Restaurants

Wok Algarve

All-you-can-eat Asian buffet in Vale de Paraíso: live wok and grill stations, sushi and desserts, one price for the table. Free parking, great for families.

La Bella Fiore

Italian ristorante, pizzeria and lounge bar at Vila Sol Plaza, Quarteira, with a terrace over the golf course and live music.

Tribulum Algarve

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Chef Jonnie Pratt's seasonal European cooking in Almancil: legendary Sunday roast, EUR 18.50 weekday lunch and the Green Zebra cocktail bar.

ZAZOO Family Restaurant

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The Algarve's family gastro pub where kids play, parents stay, and everyone enjoys great food, drinks and unforgettable moments.

Izzy's Beach Restaurant

A legendary beachside destination famous for its relaxed vibe, panoramic ocean views, and lively weekend sessions.

Vai e Volta

All-you-can-eat grilled fish rodizio in Olhao, family run since 2001, EUR 20 per adult, lunch only.

Akvavit

Family-run Portuguese restaurant on Vilamoura Marina since 1990, serving fresh fish, seafood and traditional dishes from a marina-front deck and bar.

Eattico

Italian street-fish in central Lagos: fish sandwiches, seafood tapas and paranza-style fried fish, all in the Italian coastal tradition.

Central Planet Grill & Cocktail Bar

Grill and cocktail bar at the entrance of Albufeira old town, with live music, big-screen sports and a sunny terrace.

Loki Restaurante

A very small chef-led fine dining restaurant in Portimão. Chef João Marreiros serves one surprise tasting menu, highly seasonal, built around extremely local…

Gigi's

Beachside wooden restaurant on the dunes at Quinta do Lago, open daily 10am to 5pm overlooking the Ria Formosa lagoon.

Austa

A culinary community connected to the land. Austa celebrates the seasons with a daily-shifting menu of locally sourced plates, specialty coffee, and a curated…

Julias Restaurant

The beach bar that started it all. For more than 40 years, Julia's has defined the Algarve beach lifestyle with its iconic ocean views, legendary live music…

AllGarbe

Long-running Portimão restaurant building a serious reputation around modern Portuguese seafood, daily-changing fish from the local lota, careful Algarvian…

Restaurante Dos Artistas

Contemporary Algarve cuisine in a 250 year old building in the historic centre of Lagos, led by Head Chef Robson Otto Reiter.

Aurora by Vitor Veloso

Contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Loulé old town from chef Vitor Veloso, formerly of the Ritz London and Viajante.

Poke House

International poke bowl chain with build-your-own bowls and salads; Algarve flagship at Forum Algarve, Faro, plus two more Algarve restaurants.

Indian Oven Vilamoura

Indian restaurant on Vilamoura Marina serving tandoori specialities, fresh naan, curries and biryanis, with vegetarian and vegan options and terrace views.

Cá da Terra

Traditional Portuguese fish restaurant on the Quarteira seafront, specialising in fresh fish and seafood rice dishes.

O Tonel

Small Mediterranean restaurant on a side street in Tavira, open evenings, known for octopus, lamb shank and tuna steak.

MoTAO Vilamoura

Pan-Asian dining and nightlife venue on Vilamoura marina from the Fullest Group, open nightly from 19:00 with DJs and TheFork booking.

Oliwander's

Restaurant, gastrobar and rooftop in Loulé's old town, with upcycled decor, a nod to Harry Potter, and tapas, mains and cocktails until midnight.

Brasa Coastal Steakhouse

New signature steakhouse at the Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve, serving charcoal-grilled prime cuts and Algarve-inspired seafood since January 2026.

Come na Gaveta - GastroBar

Tavira gastrobar serving Portuguese-inspired tapas and cocktails, with a seasonal outpost, Come na Ilha, on Ilha de Tavira.

Rare Steakhouse

Argentinian charcoal-grill steakhouse on Vilamoura marina's south plaza, open daily 17:00-23:00 with online table booking and marina-front seating.

NANA on the Beach

Beachfront Mediterranean restaurant at Armação Beach Club, run by VILA VITA Parc, with a Greek-inspired menu overlooking the sea.

Vitaminas

Portuguese healthy-eating chain of salads, soups and juices; Algarve flagship at AlgarveShopping, Guia, plus two more Algarve restaurants.

A Mesa Tavira

Michelin Guide restaurant in central Tavira from chef Joao Dias, pairing sustainability with refined Portuguese cooking.

Ria Formosa Restaurant

Fine-dining rooftop restaurant at Hotel Faro, with views over the Ria Formosa, a breakfast buffet and a menu of fresh national and seasonal produce.

