Mercado da Vila

Market · Cascais ·

Mercado da Vila

Market · Cascais ·

Fish, fruit, cheese, flowers, and dining in a lively hall

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R. Padre Moisés da Silva 1, 2754-529 Cascais, Portugal Get directions

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Why Lisbon's Culinary Scene Rivals Europe's Best Food Cities - AFAR

"An early-morning market where fishmongers display the morning catch in a glistening array of fish and shellfish, setting the stage for seafood-focused lunches and the town’s broader ocean-centric culinary scene." - AFAR

https://www.afar.com/magazine/why-lisbons-culinary-scene-rivals-europes-best-food-cities

Mercado da Vila

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"Mercado da Vila is a recently revamped 1952 building that now houses a buzzing market with dozens of produce stalls, restaurants, and culinary shops. A rotating roster of food stalls and pop-ups includes seasonal produce, salads, grilled fish, and sandwiches. Come during the summer or on weekends, and you’ll likely encounter live music. Communal picnic tables on a leafy promenade offer an ideal spot to catch your breath—and a bite—between sightseeing activities." - Jenna Scatena

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Mercado da Vila

Dante S.

Google

The main market in Cascais, Portugal, is the Mercado da Vila (Town Market). It's a vibrant, essential part of local life, successfully blending tradition and modernity. * Traditional Core: On Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings, it operates as a classic Portuguese market, the "Mercado Saloio," where you can find dozens of vendors selling fresh, local produce—including fruits, vegetables, flowers, and freshly-caught seafood. This is the time to experience the authentic hustle and bustle of a food market. * Modern Hub: The market underwent a significant renovation, transforming it into a contemporary gastronomic and leisure center. Alongside the traditional stalls, you'll find a wide array of restaurants, bars, and specialty shops. Here you can enjoy everything from fine seafood and authentic Portuguese dishes to world beers, gourmet cheeses, and other international delights. * Atmosphere: It's more than just a place to shop; it's a social hub and a center for various events, workshops, and themed markets (like biological produce markets, antique fairs, and handicraft markets) that change regularly. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, attracting both locals doing their weekly shopping and tourists looking to soak up the culture and enjoy a meal.

Tom X

Google

Very interesting experience We visited on Sunday around 11am and place was full of people A lot of vegetables and fruits to buy here all fresh and good prices also fishmonger and meets and cheese selection here, very interesting experience and good prices Car park outside avaliable

Elena

Google

An incredible market! Pleasant atmosphere, good prices, and a wide variety of products 👍🏻 If you're in Cascais, it's a must-visit 😉

vincent T.

Google

Very cool concept, they have a fish area where you pick out what fresh fish you want and you pick how you would like it cooked. Fish was super fresh, service was amazing and the Sangria was very good. Overall we loved it

Jean S

Google

This place is amazing. My first time here and it's great to explore all the local fresh produce. Great selection of fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese and flowers. There is also a fish market which is separate from the main part, which is brilliant so the smell is contained. Definitely worth checking out. There's also an outdoor area surrounded by cafes and chocolate shops. There are seating there as well.

Ja X

Google

Amazing place to do groceries. Some accepts cards over 10€ but generally I suggest you to bring cash. You can find variety of fruits, vegetables dried fruits & plants. I bought bell peppers plant to grow in my small garden 3€ /12 pieces super cheap. I also purchased, grapes, cherry tomatoes, corn, fig, watermelon, mango etc. People are so friendly. Inside is little bit hot in summer but still tolerable. This market works: Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays usually till 2 PM.

Monia

Google

Mercado da Vila loosely translates into village market and it has everything that a typical local market would have: fresh produce : fruit and vegetable and an excellent choice too; local meats (local.chorozi is worth trying) and fresh fish and oh.... Such a great choice of cheeses (so worth trying !!! ). You can also find a selection of locallyy produced goods: jewellery (as you would expect of a seaside town) wicker products, and olive oil and olives, local honey. It's the only place that we found a local spicy cheese that my partner loves which is made of goat and sheep and only available there and it is a treat! There are plenty cafes and places inside of the market that you can sit and enjoy coffe or your pastries and it does have a nice atmosphere to enjoy and relax. The prices are a bit high as it seems that it has been turned a bit into a local attraction. Having said this, should I ever stay close to the market it would be my place for some food shopping. Highly recommend, even if just to soaking up the energy of a bust local market.

Nicola Ernesto R.

Google

Frantic, loud, filled with great energy, food and colours. A must visit when in Cascais