Bem Parece, pão e bolos is a charming café nestled in the heart of Albufeira’s Old Town, offering a delightful retreat for both locals and visitors craving an authentic Portuguese bakery experience. Located at Largo Eng. Duarte Pacheco 17, this quaint spot is much more than just a coffee stop—it’s a sensory journey fueled by freshly baked goods and aromatic coffee that perfectly captures the essence of morning rituals in Portugal.
Stepping inside, you’re immediately embraced by the inviting scent of warm, oven-fresh pastries and rich coffee brewing. The menu spotlights classics like their velvety White Coffee alongside the iconic Pastéis de Nata—these golden custard tarts boast a crisp, flaky crust and a creamy, caramelized filling that melts in your mouth, evoking a comforting nostalgia with every bite. Pair that with their freshly brewed café coffee, and you have the perfect way to start your day or recharge between sightseeing adventures.
Customers frequently rave about the excellent value here, with breakfast combos for two around 6 to 8 euros—an absolute bargain considering the quality and freshness served. The café buzzes early in the mornings, especially between 8 and 9 am, where you’ll find a lively mix of locals and tourists converging to grab their daily caffeine fix and fresh bread. Those who appreciate a lively yet cozy atmosphere will enjoy sitting outside, soaking up the local vibe as the world wakes up.
Many visitors highlight the warm and accommodating staff who easily communicate in English, enhancing the welcoming vibe. One customer fondly recalled the bakery’s confident “wait or leave” attitude, a testament to their pride in quality and service, even during busy times. Watching the skilled bakers craft each Pastel de Nata upstairs adds an element of charm and authenticity—you truly feel connected to the craft behind every pastry.
Bem Parece successfully marries tradition and quality with a sense of community, making it an essential stop if you want to savor a genuine taste of Portuguese café culture. Whether you’re starting your day with a delicious cappuccino and freshly baked bread or indulging in a sweet treat paired with aromatic coffee, this bakery-café offers a memorable and heartwarming experience that stays with you long after the last crumb.
It is actually a bakery with coffee options. Very good prices, very good pastries and coffee! Staff speaks English. Local people also go there. Best time to go there is between 8 and 9am. You can sit outside as well. Breakfast with coffee for two people ca. 8€
Cute cafe. Bustling in the morning with people getting coffee and pastries and picking up fresh loads of rolls and loaves of bread. Good combo of locals and tourists. During my first visit, the ladies stopped all transactions to bus dishes and reset although there were several people waiting for service. Love their confident “wait or leave” attitude.
The first place open near the town center. Fantastic baked treats, breads and cappuccino to wash it down. Love this spot.
Another lovely little cafe, nestled within the centre of Old Town Albufeira. Great coffee and fresh home made pastries. You could even go upstairs if you were there at the right time, to see them make the fresh Pasteis de nata. We had two coffees amd pastries which came to 6 euro!! Bargin
This is our first stop in Portugal for a much needed caffeine boost! Good coffee & great pastries from a lovely little bakery. The place is quaint and clean. The lady who served us was very nice despite our complete lack of Portuguese.
Great espresso.. loved de Quindim... The Lady also prepared a nice misto quente for me....