Restaurants
There are several ‘Good Restaurantes’ close to Casa Rosden and the Knight’s templar city of Tomar that we can personally recommend. This picture was taken at the A Lúria - Tel: 00351 249 381 402 - which is a 1st Class restaurant within walking distance of Casa Rosden - Closed on Snday evening and all day Monday. Family owned , the Chef is ‘Fatima’ who speaks fluent English and is always willing to serve you ’something special’
Portas de Sâo Pedro - Tel : 00351 249 381 972 - is 5mins drive away in the village of Sâo Pedro -Again a first class traditional Portuguese Restaurant. Their ’Speciality’ is ‘Porco Preto’ or ’Black Pork’ - closed on Monday evening
Alpendre - Tel : 00351 249 322 077 - again is less than 5 minutes by car - it has a Traditional Portuguese Menu and nice house wine. The owner is very friendly. - Closed on Mondays
Calça Perra - Tel : 00351 249 321 616 - This restaurant in the ‘old town’ Tomar has style and individuality both in its decor and its traditional Portuguese cuisine. Ricardo the owner speaks excellent English and will help you choose from the menu and offer advice on a wine to accompany your meal. Closed on Mondays.
Manjar Dos Templarios -Tel : 00351 249 381 300 - Just 5 mins in the car and you will find this lovely restaurant with huge car park on the roundabout as you come off the IC3. This restaurant serves ‘Suckling Pig’ roast as it’s speciality - closed on Mon evening and all day Tuesday
Quinta Café Just a few metres from the ‘Ninho do Falcão’. The Owner ‘Joao’ speaks very good English. Open lunchtimes and all evenings except Sunday. There are tables inside or out and you can just enjoy a drink at the bar, if you prefer. Very reasonably priced and the food is good value. Monthy quiz nights are held here for English speaking Ex-pats.
Ninho do Falcão - Tel : 00351 249 380 070 - is also very close to Casa Rosden - We recommend the Bife Na Pedra ( Beef that YOU cook yourself on a hot stone) and the Cherne (Fish ) Kebabs.
Nãbao - Tel : 00351 240 313 110 - This restaurant is situated overlooking the River Nãbao in Tomar
Tabuleiro - Tel: 00351 249 312 771 - is in the main street, the ‘Rua Serpa Pinta’ in the centre of Tomar’s ‘old Town’ and is very popular with tourists, both at lunchtimes and in the evenings. There is a nice atmosphere, The food is beautifully presented, the menu is in English and it is very good value. Usually a ‘half dose’ is sufficient!
Alminhas Restaurant - R. Dr. Joaquim Jacinto, n.º 48 A 2300 – 577 Tomar Telef.: 914 175 486. Ask for Paulina
Lovely traditional restaurant in Tomar’s ‘old town’ near the Sinagogue. Garlic prawns, House steak, Duck with orange, Sword Fish are all on the menu, along with a delicious array of homemade deserts and an abundant selection of wines to compliment.
A Tasquinha Do Jorge - Tel : 249 981 027 - Rua da Fonte No 5 - Charneca Da Peralva - A nice Restaurante just a short drive from Tomar - Speciality here is Fish
Sabor de Pedra - Alverangel - Tel : 00351 249 371 750 - Lovely restaurant, nice decor, log fire in winter…….outside eating areas, overlooking lake in summer………Specialities ’Bife de Sabor da Pedra’ - Huge steak - cooked to perfection and ‘ Porco Preto - Black Pork - Closed on Tuesdays.
The Sabor da Pedra Restaurant is based in a perfect setting overlooking the Castelo do Bodo Lake in Alverangel, which is close to Tomar, in Central Portugal. It is well signposted from the road to Alverangel and there is car parking for several cars.
The owners Aristides and Anna Marie are very welcoming, friendly and attentive.
The restaurant serves both lunches and Dinners.
We have visited the Restaurant twice, both in the evening for dinner. On both occasions , we have found the food to be excellent. Prices are a little higher than most at around €50 per couple for ‘house’ starters and bread, main course and dessert, with a bottle of house wine, but it is a lovely place for a special occasion.
The restaurant is spotless. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and in the recent cold weather, the log fire has been an added bonus ! The decor is simple, and traditional, with soft lighting and the tables, beautifully laid. The main courses include, substantial ‘Sirloin’ steaks, ‘Polvo’ (Octopus ) and ‘Porco Preto’ ( Black Pork). Desserts are more stylish than served at most Portuguese restaurants and include a ‘homemade Raspberry’ Tart and Tiramisu…….both delicious!
Outside the Restaurant there is a garden with tables for summer eating and drinking whilst enjoying the splendid views of the lake.
Gold Restaurante - Rua Everard 91, Tomar. Tel 00351 249 324 233 - In the centre of Tomar - near the old bridge. Newly opened.
For that special occasion we recommend ’Gold which is a 1st Class Restaurant, in the centre of Tomar just 10 minutes from Casa Rosden.
I recently reviewed this Restaurant after spending a wonderful evening there.
”It is Monday evening in Tomar and whilst most Restaurants are closed, the ‘Gold Restaurant’ in Rua Everard, is ‘alive and vibrant’, buzzing with close to 40 customers, mostly ex-pats with some Portuguese friends, eagerly anticipating what was to be an delightful food experience, enjoyed by all ! This was a ‘themed Arabic’ evening hosted by Mário and Andreia, the owners, which offered a set menu at just €12,50, for a starter of ‘cheese wafer, with shirazy salad and yoghurt sauce’, followed by the main course of ‘chicken with shrimps in a curry sauce and couscous’. Included was house wine and water. There was also an altenative Italian menu of ‘Eggplant and parma ham roll with balsamic reduction followed by ‘Farfalle with chicken, pineapple, cherry tomato, peppers and cream for those who preferred this. Mario’s presentation of the food was outstanding as has always been our personal experience of ths exceptional restaurant. The food was indeed a ‘feast for the eyes’. It truly reflects his passion for art, which is also evidently displayed in the stunning decor of this superb restaurant. ‘Gold’ is without doubt a ‘must visit’ restaurant whether you live here in Tomar, or are just visiting. You will not be disappointed”
The food is ‘Excellent ‘ and beautifully presented. There is an extensive menu ( in English too ) There is also a lovely ambience inside and the decor is classy. The seating is comfortable ( not typical of many Portuguese restaurants! ) and the host Mario is very welcoming. Do not miss a chance to sample for yourself! Click on the picture below to view ‘Gold’ website.
Please Note :This restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.
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