Borda d'Agua

Beachfront bar and restaurant on Praia da Fuseta, a Blue Flag beach on the Ria Formosa near Olhão.

O Pescador

Beachfront restaurant at Praia da Alagoa in Altura, Mediterranean and Portuguese home cooking a short walk from the sand.

Maria's Restaurant & Beach

Beachfront restaurant, rooftop bar and beach club on Praia do Garrao between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, over 30 years running.

TAVONT

Grilled fish restaurant on the Manta Rota road, highly rated for tuna ceviche and whole sea bass, closed Mondays.

Willie's Restaurante

Vilamoura's benchmark fine-dining address, run by chef Willie Wurger, who earned the Algarve's first Michelin star and held his own from 2006 to 2019.

Thai Beach Club

Thai restaurant and beach club on Praia da Rocha Baixinha near Quarteira and Vilamoura, open daily with a golfers' menu and group events.

Authentic Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant near Quinta do Lago in Almancil, pairing Portuguese and international cuisine with a curated wine list and OpenTable reservations.

BJ's Oceanside

Beach restaurant and bar on Praia do Almargem near Quarteira, run by Becks and Jay since 2009, with live music on selected dates.

Buzios Beach Club

Seaside restaurant and bar on Praia de Vilamoura from the Dom Pedro group, with beach-tent food and drink service to your sunbed.

O Antonio

Traditional and gourmet Portuguese cooking in Moncarapacho, reviewed by The Portugal News, open lunch and dinner Monday to Friday.

Rooftop Nomad Restaurant & Bar

Rooftop restaurant and bar at AP Maria Nova Lounge Hotel in Tavira, with fine dining, cocktails and 360-degree views over the city.

Alxama

Steakhouse and butcher shop in Quarteira since 2017, grilling dry-aged beef and Wagyu A5 over natural pine wood, with garden terrace and EV charging.

Restaurante Vintage

Family-run Portuguese and European restaurant in Almancil, opened in 2022, with rustic vintage decor and dishes such as duck and octopus.

Haven Restaurante

Marina-front restaurant in Vilamoura rated 4.6 stars, pairing Portuguese and international dishes with online booking and gift cards.

Tapas e Lendas

Tapas and petiscos bar near Olhao's market, mixing Portuguese, Spanish and Argentinian small plates with occasional live music nights.

Mar Salgado

Beachfront restaurant on the Monte Gordo boardwalk, named after Fernando Pessoa's poetry, grilled fish steps from the sand.

Ocean Restaurant (Vila Vita Parc)

Two Michelin-starred fine dining inside Vila Vita Parc in Porches, led by chef Hans Neuner since 2007.

Rei do Churrasco

Madeiran-style charcoal grill restaurant and takeaway in Quarteira, known for grilled chicken, espetada and homemade poncha.

Sabores da Ria

Seafront seafood restaurant on the Cabanas de Tavira promenade, looking over the Ria Formosa lagoon.

O Barradas

Traditional Portuguese restaurant near Silves amid orange groves, sourcing regional ingredients, closed Wednesdays.

Mughal Clay Indian Restaurant

Family-run Indian restaurant on Vilamoura marina, part of a six-restaurant Algarve group founded in Albufeira in 2004, with curries and tandoori dishes.

La Cigale

Portuguese seafood and meat restaurant located on the beach at Olhos de Água with views of the natural bay.

KFC

Fried chicken freshly breaded in-restaurant every day, with ten Algarve locations from Faro to Tavira.

Restaurante Dois Irmaos

Faro's oldest restaurant, trading since 1925 in the old town, serving traditional Algarve seafood, cataplanas and fresh fish.

Restaurante Ramires

Since 1964, Restaurante Ramires in Guia has grilled piri-piri chicken over charcoal using founder Jose Ramires' original recipe. €15-20pp, seats 80.

Burger King

Home of the flame-grilled Whopper, serving Portugal since 1954, with restaurants across Faro, Albufeira and Portimao.

NUMA Restaurante

Michelin-listed Portimao restaurant by chef Nuno Martins, author-driven cuisine built on regional Portuguese produce.

Restaurante Luar da Fóia

Mountain restaurant on the road up to Foia, near Monchique, 36 years trading, known for black pork and daily changing traditional dishes.

La Piazza

Open-air pizzeria and family-friendly sports bar in Vale do Lobo's central square, with wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and a children's play area.

Casa Velha

Fine-dining restaurant at Quinta do Lago serving a sharing menu of Portuguese petiscos with a contemporary twist.

