Since 1980 filling in the portuguese houses

We are the outcome of the “know how”, with a touch of innovation that never loses focus on quality neither the people that do it.

ABOUT US

History

“A tradition that feeds the future.”

 In 1980, in the heart of Leiria, Carnes Avenida was born. It all started with a small butcher’s shop and a clear purpose: to offer reliable meat, with a genuine taste and family treatment.

From simple origins, we built a brand with soul. We gained the trust of those who value what is authentic, we won over generations – with hard work, respect for tradition and an obsession with quality.

Today, we are more than a name: we are a symbol of Portuguese flavor, made with rigor, passion and truth. In every cut, in every package, on every table – we bring the best of our origins to those who won’t give up the best.

Carnes Avenida. Exclusivity in every cut, tradition in every detail.

PRODUCTS

SMOKED SAUSAGE
NEGRITO
RICE MORCELA
TRADICIONAL CHORIZO
PAIO ALENTEJANO
FARINHEIRA

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CONTACTS

Store
Av. Heróis de Angola, nº127 | 2400-155, Leiria
244 823 379

Industrial Unit
Zona Industrial de Porto de Mós, Lote 7B
244 891 996
info@carnesavenida.pt

Awards

2025 © CARNE AVENIDA | Quality and Food Safety Policy

PROJECTO COFINANCIADO PELA EU
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PROJECTO COFINANCIADO PELA EU
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CARNES AVENIDA - 500055920 - Selo TOP5 2023 (1)

Other Distinctions

TOP 10+
SECTORS / REGIONS
2021 Edition
TOP 5%
BEST SMEs
IN PORTUGAL
TOP 10+
SECTORS / REGIONS
2021 Edition
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TOP 5% SME PORTUGAL

The Distinction

“CARNES AVENIDA – PREPARAÇÃO E COMÉRCIO DE CARNES, LDA” has been distinguished by SCORING with the “TOP 5% BEST SMEs IN PORTUGAL” certification, 2023 edition. SCORING certifies that the company has met the access requirements for certification and, according to the ScorePME method and in the 2021 fiscal year, has obtained a Performance and Financial Solvency Index of over 80%, demonstrating consistency in the economic and financial aspects, which is only accessible to less than 5% of national companies.

Accordingly, it has obtained an “EXCELLENT” SCORING Notation (“NS 5”), which gives it the distinction of “TOP 5% 2023” in terms of economic and financial sustainability, as mentioned above.

The excellence of the operational and financial management demonstrated by the certified company deserves praise to the management team and all employees.

Smoked Sausage

Product Description

Made from a carefully selected blend of pork, fat, and spices, this smoked sausage stands out for the quality of its ingredients and its traditional production method. Its seasoning, typical of the Leiria region, ensures the preservation of its authentic flavor. The sausage is filled in natural casing and hand-tied according to tradition, then slowly smoked over cork oak wood, which imparts its distinctive and characteristic taste.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance: The exterior presents a glossy yellow-brown color.
Consistency: The texture is pasty, with an intact casing that is not completely filled with the dough. The interior is cohesive, showing a well-bound mixture with shiny, yellow-brownish lumps.
Shape: Horseshoe-shaped.
Color and Flavor: Distinctive and characteristic of the product.

NEGRITO

Product Description

Crafted from a precise selection of pork, fat, and spices, the Negrito stands out not only for the quality of its ingredients but also for its traditional method of production. Its seasoning, typical of the Leiria region, helps preserve its authentic, time-honored flavor. The sausage is filled in natural casing and hand-tied according to tradition, then slowly smoked to achieve its distinctive taste and aroma.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance: The exterior has a black, matte appearance.
Consistency: Firm texture, with an intact casing well adhered to the dough. The interior is perfectly blended, showing a marbled look with an even distribution of meat and fat pieces.
Shape: Horseshoe-shaped.
Color and Flavor: Distinctive and characteristic of the product.

RICE MORCELA

Product Description

Crafted from a careful selection of pork, fat, and spices, Rice Morcela stands out not only for the quality of its ingredients but also for its traditional preparation method. Its seasoning has remained unchanged for generations, carrying forward the product’s history and heritage while preserving its rich flavor and fragrant aroma.
Delicately filled in natural casing, it is hand-tied and then slowly boiled, resulting in its characteristic matte appearance and unmistakable taste.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance: Black in color, with a matte, lustreless surface.
Consistency: Firm texture, with an intact casing well adhered to the dough. The interior is homogeneous and cohesive, displaying a shiny, slightly lumpy or pasty appearance, with a distinctive brownish-grey or wine-lees hue.
Shape: Horseshoe-shaped.
Color and Flavor: Distinctive and characteristic of the product.

TRADITIONAL CHORIZO

Product Description

Crafted from a careful selection of pork and spices, Traditional Chorizo stands out not only for the quality of its ingredients but also for its artisanal production method. It undergoes a specific aging period and features a distinctive seasoning typical of the Leiria region, ensuring a truly authentic and traditional flavor.
The sausage is filled in natural pork casing and hand-tied according to tradition, then slowly smoked over cork oak wood, which imparts its unmistakable aroma and characteristic taste.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance: The exterior has a red, glossy appearance.
Consistency: Firm texture, with an intact casing well adhered to the dough. The interior is homogeneous and well blended, showing a marbled appearance with an even distribution of meat and fat pieces.
Shape: Horseshoe-shaped.
Color and Flavor: Distinctive and characteristic of the product.

PAIO ALENTEJANO

Product Description

Crafted from a careful selection of pork and spices, Paio Alentejano stands out not only for the quality of its ingredients but also for its traditional method of production. It undergoes a specific aging period and features a distinctive seasoning typical of the Alentejo region, ensuring a truly authentic and genuine flavor.
The sausage is filled in natural bovine casing and slowly smoked over firewood, which enriches it with its characteristic aroma and taste.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance: The exterior has a red, glossy appearance.
Consistency: Firm texture, with an intact casing well adhered to the dough. The interior is homogeneous and well blended, displaying a marbled appearance with a regular distribution of meat and fat pieces.
Shape: Cylindrical.
Color and Flavor: Distinctive and characteristic of the product.