Vila de Frades
Between vineyards and tradition, you'll find our space in Vila de Frades
- a place where the Alentejo reveals itself in its most authentic essence, characterised by a peaceful rhythm, the culture of carving wine and a heritage that is lived in every detail, far from the rush and noise of everyday life.
Vila de Frades (Vidigueira)
- Cella Vinaria Antiqua Winery-Museum (carvings and carved wine).
- Generations of Talha (traditional winery and tastings).
- Roman Ruins of São Cucufate / Roman Villa of São Cucufate.
- Casa do Arco Museum.
- Vila de Frades Mother Church and Misericórdia Church.
- Chapel of São Brás and Chapel of Santo António dos Açores.
Vidigueira
- Roman ruins of São Cucufate.
- Adega Cooperativa de Vidigueira and other wine farms.
- Misericórdia Church (17th century, tiles).
- Ruins of Vidigueira Castle.
- Vidigueira Municipal Museum.
Cuba
- St Vincent's Church and Art Treasure (sacred art).
- Christopher Columbus Square and statue of Christopher Columbus.
- St Vincent's Well (linked to local legend).
- Roman dam of Nossa Senhora da Represa (Vila Ruiva).
- Cuba Cultural Route: typical taverns, Largo da Igreja, Rua Longa, Rua de Lisboa, stately homes and gardens.
Vila de Frades
Restaurants
Winery Restaurant País das Uvas
Type: Adega-Typical Alentejo Restaurant
Location: Rua General Humberto Delgado, 19
Specialities: Chickpea stew, Black pork ribs, Sericaia with plums, Alentejo songs
Environment: Old wine cellar with Moorish carvings, used to produce handmade carved wine.
Quinta do Quetzal
Type: Exquisite Restaurant, Pub & Bar, Wine Bar
Specialities: Mediterranean and European cuisine
Environment: Sophisticated space with excellent service
Le Poulet Barbecue Restaurant
Type: Barbecue
Specialities: Grills, Meat
Environment: Family
Taverns and wine bars
Taberna do Enteiriço
Type: Wine bar, Snacks
Specialities: Uncomplicated snacks, Antão Vaz
Environment: Clean and cosy
Arcos Tavern
Type: Adega Cooperativa da Vidigueira
Features: Has the oldest carving in Vila de Frades (1656)
Specialities: Sausages, Greaves, Regional cheeses
Timetable: Weekend
Cuba
Restaurants
Casa de Monte Pedral Winery
Location: Cuba Town Centre
Features: Vaults, Traditional oven, Wine carvings
Specialities: Regional dishes, Grilled meats, Fish, Seafood
Experience: Singing Alentejo's traditional songs
Environment: Impressive decor
Taverns and wine bars
Cuba Tavern
Location: Cuba Town Centre
Specialities: Regional cheeses and sausages, Tomatoes, Scrambled eggs with asparagus, Beans with meat
Environment: Informal, Bottle shop dedicated to regional wines
TimetableMon-Fri 19h-23h | Sat-Sun 12h-00h
Café Cervejaria Cubense
Open since 1934
Specialities: Lamb stew, Beans with carrasquinhas, Bean stew, Tomato soup, Pot soup, Broad beans, Grilled meats, Snails (seasonal)
Timetable: 08h00-00h00 (Open every day)
SPECIAL GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCES
- Talha Wine Tasting: Available in several wineries, especially País das Uvas
- Cantares Alentejanos: Choral groups enlivening meals (Cuba and País das Uvas)
- Rota dos Vinhos de Talha: Thematic route linking wineries and local producers