Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
How to Eat & Drink
For an explanation of the dishes you'll find on Portuguese menus.
When to Eat
Common meal times are as follows:
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Breakfast
8am to 10am
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Lunch
noon to 3pm
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Dinner
7pm to 10pm
Where to Eat
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Tasca
Old-fashioned place with daily specials, fair prices and a local crowd.
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Churrasqueira
Restaurant that specializes in chargrilled meats.
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Marisqueira
Seafood house that serves up fish and crustaceans, often priced by the kilo.
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Cervejaria
Beer hall; good for snacking and socializing.
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Adega
Literally 'wine cellar', usually decorated with wine casks and a rustic, cosy ambience. Expect hearty inexpens-
ive meals.