Vista Restaurante

1 Michelin star fine dining at the historic Bela Vista Hotel in Praia da Rocha, led by chef Joao Oliveira.

Sandbanks Beach Restaurant

Beachfront fish and seafood restaurant on Vale do Lobo beach, open daily from breakfast to dinner, with a rooftop terrace and summer live music.

H3

Portuguese gourmet burger chain (200g pure beef, grilled to order); Algarve flagship at Forum Algarve, Faro, plus four more Algarve restaurants.

Caniço

Cliffside Mediterranean seafood restaurant and bar on Praia dos Três Irmãos in Alvor, with online booking and event hire.

Il Vero Italian Kitchen & Bar

Italian Kitchen & Bar inside Quinta do Lago resort, Almancil, with cocktails, wine and pizza overlooking the golf course.

CaféZique

Contemporary fine-dining restaurant and enoteca in Loulé's historic centre, recommended by the Michelin Guide and Repsol Guide 2026.

Henrique Leis

Fine-dining restaurant near Quinta do Lago, opened 1993 by chef Henrique Leis, held a Michelin star for 19 years (2000-2019).

McDonald's

The world's biggest fast-food chain, in Portugal since 1991, with restaurants and drive-thrus across the Algarve.

Tertulia Algarvia

Restaurant and cultural venue in a restored villa in Vila-Adentro, Faro's old town, open since 2013 with cataplana, showcookings and workshops.

Casa do Lago

Lakeside seafood restaurant at Quinta do Lago resort, open daily with online booking, six menus and seasonal events.

Bossa Tavira

Italian-Brazilian fusion restaurant on Rua da Liberdade in Tavira, built around Atlantic fish and seasonal local produce.

Pepper's Steakhouse

Marina-view steakhouse at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura since 2009, reached by a panoramic elevator, with a 300-plus bottle wine cellar and dry-aged cuts.

Restaurante Evaristo

Family-run seafood grill on Praia do Evaristo near Albufeira since 1986, guests choose their own fish and seafood.

Humberto's Restaurante

Seafront restaurant on the Praia da Rocha promenade known for grilled steak, cataplanas and fresh seafood.

Recanto dos Mouros

Traditional Algarve restaurant behind Silves castle, with garden, playground and a private dining room for groups.

Ferragudu's Terrace

Sharing-plates gastrobar in Ferragudo run by two local brothers, pairing seafood-led food with cocktails and a wine cellar.

Mesa Farta

Chef Joao Viegas's Tavira restaurant, a Michelin Guide and Repsol Guide pick built on Portuguese produce and technique.

Restaurante Bica Velha

Family-run restaurant in a 16th-century building in Loulé's old town, trading since 1980 with a daily-changing menu.

CHECKin by Leonel Pereira

Fine dining restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Leonel Pereira serving dinner in an intimate 26-seat dining room.

Gaspacho & Migas

Algarve and Alentejo cuisine in Lagoa town from chef Ivo Braz, a five-time TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice winner.

Bovino Steakhouse

Designer steakhouse and rooftop lounge at Quinta do Lago, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2025.

PTM Downtown Brunch & Cocktails

All-day brunch and cocktail spot in central Portimão, with vegetarian and vegan options in a plant-filled, modern space.

Cletonina

Praia da Rocha seafront restaurant since 1986, Portuguese, Italian and international dishes with a wine bar.

Alameda

Michelin-starred fine dining in Faro blending traditional and contemporary Algarve techniques, open Thursday to Monday for dinner.

Laranjal (Octant Vila Monte)

Farmhouse-estate restaurant at Octant Vila Monte, Moncarapacho, chef-led seasonal Algarve cooking around an orange-tree courtyard.

Sem Espinhas Guadiana

Riverfront outpost of the Sem Espinhas group in a restored Pombaline manor on the Guadiana, fresh fish and a serious wine list.

Restaurante Sueste

Sueste Restaurante has served fresh fish and seafood in Ferragudo since 1990, reachable by boat from Portimao Marina. Open daily 12:00-22:00.

Vistas (Monte Rei Golf & Country Club)

Destination restaurant at Monte Rei Golf & Country Club, now led by chef Andre Simao with a single tasting menu.

Well - Restaurant & Beach Club

Beachfront restaurant and beach club at Vale do Lobo Praça since 2021, serving sushi, wagyu and Portuguese dishes around a Bali-style pool.

Restaurante Churrasqueira de Almancil

Family-run Almancil churrasqueira grilling meat and fresh fish over charcoal in full view of diners, with home delivery and takeaway.

