a few hours but we want to eat somewhere that doesn't suck and feels local" kind of place to check out, so as long as you're not expecting something crazy good and just want to eat at a decent place in between long walks, this place works.

We ordered the steak à la Paris, mushroom risotto, shrimp risotto, and everything we had was…read moredelicious. The steaks were cooked perfectly. The risottos were creamy, the appetizers were also amazing. Service was quick and great. The restaurant is so calming and beautiful.