Alcobaça travel guide for food lovers
Just an hour and a half north of the Portuguese capital, Alcobaça is a quiet town in the Oeste region that might not have the postcard fame of Sintra or the fairytale appeal of Óbidos. But, for those who care about history, food, and a slower pace of travel, it’s one of the best day trips you can take from Lisbon.
Reaching Alcobaça from Lisbon can be done comfortably as a day trip, though it’s also worth staying overnight if you’d like to explore the surrounding countryside or nearby beaches. By car, the journey covers about 125 kilometers and takes around an hour and a half, following the A8 motorway north toward Leiria. Once you pass Caldas da Rainha, take the IC9 exit marked for Alcobaça and continue for about 15 minutes until you reach the town center. If you’re not in a hurry, you could make a more scenic trip by taking the coastal road through Ericeira, Peniche, and Nazaré, enjoying stunning ocean views and small fishing towns along the way. In this case, you’d need to be prepared to add roughly 45 minutes to your travel time but if for instance you have an entire weekend to enjoy this area, this can make for a wonderful little road-trip. Parking in Alcobaça is also generally easy compared to other historic towns, such as Sintra. You’ll find free and paid options near the monastery and along the main avenues, though it can get busier during weekends or festive days.
For those relying on public transportation, bus is by far the best option, since Alcobaça is not directly served by train. Rede Expressos and FlixBus both run direct daily routes from Lisbon’s Sete Rios terminal, taking around 1 hour and 40 minutes each way. The buses drop passengers at Alcobaça’s main bus station, a short 10 minute walk from the monastery. Tickets can be booked online or at the station but, at least during weekends and holidays, it’s best to reserve in advance, as the midday departures may sell out. If you prefer traveling earlier, the buses at around 7.30AM or 8AM will get you there in time for a relaxed morning visit before lunch. The return journey to Lisbon has several late afternoon and early evening options, but it’s wise to check schedules ahead, since the last bus usually departs around 7PM.
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Alcobaça’s most well known site is, by far, the Monastery of Santa Maria de Alcobaça (Praça 25 de Abril), a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Europe’s most striking examples of Cistercian Gothic architecture. Built in the 12th century, this was the first major monastery founded by the Cistercian Order outside France, and it shaped the cultural and even the agricultural development of the entire region. The monks who settled here were involved in developing irrigation systems, experimented with winemaking, and introduced farming techniques that ended up having a big impact on the region.
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If you’re curious to learn more about one of Portugal’s most (in)famous love stories, step inside the monastery, where you can visit the tombs of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro, aka Portugal’s very own Romeo & Juliet. There’s even a movie about it, available on Prime Video. Their romance defied royal duty and ended in tragedy, being a story so haunting that it became part of Portugal’s collective memory. Inês, a Galician noblewoman, was the lover of Prince Pedro despite his father, King Afonso IV, forbidding the relationship for political reasons. When the king ordered her execution in 1355, Pedro’s grief turned to vengeance so, once he ascended to the throne, he hunted down her killers and, according to legend, had Inês’s body exhumed and crowned as queen so that courtiers would kneel and kiss her hand. Inside Alcobaça’s monastery, their marble effigies rest facing each other, placed so that, as legend says, they may rise and meet again on Judgment Day.
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Alcobaça may seem like a small detour on the map, but it’s one that easily fills a day, especially if you take time to explore beyond the monastery and the main square. Around town you’ll find the ruins of the medieval Castle of Alcobaça (Rua do Castelo 35), a short uphill walk that will reward you with panoramic views.
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There’s also the Wine Museum (Rua de Leiria), housed in a 19th century cellar that tells the story of winemaking in the region. And the nearby Convent of Santa Maria de Cós (Rua Santa Rita, Coz), once home to Cistercian nuns.
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The Parque Verde (pictured above), tracing the Alcoa River through town, is a lovely green area for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. And if you’re visiting with family, the Parque dos Monges (Rua Q.ta das Freiras 10 – pictured below), is quite an original medieval inspired eco-park, that mixes adventure activities with nature trails and reconstructed monastic buildings.
