50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Mafra

“It's very difficult to have everything good and sometimes it doesn't just depend on the restaurant, it depends on the diners. And today everything fell into place, basket with hot bread and cracklings already inside the bread, a person received like this even forgets to place the order. Then a menu that, after looking at it a lot, leaves you thinking that, well, well, you could order almost everything. I ended up placing myself in the "hands" of the lady who attended to me, with kindness and pure joy, and she chose for me, and the certainty and security with which she did so, without fear, is truly from someone who knows the excellent quality of the service for which She shows her face, there aren't many like that. Once again Mr. João, thank you very much for everything. More than knowing how to cook, it's being able to convey on the plate all the feelings that go into what you do. For you it was just another day, for me it was a discovery. Just two minutes of talking to you and if I hadn't had a sweet tooth I wouldn't need dessert anymore. We will definitely see each other more often, that's all I can tell you. Thanks.“

“Cozy space, very well decorated, very professional staff, I had to wait for a table a little longer than expected, but the employee made a point of apologizing as soon as we sat down, the service made up for the wait, it was quite quick between ordering and When the food arrived, the preparation was wonderful.
It was a great experience to randomly pass by this restaurant.
I recommend“

“5 different meals, all excellent, in addition to fast service, it has beautiful views of the palace. They allow you to take tupperware of leftovers home and very good value for money. Highly recommended. On top of that they serve breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner“

“The service was excellent, the dishes were very well served and delicious. I ordered the fried cuttlefish and they were excellent, very fresh. The desserts are also impeccable. The atmosphere is pleasant, it seems like a very family restaurant.“

“Very welcoming space, delicious food, and the manager and the rest of the team are very attentive!
I went to the restaurant on advice and it was an excellent experience.
The service could be slightly faster but nothing that affects the experience.
We will definitely repeat.“

“The food was exquisite, full of flavour, and really fresh, and the service was excellent!

Dietary restrictions: They can cater to dietary needs.

Kid-friendliness: They are very family orientated. They do not have a child's menu, but that seems to be common in Portugal as the children eat the same as the adults. Earing out in Portugal really is a family affair.“

“The first kebab house in Ericeira, the food is excellent, service is homely and the meat, falafel, salads and sauces are all authentic, clean and well prepared. I have rarely experienced this with a kebab house anywhere and it's rare for me to eat a 'kebab'. However the exception is at Luxembourg where it all comes together and I keep going back. Quality doesn't need to come at a high price. Luxembourg does its job perfectly.“

“Lovely restaurant tucked into a beautiful street in Colares, Portugal. Our dining companion had the tasty Shrimp soup and we had the fresh fish entrees. We had a wonderful leisurely lunch with wine and good companions. This spot has a serene vibe with beautiful food and scenery.“

“Food with a high quality product, generous dishes and a very good price, spectacular octopus and incredible prawns with coconut sauce, charming and very attentive staff, all accompanied by wonderful views. A must visit to eat well at a good price.“

“If you’re looking for a genuine, lovely, local place to eat, search no further. This is the place you’re looking for . Extremely friendly, quaint little restaurant with hearty food and great house wine (I tried the white). It is really small and thus cozy and the staff is attentive and well meaning. You will find yourself immediately at home here. Additionally, they broadcast sports on their (discreet but present) screens indoors and out in the street. You can grab a stool outside and watch the match while you relish a plate of pimientos al padron with a nice cold draft. Yeah… recommend !“

“I had a simply stunning lunch, starting with the service which was excellent, the chef's touch of refinement in the presentation of the starters and desserts was divine.
Everything was very good, from the preparation to the perfect combinations of ingredients.
A really top lunch in every aspect.“

“If we return to Sintra, we will definitely repeat. Homemade food and very good service. The dishes are abundant and at a good price.

