Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

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"Set in Álvaro Siza Vieira’s remarkable Boa Nova Tea House on the cliff edge above Boa Nova beach, the restaurant combines striking architecture with Chef Rui Paula’s maritime-focused menu, By Seas Never Before Sailed, which celebrates the Atlantic with lobster, cuttlefish, John Dory, and amberjack—here the kitchen literally reaches out toward the ocean." - Abigail Malbon, Jessica-Belle Greer

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"In a stunning house designed by local Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Álvaro Siza, Casa de Chá da Boa Nova (Boa Nova Tea House) provides dramatic ocean views with waves crashing against the rocks below. The two-Michelin-starred restaurant, helmed by acclaimed chef Rui Paula, celebrates Portuguese seafood, showcased through a seasonal tasting menu, as well as a vegetarian menu featuring local potatoes, fava beans, and greens. Vibe check: Be sure to book a table by the window — and if you can, go for lunch to make the most of the view." - Rafael Tonon

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"A Two MICHELIN Star restaurant in Leça da Palmeira known for its remarkable Portuguese cuisine." - The MICHELIN Guide

"Rarely is the concept of “bringing the sea to your table” more apt or authentic than at this restaurant where the waves almost break in the dining room! In this unique and spectacular building (an officially listed national monument) standing on the rocks above the Praia da Boa Nova, chef Rui Paula presents cuisine inspired by a verse (“Hitherto unchartered waters”) by famous Portuguese poet Luís Vaz de Camões in his most celebrated work, The Lusiads. This is showcased on a concise, impressive and well-structured tasting menu entitled Cantos, which can be ordered with 6, 12 or 21 dishes. His cuisine, which is centred around the maritime world and which always makes full use of truly exceptional ingredients (Roja Prawn/Broccoli/Kaffir Lime, Squid "Chanel", John Dory/Razor clam/Quinoa), has a strong focus on presentation, texture and flavour, as well as contemporary techniques that extract the maximum from the extraordinary fish and seafood from the Atlantic. When time allows, the chef also enjoys mixing with his guests in the dining room." - Michelin Inspector

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"A renowned restaurant associated with chef Rui Paula that has been awarded two Michelin stars, indicating a high level of culinary recognition." - Nicholas DeRenzo