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One of the things that makes Alcobaça extra special, is the fact that the town sits between fertile farmland and the Atlantic, so a short drive can take you either to orchards and vineyards or to beautiful beaches. The wider municipality includes coastal gems like São Martinho do Porto (pictured below), known for its bay with calm waters shaped like a scallop; Paredes da Vitória, a favorite among surfers; and smaller, quieter stretches such as Praia da Légua or Vale Furado, ideal for those who want to escape the crowds and enjoy time by the coast.
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If you stay mostly in Alcobaça itself, we’d recommend not just rushing in and out of the monastery as some who pack a lot to see and do in one day may be tempted to do. Take your time to enjoy the vibes of the town, perhaps sip a coffee on the terrace facing the Gothic façade of the monastery, and simply watch locals pass by going about their daily lives. You can also wander through the small streets off the main square, dotted with pastelaria windows showing off convent desserts, those sweets rich in egg yolks and sugar inherited from monastic times that Portugal is very famous for, and which the town even hosts an annual festival dedicated to – check more details about the Mostra Internacional de Doces e Licores Conventuais here. You may also want to peek into a ceramics shop or a wine cellar. And, of course, treat yourself to a nice meal in one of Alcobaça’s best restaurants:
Best Portuguese food restaurants in Alcobaça
António Padeiro
Located inside a charming building from the 18th century, and just a short walk from the monastery, António Padeiro is one of Alcobaça’s most acclaimed restaurants. The business is named after a local baker who lived in the house decades ago. The menu celebrates traditional Portuguese comfort food with strong regional influences. This translates into rich stews, slow-cooked meats, and recipes that wouldn’t feel that out of place in a monastic kitchen. Among the highlights are the oven roasted goatling (cabrito assado no forno), hearty winter dishes like beans and meats stew (feijoada à portuguesa), and their take on salt cod, that goes by the name bacalhau à António Padeiro, which is served with baked potatoes and caramelized onions. Keep in mind that, being faithful to old time Portuguese hospitality, the portions are generous and often enough to share. The desserts’ list relies mostly on the conventual traditions that define Alcobaça’s sweet tooth, including a dense almond and egg yolk cake known as toucinho do céu, and the custardy pudding sericaia, sprinkled with lots of cinnamon. The wine list favors regional producers from the Oeste and nearby Bairrada. If you are to only have one meal in Alcobaça, António Padeiro will be a safe bet.
📍Rua Dom Maur Cocheril 27, 2460-032 Alcobaça
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O Reencontro Restaurante
O Reencontro’s menu is like a love letter to Portuguese home cooking. The dining room is simple and bright, with wooden tables, local ceramics, and just enough bustle from the kitchen to make it feel alive. What draws most people here, apart from the warm service and fair prices, is their version of frango na púcara, one of Alcobaça’s signature dishes. The recipe dates back to the time of the Cistercian monks, who were known for slowly cooked hearty meals. This dish takes its name from the earthenware pot in which it’s cooked, the púcara. The chicken is marinated with white wine, garlic, onions, olive oil, and a touch of cured meats for depth, then sealed and baked until the meat is falling apart and the sauce turns rich and aromatic. It’s rustic, comforting, and very local. The rest of the menu is simple and good, including grilled fish fresh from the nearby coast, tender pork cheeks in red wine sauce, and homemade desserts that change daily. It’s the kind of place where you don’t need to overthink your order, as everything tastes like it was cooked with care, almost like at home.
📍Rua Frei António Brandão 47, 2460-047 Alcobaça
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Tasca Zé da Loja
If you want to understand what everyday life tastes like in Alcobaça, head to Tasca Zé da Loja. This small, no-frills tavern sits just off the main square and looks like it hasn’t changed much in decades. The décor is humble, with mismatched chairs and walls filled with old photos, but it’s the kind of place where the amount of regulars who keep coming back reassure us of its quality and consistency. The menu is short, handwritten, and proudly traditional. Expect petiscos that pair perfectly with a carafe of house red, including cured meats (enchidos) from the region, chicken gizzards (moelas) simmered in a rich sauce, or flat codfish fritters (pataniscas de bacalhau) that arrive golden and crisp. There are also daily specials, such as cozido à portuguesa on Wednesdays, and feijoada or fried pork with clams Alentejo style (carne de porco à alentejana) on Fridays, all served generously. Nothing fancy, just the kind of honest, satisfying food that reminds you why tascas like this are part of Portugal’s cultural DNA.
