Restaurants
Kid-friendly restaurants where the whole family can enjoy
Guimas
A Brazilian-French bistro in central Cascais with a fun vintage atmosphere — checkered floors and a jazz soundtrack. The menu mixes Portuguese and Brazilian flavors with French bistro classics. Good portions and a relaxed vibe that works well with kids. Located on a pedestrian street so no traffic worries. Great for a family lunch or early dinner.
Nicolau
An all-day brunch and café spot in the heart of Cascais. Known for its healthy bowls, great pancakes, and creative egg dishes. The vibe is relaxed and modern — perfect for a family brunch. They have good options for picky eaters too. Right next to the pedestrian center so you can walk around after. One of the most popular breakfast spots in town — arrive early or book ahead.
Souldough Pizza
Artisan sourdough pizza in a casual and cozy setting. The dough is slow-fermented which makes it lighter and easier to digest. Great selection of toppings with both classic and creative options. The space is small but welcoming, and they also do takeaway. Dog-friendly too if you have a four-legged family member. A solid choice for a relaxed pizza night.
Penha Longa Pestana Resort
A luxury resort in the Sintra hills with multiple restaurants and incredible grounds to explore. Extremely family-friendly with a kids' club, playground, mini golf, and pools. Every restaurant has a kids' menu. The Italian restaurant Mercatto is the most casual option for families. A great place for a special occasion meal or a full day out. The gardens and nature trails around the resort are worth exploring with kids.
House of Wonders
A vegetarian-friendly, colourful café-restaurant in central Cascais. The kind of place that doesn't blink at a kid drawing on the paper tablecloth. Healthy bowls, creative salads, good juices, and enough familiar options (pasta, toast) for picky eaters. The interior is bright and welcoming, and they have a small outdoor terrace on the pedestrian street. A solid family lunch spot.
Forneria São Pedro
The pizza fallback every family needs. Located in São Pedro do Estoril, this is where our kids vote to go when we don't want a project. Good wood-fired pizzas, simple menu, casual atmosphere. Nothing fancy but everything works — the pizza comes fast, kids eat without complaints, and parents can actually finish a conversation. Reliable and repeatable.