The 10 best bars in the Algarve
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1Matt's Bar
1 saveAlbufeira
26 seasons and still the heartbeat of Albufeira's nightlife. Matt's Bar is the Algarve's most iconic bar, live DJs, themed parties, VIP areas, Sunset Parties…
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Edd's Beach
Ferragudo
A westward-facing beach club on Pintadinho beach in Ferragudo, with its own vineyard, cocktail bar, and the kind of sunset view that turns an afternoon plan…
- 3
The Wolf by Vale do Lobo
Vale do Lobo
Contemporary gastro-pub in the heart of Vale do Lobo's Praça, open daily with a terrace and live music.
British - 4
Kelly's Sports Bar
Praia da Luz
Sports bar on Praia da Luz's main strip since 2022, with big screens for the main fixtures, smash burgers and wings, and a Yorkshire pudding Sunday lunch.
British - 5
Rooftop AP Cabanas Pool Bar & Lounge
Cabanas de Tavira
Free-entry rooftop pool bar and lounge at AP Cabanas Beach & Nature resort, Cabanas de Tavira, with DJs and live music.
- 6
Cats Bar Vilamoura
Quarteira
Rock music bar on Vilamoura Marina since 2004, with flair bartending shows, happy hour and live sport.
- 7
Hole in One Pub
Vilamoura
Marina sports bar since 2007, co-owned by Luis Figo, with big-screen sport, nightly karaoke and cocktails.
- 8
O'Neills Irish Bar Vilamoura
Vilamoura
Long-running Irish bar on Vilamoura Marina: live music nightly, live sport, Sunday carvery and function bookings for weddings and parties.
BritishBurgersIrish - 9
The Star
Lagos
British run bar in Lagos old town for over 12 years, with Sunday karaoke, a Monday quiz night and some of the cheapest drinks in town.
British - 10
Melting Pot Classic Pub
Quinta do Lago
Oak-panelled English pub in Quinta Shopping with live sport, live music and a full range of draught ales.
British
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