Tascantiga

4.4 (133 reviews)

Portuguese, Tapas Bars

Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Shawn H.

This was the first spot we visited on our second leg of our Portugal trip. It was easy to find and was very casual. The tapas sized food was perfect for what we needed as a simple appetizer as we ate through Sintra. We coupled it with wine and beer. Service was fast and friendly. It was the only spot that had a lot of people - speaks to its superiority in the area perhaps. I'd definitely recommend - get the seafood salad!

Helen H.

Our local tour guide recommended this restaurant to us for lunch. It was a great recommendation! We ordered several tapas to share. The food came out quickly. The octopus and pork cheeks were served similarly with fried onions on top. Both were tender. My favorite was the fried cuttlefish with ink aioli. We also ordered mushrooms with roasted vegetables. We were quite full afterwards. Upon leaving, we noticed a line outside. It's definitely a popular place.

Tiffany A.

This was a homey yet eclectic tapas bar. Jared and I split several plates - prawns, pork cheeks with a mustard sauce, beef cubes with fried shallots, a beet and apple salad, and a cabbage soup. The cabbage soup was very stringy and kind of hard to scoop out of the bowl they provided us, but the flavor was nice, while a little bland. My favorite was the pork cheecks - I loved the tanginess of the mustard sauce and the cook on the meat. The prawns were also delicious - albeit a little messy to eat with your hands! Love the chic / antique feel of the decor and ambience inside - it's definitely a popular place as it was pretty filled up shortly after it opened for lunch. Would 10/10 recommend!

Jason K.

My waif and I were in Lisbon for a week and decided to take the train to Sintra, lots of cool castles to see and I would recommend the city bus to see them. We wee ready for some lunch about noon and we found Tascantiga on Yelp and it was a little up the hill from the town square. It looks like a large house and has a cozy feel inside. Our servers were great and I ordered a big beer and perused the menu. Lots of younger people here, it is a good date lunch place, I thought. I ordered some octopus and a charcuterie tray and some fried cuttlefish. The charcuterie was great, lots of great meats and cheeses and some good bread. The octopus was perfect, not too chewy and super flavorful. The winner was the fried cuttlefish. Flash fried and came with a perfect dipping sauce. A little tangy. "Beer number two please!" Way too much food, but a WONDERFUL lunch!

Nita T.

Tascantiga opens at 12:15 but people line up before so if you can, I would get there around 12. It's the perfect lunch spot for a post Pena Castle visit. The staff are friendly, the vibes give authentic Portuguese (from what little I know) and the food is excellent. We overdid it on the cheese but all the cheeses were mild and delicious and paired well with the meats and breads and marmalade. We also ordered the sausage lollipops, cod balls, olives, garlic shrimp, cuttlefish, beet salad, and a mushroom dish with prosciutto. The garlic shrimp is a little salty and the cuttlefish is like calamari but a little tougher so I don't think I would get those again but everything else was delicious. We also got a pitcher of sangria which was delicious! Highly recommend Tascantiga if you're in Sintra!

Lisa T.

This place is very popular with the Sintra tourists. There was a line when I got here. Luckily, the wait wasn't very long. I got the sardines sandwich and the caldo de verde. Both were very good! I think if I were to come back, I would try the tapas. These were popular with the large groups.

Sabrina P.

Came here just for drinks after a day exploring Sintra. As a note, the kitchen does close early, so we didn't try any of their food. We were drawn to place because of the incredible views it has of Sintra, and had a fabulous time watching the sunset and drinking gin & tonics (made with local gin- and they were discounted for their happy hour between 17:00-19:00). Great place for a round of drinks before ultimately heading off to dinner elsewhere.

Sardines sandwich with peppers and tomato

Jenny C.

Despite being located in a prime tourist spot, Tascantiga served some impressive tapas. The wait can be long (up to an hour) during peak season, but we were lucky to wait only 10 minutes for a table. Their table turnaround time is quick because the food comes out pretty fast. This is a great place to get lunch during a day trip to Sintra and Pena Palace.

C Daniel C.

