2 PASSOS
Praia do Ancão Apartado 3404 8135-905
Algarve
Portugal
Tel: +351 289 396435
35 - 45 Euros
Main: Seafood
Other: Grilled fish & meat
In existence since 1982 the restaurant is well known locally and internationally for its quality, sincere service, gastronomic value and its regional culture
A Marquesa
Barringtons
Vale do Lobo
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 396622 Fax: +351 289 396658
Lunch: 5 - 9 Euros
Dinner: 22 - 50 Euros
Main: International
Other: Bistro, Snacks range of delicious salads, soups and starters to get your taste buds tingling, include his speciality Tart of Tomatoes, with Smoked Ham and Marinated Pasta, the Carpaccio of thinly sliced Fillet with Salad, Parmesan and Pine Pits, the Salad of Stir Fried Prawns with Saffron or the Rich Garnished Soup of Crab and Shrimps.
The Main courses comprise a variety of meat, fish and poultry dishes, including the "Catch of the Day" Fresh Fish option, as well as the Duet of Fillet Steak and Veal Steak with a Red wine and Cinnamon Sauce and the Fillet of Salmon with a crust of Fine Herbs and a Sauce of Pinot Noir.
A Muralha
Rua Martin Moniz 41
Loule
8100
Tel: +351 289 412625 or 91 73 74633
12 - 30 Euros
Main: Portuguese cooking
Other: Grilled fish & meat, Tapas
Muralha , located below the Castelo at the bottom of the ancient town wall, is one of the real original restaurants in the bustling market town of Loule. This historical restaurant used to be a bakery and has lots of atmosphere. The restaurant features a lovely open fireplace. Outside seating for the spring and summer is set in an enclosed garden filled with banana trees, jasmine and lots of other lush flowers.
A Quinta
Rua Vale Formosa
Loule
8100
Tel: +351 289 393357
38 Euros
Main: International
With lovely views of the coast from Faro to Vilamoura, a lovely restaurant with a lively, young professional team. Located a short way up the old Loulé road from Almancil, be sure you do not miss this restaurant.
It is the business luncheon venue in the area, so booking in advance is essential.
The daily specials for lunch are great value, the setting great. For dinner the atmosphere is more intimate: try the Steamed fresh mussels with Coriander & white wine, Pan Roasted Assiette of Sea Fish With Thai Curry sauce: delicious.
Aldar Moroccan Restaurant
Praia da Falesia
Albufeira
8200-909
Tel: +351 289 500100 Fax: +351 289 501950
35 - 50 Euros
Main: Moroccan
Other: International
The Aldar is situated at the Sheraton Algarve, near Albufeira. The hotel has gone to great lengths to create an authentic Moroccan ambience, from the décor through to traditionally dressed waiters and the presentation of the food
You will be taken on a voyage of discovery through Moroccan cuisine and the unique flavours of Oriental herbs and spices. Try the selection of six cold starters and three deep fried "Briouates" with lamb, seafood and spinach. For dessert, the Mille-feuille with rice cream, strawberries, ice cream and almonds is highly recommended. And naturally there is the traditional mint tea.
Aquarelle
Pereiras de Almancil
Almancil
8135
25 - 30 Euros
Main: French Cuisine
The restaurant is situated on the road from Almancil to Vale do Lobo in an interesting, rustic-looking octagonal-shaped building, surrounded by beautiful shrubs and trees. The outside area is very tranquil and cool.
The air conditioned restaurant is delightfully decorated. Delicious French food is served in a friendly relaxed atmosphere. Full á la carte menu for dinner include specialities such as foie gras, maigret of duck, scallop shell lasagna. The home-made ice-creams are delicious.
Lunch time offers special limited "dishes of the day" which has made Aquarelle a popular venue also for business lunches. The special lunch time offer exists of a 2 course meal which can be enjoyed on the shady terrace or air-conditioned interior. Well worth a visit.
Arlequim
Barros De Almancil
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 356360
8-10 euros
Main: Pizzas
Other: Pastas
The new pizza restaurant in Almancil (opposite petrol station at entrance of Almancil). Easy parking and a must for all alike! Friendly service, conveniently open almost all day.
