Cafe Sintra – Mediterranean
Sunlight streams into this charming European-inspired escape, where the savory perfume of sizzling linguiça and toasted artisan bread fills the air. The kitchen elevates the morning meal with an array of decadent Benedicts draped in velvety hollandaise and Mediterranean-infused scrambles that transport diners to the sun-drenched coast of Portugal. Whether tucking into a rich brie cheese omelet or a hearty seared flank steak, guests find a refined yet welcoming sanctuary for a leisurely, flavor-forward brunch.
Ponderosa Road +15415931222 https://www.cafesintrasunriver.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Cafe Sintra
Dairy-Free at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs Any Style, Sintra Salad and Veggie Hash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs Any Style, Veggie Hash and Fresh Daily Homemade Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kids Grilled Cheese, Sintra Salad and Kids Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sintra Sandwich, Lisboa and Fresh Daily Homemade Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coffee by Bellatazza and Fresh Daily Homemade Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs Any Style, Steak and Eggs and Coffee by Bellatazza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Daily Homemade Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cafe Sintra
Cafe Sintra in Adelaide has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sintra Salad, Veggie Hash and Coffee by Bellatazza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cafe Sintra
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sunriver Bistro | 68 g | 63.3 g |
| Sintra Con Carne Skillet | 34.4 g | 58.6 g |
| Mediterranean Scramble | 68.5 g | 47.2 g |
| Fresh Spinach Salad | 0 g | 42.3 g |
| Prego | 5.5 g | 41.3 g |
| Seared Flank Steak Benedict | 24.9 g | 36.8 g |
| Turkey Club | 67.4 g | 36.1 g |
| Sintra Sandwich | 15.1 g | 32.9 g |
| Sintra Benedict | 37.1 g | 32.7 g |
| Favorita | 6.7 g | 29.9 g |
| Sintra con Carne Tacos | 17.9 g | 29 g |
| Doce Apple | 66.1 g | 28.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the flavorful pasta dishes, noting that the kitchen clearly takes pride in crafting each plate with care. Guests love the comfortable and pleasant setting, which reviewers highlight as a perfect backdrop for the friendly and timely service they consistently receive. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality ingredients, the experience is frequently praised for its balance of great food and a relaxed environment.
Menu
Benedicts
Two poached eggs over house-made English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce. Served with Sintra potatoes or Mixed greens.
- Sintra Benedict - $16.5: Two poached eggs, house-made English muffin, hollandaise sauce, choice of Hill's bacon, Hill's ham or Italian link sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Verdura Benedict - $15.5: Two poached eggs, house-made English muffin, hollandaise sauce, tomato, avocado and sautéed spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Portuguese Benedict - $16.5: Two poached eggs, house-made English muffin, hollandaise sauce, linguiça, tomato and cilantro Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Seared Flank Steak Benedict - $18.5: Two poached eggs, house-made English muffin, hollandaise sauce, chipotle reduction, sautéed onions and mushrooms Available at: breakfast, brunch
Eggs & Scrambles
Served with Sintra potatoes or Mixed greens.
- Two Eggs Any Style - $14.5: Two eggs with side of Italian link sausage, ham, linguiça or bacon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mediterranean Scramble - $15.5: Artichokes, red peppers, onions, kalamata olives, capers, basil and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Linguiça Scramble - $15.5: Portuguese sausage, scrambled eggs, sautéed onions, mushrooms and fresh cilantro Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sintra Sandwich - $14.5: Breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, choice of bacon or ham, and pepper jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ham Scramble - $15.5: Ham, cheddar, mushroom and peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelets
Served with Sintra potatoes or Mixed greens.
- Brie Cheese Omelet - $15.5: Brie cheese, parsley, sautéed mushrooms, tomato and avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon Mozzarella Omelet - $15.5: Bacon, mozzarella, sautéed onions, mushroom, tomatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Flank Steak Omelet - $17.5: Onions, mushrooms, pepper jack cheese and side of salsa Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach & Goat Cheese Omelet - $15.5: Sautéed spinach, onions, garlic and goat cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Specialties
- Sintra Con Carne Skillet - $17.5: Sausage, ham, bacon, sautéed onions, sweet pepper, tomato, mushrooms, cheddar cheese and two eggs any style Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach Egg Crepe - $15.5: Scrambled eggs, goat cheese, sautéed spinach and mushrooms with a side of fruit Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs - $18.5: Two eggs any style over thin slice steak sautéed in garlic and parsley Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Hash - $15.5: Sautéed seasonal vegetables, potatoes, cilantro, garlic topped with avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sintra Favorites
- Pancakes - $12.5: Two buttermilk pancakes topped with strawberries and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancake Trio - $16.5: Two pancakes, two eggs any style and choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast Trio - $16.5: Portuguese sweet bread, two eggs any style and choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $12.5: Topped with strawberries and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Granola Trio - $12.5: Vanilla yogurt and fresh seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Oatmeal - $9.5: Thick rolled oats with brown sugar, raisins and choice of milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches
All sandwiches are made with our homemade bread.