This was a great little place for a good meal and really good prices. On our last night in Portugal we decided a small low key meal would be good and this place was perfect. I had the fried chicken, bread, and a medium sized beer. My wife had beets with goat cheese and the mushrooms with ham. Everything was cooked just right and was a great ending to our vacation.

Nina C.

This was my partner's favorite meal in our entire trip. We ordered 4 snacks/tapas to share between the two of us and we were absolutely full. Our favorite dish was the octopus. ImMy partner kept raving that they cooked it so well. We arrived around 1:30pm on a Saturday (off-season) and was lucky enough to only wait around 5ish minutes. It's also a quick 10ish minute walk to Regal Palace.

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Michelle T.

Really popular tapas restaurant in Sintra, expect to wait in line! However, the line moves quickly! After spending time in Lisbon, I found that Sintra food was somewhat of a let-down. However, Sintra's saving grace is Tascantiga and this restaurant remains my favorite in this small area. The menus are English-speaker friendly, and there were a lot of tourists dining here. My table of three ordered seven tapas and a dessert, which was the perfect amount of food for us. My favorite was the roasted chorizo, it was deliciously juicy and came on sticks so the presentation was quite funny. Many of the foods were served in small dishes that resembled flower pots. I thought it was a very cute touch. Some of the other tapas I thought were just okay. For instance, the cheese with figs and ham lacked, well, figs and ham. The pieces were small and baked into the cheese which had a strong taste that overpowered the ingredients. Two of the dishes we ordered kind of blended together because they both had crispy onions on top. The tapas just tasted like crispy onions lol. I suspect that many of the tapas may have this crispy onion topping. The fried cuttlefish, though cute in presentation, was dry for me. Do not skip dessert and DO try to get a seat outside to enjoy the beautiful Sintra weather!

Lilly P.

this place is AWESOME! I couldn't not recommend more. the views are amazing, the food is delicious, the staff was kind. Got to enjoy the beautiful views of Sintra, while eating delicious food. Could find less expensive food, but it was reasonable and the view makes worth paying a bit more

Stella W.

Easily one of the best meals we have had in Portugal. We esp enjoyed the tuna steak sandwiches the most! I still remembered it as i am writing the review now that i am home :P Skip the beef dish if I may suggest...but then again, I am spoiled by the american/midwest beef...so i found the beef in europe is generally on the chewy/lean side. :) Be sure to get there early. There was a line before it was open.

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Luc C.

5 years ago

Fantastic discovery, situated uphill further from center. Orders are placed by ticking the dishes & drinks on a paper menu and gaving it to waiter. The interior is gorgeously stored and staff is really friendly. We tried different tapas and everything was delicious. The baked Azeitão cheese and bacalhau bolinhos were especially tasty. Kids menus are really great with large portions. Bill was €75 for 7x tapas, 6x drinks and 1 dessert. Price quality is good. Highly recommended. read more

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Leila H.

4 years ago

Such amazing staff and a beautiful ambiance! The food was great too! Highly recommend the caipirinha drink, potato wedges with sauce, and cabbage soup! :) read more

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Ivan D.

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5 years ago

Terrible customer service. To have to travel through so many stairs, make a big effort, for these people to provide bad customer service is upsetting read more

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Mark S.

7 years ago

My tuktuk driver directed me here after I got stressed out because I thought I lost my wallet. Fortunately the wallet had simply disappeared into an infrequently used pocket and was soon found but I needed a rest after the climb to the Castle of the Moors and the wallet scare. The staff was incredibly welcoming and the venue is homey but beautiful. I ordered two tapas and a small salad. The portions were very filling and I could barely finish them! Please be sure to try the "homemade" beer -- it was delicious and tasted like a hazy pale ale. read more

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Sunny N.

7 years ago

Awesome lunch just up the hill from Sintra main square, worth the walk for a great meal. Got a few tapas and the stake sandwich, great flavors. Quick service and friendly staff. read more

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Daniel J.

5 years ago

Online it says it's open until 22h but when I tried getting a table before that time on a Wednesday I was told they are closed. They need to update their hours to be accurate. read more

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Daniel T.