Chinese Gourmet Traditional Restaurant
Rua Casa do Povo no 18
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 356422
15 - 25 Euros
Main: Chinese
"China is a secretive country with many different types of arts and styles, including cooking. The combination of colour, taste and aroma are the elements of Chinese Cuisines. Chinese Gourmet Restaurant offers authentic Cantonese, Peking, Hong Kong and Szechuan styles to suit individuals, as the chefs twenty seven years experience has placed their cuisine into a new dimension." Chef / Owner Michael Sum has a rich experience in the catering business, including a wealth of experience which he gained in London.
This is a Chinese Restaurant with a difference, bringing the fine art of cooking and hospitality to your table. "Hakanene" style home cooking; one of the very few restaurants that caters for it, if not the only, in Portugal. House specialties "Braised in Clay Pots"; a must. Or try Crispy Lamb wrapped in lettuce with Hoi Sin as a starter, Steamed scallops (flown in from USA weekly) with Black Beans and Garlic followed by Braised Crab with ginger and Spring onion or Black Bean Sauce.
D 'Marcelo Argentine Steakhouse Grill
Rua Gill Eanes No.5
Quarteria
8125
Tel: 289 389 810 / 91 698 1045
30 euros
Main: Steakhouse
D'Marcelo's is the first authentic Argentinean restaurant in the Algarve. Under the watchful eye of Marcelo and Florentino you can be sure to be served the finest cuts of Argentinean beef in attractive and elegant surroundings. Paolo the head waiter, is both creative and professional, and very charming.
You are in for a very relaxing evening out. The covert is colourful and different from the normal in the Algarve. Try as starters: Provoleta-grilled cheese from Argentina - marvelous. The Argentinean pies are very tasty and crisp. A good idea is to order a few starters to share. The Parrilhada (2 persons) as a main dish is a divine selection of cuts of Argentinean beef and sausages, served with potato in the skin, and filled with cream. You might want to leave desserts to waiter Paolo to surprise you! The restaurant has an interesting wine selection to complement the excellent food.
Fernandos Hideaway
Rua Mestre Luis
Loja 13
Quarteira
8125-235
Tel: +351 289 315628
10-20 euros
Main: International
Other: Grilled fish & meat
If you love huge T-bone steaks, Fillet Steak, Stone Steak, Rump Steak, Sirloin Steak, you should nor miss out on Fernando's Hideaway in Quarteira. Fernando, who has lived in different countries abroad, is your friendly host / owner and will together with his staff do justice to his already excellent reputation. Yes, and once you have been you are bound to return again and again.
Flor da Ameixa Restaurant
Sitio: Lagos e Relvas-Alface
Faro
8000
Tel: +351 289 991116
8-12 euros
Main: Grilled fish & meat
Other: Portuguese cooking
Flor da Ameixa is a typical Portuguese Restaurant situated near Bordeira, just outside Estoi. Teresa and Vitor are well known for their friendly service and are popular amongst foreigners and locals alike.
The restaurant serves typical grilled dishes on the indoor grill, manned by Vitor. Dishes include the typical Chicken Piri Piri served with potato chips and salads, and Grilled fresh fish of the day, such as Sardines or Squid grilled Algarvian style. The Grilled pork and beef are also recommended. A selection of heavenly home made desserts is available. Flor da Ameixa is well known for good quality and value for money.
Forteleza da Luz
3 Rua da Igreja
Praia da Luz
Lagos
Tel: (+351) 282 789 926 Fax: (+351) 282 789 993
25 euros
Main: Continental
Other: Portuguese cooking, Seafood
Situated in a 16th Century Ford on a cliff overhanging the sea with magnificent views, it makes one feel that one is at "home" in a historic and magnificent "Baronial Hall". The interior is elegant and classic, just the place to listen to live Portuguese Classic Guitar music on Thursdays. The outside terrace is a delight. The walled in garden completes the picture.
The menu has been devised to include many of the interesting Portuguese dishes and includes a selection of the best fish available in the market daily. You will be impressed, "we guarantee it with our good name" to quote owner Brian. Vegetarians are catered for. A firm favourite is the Jazz Babeque lunch on Sundays. New Years Special is wonderfully romantic with live music to dance to.
