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Hífen

Restaurant Bar

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in Cascais e Estoril


Address

Av. Dom Carlos I 48, 2750-310 Cascais, Portugal

Website

hifenrestaurant.squarespace.com

Contact

+351 915 546 537

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 12:30 to 3 pm, 7 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 12:30 to 3 pm, 7 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12:30 to 3 pm, 7 to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 12:30 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: (Christmas Eve), 12:30 to 11 pm, Hours might differ
  • Monday: (Christmas Day), 12:30 to 3 pm, 7 to 11 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 12:30 to 3 pm, 7 to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Shelly M. 8 months ago on Google
    I’m still thinking about my food at this place. We were so lucky to get a table upstairs by the window with an incredible view. Our waiter was lovely and made our experience that much better. He recommend the tuna sandwich which was delicious and we also had a salad and a fish dish. The dessert was unreal. Absolutely phenomenal food and a great restaurant in the heart of beautiful Cascais!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David S. 2 years ago on Google
    Modern restaurant on the quayside, with minimalist decor and contemporary versions of Portuguese classic dishes. The dishes are intended to share; would recommend one starter and three mains for two people. Had the pork, Galician octopus and tuna mains; all great but the pork was the star of the show. The first floor balcony tables have interior glass doors, so ideal for a private, romantic meal, but too cold/windy on the night of our visit. Staff were exceptionally friendly and efficient. Recommended.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leonardo F. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh my god. This place is a bomb. The staff is easy-going and willing to joke with you. We took two astonishing cocktails, two appetizers two main dishes, two desserts, water and 1.5 liters, I repeat, ONE POINT FIVE LITERS of an awesome white sangria made with a touch of gin and passion fruit. The food is something. Every bite I had was different and delicious. We spent less than a hundred euros. I mean... This place left me speechless. I swear I will come back.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Madeleine D. 9 months ago on Google
    I am genuinely sad because this was one of the best meals of my entire life but I was only visiting Cascais for the afternoon so I’ll probably never eat it again 😭 the garlic prawns were divine, the fillet steak sandwich so tender and soft it was like biting through fish - my hot tip is to dip your steak sandwich into the sauce leftover from the garlic prawns, you will not be disappointed. So delicious. Lovely service and fabulous cocktails, too. I’ll always think of this place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Penelope K. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is just amazing! We ordered a Caesar salad, limpets and burrata. The service was very good and quick and the facilities were clean and tidy. The seating was slightly uncomfortable as the have standing chairs and it gets very busy around lunch so I definitely recommend booking in advance.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elina S. 5 months ago on Google
    Tried 5 things on the menu and by far the most memorable flavours in Lisbon!! Every bite I took, I wanted to cry because of how good it was! The best thing I’ve eaten in Lisbon was their Veal pica pau. I love to eat, and I’ve eaten all over Lisbon for 10 days. I’ve travelled all over the world to eat in different countries. I’ve been to 5 star Michelin restaurants in Paris, Spain and London….not one of them blew my mind like their veal dish. The food here is sooooooo special! their flavour combos are so creative and insanely good. Price is also good for the quality. Service is great! Cocktails are also so good and well balanced. Their chocolate walnut dessert was also very good. I’ve been dreaming about the veal for 3 days. Literally going to take the train tomorrow for 45 mins just to get their veal. And I am a lazy person.. that says A LOT.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex C. 1 year ago on Google
    We come to cascais a few times a year, and always try to explore the restaurants, but usually end up starting at given for a drink and not going anywhere else…. The cocktails are fantastic - always original and usually pack a punch! Tonight we cocktails, octopus salad, chips (potato, squash and beet.) and garlic prawns. Finished sharing a tuna sandwich - I thought was a brave recommendation from the waiter but was so so good. Service was charming too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gideon S. 9 months ago on Google
    This first thing I need to mention is the fantastic atmosphere and setting of this place, as well as the stellar service. For example, when we weren't sure what to order for dessert, our waiter let us try the dessert before ordering. The food was very good overall with just the fried cod pancake topper with egg being a little too salty for my liking and too chewy. I recommend the tuna steak sandwich and salmon tataki as these were both fresh and packed with rewarding flavour. I don't think you can go wrong with the amazing desserts on offer. Try your best to get a seat upstairs with a view out of the window as this kept us there for hours.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Áine 1 year ago on Google
    A great restaurant! We enjoyed lunch here twice while in Cascais! The duck salad is amazing!! We also came here for evening drinks after dinner and it had a great atmosphere! Staff are so friendly here! Created a great ambiance 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Svenja S. 1 year ago on Google
    A must-go when in Cascais! Although it was fully booked we got a table at the door. So if you did not reserve a table, they offer a few tables for people who just show up, but I recommend going early otherwise you need to wait. The food was very nice! We ordered 6 plates for 4 people to share as the dishes are quite small. Everything we ordered tasted amazing. They also have a lot of options for vegetarians. The price was very good as well, we paid ca. 110€ for 4 people incl. 2 desserts, 2 glasses of wine, 1 cocktail and 2 soft drinks. I highly recommend going there!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim �. 1 year ago on Google
    This place surprised us completely! Interesting and modern interior, professional but chill staff and service. Food was something different but in a perfect way. You need to try it to experience it. Try as many foods you can! Beautifull drinks as well. A really well deserved recommendations!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Daniele M. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is tasty and the place gives you good vibes with a view. Some dishes are a bit pricey but since it's always full I think it makes sense for them.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Em S. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience with great food and wine. Good to book the table earlier. I fall in love with the salmon salad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fran B. 9 months ago on Google
    Wow - what an explosion of flavours. We loved it…it rocked our world. Dishes to get: smoked ham croquettes, aubergine & the prawns. 10/10 would come again. Great value for this high quality and portion size. Great staff too!!! Whoop
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan Y. 6 months ago on Google
    Nice spot with ocean views, good food and a large bar. They have a second floor with tables by the windows. The menu is very diverse, with salads, bowls, sandwiches and more. Also the drinks are very well made and the staff is very friendly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John B. 9 months ago on Google
    Passed this restaurant so many times but never ventured inside until this evening. Fantastic service and atmosphere. Great people watching spot and views over the sea at Cascais. Most importantly the food is excellent and the staff could not be more helpful. We had cocktails while we waited for a table (Tipsy Monkey and Speachless). We had 3 sharing plates. Would totally recommend — “Pica Pau” Veal

