Hemingway's Ericeira Bar Café is a restaurant in Ericeira Centro, Ericeira. Rated 4.5 stars from 238 Google reviews. Known for gin selection & cocktails and owner hospitality & service. Best for gin enthusiasts and solo drinks. Price range: $$.
Rankings updated July 2026
Hemingway's Ericeira Bar Café
| Rating | 4.5★ |
| Reviews | 238 |
| Best for | Gin enthusiasts |
Quick Verdict
A gin lover's sanctuary and social hub where skilled bartenders and genuine hospitality make every visit memorable.
You want expertly crafted gin cocktails and genuine local hospitality in Ericeira's most welcoming bar.
About Hemingway's Ericeira Bar Café
Hemingway's Ericeira Bar Café sits at the heart of Ericeira's social scene, a gin-forward bar where locals and visitors converge over craft cocktails and an expansive spirits selection. The owner is known for hands-on hospitality—crafting bespoke drinks with fresh fruits and juices, and making each guest feel genuinely welcomed regardless of background. The atmosphere balances relaxed daytime café vibes with lively evening energy, complete with sports on TV and a terrace that captures the town's central pulse. Reviewers consistently praise the gin collection as exceptional and the bartenders' showmanship—from theatrical Gin Mare Tonic presentations to perfectly balanced Negronis and martinis. The bar has earned a reputation as a gathering place where strangers quickly become friends, anchored by attentive service and an owner who goes out of his way to ensure every visit feels special.
What Stands Out
Gin selection & cocktails
Multiple reviewers highlight an exceptional gin range and expertly crafted cocktails, from theatrical Gin Mare Tonic presentations to perfectly balanced Negronis and original creations alongside classics.
Owner hospitality & service
The owner is consistently praised for going out of his way to welcome guests, crafting bespoke drinks with fresh fruits, and creating an atmosphere where tourists and locals alike feel genuinely valued.
Welcoming atmosphere & community
Reviewers describe the bar as a place where strangers quickly become friends, with staff described as 'very friendly,' 'very welcoming,' and creating a fantastic social environment that keeps guests returning.
Practical Information
Contact
R. do Ericeira 8, 2655-271 Ericeira, Portugal
+351 915 725 528Frequently Asked Questions about Hemingway's Ericeira Bar Café
The bar is known for an exceptional gin range—reviewers call it 'ginormous' and praise it as the best in town. The bartenders are skilled at crafting classic and original gin-based cocktails, from Gin Mare Tonics to Negronis, with theatrical presentation.
Yes. The bar has TV for sports viewing and a terrace, making it a popular spot to catch games like World Cup matches while enjoying drinks and the friendly local atmosphere.
Very welcoming. Reviewers consistently note that the owner and staff go out of their way to make visitors feel at home. Many tourists report arriving as strangers and leaving feeling they've made local friends.
Reviewers describe cocktail prices as reasonable for the quality and expertise on offer, with the bar positioned as a mid-range option in Ericeira.
The bar works for both daytime café visits and lively evening drinks. Evenings can get busy, especially on weekends, but the atmosphere remains welcoming and social.
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