📍Rua Dom Afonso de Albuquerque 20, 2460-020 Alcobaça
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Pratu’s Restaurante Bar & Tapas
For a more contemporary take on Alcobaça’s culinary scene, Pratu’s Restaurante Bar & Tapas brings a modern approach to local flavors without losing touch with tradition. Located near the monastery, it stands out with its sleek interior, including warm lighting, wooden furniture, and an open atmosphere that feels more Lisbon than small-town Oeste. The menu is built mostly for sharing, with tapas-style dishes that reinterpret Portuguese staples in a playful way. You might start with pica-pau de novilho, tender beef cubes in a garlicky mustard sauce served with bread for dipping, or clams Bulhão Pato style, brightened with coriander and olive oil. The kitchen also serves more elaborate mains like octopus lagareiro style with sweet potato mash or bacalhau à Brás but with a lighter, more elegant twist. Vegetarians will find thoughtful options too, including grilled vegetables, creamy risottos, and seasonal salads. Pratu’s also stands out when it comes to drinks, with a well curated wine list with bottles from the Oeste and Dão regions, alongside a good selection by the glass, and there’s even a creative cocktail menu for those who want something a little fancier.
📍Rua Dom Maur Cocheril 6, 2460-032 Alcobaça
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O Castigo
O Castigo’s biggest pride is its grill, that turns out perfectly cooked cuts of beef like naco de novilho na pedra, where the steak arrives sizzling on a hot stone for you to finish to your liking, or bife à portuguesa, served with a rich sauce prepared with wine and garlic, and crispy fries. Their slowly cooked options also impress, such as the meltingly tender pork cheeks braised in red wine (bochechas de porco estufadas em vinho tinto). The flavors are bold and rustic but plated with finesse, bridging traditional Portuguese recipes with a more polished presentation. To round out the meal, they serve classic desserts such as egg yolk flan (pudim de ovos) and apple tart (tarte de maçã), made with the prized local fruit from the Oeste orchards (maça de Alcobaça), which actually has protected IGP status. The wine list is equally considered, featuring bottles from nearby Bairrada and Dão, perfect for matching the richness of the meats.
📍Estr. Eng. Vieira Natividade 209, 2460-477 Évora de Alcobaça
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Ti’Anita
Just a few minutes outside Alcobaça’s historic center, Ti’Anita is a countryside restaurant specializing in home style dishes. It’s not a tourist spot, on the contrary, it’s where locals come to celebrate birthdays and eat Sunday lunch with the family. Expect generous portions of carne de porco à alentejana, cozido à portuguesa, or a comforting duck rice (arroz de pato) that arrives fragrant and golden from the oven. On weekends, the kitchen often prepares cabrito assado no forno, one of the house specialties, with goatling marinated overnight and roasted until the meat practically falls off the bone. Everything comes with sides that could have been picked straight from a nearby farm, including crispy potatoes, sautéed greens, and salads drizzled with plenty of Portuguese olive oil. The wine list is short but local, with affordable bottles that pair easily with the hearty cooking. Sweet dishes stay faithful to the repertoire of Portugal’s best traditional desserts, featuring homemade Portuguese style crème brûlée (leite-creme), flan (pudim de ovos), and occasionally serradura, a layered dessert of crushed biscuits and whipped cream, served in small glass jars.