9 years ago

The food is delicious and the staff is very friendly. We had octopus salad, local cheese with figs and smoked ham, clams, mushrooms with vinaigrette sauce, fried prawns, fried potato peels. The dessert pumpkin with cured cheese ice cream is the best. read more

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Teresa D.

8 years ago

My friend and I dined at this restaurant tonight. We picked it based on online recommendations. The atmosphere of the restaurant is extremely cute and all the servers speak English. The decor is has lots of bright colors and paper placemats are very fun with lots of random sayings. In terms of the food: Shrimp stew is actually fried shrimp wrapped in potato noodles in a thick tomato pepper broth. It was pretty good, but very different from our expectations of stew. Pork cheeks with mushrooms and chestnut was phenomenal. Pork cheeks were very tender and the mushroom and chestnut sauce was very flavorful. Pork tenderloin was served over a sweet potato paste with grapes and crunchy caramelized bits. It was pretty good though and was the favorite dish of my friend. For pork tenderloin, the texture was pretty tender but I'm not a pork tenderloin fan as I like my pork fattier. Cod dumplings were more like potato croquettes with a soft cheese and bacon bits on top. It was probably the least favorite of our dishes as we are both not fans of croquettes and were expecting something different. Octopus was pretty good initially but tasted increasingly oily as the meal went on. It could also be because the oil is on the bottom and the octopus was soaking it up as time went on. Texture wise the octopus is kinda crunchy on the outside and chewy in the inside. Pumpkin dessert was really good. It's kinda like a baked pumpkin purée cake with vanilla ice cream on the side. the outside was kinda like cake while the inside was soft like pumpkin pie filling. read more

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Angel M.

7 years ago

Excellent, cozy place for a good lunch on a hurry. I ordered four plates, starting with the codfish with aioli sauce ummm, then the beef filet on sweet potato puree, short pork ribs and the prawns in garlic butter. Excellent flavor, good service and friendly staff! read more

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Lacey W.

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Tucked away amongst the tourist frenzy you will find a retreat at Tascantiga. Comfortable, casual and well staffed their menu boasts a nice range of tapas. The presentation of all dishes is simple but given consideration. The flavors are developed but not overdone. It's a great place to grab a lunch after a tour of the castle or museum. Enjoy! read more

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Mirba E.

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Very creative menu. We had the tuna sandwich, salad and chocolate mousse. The bread on the tuna is something I had never seen before. Delish! read more

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Jessica J.

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7 years ago

I thoroughly enjoyed my tapas, my bf, not so much. I am thankful it was a tapas place bc i can imagine not being too happy if I'd just chosen one of the plates as my main meal, but i digress. The place was charming, the set up was super cute and food good...but maybe just a tad bit too expensive. YOU MUST TRY TO APPLE CRUMPLE. Honestly the whole 4 stars goes to the dessert. It was amazing; and i want more. read more

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Felipe P.

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6 years ago

Bit of a walk up the nice, narrow streets when checking out the sites, but well worth it! Service was great! Food was spectacular. Hope they're getting on ok despite Covid. read more

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Dennis D.

9 years ago

A bit surprised that I couldn't find this on Yelp, but I happened to walk by this place, which is a bit hidden from the madness of Sintra centre. I got the grilled octopus, mushrooms with ham and cheese and the potato skins with garlic mayo plus a pint of beer, all for about €15. Thumbs up on quality of food, a bit less traditional, but definitely a true Yelper spot. Service was excellent, wifi available. read more

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B Y.

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Came here after visiting the Pena Palace and Moorish Castle. Great spot to relax your legs and grab a bite and a drink. Food was tasty and the service was attentive. Their soups were perfect tasty after a cold hike all morning. The Sangria was refreshing- I liked the note of cinnamon. The grilled chorizo was a little salty for my husband but perfect for me. The fried prawns were more like pan sautéed and the broth was great to dip your bread into. read more

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Vanessa G.

4 years ago

Excellent lunch after a morning of touring Palaces and castles. Husband had a seared tuna sandwich on incredible back bread. (Cuttlefish ink added to dough). I had a grilled vegetable and Brie open face sandwich. Both came with delicious fries. Waiter was kind and helpful with a sense of humor. read more

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Katie P.

