A Brasileira — Restaurant in Braga

A Brasileira in Braga is more than just a café — it’s a slice of the city’s cultural and culinary history. Established on March 17, 1907 by Adolpho de Azevedo, then Vice-Consul of Brazil in Braga, it was part of a visionary network of cafés that introduced Brazilian coffee to Portugal. At one point, entry required a tie, reflecting its stature as a refined gathering place for Braga’s elite. After more than a century and a thoughtful restoration in 2009, it still retains much of its Art Nouveau charm while remaining accessible and welcoming to all.

Today, A Brasileira is an excellent stop for those eager to sample traditional Portuguese flavors. One standout is the tíbia, a local conventual sweet that resembles a profiterole, filled with rich egg yolk cream — a delicacy that speaks directly to the region’s pastry heritage. For something savory, the pastel de bacalhau with broa (cornbread) and olives, accompanied by a cold fino (draft beer), makes for a satisfying and authentic snack.

The atmosphere is pleasant both inside and out, though guests should note that prices differ depending on whether you sit indoors or at the outdoor esplanade, with the latter being more expensive. That said, the location — right in the heart of Braga — makes the terrace an excellent spot for people-watching and soaking in the city’s rhythm.

Service was attentive and warm, contributing positively to the overall experience. While not exactly a hidden gem, A Brasileira remains a classic institution that delivers on quality, tradition, and charm, and deserves its place on any...

My family took a day trip to Braga. It was our first visit. The town is enchanting. As we were struggling we decided we wanted some coffee and perhaps a pastry and just by chance we ended up at this lovely cafe. It is very popular. It was quite crowded and a little noisy but that only added to the ambience. The service was excellent. The coffee's were very good but the surprise was the croissant with ham and cheese. The second surprise was the tuna salad sandwich. Both were superb. My son definitely has a taste for tuna salad and he thought this is one of the best tuna sandwiches he's eaten in sometime and if you have a teenager you know they are very quick to let you know exactly what they like and don't like. We returned in the afternoon had a cocktail and cheese and olives and we were satisfied the second time as we were the first time. If we get back to Braga we will...

They didn't get a new fan, that's for sure. The place is famous therefore it was crowded. I tried to talk to someone to get a table outside, but the poor intern didn't speak Portuguese or English. We were told to go inside upstairs and service took some time to come. The guy was polite but not very engaging. We all ordered Bacalhau. Mine was with a mattress of veggies and beans. The beans were cold, the fish was dry and it was in ge real very oily and with intense flavor, not sure if in a way. I was feeling bad later for 2-3 days and this dish got me thinking. The sangria was the worst I have ever had. We ordered pineapple and mint. There were some leaves of mint but the pineapple must have been a canned juice, no pieces and it was green! Why adding green colorant to seem more fake and less delicious? It was expensive, not good. Won't...