Just loved learning about the harvesting of cork. The cork exhibit was larger than I expected. It was great to see the movie (suitable for all languages since there was no vocal element, just self-explanatory video footage). In the costume/history part I liked the display about women's fans and how the women could use them to send signals to men. I'd just add that there was a lot to see in the back courtyard, such as carriages and an unusual well.

Beautifully curated and well displayed. The galleries take you through a journey in time. The photo montage gives you an insight into the society that created the town. The rear garden shows the commercial development of local industry as technology improved. There is an adjacent cafe with very reasonable prices.

Don’t miss this great museum that explains how cork is harvested and clothing during the period from 1900-1930’s…also very inexpensive to enter. Explanations are in several languages including English.

A quiet but interesting museum spread indoors and in a large picturesque courtyard. A small cafe and pleasant outdoor seating are available for a break afterwards. The museum consists of some costumes displayed in a beautiful old house, a cork making area outside together with many carts, wagons, and other facets of a life now past. We spent a relaxing 1.5 hours there.

It’s not the same now Sr. Sancho is not there. He was / is the museum. The cafe could be a GREAT source of much needed revenue but sad to say, the couple running it are quite unpleasant.

Fascinating history of Sao Bras de Alportel from the establishment of the town at the beginning of the 20th century through its wartime sacrifices to the present day. Amazing fashion collection and, in a separate building, a free film show and displays about the local cork industry. A real suprise is the farm equipment and carriage display and cafe that does not close for lunch. Great latte coffee for 90c. Interesting well with hand operated pump that visitors can use.

Great spot for a bit of learning and some beautiful sites. Nice, simple museum with straightforward signs in multiple languages. Beautiful costumes and lots of interesting information about the local community and the economic and cultural history of the area. There's a small cork museum attached as well. And of course there is a delightful garden (and old well) and covered patio with a bar nearby so you can relax and enjoy some laid back Algarve vibes.

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bien

(Translated by Google) A place with history and a very friendly and well-prepared employee who knows what she's talking about, so I recommend it. (Original) Um local com história com uma funcionária simpatiquisima, muito bem preparada, sabe do que fala por isso recomendo

(Translated by Google) Very warm welcome and lots of information on this beautiful estrada nacional N2. THANKS. (Original) Très bon accueil et beaucoup d'informations sur cette belle estrada nacional N2. Merci.

(Translated by Google) We got a super nice tour! Definitely recommended if you are going to drive the N2. Also follow the route on YouTube @PawesomeHorizons (Original) We hebben een super leuke rondleiding gekregen! Zeker een aanrader als je de N2 gaat rijden. Volg de route ook op YouTube @PawesomeHorizons

(Translated by Google) Congratulations on creating this museum. For those who started in Chaves and now live in São Brás de Alportel, it is incredible to hear Sónia Martins talk about the history of the N2 and the city. Thank you! (Original) Parabéns pela criação deste museu. Para quem começou em Chaves e chega a São Brás de Alportel, é incrível ouvir a Sónia Martins falar sobre a história da N2 e da cidade. Obrigada!

(Translated by Google) "live first, publish later" N2 Memorial House On the route of the National 2-Portugal São Brás de Alportel April 2023 We got there and it was closed. As I'm not one to give up easily, I called the contacts that were posted and they made someone available to come and give us a guided tour (although it wasn't scheduled that day). In addition to this welcome, we were received by the greatest friendliness and competence, in addition to showing us the whole "history" behind this mythical road, we also talked about interesting facts and important information. I emphasize that it changed the way I saw the road and, I'm sorry, I should have visited it before making the trip and not almost at the end (living and knowing the details makes all the difference. I recommend the visit, for those who do or don't do the N2 route, after all, what you find there is part of Portugal's history. (Original) "vive primeiro, publica depois" Casa memoria N2 Na rota da Nacional 2-Portugal São Brás de Alportel Abril 2023 Chegamos lá e estava fechado como não sou de desistir fácil liguei pra os contactos que tinham afixados e disponibilizaram alguém para nos vir fazer uma visita guiada (apesar de não estar previsto nesse dia). Alem destas boas vindas fomos recebidos pela maior simpatia e competência, além de nos mostrar toda a "história" por trás desta estrada tão mítica ainda falamos de curiosidades e informações importantes. Realço que mudou o forma como vi a estrada e, tenho pena, deveria ter visitado antes de fazer a viagem e não quase no fim (viver a saber já de detalhes faz toda a diferença. Recomendo a visita, para quem faz ou não a rota da N2, afinal de contas o que encontra ali é parte da história de Portugal.

