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!

This was such a delicious stop in Sintra! After a long day of travel from the southern coast this…read morewas the closest place to our bed-and-breakfast. When we arrived, they were just doing counter service and closing for the afternoon, but we were able to get a panini and we found local craft beer (which was pretty neat) and they let us eat on their patio. I had the Iberian sandwich which has Iberian prosciutto, flamengo cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickled red onion. It was the perfect sandwich to cure my hangry. When we went for lunch the day before we did not know that this café was also the breakfast part of our bed and breakfast. We stayed at a bed-and-breakfast the next street over and both mornings a continental breakfast at this café was included. This is one of the best breakfasts I have ever had as part of the bed-and-breakfast. We were each served a portion of fresh fruit (which changed by the day), a boiled egg, a couple slices of ham and cheese, a pastel de nata, a basket of crossiants and rolls to share, and whatever you would like to drink. I had fresh squeezed orange juice, and a latte both days. Thankfully, like most places in Portugal they offer dairy alternatives. I honestly still dream about this breakfast. The wait staff on all of our trips were so friendly and helpful. It is really a beautiful set up and they have many things that you can purchase as well. I personally purchased a bowl shaped like a strawberry that I now have in my kitchen. This is definitely a stop. You need to make while in Sintra!

This was about 5 minutes from the train. We got breakfast here before heading to Place of pena…read more Service was good.We ordered the scone, croissant, cappuccino, Smoked Salmon Sandwich & Iberian Prosciutto Sandwich. Both sandwiches were XL & came with Mozzarella, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickled Red Onion & Olive Oil. Sandwiches were simply but very delicious. You can taste the quality of the ingredients. Overall, a decent place for food. Price was fairly reasonable

I was honestly a little disappointed at first, when our tour guide took us here for lunch and I saw…read morethat it was "just" a sandwich shop. It seemed like a bit of a hole in the wall, which I always think makes the best food, so I gave it (and our tour guide) the benefit of the doubt, and I realized quickly that it had steady traffic and a constant line, which is always a good sign. I got the smoked ham and fresh cheese on a fresh baguette - the smoked ham was like a prosciutto and the fresh cheese like a ricotta, with lettuce, tomato, olive oil, and dried oregano. Very fresh, simple, bread was nice and crusty, and the olive oil and oregano were a nice touch. Seemed more of an Italian-inspired lunch to me, but I'm not complaining! Good value, too, at about only 4 euros per sandwich. No outdoor seating and limited seating inside, but there's a washroom and the tap is outside of it, so you can actually even fill up your water bottle here as well. On the left side, when you first walk in, there's also a little section for gelato - not sure if this is part of Puro Sabor or another side shop within, but either way, you can get a sandwich and dessert in the same spot.

I asked the museum guards where they eat and they said this place- well done, museum guards! The…read moresandwiches are a great deal and they're delicious. I've been here twice now- each time for sweets and sandwiches. Always perfect. Try to pay in exact change- it gets really crowded here and it slows them down if you give them a big bill. Plus it's really cheap, so it's easy to have exactly change. You will be happy with anything here.

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.

This was the first spot we visited on our second leg of our Portugal trip. It was easy to find and…read morewas 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!

If you haven't already, you have to try the Lisbon specific liquor. This is one of the place that…read moresells Ginja in a chocolate cup. You drink half of the shot and then eat the rest of the cup with the remainder. It gives a very rich and full flavor, but I will warn you that people do you think it tastes like medicine. It's so easy and it's a quick in and out store. The worker was so knowledgeable and is English friendly. You can also buy different cuts of meat and cheeses. She allowed me to do a taste test before I purchased the cheese and I thought it was very thoughtful of her. I ended up purchasing a block of goat cheese, but if you're in the market for cheeses, I would highly recommend that you guys at least also try the sheep milk cheese. That one was the most specific flavor that was also extremely unique. It was overall very cute store that you could shop around in and the food was tasty.

Awesome place to stop by and try 1 Euro Ginjinha. It is served one either white or dark chocolate…read morecup and just the right size to endure the unique tasting of this drink. To me, it was more like Nyquil, cherry flavored of course. Greeted by super nice lady. Did have a additional seating in the back for some drinks and food. Since we did not have enough time, settled for the sight seeing and try out the drinks everyone is talking about.

I visited Lisbon and Sintra for a few days and tried a few different restaurants while here. Villa…read more6 was hands down the best place I've eaten at. The food was fantastic and the service and atmosphere were great! Highly recommend you try this hidden gem if you happen to be in Sintra!