First we ordered the grelhado cheese which was very good. The house offers you starters at the table and if you don't want them you just have to tell them so they don't charge you for them. For the main course we ordered a bacalhau with cream and a maminha. The food was 10 and we were full. The attention is very close and very good even if we are tourists, they treat you as if you were one of the locals. They have made us feel very comfortable. My congratulations to the place for achieving such good results in Sintra, where most restaurants are expensive and offer poor quality.“

“I had the most incredible lunch at Caricato. Greatly situated with views of Serra de Sintra and close to the beach, what makes this restaurant special is the truly remarkable food and wine offerings. The grilled squid was an absolute delight, bursting with flavor. To make it even more special, the staff is warm and helpful which made us feel right at home. The cooks are undeniably talented; every dish is a feast! Caricato is definitely my favourite restaurant in the area.“

“Cute place if you want a quick dessert. The workers are nice and motivated even though it’s late.
I took a waffle, which was pretty good but the ice cream had a lack of flavor…
The chantilly was not good and didn’t taste good at all. The waffle was soft and well cooked.
We took a vanilla milkshake but it was just a cup of milk with a tint of vanilla…
The atmosphere is cute but it’s better to take away for much more pleasure !“

“A classic Portuguese bar with homemade food at a very good price, of which there are few left. Feixoada, lizard, golden grelhada... all very very delicious ?. The young waiter was very fast when it came to taking orders, picking up, etc...perhaps a little more calm would improve the experience. Otherwise super recommended.

Kid-friendliness: They accept children and have a children's menu for €8“

“The best place to eat fish for lunch (it only opens at noon). On the day of our visit, we had a gorgeous grilled sea bass. The side dishes are fixed (very generous portions) and the same regardless of the fish you order. We paid 45 Euros for a sea bass for two with beans, potatoes, salad, and half a litre of white wine.

Service is ultra friendly.“

“Atmosphere: Cozy and familiar. Service: Quick service, everyone is very friendly and attentive.Food: There are many options on the menu such as cod with cream, meats, delicious desserts, homemade farofias that melt in your mouth.Good price / quality, you should book a table.“

“This restaurant clearly stands out with its decor and concept.
For me one of the best restaurants I've been to so far. The many small dishes invite you to share and everything was outstanding, so much so that we went there again the following day.
Great service, especially when you order the eggplant.

Recommendation goes out“

“For seafood lovers! Tasty but expensive!
This restaurant doesn't have a menu as such. You choose fresh fish at the counter, it is weighed for you and taken off the grill. Grilled fish is very tasty. Price in kilograms. The service staff is very friendly. The location is wonderful, overlooking Ocean! The language of communication is English. You won't get any compliments from the chef here, you have to pay for every roll. I repeat again: tasty but expensive!“

“The caipirinhas (normal and red fruits) were very good.
I recommend Prim’s Noble Steak, the cooking that I requested was respected and the sauce was super good.
The grilled octopus was very tender and the spinach was cooked so that even for someone who doesn't like spinach it was still good.

The servers were very nice and smiling.“

“We had a great meal at this place. They have a permanent menu of €17 with a starter and a main, €19 if you add dessert. We ordered sweet potato with avocado and for main the tartare which is incredible and the portion was very generous. The desserts are very vegetal and are very good.“

“I have had the pleasure of dining at Buzio on 3 occasions now. It is without doubt, one of my favorite restaurants in the world. The obvious is the incredibly fresh seafood from the best purveyors in PT. The less obvious is the service. It is as good as what you would find in Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris—professional, invisible and incredibly pleasant. The ambiance is always wonderful, with large families and friends enjoying celebratory meals. The wine list features some incredible local winemakers, whose wines pair very well with the dishes. Even the bread is top notch. Fair warning, it is not inexpensive. Love this place.

Parking: Parking is super easy as the restaurant has its own private lot with an easy rear entry.“

“Our experience was great since the moment we asked for a table. The waiters were extremely friendly and since they knew our language (Spanish), they spoke it to make us feel comfortable.

This place is famous for its fresh fish and it didn't disappoint. We got the sea bass and it was GREAT! One of the best I ever had.

I highly recommend to visit this place if you are around Ericeira.

The only negative point is that it is cash-only.“

“Excellent quality, extremely friendly staff, variety of seafood, house-made seafood soup with mother's flavor, brutal, good wines and beers, desserts must be good, they are not my specialty and taste, air-conditioned space, lots of hygiene, parking with some ease, to repeat even more often, a special thank you to Mr Bruno, owner of the space.

Parking: Some private places and others on public roads, I parked easily

Kid-friendliness: Families with children stay in a private room

Wheelchair accessibility: No architectural barriers that restrict access“

“After a long day of hiking in the area we were looking for a place to eat dinner and we were lucky when we found this restaurant, the waiters were extremely kind and the food was perfect, each member of the family enjoyed it very tasty and nothing was left on the plates. The dessert was also extremely delicious and everything felt fresh and delicious, we will definitely be back again.
Excellent value for money.

