Herdade do Esporão Restaurant

I loved the service, the experience and the setting. We’ve been several times (we visit every time we go to Portugal) even before it was a Michelin ⭐️ I actually loved the vibe before the ⭐️ , but continue to enjoy and appreciate the creativity of the chef in the use of a local food. We had the seven moments with a wine pairing, highly recommend!

One of the best meals we had in Portugal and a Michelin restaurant. As expected for a winery, the wine pairing was great with a combination of both commercial and experimental wines. Nevertheless, the star of the meal is definitely the food. It is just outstanding with every single dish being exceptionally tasty and well balanced made with local ingredients and flavours.

Impressive and unforgettable experience, from the food to the staff to the environment, everything was thought carefully and adjusted to perfection. We got the 7 menu food and wine, and we went through a journey of experiences with it, one better than the other. Well done Esporão!

During our 3 weeks in Portugal the dining experience here is by far the best ever. Each dish surpassed the previous one and led to the most amazing dessert ever. Cannot recommend highly enough.

We had an unforgettable experience dining at Esporão today. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed — not only by the attentive and well-informed staff, but also by the breathtaking setting. The views over the reservoir and vineyards are absolutely stunning and set the tone for a relaxed, elevated meal. The wine selection was outstanding — thoughtfully curated and deeply connected to the region, with excellent recommendations from our knowledgeable server. As for the food: it was truly remarkable. Each dish was creative, beautifully presented, and full of depth — a perfect blend of innovation and respect for Alentejo’s culinary heritage. Every bite felt like a celebration of local flavor, reimagined in a modern and thoughtful way. We were especially appreciative of how inclusive and welcoming the staff were. We were joined by friends who had a certified service dog, and we were made to feel completely comfortable dining indoors. The team handled everything with kindness and professionalism, which, unfortunately, is not always the case in Portugal — but Esporão absolutely sets the gold standard here. This was not just a meal — it was an experience, and one we’ll remember for a long time. Highly recommended.

We stopped in to sample of of their olive oil. We were served up a 'flight' of six different kinds of olive oil along with bread. Our server took the time to explain the different olive oils that we would be sampling, and she was kind enough to answer all of our questions regarding the process of making olive oil. It was a very fun and relaxing afternoon.

We actually had lunch at the Wine Bar Esporao and chose the surprise menu Esporao 1 with a bottle of Esporao Reserva white. The food was excellent, well presented and amply portioned. Service was timely and professional. Overall great experience!

The 5 course tasting menu was a portuguse tour de force! The flavors were delicate and complex. The vegetables were bursting with super fresh earthy flavors. The wine pairing was perfect. Servers were great and knowledgeable. The environment for outside dining is beautiful.

Winery tour is available and their appointments are somewhat flexible. Tastings are €12 for premium and €5 for standard. It is still possible to do a tasting without an appointment, but it is always a good idea to call ahead because the location is in middle of nowhere. You can always opt out on the tour and go straight to the tasting at the bar. This winery also sells the famous olive oil that you perhaps may have seen in the various restaurants in Portugal. Prices are decent, so stock up if you can or if your luggage allows it. Obviously, they also sell all the wines on the tasting menu lists. They do not ship to the United States, but they have referrals of their distributors (mostly in the East Coast and one from Seattle). Wines varies here, so have a good idea of what you might want to try. The profile from each of the menu is quite different and you can only choose four of each tasting menu. The tasting menu has at least 8 to 12 choices. If you have the car and the time, it is worth making a stop at this winery. Saluté!