(Translated by Google) The lady who welcomed me was so friendly, and it's worth noting that despite the few minutes of good conversation, she was always very available. A place worth visiting with more time. (Original) A simpatia da Senhora que me recebeu e de salientar, apesar dos poucos minutos de boa conversa, demonstrou sempre bastante disponibilidade. Local a visitar com mais tempo.

(Translated by Google) It's unfortunate that it's closed on some days. I passed by on a Monday, and it was closed. I ended up missing out on one of my favorite spots on my trip along the N2. I think they should reconsider this situation. (Original) É lamentável ter dias em que está encerrado. Passei numa segunda feira, e estava encerrado. Acabei por ficar privado de ver um dos pontos que mais gostava na minha viagem pela N2. Julgo que deveriam rever esta situação

Beautiful relaxing little town. wonderful for a stop off and view the surrounding countryside. lots of cafes for a cuppa or a beer.

Very beautiful church

I love Sao Bras

Very ancient and historic brings back many memories

nice church but allway to crowdy especially on sunday morning

A beautiful church and a magnificent view

Nice place.

Delicious freshly cooked pizza. Very friendly service and great prices.

Love this little gem. Great pizzas, as well as other delights. Wine, beer and non alcoholic drinks available in their small but comfy sitting area. This an outside seating area.

Used to visit frequently as had a home in the area. First time back for two years. Nothings changed thank goodness. Still really great value and brilliant pizzas.

Interesting menu with many options and low prices. 6.2 euro for a large pizza, 3.9 for a small. Very calm place. Outside you can see the local drinkers enjoy their cheap boose.

This has quickly become one of our favorite "comfort" food places. Pizzas are excellent but the cheese tortellini is outstanding. Several salads are available for those trying to eat healthy. Dining us available at several tables outside or by takeaway. The young ladies running this restaurant are very polite and ensure everything is as expected.

There is gluten free option

Delightful little spot with shaded seats outside. Cheap but fresh pizzas. A lovely German lady serving and smiling and chatting in many languages, including fluent Portuguese. If I lived closer then I would be a regular

Lovely tapas spot with some tables outside and a few more inside. The sardine bruschetta was delicious!

Beautiful spot for some lunch. The proprietor was so friendly and went above and beyond. The food and wine were incredible and the atmosphere was lovely. Her handmade clay jewellery and decors are also beautiful, so well worth the visit. Obrigada

Got2 nice tasting taps and a slice of apple yard The taps got a very good selection of different cold meat slices Apple tarde was 👍👍 Highly recommend

Cozy and well decorated place. And a friendly cat :) We had a drink accompanied by a delicious board of ham, cheese, olives and others before continuing our visit in São Bras.

Fantastic cozy cafe restaurant, nicely decorated and tidy. There are a large selection of meals, from salads to "tibornas", cheeses, deserts, etc. Price wise it is very reasonable, although it might be on the most pricey side according to Portuguese standard prices. A place to go back to. Indoor and outdoor sitting possibilities are available.

Lovely service, very sweet back area under cover from any rain, and every part of the menu we tried was really just delicious. Would recommend the Tibornas and the cheese plate!

