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True Gems

Moments you don't want to miss, just steps from

Casa do Cruzeiro.

 

Leitão & Companhia 

A Castle-Side Treat for Leitão Lovers

Our First Visit

 

We’d been looking forward to this for weeks. It all started during one of our regular strolls around the castle, when we noticed the “Coming Soon” sign. Our excitement doubled the moment we realized it was Leitão&C. — the very same we already loved in Fátima — now opening right here in our medieval hilltop neighborhood.

On opening day, we couldn’t resist trying our luck… but it seemed everyone in the neighbourhood had the same idea. Every seat was taken, and our favorites were already sold out. Moral of the story: call first!

A few days later, we tried again — and this time, success!

 
 
 
 
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What We Ordered

We slid into our seats, ordered our all-time favorite: sandes de leitão (roast suckling pig sandwich) and batata doce frita (sweet potato fries). One bite in, and we were reminded exactly why leitão holds the crown as my favorite Portuguese dish. Crispy skin, tender meat, just the right seasoning — pure happiness between bread.

 

From there, we explored the rest of the menu. It’s simple, focused, and absolutely on point — everything revolves around their signature leitão, served in sandwiches, salads, or with chips.

 

How to Find Them

If you’re staying at Casa do Cruzeiro, you can be at Leitão&C. in just 5–10 minutes on foot — a pleasant walk up the hill with castle views along the way. Perfect for a quick lunch after sightseeing.

📍 Address: Vila medieval de ourém-Castelo de Ourém, Tv. da Misericórdia, 2490-481 Ourém
📞 Phone: +351 933 530 554
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They also suggest calling ahead to book or to place a takeaway order so your meal is ready when you arrive.

 
 
 

Price Range

Most dishes are between €5 and €15.

 
 
 

Visiting Tips

 

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Take-away

The place is nice, but often full! No worries, just ask for take-away!

 

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Reservation Tip

Call to make reservations ahead of time or check for vacancy. Also use the number we put on this page. The one you may find on Google Map probably leads you to one in Fátima.

 

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Language Tip

They have a digital menu that's accessible by scanning the QR code on the table, so you will be fine finding what you want even if not speaking Portuguese. :)

 

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