Must-see restaurants in Coimbra

  • Loggia

    Coimbra

    As much as its confident modern cuisine, the Loggia's big draw is its setting, on a panoramic terrace overlooking the old town. There's open-air seating…

  • Sete Restaurante

    Coimbra

    Squeezed into a corner behind the Igreja de Santa Cruz, this intimate restaurant is one of the most popular in town. Its casual wine bar vibe, personable…

  • Zé Manel dos Ossos

    Coimbra

    Tucked down a nondescript alley, this hole-in-the-wall gem, papered with scholarly doodles and scribbled poems, is much loved for its hearty meat…

  • Tapas Nas Costas

    Coimbra

    All the rage right now, this sophisticated spot boasts a prime location on the steep steps up the historic centre. Refined decor and friendly service set…

  • Fangas Mercearia Bar

    Coimbra

    Top-quality produce is used to create delightful petiscos (tapas) at this bright, casual eatery. It's an animated spot with Paul Klee–inspired wallpaper…

  • A Cozinha da Maria

    Coimbra

    With its low wood-beamed ceiling, tiled walls and rustic decor, this is the very picture of a traditional backstreet tasca (tavern). In keeping with the…

  • Adega Paço dos Condes

    Coimbra

    Drawing a mixed crowd of students, locals and visitors, this unpretentious family-run grill is a reliable choice for a good-value fill-up. Don't expect…

  • Justiça e Paz

    Coimbra

    Part of the university's law faculty, this busy cafeteria is one of Coimbra's best-kept secrets. An excellent option for the budget traveller, it's open…

  • O Trovador

    Coimbra

    In a wonderful position opposite the majestic old cathedral, this restaurant sees many tourists but nevertheless offers up tasty regional dishes…

  • Restaurante Zé Neto

    Coimbra

    This marvellous family-run place specialises in homemade Portuguese standards such as chanfana (goat) cooked in red wine, and dobrada (tripe) served with…

  • Restaurante Jardim da Manga

    Coimbra

    This bright and breezy cafeteria-style restaurant serves up tasty meat and fish dishes, with pleasant outdoor seating beside the Jardim da Manga fountain…

  • Restaurante Giro Churrasqueira

    Coimbra

    This local favourite, an intimate back-alley restaurant, specialises in tasty traditional Portuguese fare. The menu features many regional staples, but…

  • Porta Larga

    Coimbra

    Meat lovers should make a beeline for this workaday eatery renowned for its leitão (spit-roasted pork). For a taste on the hoof, go for a sandes de leitão…

  • Mercado Municipal Dom Pedro V

    Coimbra

    A colourful stop for self-caterers, this market is full of lively fruit and veg stalls, fishmongers and butchers shops displaying the full range of…

  • Restaurante Itália

    Coimbra

    Cheery Itália serves reasonably good Italian food – including tasty pizza – but what really draws the crowds is its incomparable location. The sunny glass…