Vegetarian options: A wonderful vegetarian soup.

Kid-friendliness: Very tasty children's dishes.“

“I've been to Tavira many times and this is my favourite restaurant by far. Today I sat outside on the patio and enjoyed the pork in tawny port sauce, which was exquisite. Service is excellent and the ambiance relaxed and friendly. Everything was perfect until the accordion player showed up and subjected us to Hotel California on the accordion. Just wrong on so many levels. But the restaurant makes up for that blip.“

“Homemade food. Very affordable daily dishes. Soup of the day, dish, dessert and drink approximately 12 euros per person. Restaurant with different decor with antique crockery.

We ordered some broken eggs as a starter.
The dish of the day, soup and cod with cornbread.
For dessert, a salted caramel mousse (you can share it, because it's quite sweet, but super greedy)

Parking: Private parking on site, free of charge.“

“Lunch at A Lareira Restaurant in Assenta, Municipality of Torres Vedras.
Restaurant with a good indoor room and also a covered terrace.
The starter came with good bread, olives, tuna pâté and a tasty Alentejo dry cheese from Cano, in the municipality of Sousel.
For the main course we shared a wonderful Fish Stew, cooked to order and it was very tasty and well served.
There was also a good Monkfish Skewer with Prawns.
The meal was accompanied by Douro White Wine from Adega Vila Real and I finished with a great, homemade Chocolate Mousse Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream.
€25 per person in a space where they serve well and with quality.“

“Very nice place with good food.
Lovely people, we laughed a lot with the owners, quite surprised that tourists came to their Family horeca business.

If you want to enjoy "the real Portuguese" atmosphere, it is the place to be!

Obrigada a esta família muito simpática

Parking: In front of the restaurant

Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance is large and possible to access with help“

“Our meal at Ribas wanted me to change our other reservations so we could come back and try more dishes. Each bite was a bite of joy.

And while we could nit pick (fancy restaurants beg for it), we were thoroughly delighted and satisfied. From the best toasted bread we’ve ever had to the scallop and mango salad to the prawn and scallop risotto to the steak, each dish was above the bar in quality and taste.“

“This place was absolutely amazing. Great food at a great price. We have been traveling around Portugal and we have to admit this restaurant brought it to a higher level. We met Alex the owner who was a wonderful host. We highly recommend this restaurant !!!“

“Some of the best food I’ve ever eaten. Me and my friend ate here pretty much every night of our holiday, other than when it was closed. We’ve both eaten at plenty of nice restaurants around the world and this place tops both of our lists. Tomas and Francesco looked after us, they were both great guys who couldn’t do enough for us. Highly recommend the Steak in Champagne, Black Angus Beef, Mussels Bulhão Pato, Cream & Spinach, Prawns, Sautéed potatoes, Carpaccio & the Pata Negra Smoked Ham. We also tried lots of other dishes that were great. Make sure to book in advance as it gets busy. Prices are more than reasonable for the quality of the service and food.“

“Excellent discovery. We were attracted by the smell of garlic bread. We fell in love with this restaurant, with its friendly and family atmosphere, the excellent welcome we received and of course, the delicious garlic breads. We decided to go back a few days but this time to eat the pizzas and we were not disappointed. It was a treat, the pizza dough was thin, crispy and delicious. There were classic pizza recipes and others that were more original and very good (+++ mention for the vegetarian). And even the desserts were very good: a generous chocolate mousse, not too sweet, and a homemade vanilla ice cream that was also very creamy.
I really emphasize the quality of the service, the warm welcome given to us, the effort of all the staff to speak English and French in addition to Portuguese. Really, don't hesitate any longer for those who hesitate to enter and a big thank you to the manager and his entire team for their work, smile and professionalism ❤️❤️❤️

Vegetarian options: Many choices for vegetarians with recipes that change up more traditional dishes.“

“I found No Tacho on the internet looking for a good restaurant with cozinha portuguesa, near the Hotel Oslo. The restaurant is small and therefore not noisy. It is easy to have a conversation with your friend(s). The food and wine were quite good and the staff (owner?) was very helpful with explanations and suggestions from the menu. You will not be disappointed if you visit No Tacho!“