8 years ago

The food is delicious and very cheap. We had many tapas plus sangria that totaled 29 euros. The food presentation and atmosphere makes this place extra special. The service was a little strange - we were seated by the hostess but after 20 minutes of being ignored, I got up and found some menus. The system is you mark on the menu what you want to order, but was also a task to find a pen (not provided). We gave our order to the hostess because the waiter would not come by our table. I don't think he wanted to serve us, when we finally got his attention to ask for coffee after dinner he stood 15 feet away from our table and expected us yell over what we wanted. Very strange. With that said, I would still recommend this place and would return (with the expectation of a strange level of service) because of the fantastic atmosphere, great food, delicious sangria, and excellent prices. read more

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Lauren Z.

8 years ago

This was definitely one of my favorite meals in all of Lisbon. We came here after hiking up to the castle and the palace de Pena. Hungry and exhausted this was right below the entrance/exit for villa sassetti. We got the steak sandwich which came with delicious potato wedges!! The cheese with fig and ham was also very good. It's definitely a stinky cheese which I enjoy! It comes with little toasts of bread! And of course we got the crispy fried potatoes with their mayo dip which is very good not too heavy. The wait staff is very nice. The inside has a Victorian feel. You order with checking off the items you want on the menu! read more

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Sean R.

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8 years ago

We had a nice lunch experience here. Wine, sangria, soups, chorizo, and shrimp! It was all flavorful. The chorizo was a bit salty but the soup and bread balanced it out. Heads up: - The menu says fried shrimp but they are not fried. The shrimp are sautéed and served in a lemon button sauce. - The soups come in large pots so they are large portions. read more

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Jennifer R.

8 years ago

This place was just perfect! First of all it's in Sintra which is one of the most beautiful and amazing places. A must see if you visit Portugal. Then this restaurant is quaint, has wonderful ( and funny) details including the men's and women's room! The food was scrumptious. My favorite was the mushroom with goat cheese and the pumpkin dessert. We also ordered a baked cheese, prawns, soup, salad and blood sausage. All delightful. The service was also great. Very helpful and polite and gave great recommendations. read more

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Shalabh G.

6 years ago

We went to this place based on Yelp reviews. It was a great choice. My wife is a vegetarian and kids are picky eaters but this place serviced everyone's needs. Quick eating and service and great food. read more

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Jamie A.

9 years ago

I am not exaggerating when I say I have not tasted until the night I tried Tascantiga. From the creamy, decadent cheese plate that included an assortment of soft and more firm cheeses to the not too salty, melt in your mouth charcuterie, to the beautifully presented and succulent sardine sandwich and even the rich and fresh vegetable sandwich, I really could not help but continue indulging like I have never dined before, or will never dine again. The icing on the cake: the surprisingly fizzy sangria with a cinnamon stick on top. Overkill: the lightly seasoned potato wedges that, although were tasty in their own right, were totally unnecessary. The meal was plentiful without them. I would totally recommend a visit to this establishment if you ever find yourself in Sintra, a quaint and romantic town located about 40 minutes west (by train) of downtown Lisbon. read more

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Gladwyn D.

9 years ago

Good food, beer and cinnamon sangria in a hole-on-the-hill picturesque setting; except for the occasional traffic noise. The octopus and cod salads and the cabbage soup (kale) were tasty. read more

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Tamara E.

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7 years ago

My boyfriend and I found out about Tascantiga through an Eatery YouTube video about Portugal. Our tuk tuk driver also recommended this place. Amazing place for lunch or dinner. The polvo was amazing (definitely get this). We also had the prawns and the pork cheek, as well as the cod croquettes (I listed in order of recommendation). The bread was great too. Comes in um saco de pao. I would recommend this place for sure. So bummed I didn't get to try all of their dishes. We tried going back a second time but they were closed. Was a sad moment! 5 stars for food quality, location, service. read more

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Dennis L.

5 years ago

They were terribly busy on a September Saturday, but the food was worth the wait! Seafood Salad, Charcuterie and Cheese Board, and a wonderful Tuna Sandwich on Black Bread! read more

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Anette I.