📍IC2 Km 93 2, Moleanos, 2460-500 Alcobaça
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Restaurante Maria José
Another option for a meal close to Alcobaça’s monastery, Restaurante Maria José has been serving traditional Portuguese dishes for decades. There’s nothing fancy about it but, around here, they sure understand flavor and authenticity. Expect Portuguese classics like bacalhau à Brás, Alentejo style carne de porco com amêijoas, polvo à lagareiro, and wintery stews such as cozido à portuguesa and feijoada. The food is straightforward and honest, and the service is friendly and efficient, with the same team that has been here for years, which is always a good sign. Desserts are proudly homemade, including sweet rice pudding (arroz doce) dusted with cinnamon, pudim flan, and occasionally tarte de maçã made with the region’s famous Alcobaça apples. Prices are fair, the atmosphere relaxed, and there’s always a sense that you’re eating somewhere that hasn’t changed just because the world around it has.
📍Rua Q.ta das Freiras 1/3, 2460-089 Alcobaça
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Trindade
Open since 1924, Trindade is recognized as one of the oldest and most respected restaurants in Alcobaça. Located just a few steps from the monastery, this classic eatery still carries the charm of another era. The kitchen celebrates the flavors of the region, serving nostalgic dishes like grilled cod with olive oil and garlic (bacalhau à lagareiro), octopus prepared along the same lines (polvo à lagareiro), and lamb stew served over thick slices of rustic bread (ensopado de borrego). There’s also room for Alcobaça’s famous conventual sweets, among them the legendary barrete, officially called Delícia do Trindade, which is a soft, rich almond and egg yolk cake. The name “barrete” (“cap” or “fool’s hat”) came from a witty exchange in the 1950s, when a loyal customer jokingly complained that the price of her favorite cake had suddenly risen by 25%. The owner “enfiou o barrete”, a Portuguese expression meaning to accept being fooled, and decided to rename the dessert after the incident. Come here for a delicious meal with plenty of good humor as part of the ingredients list.
📍Praça Dom Afonso Henriques 22, 2460-030 Alcobaça
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O Cabeço
Just outside the town, surrounded by green hills and fruit orchards, O Cabeço is worth a little detour from Alcobaça’s centre. You can enjoy a great meal in a rustic building with wide windows overlooking the countryside, which will invite you to slow down and savor. The kitchen here elevates traditional Portuguese flavors with finesse, leaning on local produce and seasonal ingredients. Starters might include a delicate clam broth with fresh herbs (canja de amêijoas) or local blood sausage (morcela), paired with apple compote, for a savory and sweet contrast. Among the main dishes, stand outs include the lombo de porco com maçã e vinho do Oeste, showcasing how the area’s famed apples can lend acidity and fragrance to pork meat, and monkfish and prawn rice (arroz de tamboril com gambas). Desserts here are unmissable, particularly their velvety cheesecake de maçã de Alcobaça, or a reimagined pudim Abade de Priscos, which is silky and extremely rich egg yolk and lard dessert, perfumed with citrus and Port wine.
📍Rua Dona Elvina Machado 65, 2460-521 Maiorga
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Landim
Tucked on a quiet street near Alcobaça’s historic center, Landim is one of those restaurants that locals recommend when you ask where to find truly well cooked Portuguese food, prepared by a chef who trained in classic Portuguese cuisine. The menu at Landim changes seasonally and goes well beyond the usual suspects. You might start with amêijoas com enchidos, clams sautéed with bits of smoky sausage that lend the dish unexpected depth, or ovos rotos com farinheira, where runny eggs mingle with crisped slices of Portuguese sausage over fried potatoes. Among the main courses, you’ll find pork tenderloin with apple puree (lombinhos de porco com puré de maçã), grilled sole fish (linguado grelhado), or monkfish rice (arroz de tamboril). In cooler months, you can also go for even more comforting options like their tender veal in a rich red wine sauce with mushrooms (vitela estufada com cogumelos). Their indulgent list of in-house prepared desserts includes apple tart usually served still warm, and a decadent chocolate mousse with a sprinkle of salt (mousse de chocolate com flor de sal).
