Food FAQs
Is food expensive in Portugal?
Food in Portugal is super cheap compared with other western countries. In the heart of tourist areas, expect to pay around €25/person for a sit down meal. If you are looking for meals outside of the touristy areas expect to pay €15/person for meals at sit down restaurants. Bottles of table wine were typically €10, desserts were around €5, and mains were under €20 at almost every restaurant we went to.
Is food is Portugal good?
Yes. Portugal has really embraced the comfort foods and seafoods. So while there are people who shy away from seafood, we think those people will be happy to find familiar ingredients and flavors in sandwich and stew style dishes. Additionally, for the seafood lovers, the seafood here is some of the best we’ve ever had.
Should I tip in Portugal?
Tipping in Portugal is not common or expected. However, it is common to round up your bill at a restaurant to the nearest round number. Additionally, don’t be surprised if you are expecting a small bit of change and your server never brings it back to you.
We hope this has helped you to know what you can expect to eat in Portugal and create your own list of things to eat in Portugal while on vacation. For vacation planning tips and inspiration, check out all of our Portugal trip planning advice here. If you have any recommendations to share with readers on foods to eat in Portugal, please leave it in the comments section below.