7 years ago

Had a wonderful lunch at Tascantiga. Exactly what I imagined eating on my visit to Portugal. The lemonade was fresh, the cod fish cakes were delightful, and the octopus was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend as a food stop for your day in the beautiful city of Sintra! read more

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Karlos S.

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8 years ago

If you're ever visiting Sintra in Portugal, this place is a must for lunch! Tapas and home brewed beer were outstanding!!!

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Jose R.

7 years ago

Great food for kids and families. Service is great and friendly. In a quiet neighborhood. Drop this pin to eat read more

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Greg F.

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7 years ago

Excellent! Amazing food and service! Go and be delighted!! Wine and tapas were the best we experienced in Sintra!!

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Anna B.

7 years ago

We arrived in Sintra for a day trip from Lisbon. The weather was not very appealing so we quickly decided to sit down for some tapas. When we arrived at Tascantiga there were no free tables in the terrace in the front of the restaurant. However, the waiters were very kind and brought us some drinks to enjoy while we waited for a table to become free. Once we were seated outside, it began to rain sadly. Luckily the waiters quickly offered us a table inside. The food was divine and the best we have had in Lisbon all week. The price was good and was up to the quality. Service was amazing, very helpful and approachable. Would recommend this restaurant to any and everyone! Wonderful! :) read more

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Joanna H.

9 years ago

Such a quaint restaurant like its out of a fairytale. Definitely don't miss it here. Food was delicious with adorable presentations. Very romantic. read more

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Devin W.

8 years ago

Tuna Steak super delicious. Friendly staff, menus in different languages (Portuguese, English, French, etc).

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Paul W.

8 years ago

Absolutely everything was incredible, from the prawns to the spare ribs. You cannot go wrong.

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Edwin C.

8 years ago

Great for groups, great food and service and wholesome kids meal (chicken or fish fingers with fries and salad). Sangria and soups are good too. read more

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Charles C.

7 years ago

Solid choice for tapas in Sintra. Octopus was very tasty as was the duck confit and potato peels. Fyi potato peels are basically thick cut potato chips. read more

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boughington l.

9 years ago

We checked more than a dozen menus before settling on this place. Has a cute patio on a quiet street and more vegetarian options/lighter options than most other local restaurants. Excellent cheese board, very generous soup serving. Menu in multiple languages. Bottle of house red was $12. read more

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Amos B.

7 years ago

Food was absolutely delicious. We had several tapas to share between the 5 of us; the garlic prawns, chicken wings, beef tenderloin, mushroom with ham, cheese with figs. All amazing!! All Soups totally hit the spot as well. Service and atmosphere were superb. And for the finale apple crumble that totally sealed a wonderful feast. Also great for kids-with a friendly supplemental menu. Highly recommended. We will be back. read more

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Jean-Paul W.

9 years ago

Today, not the reviews of others, but our own noses guided us to this restaurant. Specialised in Portugees tapas. Very nice, freandly staff and reasonable prices. Let the pics speak for themselves. read more

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Mark W.

9 years ago

This place had great food. I loved the atmosphere sitting outside. I absolutely loved the ribs. Definitely would recommend this place.

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Kerri-Ann L.

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9 years ago

This was a really good find in sintra as it is off the beaten track and away from the tourist traps. The tapas was very tasty! The food was fresh and there was a great retro concept behind the restaurant. The only complaint was that they didn't bring the second bits we ordered and as such we sat for a long time waiting until we reminded them. Also there were things that were not ours added to our bill - I think the ordering system when busy can be a bit chaotic. read more

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Escadinhas da Fonte da Pipa, 2
2710-557 Sintra
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Hours

What time does Tascantiga open?

Tascantiga opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Tascantiga close?

Tascantiga closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Tascantiga is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Tascantiga serve alcohol?

Yes, Tascantiga serves alcohol.

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Does Tascantiga have outdoor seating?

Yes, Tascantiga has outdoor seating options.

Does Tascantiga have parking?

Yes, Tascantiga has parking options.

