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!

Stopped here after a visit to the ocean. Perfect place for for families and a bit of local culture…read more Service is slow but that is the norm for our journey here in Portugal. Enjoy the pace of life. Food is awesome. Cannot recommend more of you Love a local feeling experience with a great atmosphere. I recommend the sangria here but as is the case with all restaurants in this area green wine is best.

Absolutely charmig place with great interiors, nice garden area and a pleasant family atmosphere…read more The restaurant is located far away of crowdy touristic spots and you can truly relax there. The food is delicious !

Food was delicious. Servers were attentive. Small quaint place with soothing music playing.read more

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.

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 and service were incredible! We ordered the steak, octopus salad, and roasted cod dish,…read moreand every bite was fresh and delicious. The white sangria was also so good!

Beautiful grounds, as we attempted to stop by on our way to see the famous Quinta da Regaleira…read moreacross the road. Unfortunately, the arch and main entrance attraction was closed with a scaffolding and drapery blocking the way. It seemed they were preparing for an outdoor wedding, with truck fulls of white flowers to decorate the lawn. The cocktail prices for the bar were as reasonable if not even more reasonable than some much less fancy places.

When I travel, I always try to pick out unique hotels that reflect the area's history and culture…read more I'm always surprised by how much the prices for five star hotels drop in low season. Seteais Palace in Sintra usually runs a rack rate of $400, but I was able to book it for about $150 a night. We stayed two nights in this hotel and it was sublime! I cannot say enough about the service and the beauty of this hotel. We were greeted with two glasses of port and an assortment of savory tarts. The hotel and the room was impeccably clean and the view over the labyrinth could not be beat. Seteais captured the mood of Sintra and put us within walking distance to Quinta da Regaleira. What more could we ask for? This gem boasts manicured gardens, decrepit stairways leading to hidden grottos, original frescoes, orange orchards, magnificent food, a sumptuous breakfast buffet, elegance and outstanding views. Did I mention hospitality? There were very few guests when we arrived and we had the place to ourselves. We roamed from one incredible room to the next feeling like royalty. During dinner we were the only ones seated in the grand ballroom being serenaded by a harpist. The Seteais Palace (Seven Sighs) is so called because of the love affair between a Portugues nobleman and a Moorish princess. Built between 1783 and 1787 for the Dutch consul Daniel Gildemeester, on lands granted by the Marquis of Pombal, it is a splendid example of 18th Century architecture. Exceptionally glamorous, the palace is set amid classical and romantic gardens that preside over the lush panorama of Sintra. The grand public rooms are nothing short of stunning featuring original frescoes attributed to French painter Jean Pillement. Painted motifs include exotic vegetation and mythological characters such as nereids, tritons and nymphs. A walk through the palace reveals small touches of glamour such as fresh cut flower arrangements, gleaming silverware, molded ceilings, marble statuary and comfortable antique couches. The bedrooms are richly upholstered with period furniture and feature views toward the valley or the pool. Just gorgeous.

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.

Absolutely amazing dinner. Every single dish hit the spot for us. The service was excellent. Highly…read morehighly recommended.

The tasting menu was a fantastic experience. We had the place to ourselves, come here before this…read moreplace becomes more popular. It is a bit off the tourist trail, but worth going slightly out of your way for.

My wife and I are visiting and got the steak and potatoes for two. Service was top notch, and we…read moregot to unwind in a relaxing atmosphere. Had an amazing time, can't recommend enough.

Atmosphere, food and service excellent. Simple menu to choose from but nice selection. All…read moreinclusive menu with wine and coffee and dessert. Going back for dinner next..

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!