Nood

Nood is a casual Asian eatery at Avenida Valbom 33A in Cascais, Portugal, serving fresh noodles, dumplings and bao buns in a modern setting. The cooking is Asian fusion, with a quick, simple menu aimed at diners wanting an inexpensive meal near the town centre. Typical dishes include a ramen bowl at around 11 euros, pork bao buns at about 8 euros and gyoza at roughly 7 euros. The dining room is contemporary and compact, with a bright, youthful crowd, moderate noise and fast service. There is no dress code and reservations are generally not required, though larger groups may want to call ahead. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from about noon to 10pm, closed on Mondays. Cascais, a resort town on the Lisbon coast roughly 30 minutes by train from the capital, has many Portuguese seafood restaurants, so Nood provides a lighter, different option for visitors who want a break from fish and grilled meats. Portions are moderate, and a full meal with a drink generally comes to about 15 to 20 euros. It is popular with younger locals and visitors, especially at lunch and on weekend evenings, and the menu includes some vegetarian options such as vegetable dumplings, though visitors with dietary restrictions should ask staff. The location on Avenida Valbom is near the town centre and a short walk to the beach and marina, so it fits easily into a day trip from Lisbon.