  • 5/5 Mo Yasin U. 1 year ago on Google
    Really enjoyed the food. Great sharing menu and lovely desserts. Great location also. Friendly staff. Definitely would go back.

  • 5/5 Olya S. 9 months ago on Google
    One of the best restaurants i’ve been during my week in Portugal! View is incredible, food is delicious, servers are so personable and friendly, and atmosphere is great. Drinks are also incredible - best i’ve had in a while. Speachless and the branco sangria were our favourites. We got the garlic prawns (highly recommend), secret iberico pork (was great but I think theres better on the menu), and gazpacho soup which was really refreshing. João was awesome and definitely made the experience even better! You won’t regret coming here :)

  • 5/5 Parmela P. 6 months ago on Google
    Top notch! Great vibe, view from upstairs is incredible. They have these two-seater balconies that are so special. Having your drinks and sharables overlooking the sea is an experience. The buratta and veal were superb! Prices are very reasonable. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 David B. 7 months ago on Google
    Love the food here and the vibe. And the service was spectacular. Innovative dishes that were also delicious. It’s hard to get a reservation but we didn’t have to wait long without one.

  • 5/5 Stephen S. 9 months ago on Google
    Awesome drinks, good food. Incredible setting! I would highly recommend. Be specific on how you want your meat cooked.

  • 5/5 Yvette F. 9 months ago on Google
    Excellent choice in Cascais. The food is incredibly good and the staff knows what they’re doing (Brianna was amazing)! I highly recommend. It’s affordable and well-worth it!

  • 5/5 Laura A. 11 months ago on Google
    The food is delicious we ordered multiple dishes and all of them were really good. They view is incredible and the services was great. We were able to get a table without reservation but I do recommend making a reservation in advance as it gets really busy.

  • 5/5 Meghan 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food and service! Our waiter recommended a few dishes - all of which were amazing, especially the burrata. We came back the next night for drinks only and really enjoyed their sangria and mojitos. We would absolutely return!

  • 5/5 Łukasz P. 2 years ago on Google
    Quite a nice place with interesting food. Although seems to be fully booked every evening, so make a reservation in advance.

  • 5/5 Brent S. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved it. Everything was fresh, well prepared, inventive, and delicious. If you get the prawns, you owe it to yourself to get the bread to sop up the broth. Great service, beautiful restaurant, beautiful location and views.

  • 5/5 Monika K. 2 years ago on Google
    5 stars, food is great, but desserts it is something for 10 stars. I felt like I am tasting desserts from Masterchef Australia ;). Pudin was the best that I have eaten in Portugal within my 4 years here. Modern space and modern presentation of Portuguese food :). Good job. I will come back.

  • 5/5 Jiayi W. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is so good, the view is perfect. The shrimp is top! Cocktails are strong. Veal steak absolutely delicious although it’s kids menu.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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