"All I want is to eat that arm." (Sci-Fi Film "District 9", not to be confused with Villa 6)…read more Tucked deep into the steep hills of Sintra, this cute little restaurant is staffed with welcoming servers who do not in the very least resemble alien prawns. Some stumble upon Villa 6 while snaking their way downhill from Pena Palace, and that would be the preferable way to arrive here. Walking uphill instead is a feat requiring an unhuman tolerance for endless steps that could lead to one chewing their arm off in a fit of insanity. On our way up, every time we reached the top of a set of stairs, magically a new set would appear that would wind in another direction up the hill. It was exactly like the stairs scene near the end of "The Labyrinth", except with no Bowie and no tights. After the long hike, the shaded tables on the cobblestone street at Villa 6 were a huge relief, and the blankets on each chair were a thoughtful touch for extra cushioning. The rap music played here didn't match the rest of the ambiance, but we oddly also noticed rap blasting at several other restaurants we visited in Portugal. Now Villa 6 does not serve arm, but it does offer tasty tapas and traditional Portuguese dishes like bacalhau and bifana, sandwiches made with pork marinated in white wine, garlic, and paprika. We began our meal with some bacalhau codfish fritter appetizers, and they were perfect--crispy on the outside; creamy on the inside. Delicious! This was followed by a hearty pork loin bifana sans mustard. The meat was tender, flavorful, and precisely the fuel needed to take on another 100,000 hidden steps! Prices: Quite reasonable! 5 Euro for a bifana is a great deal! Worthy a rating of 4.5 cod balls. Ambiance: Solid rap playlist for lowkey creating a gangsta video to send to your friends back home. 4 record scratches! Food: I thoroughly enjoyed my bifana and the fritters! 4.8 Prawn sonic blasters! Ability to reach the restaurant: George Tsoukalos would say there was alien involvement regarding the steps. Negative 5,000 Overall Villa 6 is a wonderful spot to enjoy traditional Portuguese food before or after exploring the castles of Sintra. I give it 4.4 stars.

Beautiful dunes. So many underestimate but from dunes you are close to cresmina beach and guincho…read morebeach both beautiful but windy

My favorite spot. Honestly it's one of those spots I don't want to write a review about, because I…read morewant to keep it a secret. But here goes, because "sharing is caring". Food/drinks are self-service here, which means you straight walk in to the cafe and order to your left. You'll take your drinks (coffee, etc.), and they'll bring the food out to you. They have a menu in both Portuguese and English, but the menu isn't always visible so just ask them for one and they'll pull one right up from the counter. I like their Dutch Sandwiches (I think those were what they called it), which is basically like flatbread sandwiches. The sandwiches and salads are prepared onsite, surprisingly - you wouldn't think they can actually cook much in such a small kitchen/counter space. Their pastries are ok too, but I don't think the pastries are prepared there. Note that "cafe" in Portugal basically means an espresso. You can also order your coffee decaf, but it'll still be an espresso. If you want something milder, like the American cup o' joe, ask for an Abatanado - I didn't see it on the menu in this cafe, but usually other Portuguese cafes have this option. They do have Garoto, which they call "latte", but really it's just the same espresso with maybe three teaspoons of milk (atleast it tasted that way) - don't expect to find the typical latte you would get in the States. If you're okay with very milky coffee (milkier than the standard American latte), order a Galao (usually about three quarters of the cup is milk) or Meia de Leite ("Half Milk" = half of the cup is milk). The cafe is pretty small, about 5~6 picnic tables outside, where you can see the Dune and the Ocean from afar. They always keep a bowl full of water for dogs, and hence my family calls it the "dog cafe". They also have indoor seating, but it tends to be a little warmer and a bit stuffy. Still, nice natural colors. Parking is a bit tricky here, especially the way out - which is typical of parking lots in Portugal, since they seem to have smaller individual car spaces than the ones in California usually do. Be careful not to scratch any other car on your way out! Tip: You can walk down the dune from this cafe. Just follow where the people are going, or follow the signs! It's a narrow walk, but quite nice. Many people either jog or walk with their dogs.

We came here for lunch after visiting the Sintra castles. It's fairly close to the train station…read more Price was really good. We got a sandwich and drink combo for only 3.5! The bread was quite soft. It reminded me of banh mi bread. It was really filling too.

Great Place. Hidden on a street down some stairs on an adjacent street from the train station. We…read morefed a family of 4 for €20. Their combos are unbeatable, a toasted sandwich and a beer for €4. Their English is great, and they are super accommodating even for picky kid eaters! Definitely worth a stop on your tour of Sintra.

Don't come here if you're in a rush, because a) the line was loooooooooong and b) you'll miss out…read moreon savoring the pastries. We got a smattering of things to try, and they were all great. The egg tart is a specialty, and I liked that it wasn't super sweet. The travesseiros are ok, but that's a me thing (not a pastry thing). They speak some English there, and it was easy enough to point and order if we got stuck. It's also quite affordable. All our pastries and coffees were about 20 Euro. It's a small interior with outdoor seating if the weather is cooperating, and service was decent enough with so many people in line. It's one of those Sintra bucket list places you have to visit just to say you went, but it's also a pretty good stop to have on your itinerary.

This is the second location of the popular Piriquita. It's a little less busy than the OG and close…read moreby. It offered both sit in and takeaway. I got takeaway pastries from here. The staff was friendly, helpful to my English speaking self and offered many great suggestions! There is a credit card minimum- which allowed me to sample several pastries, all of which were amazing. Highly recommend both Piriquita locations!