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0.2 km

We had a lunch break while on a bus tour of Sintra and passed on the guide's recs for lunch and…read moretook a shot at this place. So glad we did! We were welcomed by a couple really friendly and funny young lady servers and ours was especially so cute, helpful, and funny to talk and mess with!! Wife had a great green wine and I got a huge sangria for one that was great and fruity. She ordered a "seafood rice" served invite own metal crock packed with octopus and stuff that she couldn't finish. I got the steak and chips (fries) and a perfectly sunny side egg on top (13.70 Euros). She loved hers and my server made sure mine was truly medium rare leaving it cooked and not bloody yet swimming in juice. Beware in Portugal sometimes the "steak" is a fillet if you don't confirm first like this one. So glad I went med rare!! Perfectly cooked fries too. These ladies were actually from Nepal and we enjoyed talking with them about that and we joked a lot. It was a fun welcoming lunch. Two police officers dined next to us talking with the Portuguese owner so it's a mix of locals and tourists. It's right in the center of it all and convenient. Large menu and great service. Very affordable as well! Not the best steak I've ever had but the best for this price point generally and we would def go back again next trip. Our server was named Asmee(what a cutie!) and her associate Greeta.

Spacious indoor and outdoor seating area. Excellent Portuguese dishes. I recommend the Caldo…read moreverse com chourico- cabbage soup with Portuguese sausage. For the main entree, the bochecha de pro Estrada em bingo tinto - pork cheek stewed with red wine and mashed potatoes. Lastly, the chicken pot pies were tasty. They serve you two crispy pies with soft baked chicken meat.

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Sparkling wine sangria

Nau Palatina

5.0(16 reviews)

1.0 km

his place couldn't accommodate all 7 of us. They could only do 4-5, so some of us ended up going to…read moreanother restaurant. They were short handed and I think they didn't really want to take us in but did. We were extremely grateful. They said it may take some time for our food to come out. We chanced it as reviews raved about this place. Also, we don't have reservations. The ambiance was great, staff was great, owner was amazing, and the food was really good. I highly recommend this place BUT I would make reservations. We learned this the hard way but got extremely lucky. We made sure to tip really well. I highly recommend this place and big thank you to the owner for taking us in.

A week in Portugal, this was my favorite place. If there were a Michelin system for casual little…read moreplaces this would be a Three Star. The food (wife) was absolutely phenomenal and the service (husband) was casual but attentive like a fine dining restaurant. The dishes were from all over Portugal like such as Cape Verdian beef; sheep cheese on toast; smoked duck with orange slices; grilled shrimp. It's about a 20 minute walk from the center of Sintra, which for the record completely empties out after the day trippers are gone.

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Bacalhau na Vila Sintra

4.7(28 reviews)

0.1 km

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

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Little late but Awesome so good! Definitely a place I want to go again. The people are so kind and willing to help.

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My gorgeous mother (85) such a wonderful trip with this lady

Sintra Terrace

3.4(17 reviews)

0.1 km

After a long day of castle exploration in Sintra, my girlfriends and I hit up the Sintra Terrace…read morefor a late lunch. If nobody has warned you, Sintra is at least ten degrees cooler than the rest of Lisbon due to the elevation. The propane heaters at Terrace weren't working during our visit, and we were properly freezing despite our jackets and scarves. The food was excellent, and the view towards the Sintra National Palace was even better. The service could have been just a smidge better; our waitress appeared annoyed that we needed some time to look over the menu and annoyed again when the neighboring table inquired about the propane heaters. Despite the somewhat cold shoulder and the windy shivers, I would eat or drink here again. The view made up for any faults!

I am surprised to see the lower reviews after having an exceedingly good time at the Sintra Terrace…read moreRestaurant. We stopped by for some drinks and snacks after some hiking, and were not disappointed by the supportively "best view in Sintra." The view of the National Palace is beautiful. We did not order full meals, but the bread and olive service were tasty and the French fries were delectable, enough that we ordered a second serving. The wine menu has good variety, including several varieties of vinho verde and ruby, tawny and white port wine. They also have a daily happy hour with a variety of tasty cocktails.

