Restaurant Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

Casa de Chá da Boa Nova profoundly embodies the "sea-to-table" concept. It isn't just near the Atlantic; the building, a designated National Monument, is dramatically perched upon the rocks of Boa Nova Beach, allowing the rhythm of the crashing waves to become an integral part of the dining atmosphere.

The culinary vision here is helmed by Chef Rui Paula, with Executive Chef Catarina Correia at his side. Their offering is poetically inspired by a verse from Luís Vaz de Camões' epic, The Lusiads: "Through seas never before sailed." This philosophy translates into a modern menu focused intently on the marine world, marked by exceptional Atlantic ingredients and contemporary technique.

Guests can embark on this voyage through tasting menus—Cantos—available in six, twelve, or twenty-one acts. The kitchen distinguishes itself with precise, flavour-driven dishes where presentation and texture are paramount. Standouts include the intricate Red Prawn with Broccoli and Kaffir Lime, the delicately crafted "Chanel" Squid, and the robust John Dory with Endive.

Holding Two Michelin Stars for its excellent cooking, Casa de Chá da Boa Nova is more than a meal; it is a fully immersive sensory experience where architecture, poetry, and gastronomy collide to celebrate the wild soul of the Portuguese coast.