Bares no Algarve

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…

Contemporary gastro-pub in the heart of Vale do Lobo's Praça, open daily with a terrace and live music.

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

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.

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.

Rock music bar on Vilamoura Marina since 2004, with flair bartending shows, happy hour and live sport.

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…

Traditional English pub in the centre of Praia da Luz with sea-view terrace seating and a full draught beer list.

Marina sports bar since 2007, co-owned by Luis Figo, with big-screen sport, nightly karaoke and cocktails.

Free-entry rooftop pool bar and lounge at AP Cabanas Beach & Nature resort, Cabanas de Tavira, with DJs and live music.

Irish family pub and restaurant in Montechoro, Albufeira, trading since 1981, with GAA and rugby on flat screens, daily food specials and live music downstairs.

Long-running Irish bar on Vilamoura Marina: live music nightly, live sport, Sunday carvery and function bookings for weddings and parties.

Oak-panelled English pub in Quinta Shopping with live sport, live music and a full range of draught ales.

Irish owned bar and grill on Tavira's riverside esplanade: multiple HD screens for sport, weekly live music and a traditional Sunday roast from €14.50.

British style pub on the road between Burgau and Luz, with a pool, games room and three terraces, known for its Sunday roasts, live music and quiz nights.

Irish pub built in the heart of Alvor in 2004, with live music most nights, big screen GAA, football and rugby, and Guinness imported straight from Dublin.

Bistro bar and café serving snacks, meals and drinks with Irish and English pub style decor.

Irish bar in Almancil opposite the train station, sister venue to O'Neills Vilamoura, with live sport, karaoke, live music and a Sunday carvery.

Long-running British restaurant on The Strip in Albufeira, known for its Sunday roasts and Friday quiz nights.

Small Irish owned bar off Albufeira's Old Town square, with a weekend sports board, screens through the bar, and Guinness, San Miguel, Coors and Magners on tap.

Pirata Beach Bar is a beach bar on Meia Praia in Lagos serving oysters and cocktails, open every day.

Social gaming bar with cocktails, food, board games, karaoke, arcade and escape rooms.

Traditional Irish pub off Vilamoura marina, built as a recreation of an 1830s Dublin bar, with live music every evening and a sunny terrace.

Relaxed bistro bar with wine, cocktails and tapas in Armação de Pêra town centre.

British-owned pub in Albufeira's old town, run since 1991 and known locally for live sport.

The Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant serves traditional food and drinks with live sport and music, overlooking Lagos Marina.

Restaurant and bar at Olhão marina, serving lunch through late-night drinks with a terrace overlooking the Ria Formosa.

Premium rooftop bar in Albufeira with cocktails, shisha and sea views.

Family-run bar in Albufeira with live music, live sport, quiz nights, Fish Fridays and a Sunday BBQ buffet. Open daily.

Beachfront bar and restaurant at Vale do Olival Beach in Porches.

Joe’s Garage offers karaoke, beer pong, darts lanes and cocktails, open every day from 8:30pm to 2am, in Lagos.

Sports bar in Quarteira with a wide outdoor deck overlooking the sea, live music, a games room and daily happy hour.