“I highly recommend it,Friendly, smiling and efficient service. Great food and excellent price.We had to wait for a seat and as my husband has a disability they offered us priority, which surprised us immensely in a positive way. Thank you very much“

“Luxury at the right price. Fresh fish (you buy the piece) that they cook on the grill. A spectacle. Although it is next to the road that does not mean that the restaurant is not what it is, an authentic place (without tourists). Sometimes you don't need so much glamor to enjoy authentic pleasures of the sea. The attention of the waiters is spectacular.“

“An authentic Portuguese inn with a super reduced menu because they serve their specialty: grilled meats. We ordered the goat and it was spectacular. Super recommended if you want to escape the touristy Sintra (we were the only non-Portuguese eating there!).“

“Dined here on the strength of other reviews. Did not disappoint.Ordered the mussels to start and the grilled salmon for main. Tho the mussels were done straight up, tasted bland when a little seasoning or flare could of been added to make them tastier. However the salmon was cooked to perfection. Really tasty crispy skin and the meat was done perfectly.Highly recommend.“

“Good food, good presentation of the dishes, good professionals and very friendly, an excellent restaurant to eat traditional Portuguese food, in a relaxed family atmosphere and very affordable. Thanks to the professionals and management.Good continuation ?“

“I just had dinner there and I didn't want to wait to get to my accommodation to leave a review. The food is amazing. The lady who serves is very kind and polite, she makes you feel at home. Very generous portions and very good prices. I would go again a thousand times.“

“Emme is the restaurant on the ground floor entrance of the 5* Immerso Spa Hotel with great views over the valley to the sea, in classy minimalistic design in a spacey ambiance with a modern fusion menu, quite an exclusive wine menu and efficiently discrete service.We were 4 at lunch with couvert, waters, a couple of excellent Açores Rosé, tuna tartars for starters, for mains octopus with potato, prego & fries, veggies & pasta, secretos with an absolutely delicious sweet potato puré salad, and for dessert the brownie, and a surprisingly tasty pineapple slush, plus coffees.We were extremely well guided and served by Telmo through this excellent gastronomic voyage.“

“I’ve been here 6 times and will probably come again tomorrow. Just the best fish restaurant ever, starting from my first 2017 visit when we sat down and were greeted by our choice of fresh fish. Any mediocre review that mentions non-fish meals should be disregarded. That food may be excellent but four our traveling group of 3, there’s nothing like 3 different fish shared family style.“

“Outstanding food in a delightful setting and really good service. The value for money was also very good. We had a stunning Gorgonzola and pear risotto (????) and pork ribs with a lovely fresh salad and good hand cut fries. The house wine was really good. We will return next time we are in the area!“

“I had my birthday lunch in this restaurant and it was also the first time I visit it. I was looking for a typical, familiar portuguese restaurant and I definitely found it. Special greets to João and Carlos that made us laugh with their energy. Also to the owner Carlos for the smile and the good taste on being from Sporting Clube Portugal. We are going to comeback for sure. Obrigado ❤️“

“I haven't visited this restaurant since before the Covid pandemic. The freshest fish continues to be king and the team is very friendly.
With the restaurant full, I noticed some slowness in service and the space became a little noisy. But I hope to go back there...“

“В каждый наш отпуск и путешествие заезжаем сюда, вкусно, и это главное ?, порции большие и из натуральных продуктов, средний чек не дорогой, атмосфера - настоящая Португалия.

Parking: Около ресторана.“

“Two diners went for dinner, we ordered grilled octopus and lube and shrimp risotto. Both dishes couldn't be better, exquisite. The treatment was wonderful from everyone, from the reception to the waiters, especially Vlad, an excellent professional. We will repeat without a doubt. Totally recommended.“

“Very pleasant place, with food to recommend, without a doubt one of the best places to eat a meat dish.
I found the prices to be inappropriate, even though there was nothing else to point out.

Parking: Down the street, just after the restaurant on the left, there is a free park“

“Very good!
Variety, Quality, Price, everything on the rise!
Fantastic service!
Just, perhaps, with a little too much noise, but largely compensated by the service, atmosphere, friendliness, quality and variety. Come try it! You won't regret it!“

“We had an amazing time at Golfinho Azul and went here two times in one week! Great service (thank you André!), food and a stunning view across the ocean and the sunset. ? They have freshly caught fish but also the caprese salad and Mafra bread is great!

We’d definitely recommend this place to others and encourage you to go! ✨“