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Chik Hamburgueres

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Metamorphosis

4.5(48 reviews)

0.7 km

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Casual reasonably priced dinner with friendly service and lovely food! We had a 730pm reservation,…read morewere seated right away. The food came swiftly, and they gave us a shot of sherry complimentary post meal! The place is good for large groups, those on budgets, vegans/vegetarians. My husband got the peri peri chicken a d it was super hot but he liked the flavor (just wish they had ice cream on the menu to have after to cool down). I went with the p ppl Goat cheese-- it was colorful, packed with veggies & flavor!! My vegetarian friends, they are a handful of options for us!!

Metamorphosis has one of the best reviews in. Sintra but I was underwhelmed. It took about 45…read moreminutes to get our entrees of cod and grilled giltfish. The giltfish was seasoned well and cooked properly but the cod was a disaster - it was overcooked and under seasoned. We were surprised by the way as well since there were only 4 tables and we ordered fish. We also got the clams which was average as well. Not sure if the restaurant went through an unfortunate metaphorphosis.

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Vegan sausage. Tasted like smoked stuffing from thanksgiving.

Adega Vadia

4.7(7 reviews)

6.3 km

•€€

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.

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Villa Craft Beer & Bread

4.6(14 reviews)

0.3 km

Fantastic and reasonably priced bruschetta from the wood-fired oven, accompanied by a nice…read moreselection of locally-brewed beer. Most of the beers were from Rafeira, with a cider from Alfa. I got six generous 25cl pours and a gorgeous, perfectly-baked bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and chewy crust for around EUR17. For maximum enjoyment, set aside your conception of big-brewery "what beer should taste like" and open your mind to some local flavors. Ideal for singles and couples, as you can enjoy a pair of seats by the window or one of the small tables on the patio. Bigger parties are seated in the back room, which isn't quite as scenic. Their motto is "slow food" and they aren't kidding. If you start to think they forgot your order (as I did), they didn't. Your patience will be rewarded with some delicious fresh-baked bread or bruschetta. Worth the short walk off the main road, especially if you're just looking for a snack.

All the beers were great!! Good view of the castle of the Moors. And the sardinha picante bread…read moreroll was soooo tasty!

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Flight of six

Tulhas

4.1(25 reviews)

0.1 km

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!

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Cod fish cream soup

Lawrence's Restaurante

4.8(5 reviews)

0.2 km

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.

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Pork cheeks, pear and sweet potato puree

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Great view

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Love A.

2 years ago

The ambience of this restaurant is truly captivating, setting high expectations for a delightful dining experience. As I eagerly anticipated my meal, I ordered a selection including bread, butter, olives, short ribs, and Portuguese sausage. However, upon receiving my order, disappointment quickly set in. To my surprise, the butter was not only served sparingly but also came with an additional charge. The olives were excessively salty, surpassing the typical saltiness one would expect. As for the main dishes, the short ribs were disappointingly overcooked and overwhelmingly salty, overshadowing any other flavors. Similarly, the Portuguese sausage lacked the expected richness and depth of flavor, just overly salty and oily which were accompanied by a perplexing side dish resembling a mayonnaise-like sauce, the overall dining experience fell short of expectations. In addition to the salty culinary letdown, the unexpected charges for extra butter for the bread served and a takeout container, coupled with a 5% fee for paying in USD, left a sour taste in my mouth. This was particularly surprising, given that such fees are not customary in Portugal. While the concept of charging for takeout containers is commendable, they should have informed me beforehand. The overall experience, marred by excessive saltiness, lackluster flavors, and unexpected charges, left much to be desired. read more

Cameron C.

249

7 years ago

It was good. I assume it was better than the touristy spots but the reviews were... a little too good to be true. It's alright. And hey, maybe I had the wrong tapas. However, the tapas I had were mediocre. The ham/ fig jam sandwich was good. Only thing I can honestly recommend. The Pork cheek so so. The cod balls ehhh. read more

Rina R.

7 months ago

Could not be worse! Terrible experience. After visiting this dirty place my account has been hacked by waiter or owner of restaurant Anisur Rahman. He is theft. Please avoid this dirty place! read more

Casey M.