📍Rua 9 de Outubro 10, 2460-312 Alcobaça
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Portas de Fora
Overlooking the river and just a short walk from the monastery, Portas de Fora offers a more contemporary face of Alcobaça’s dining scene, which is stylish but certainly not pretentious. The restaurant’s name, which literally means “doors to the outside”, fits perfectly, as the space has large glass windows open onto a terrace where you can dine with a view of the old town, making it one of the most pleasant spots in the city for a long lunch or dinner at sunset. The menu makes very good use of locally sourced ingredients, often with a creative twist. You might start with a tiborna de polvo, which consists of toasted bread topped with tender octopus and garlic oil, or a fresh salad with goat cheese, honey and walnuts. From there, dishes include flavors inspired by both the land and the sea. We’re talking about thick fillets of salt cod with chickpea puree and sauteed turnip greens (lombo de bacalhau com puré de grão e grelos salteados), of duck breast with Port wine reduction and Alcobaça apple puree (magret de pato com redução de vinho do Porto e puré de maçã de Alcobaça). In summer, don’t skip the seasonal red mullet fish (salmonete), served with saucy tomato rice. Desserts continue the theme of reinterpreted tradition, with options such as a deconstructed sericaia with cinnamon ice cream or a delicate apple panna cotta with sweet fortified wine. The wine list is one of the best in Alcobaça, featuring small regional producers and biodynamic options, and the staff are happy to suggest pairings that complement each course.
📍Rua Frei António Brandão 105, 2460-047 Alcobaça
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O Bitoque
Casual and very Portuguese, O Bitoque is the kind of everyday restaurant that keeps Alcobaça fed and happy, serving portions that satisfy even the hungriest of visitors. As the name suggests, the star here is the bitoque, one of Portugal’s most beloved and down-to-earth dishes, consisting of a thin, tender steak (or sometimes pork) served with fries, rice, and a fried egg on top, all drenched in a garlicky, slightly tangy gravy that soaks into everything on the plate. It’s simple, quick, and very satisfying. O Bitoque also serves the crowd pleasing francesinha, which is the decadent Porto sandwich layered with cured meats, sausage, and cheese, swimming in a spicy sauce prepared with tomato and beer, as well as daily specials (pratos do dia), which vary depending on the day of the week. If you come at lunch, go for the menu diário, which is a budget friendly combo that includes a soup, a main dish, a drink, and an espresso coffee. Everything is straightforward, freshly cooked, and served without fuss, without the need for reservations.
📍Rua Afonso Albuquerque 101, 2460-020 Alcobaça
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MEAT
As its name clearly suggests, MEAT is Alcobaça’s go-to spot for carnivores who like their dining experiences bold and indulgent. Located a short walk from the monastery, this sleek and modern restaurant stands out from the town’s more traditional eateries, focusing on good wine and the pleasure of a perfectly cooked steak. The menu revolves around grilled meats sourced from both Portuguese and international producers, each well prepared and served with a choice of sauces and sides. Favorites include the grilled entrecôte and picanha brasileira, sliced thin and served with garlic rice and black beans. The t-bone and tomahawk cuts arrive sizzling on hot plates, generous enough to share. If you’re in the mood for something different, there are also excellent lamb chops and a delicious gourmet burger. Even their starters’ list shows their love for red meats, including a beef tartare that goes beautifully with a glass of red from the restaurant’s well curated wine cellar. While desserts aren’t the main event, the chocolate fondant cake with vanilla ice-cream is a good option for a sweet ending.