A real find. Authentic Portuguese food, tapas style. Lovely building with pretty courtyard at the back,

Ysconderijo is one of, if not the best restaurant I have visited in Portugal. The presentation, quality, and service for the price offer excellent value for money. The main course will leave you full and satisfied, and I highly recommend the duck or the pork belly. Pair it with a strawberry daiquiri, and you'll be eagerly anticipating your next visit.

Great presentation and taste. One of the best restaurants in Sao Bras. Local gem 💎

Everything a very good restaurant should be and offer: nice atmosphere, excellent, friendly, swift, but not rushed service, wonderfully presented, delicious meals...and all that at really reasonable prices! We definitely will come back! Update 2 years later (we actually came back!): I can only confirm and extend what I wrote before: The food is excellent and the service very attentive, but unobtrusive and discreet (the staff wear white gloves to change cutlery).The dishes are presented very attractively, imaginatively and with great attention to detail (you eat with your eyes!). The room is designed so that you can sit in pairs or larger groups without disturbing each other, and is furnished in a varied way. And all this at moderate prices (compared to Germany or the UK, for example)!

The best restaurant that we ever visited in Algarve. Food absolutely delicious and presentation outstanding. Great service and atmosphere. 100%recommended. When next time in Portugal will visit again.

What a total gem of a place this is. The quality of the food is second to none. We visited twice and had we been staying longer would have gone again. The lamb chops, steak, sole and salmon were excellent, and the puddings were delicious. If you are in the Algarve, Ysconderijo is definitely worth a visit - 5 stars.

One of our favourite places to eat on the Algarve. Been here a few times, service is very good, food is excellent and the price is reasonable (or cheap compared to the UK). Highly recommended, booking is advisable.

Absolutely divine. The dishes are beautiful ly presented and insanely tasty. Staff very professional and welcoming. Already booked our next time!

1st restaurant in Algarve that we found with awesome food, not typical for tourists. End of February where most of the restaurant were closed. One staff, the cook who played on the music when we came and set the fire place, only for us. Got Lamb Kebab and Salmon Puff Pastry, Pear with Saffon Sauce and Puff Pastry Cheese with Nuts!!! All tasted great

This was the best meal I have had in a long time! We ordered the chèvre with honey and pine nuts, the fried shrimp, the pasta with pesto and the pastry salmon - and everything was 10/10. The staff was very welcoming, helpful and kind. Would totally recommend this if you’re in Sao Bras!

Hidden gem in the heart of São Bras! We wanted a quick, early dinner before an evening meeting and this place was highly recommended. It's located in an old, converted cork factory and has a lot of interesting features and artifacts inside. Very eclectic and feels more like a cozy coffee shop than a tapas restaurant. Our server was excellent... Very friendly and he recommended some favorites for us to try. The owner/chef prepared each dish, and they were served immediately from the open kitchen directly to our table. Everything was beautifully prepared, piping hot and well-seasoned with a lot of flavor. The Moroccon lamb skewers and salmon in puff pastry were favorites. Desserts are limited but all homemade. And the coffee was some of the best I've had in the Algarve (strong and piping hot.) Parking is also convenient and ample, the facilties were spotless, and I will definitely return. Highly recommend!

We was only one customer at the time. Special for us they fire up fire place. Amazing staff amazing place. I been in michelin star restaurant in italy, they was not the best compare with this. Quality of food is amazing i never eat like this. Price to this what you get is jjst amazing. If this will be next to see you will pay x4 for that kind of food.

I was here for a wedding in May. Gorgeous place for a wedding or any event! The food was the best I have had in Sao Bras de Alportel, it was an 100% vegan feast! The staff was wonderful. 💕✨ highly reccomend.

Went to an all vegan feast of a wedding at this amazing place the other day. Absolutely first class! And super friendly and accomodating staff, highly recommended!!!

Such a surprise, hidden away in a quiet corner. Great choice of food, delicious Brie apple and walnut starter. Tasty salmon folhada. Choice of great value wines. Will become a regular I think..