Letraria Craft Beer & Vinyl Ponte Lima — Restaurant in Ponte de Lima

We had lunch at this craft beer inspired restaurant (it is a small chain though) and really enjoyed our meal! We had the board of mixed savoury snacks which came with meat “bolinhas”, jalapeño poppers, samosas, rustic fries and 3 kinds of sauces. We also had the hummus and pita - really good flavorful hummus (if you like a more curry flavour) and the chicken wings which were perfect. We also had the chicken burger and our only critique would be a lack of sauce within the actual hamburger between the bread and chicken. All in all, very good experience - they have a cute beer guide as placemats on the tables and a wide variety of craft artisanal beers etc. Fair pricing for the portions and quality...

Good beer.

Their sales policies are a bit distressing. Having driven to their Ponte do Lima store to make a take out purchase, I found that their take out was substantially more expensive than having them delivered to my home.

Initially the salesman made an effort to explain that I would receive a discount and avoid shipping.

When I pointed out that shipping on orders over 30 euros was free and that with the discount, the price was still higher he stated:

They have their stock and we have ours, that's the price".

Why when I drive to their location and save them shipping, I should pay MORE, eludes me.

I made no purchase and will not be driving...

One our favorite places in Ponte de Lima - probably because they have excellent craft beer, but also because the menu offerings are good and the atmosphere is comfortable. If it is your first time to a Letraria, you can't go wrong with any of their signature beers, but be sure to look at the chalkboard for special kegs they have on tap. Letra does a lot to partner with and support local brewers and you'll find their current offerings...