Location: Montemor-o-Novo
Top Restaurants in Montemor-o-Novo
Top Things to do in Montemor-o-Novo
- 1. Ruinas do Castelo de Montemor-o-novo
- 2. Santuario de Nossa Senhora da Visitacao
- 3. Escoural Cave
- 4. Montemor-o-Novo Municipal Swimming Pool
- 5. Anta-Capela de Nossa Senhora do Livramento
- 6. Igreja de Santiago
- 7. Igreja do Calvario
- 8. Convento de S. Francisco
- 9. Menires da Pedra Longa
- 10. Anta Grande da Comenda da Igreja
Where to Eat in Montemor-o-Novo: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Montemor-o-Novo (Portuguese pronunciation: [mõtɨˈmɔɾ u ˈnovu]) is a municipality in the District of Évora in Portugal. The population in 2011 was 17,437, in an area of 1232.97 km². The city itself had a population of 8,928 in 2001.
Things to do in Montemor-o-Novo
1. L'and Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By RetiredGoingOn30 - Winchester, United Kingdom
Restaurant decor is to a good standard. The view over the lake is pleasant. Neither is exceptional. The cuisine meets fine dining standards, but is matched by many other establishments without the Michelin star premium.
Service is of the severely formal type, thus creating a sterile ambience. Our sommelier became fixated with two lady diners, and lost sight of service issues in the room.
2. A Ribeira
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 382 reviews
Friday, Saturday and Sunday you must reserve your lunch or dinner by phone.
Reviewed By RPereira2008 - Porto
While traveling between Lisbon and Madrid we decided tinha-me lunch around Montemor, and went to a ribeira based on a gastronomic guide recommendation.
And what a very nice surprise that was.
The restaurant is located next to vineyards and a river with a modest exterior. When you get in you immediately understand that you are going to eat very well and that you are going to have fun!! The owner sings the menu. For us it was a rap!!! Fabulous!! The food was great. We ate fried squid and a steak for the kids. The owner and the staff are quite friendly and put you comfortable to customize your dish to your preferences(salad, only tomato, French fries or boiled potatoes, etc).
If you have the chance, don't miss it. Book in advance. I was lucky because when i got there there was a single 4-seat table available.
3. Monte Alentejano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By DavidandAndre
During a weekend trip to Montemor-o-Novo we realized some other friends would also be there. One of them knew this restaurant and we made plans for dinner. What we didnt know was that our friend knew the owners, Céu and José. Upon arrival I was felt at home. My grand-parents were from Alentejo and this restaurant has the atmosphere and even the smell of a typical Alentejo home. We had the pleasure of being joined for dinner by Céu and José, the nicest people. But the food, oh the food!!!! We had torresmos and cheese and paio and olives and Gaspacho as starters. The Gaspacho has apples, I had two dishes!!! Then, for main courses, Frutos Secos de Cação (the most delicious soup) and Migas com Carne de Alguidar. We felt like we'd have to roll out of there but apparently the chocolate mousse is a speciality and for those like me who don't like chocolate, the Amêndoa and Mel cake will take you to heaven. We're seriously considering on making it a monthly trip to this restaurant less than an our away from Lisbon
4. Restaurante Espelho Do Mar - O Arado
Overall Ratings
4 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By N0i - Stavanger
The dinner was good and plenty at reasonable prices. The restaurant serves local food in many variations. The meat was tasty. Staff is friendly and speaks enough English; the menu comes in two languages. We liked the place and would recommend it to everyone who looks for a local restaurant. The restaurant is not easy to find at night, it is in a small side street.
5. Restaurante o Chourico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By varycela - Evora, Portugal
Somos clientes regulares deste espaço, fazendo imensos quilometros para ir comer uma refeição.
Mas vale a pena, pela comida que é maravilhosa, especialmente o Javali à Casa, Arroz de Cabidela e Migas de Bacalhau.
Arrisco a dizer que todos os pratos são excelentes, quer pela quantidade quer pela qualidade.
Para sobremesa o Doce da Casa, e surpresa das surpresas, a conta no final é sempre bastante barata.
É um restaurante para comer à vontade, lá ninguém passa fome nem paga caro!
6. Petiscaki
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
Restaurante de petiscos e tapas.
Reviewed By AntonioJulioNegro - Lisbon, Portugal
We had lunch a Saturday in April. Very friendly welcome. We had made a reservation and got a nice table to the front side of the small restaurant. The starters: some bread without butter, a small plate of a dozen olives, a sliced cheese and some small snippets of ham. Not very original, but served in a very small quantity for two adult persons. It was by very far too little for making us wait for the main course, which finally took one entire hour to be served on cold plates. We had chosen their special plate of the house: Porco preto with mushrooms and shrimps. The meat was fine, but only lukewarm. The mushrooms were not freshly made, but came from a can. The undefined, tarragon based sauce was some ready made commercial stuff and did not go with anything in the plate, in particular not with the three shrimps placed on the top. The French fries were cold and had been prepared quite a long time before being served. The mixed salad was small and composed of lettuce, but very few tomatoes.
For local standards, the quantities were very small. Even the red wine “da casa” was served in tiny mini-carafes for just one glass and wasn’t anything special either.
Given the all those reviews full of praise, we must have come a really very bad day with the Chef on leave. Quite disappointed, we left without desert or coffee. Nevertheless, the bill was near 35 euros, for which we would have got a by far much better return in the other restaurants in Montemor.
7. Patio Dos Petiscos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Ilove3breakfasts - Wexford, Ireland
This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. The food was excellent, the wine was magnificent but I think what really made the night was the fantastic customer service provided by Joao. Joao's ability to "read" customers is outstanding, he excelled by the authenticity, attentiveness and calming...MoreThanks for prefer this restaurant.... See you soon
8. Adega Montemor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
Reviewed By Liz B
A very small place run by an older couple with a brilliant sense of humour and minimal English, tho there are English menus A longish wait but worth it Chicken on skewers, pork with clams, chicken salad, garlic prawn salad. Large portions and delicious We...MoreThank you for your reference. We hope to see you again.
9. O Leilao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Susana C
One of the best places to lunch/dinner in Montemor-o-Novo. They have great typical food at affordable prices and the service is the best. Very cozy restaurant with a small playground for the little ones. Highly recommended!Thank you Susana!!
10. Restaurante A Pintada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Filipe S - Lisbon, Portugal
We came here twice, first in a small group and then a very large one. We were always very well served, having delicious food and enjoying a good moment. Our waitress Vera was very nice, helpful and professional, reflecting the homely environment of the placeMuito obrigado pela sua avaliação e comentário. Esperamos poder continuar a receber a sua visita