Avenida Restaurante

Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant inside Lagos Avenida Hotel, overlooking the marina, with globally inspired cuisine from local produce.

Eduardo's Paradise

Long-running beachfront restaurant at Vale do Garrão near Almancil, known for fresh seafood and panoramic sea views.

Bon Bon

One Michelin star between Carvoeiro and Lagoa, chef Jose Lopes cooking a contemporary take on Algarvian tradition.

Adão Bistro Bar

Bistro bar inside AP Eva Senses Hotel in Faro, with Portuguese sharing plates by Chef Alberto Carvalho and views over Faro Marina.

Vila Joya

Two Michelin-starred restaurant at the Vila Joya boutique hotel in Gale, Albufeira, chef Dieter Koschina since 1991.

Encantus Pizzeria

Artisanal wood-fired pizzeria in Quarteira led by award-winning pizzaiolo Daniel Batista, blending authentic Italian technique with gastronomic touches.

Harune

Rooftop restaurant at the AP Eva Senses hotel in Faro, led by chef Alberto Carvalho, with terrace views over the Ria Formosa.

Rocha da Palha

Beachfront seafood restaurant in Armacao de Pera, 30+ years trading, cataplanas and grilled fish on a terrace over the sand.

Club Nau

Beach club and restaurant on Praia Grande in Ferragudo, with grilled food, a Japanese sushi corner, cocktails and live music.

Pizzeria Casavostra

The Algarve's premier Italian restaurant in Almancil since 2003, known for thin-crust pizza, homemade pasta and wood-fired dishes.

Amara

Amara is the Four Seasons Fairways restaurant in Quinta do Lago, serving contemporary cuisine with a Portuguese influence, led by chef Nelson Candeias.

Botânico

Wood-fired grill restaurant in Quinta do Lago with an open-fire dining room, terrace and Drinks Garden, serving fresh fish, meat and seafood.

Bamboo Rooftop Olhão

Rooftop Asian fusion restaurant and sushi bar above Olhão's new marina, with unrivalled Ria Formosa views and a cocktail bar with mixologists.

Restaurante Associação Naval do Guadiana

Riverside restaurant at the Guadiana Naval Association's marina clubhouse in VRSA, rooftop bar and river views over the port.

Bella Rosa

Family-run Italian pizzeria in Almancil with a wood-fired oven and garden terrace, serving pizza, pasta and grilled dishes.

Limoni Italian Gourmet

Italian gourmet restaurant in Quinta do Lago led by chef Sandro Passarielo, Amalfi-inspired menu, closed Sundays.

Pizza Hut

The home of the original Pan Pizza since 1958, with restaurants at Algarve Shopping, Albufeira Terrace and Aqua Portimao.

Restaurante do Fim do Mundo

Rustic riverside restaurant in Ferragudo overlooking the Arade river, known for cataplana and grilled fish.

O Marinheiro

Restaurant and cocktail bar near Praia da Coelha since 1995, serving contemporary Mediterranean dinners Monday to Saturday with a Portuguese wine cellar.

A Casa do Avô

Traditional Portuguese restaurant in a rustic village setting near Guia, Albufeira, with black pork, Ria Formosa bivalves and a terrace.

The Hut

A beachfront bar and eaterie in Quarteira with breakfast, vegetarian/vegan options, Sunday roasts and evening cocktails. Open daily except Mondays from 9am.

U&Co.

Mediterranean restaurant on Vale do Lobo beachfront, serving sunset dinners, cocktails and sharing plates on Avenida do Mar.

A Ver Tavira

Michelin-starred fine dining beside Tavira castle, run by chef Luis Brito and sommelier Claudia Abrantes.

Alambique

Restaurant on the Vale do Lobo to Quinta do Lago road, Almancil, open nightly 18:30 to midnight.

11 da Villa

Bistro bar and tapas restaurant in the historic centre of Loulé, serving world food to share, craft beer and wine, with live music and a rooftop terrace.

O Lourenço

Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Salema village, open Monday to Saturday, no reservations needed, just walk in.

Restaurante Bar Casa da Fonte

Family restaurant and bar in Albufeira's historic centre serving Algarve classics, from fish cataplana to lamb stew, with a fully priced menu online.

Restaurante F

Michelin Guide recommended dining on a glass terrace over Praia da Rocha, serving Portuguese cuisine with a modern touch.

Vila Adentro

Vila Adentro is a restaurant in Faro's old town built over Moorish tunnels, a Roman well and a 15th-century house, with guided tours included.

GUSTO by Heinz Beck

Michelin-starred Mediterranean dining at the Conrad Algarve, tasting menus by three-star chef Heinz Beck.