📍Rua Frei António Brandão 49, 2460-047 Alcobaça
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Where to eat Alcobaça’s famous convent sweets
Pastelaria Alcôa
No visit to Alcobaça would be complete without a stop at Pastelaria Alcôa, a temple to Portugal’s conventual sweets and one of the country’s most celebrated pastry shops. Founded in 1957 by Maria Amélia Anjos and still run by the same family today, Alcôa has become synonymous with the preservation of the region’s monastic dessert tradition. Its display cases are lined like a museum of sugar and egg yolk: trouxas de ovos, delicate rolls of soft egg threads soaked in syrup; celestes, airy almond pastries wrapped in crisp paper; toucinho do céu, a rich almond and egg yolk cake whose name, “bacon from heaven”, playfully recalls its indulgence as it is prepared with lard; marmelada branca, a pale, smooth quince paste once reserved for festive occasions; lampreia de ovos, an odd looking sweet shaped like a lamprey fish and made entirely of egg yolk strands and syrup; and dozens more. They are all prepared following ancient recipes which were born in the kitchens of Alcobaça’s Cistercian monastery, where nuns once used egg whites to starch habits and found creative ways to use the leftover yolks. The pastry that best captures the spirit of Alcôa is the cornucópia, and if you try only one thing, make it this. It’s a delicate crispy shell shaped like a horn, filled with silky egg cream (doce de ovos), which has earned Alcôa multiple national pastry awards. Alcôa’s reputation now extends well beyond Alcobaça, and for those who can’t make it to the original location, there’s also a branch in Lisbon’s Chiado district (Rua Garrett 37), where the same handmade pastries are served daily. Still, tasting them here, in the shadow of the monastery where the recipes were originally developed, carries a special magic.
📍Praça 25 de Abril 44, 2460-018 Alcobaça
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Casa dos Doces Conventuais
Casa dos Doces Conventuais is a family-run shop that pays tribute to the ancient conventual tradition that defines the town’s identity, presenting its creations as edible pieces of living heritage. Here, you’ll obviously find all the classics, including cornucópias and trouxas de ovos. If you have already tried those elsewhere, we’d recommend sampling their manjar celeste, which is a smooth almond and egg yolk pudding perfumed with lemon peel, or the suspiros de freira, which are melt-in-your-mouth meringues. The pastéis de Santa Maria, inspired by the monastery itself, layer sweet egg cream inside crisp pastry shells, while seasonal treats like pêra bêbeda, local Alcobaça pears poached in red wine and spices, show how the region’s fruit finds its way even into its conventual pastry shops. The staff are always ready to explain the stories behind each pastry, often with the kind of detail that makes you want to try them all. Everything is made on-site in small batches, using local ingredients and traditional techniques. You can enjoy your sweets with an espresso at the counter or take a mixed box to go.
📍Praça Dom Afonso Henriques 4, 2460-030 Alcobaça
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Pão de Mel
Tucked away on one of Alcobaça’s quieter side streets, Pão de Mel is yet another shop specializing in convent sweets. The signature pão de mel is, of course, the star, and it consists of a dense, spiced honey cake with notes of cinnamon and clove, often glazed and occasionally filled with a touch of chocolate or orange. But the counter tells a much broader story of Alcobaça’s sweet traditions. There are cavacas, airy biscuits with sugar glaze; pães de rala, almond-based sweets filled with egg cream and candied pumpkin; and encharcada, a silky dessert of sweet egg strands cooked in syrup until just set. Depending on the season, you might also find fidalgo, a regal looking dessert layered with egg cream, sponge, and almonds, or the simpler bolos de canela that locals pick up for breakfast. If you need a break from exploring Alcobaça, grab a seat, and enjoy a cup of coffee with a warm slice of pão de mel, bound to restore your levels of energy to keep making the most of your day.
📍Rua Dom Afonso de Albuquerque 49, 2460-018 Alcobaça
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A Casinha dos Montes
A short drive from the town center, A Casinha dos Montes is a family-run bakery and pastry shop locals have amongst their favorites. The specialty here is broa de mel e noz, a rustic honey and walnut loaf. Alongside it, the shop makes almond cookies (bolinhos de amêndoa) and queijadas de chila (pictured here), which are small pastries filled with a sweet mixture of egg yolks and chila gourd jam. For something even more indulgent, try the pão de ló húmido, a moist sponge cake that’s lightly underbaked so its center stays creamy, or the walnut tart (tarte de noz e caramelo), drenched in buttery caramel. A Casinha dos Montes also sells a range of local delicacies (doces regionais) made with Alcobaça’s most famous fruit, the maçã de Alcobaça, including a wonderful apple tart with cinnamon and Port wine compote. You can grab your pastries to go, but this is also a lovely spot for a sweet coffee break or a Portuguese style breakfast.
📍Rua Virgínia Vitorino 42, 2460-076 Alcobaça
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