- Portuguesa - $15.5: Linguiça sausage, sautéed onions, sweet peppers, mushrooms and herb mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Favorita - $15.5: Ham, brie cheese, tomato, mixed greens and herb mayonnaise Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lisboa - $15.5: Sautéed chicken, onions and sweet peppers with herb mayonnaise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prego - $17.5: Marinated steak, Swiss cheese, sautéed onions, mushrooms and herb mayo or dijon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustica - $15.5: Turkey breast, Havarti cheese, tomatoes, mixed greens and herb mayo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $16.5: Turkey, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, mixed greens and herb mayo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunriver Bistro - $15.5: Ham, salami, Swiss cheese, mixed greens, tomatoes and herb mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doce Apple - $15.5: Ham, goat cheese, green apple, mixed greens, herb mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Algarve - $14.5: Spinach, swiss cheese, sautéed onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sintra Caprese - $14.5: Tomatoes, basil, brie cheese, avocado and balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Lunch Specialties
- Balsamic Strawberry Chicken Sandwich - $16.5: Oven baked chicken, mozzarella, sliced strawberries, basil, balsamic reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portuguese Chicken Stew - $14.5: Shredded chicken, white beans, roasted green chilies, mozzarella cheese and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sintra con Carne Tacos - $17.5: Three grilled steak and linguiça tacos, sautéed onions, cilantro, tomatoes and avocado Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Sintra Salad - $14.5: Seasonal berries, mixed greens, pears, candied nuts with poppyseed dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Spinach Salad - $14.5: Strawberries, pears, candied nuts, feta cheese with balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Caprese Salad - $14.5: Tomatoes, basil, fresh mozzarella cheese, balsamic reduction over greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portuguese Salad - $14.5: Cucumbers, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, peppers and feta cheese over greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad - $16.5: Sautéed onions, peppers and poppyseed dressing over mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Combos
- Fresh Daily Homemade Soup - $7.5: Daily selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Sandwich & Salad Combo - $15.5: Choice of any half sandwich and salad Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Sandwich & Soup Combo - $15.5: Choice of any half sandwich and a cup of daily soup Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup & Salad Combo - $14.5: Cup of daily soup served with choice of salad and fresh bread Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Choice
For ages 12 and under.
- Kid's Trio - $9.5: One pancake or two pieces of French toast, one egg any style and choice of bacon, ham or sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruit and Yogurt - $7.5: Vanilla yogurt and fresh seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $8.5: Grilled mozzarella cheese with kettle chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Quesadilla - $8.5: Flour tortilla and melted mozzarella cheese with kettle chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee by Bellatazza - $3.5: Freshly brewed coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Cafe Sintra
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers highlight the comfortable, pleasant, and welcoming atmosphere as a perfect backdrop for a relaxed dining experience.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Cafe Sintra specializes in Mediterranean and European-inspired cuisine, featuring Portuguese breakfast dishes, decadent Benedicts, and flavorful pasta.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu is extensive, featuring diverse Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and lunch options including decadent Benedicts, omelets, scrambles, and numerous dietary-specific dishes.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Bacon Mozzarella Omelet and Avocado Caprese Salad both accommodate multiple diets, including keto, gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic options.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting flavorful pasta, a pleasant setting, and friendly, timely service.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its Portuguese-inspired Mediterranean breakfast specialties, featuring decadent Benedicts, sizzling linguiça, and European-inspired artisan dishes.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mediterranean restaurant stands out for its high-quality pasta, flavorful Portuguese-inspired breakfast dishes, and exceptionally diverse dietary options.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly Mediterranean experience featuring flavorful pasta, signature Benedicts, and friendly service in a relaxed, European-inspired setting.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Cafe Sintra has a website at https://www.cafesintrasunriver.com, though the provided data does not specify if online ordering is available.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a relaxed, budget-friendly Mediterranean experience with high-quality pasta, diverse breakfast Benedicts, and extensive health-conscious dietary options would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is Cafe Sintra dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cafe Sintra has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs Any Style, Sintra Salad and Veggie Hash.
- What can I eat at Cafe Sintra on a dairy-free diet?
- Two Eggs Any Style, Sintra Salad and Veggie Hash carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cafe Sintra have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sintra Salad and Veggie Hash.
- Is Cafe Sintra gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cafe Sintra?
- Sunriver Bistro, at roughly 63.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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