When Lisbon’s hot summer days kick in, locals beeline to the beaches and beach bars.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Who doesn’t love cool drinks, mouthwatering snacks, and great views of the surf (and surfers)? Coastal living is an integral part of life in Portugal, and downtown Lisbon is between 15 minutes to an hour from spectacular beaches<\/a>. Sound good? Head to one of these fabulous Lisbon beach bars to chill out like a local.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are you desiring trendy Lisbon beach bars from your next trip? Consider visiting Costa da Caparica and the Estoril Coastline<\/a> if proximity to the capital is essential. Or, you can venture further to more must-see, picturesque locations like Sintra. Set your towel near one of these five hangouts for easy access to seafood, snacks<\/a>, and drinks while relaxing under the summer sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Bar Moinho<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This cozy spot (with sunning chairs and umbrellas) is perfect when you want to read by the beach. It’s also a lovely place to watch a sunset. Bar Moinho<\/a> is easy to reach from its semi-hidden location in Carcavelos. Plan 20-25 minutes when traveling there by car. Or, take the train from Cais do Sodr\u00e9 in the same amount of time (the train only costs a few euros). The beaches in Carcavelos are small but become popular spots for families and locals who don’t want to travel too far. Are you visiting during the winter months? Sit inside with an order of hot chocolate or tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Kailua Fonte da Telha<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is it a bar or a restaurant? Usually, in Portugal, the answer is both. Kailua Fonte da Telha<\/a>, or simply Kailua, is one of the bars\/restaurants in Fonte da Telha, the last beach on Costa da Caparica’s long coast. On the menu, you’ll find salads, hamburgers, toasts, and desserts. There is also a separate menu for smoothies and shakes. On Sundays, try their take on a cultural classic at lunch – Cozido \u00e0 Portuguesa <\/em>(Portuguese boiled dinner).  Thursday nights are buffet nights. Don’t forget to sit on the terrace and enjoy the privileged views of a local favorite beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n