Golfers Inn
Estrada Nacional 125
Almancil
8135
Tel: (+351) 289 395 725
Main: International
Other: Portuguese cooking, Seafood
Dinner: 30 - 35 euros
Situated in a beautifully restored Algarvian home (1880), the restaurant has a very warm and cosy atmosphere. Complete with different rooms to add to the intimacy and privacy. It also has two cosy log fires and is airconditioned. The outside terrace for the summer months is a delight.
The menu is varied. The lunch special is extremely good value for money with a choice between three "pratos do dias" (specials of the day) or if you wish you can make your choice from the Lunch Menu. The specials include dishes like: Codfish Farmers Style, Fried Fish with Alentejo¦s Bread Pudding. For dinner you could try the Seafood Casserole Timoneiro¦s Style, Roasted Beef Azorean Style or Secretos of Black Pork.
Henrique Leis
Vale Formoso Almancil
Loule
Algarve
8100
Tel: +351 289 393438
45 euros
Main: French Cuisine
This intimate Swiss chalet of Michelin star chef/owner, Henrique Leis, is the setting for innovative International/French cuisine. The atmosphere is relaxed but elegant. Cosy and warm for these upcoming rainy days with an open fireplace. The service is warm, friendly and discreet.
The food tastes just as good as it looks- and the presentation is marvellous - prepared with such care and an eye for detail. Try the Salad of Quails or Scallops and Langoustine starters, follow with Crispy Breast of Guinea Fowl Stuffed with wild Mushrooms and Pata Negra Ham
Indian King Palace
Vilamoura
8125
Tel: +351 289 389661
20 euros
Main: Indian
Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine? The Indian King Palace is the place for you. Not only will you be met by extremely friendly and efficient staff - but by the different exotic, irresistible aromas of all the different spices used. They specialize in dishes from Northern India, everything is top quality, from the meat used to their own special spices.
Extensive menu: Onion Bhajis, Chicken Tikka Masala, Tandoori King Prawns, Kheema Nan, to mention a few. All colourfully presented and flavours and textures complimenting each other, generous portions and absolutely delicious. Don't forget to leave room for their unbelievably tasty home made Mango Ice Cream accompanied by a glass of Port to round off a perfect meal in a relaxing atmosphere.
Irish & Co
Centro Commercial
Marina Vilamoura
Vilamoura
8125
Tel: +351 289 380154 Fax: +351 289 380962
10-20 euros
Main: International
"Come in, though my roof be thin and humble as my store you can always depend, you'll meet with a friend when you call at an Irishman's door", goes one of the sayings that greet you when entering this lovely all in wood restaurant / bar in the Marina. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, lovely wooden deck overlooking the Marina and lots of music; live entertainment 6 days a week!
On draught: Guinness, Kilkenny, Tetleys, Strongbow Cider, Carlsberg, Superbock. Fantastic cocktails on offer. Full Irish breakfast all day and full menu all day as from 11am to 1am. For lovers of beef, this is just the place with: Beef Stout as house speciality: Tenderloin Steak Sizzler with Guiness beer sauce. Also excellent, the Breast of Cavan Chicken, Stout Medallions, Jameson Steak (steak with Irish whisky, cream sauce). A good selection of snacks is available such as Brown Bread Smoked Salmon Sandwich, with cream sauce.
Joe's Place
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 392231
20-25 euros
Main: International
Other: Seafood
Joe and his family spent 24 years in Australia, during which, Joe worked as the head chef in the well known Doyle's Restaurant on the Sydney waterfront. With this kind of experience as a chef, you could not expect better personalized service on cooking than what Joe has to offer you.
If you fancy "real" cod fish and chips this is the place to visit, delicious with home made chili plum sauce, Australian style Butterfly Prawns & Paella with a difference are also served. Also one of the few places to serve mussels in white wine sauce, Lobster from Cuba on order.
La Cigale
Olhos d Aqua
Albufeira
8200
Tel: (+351) 289 501 637
20-35 euros
Main: Seafood
Other: Portuguese cooking
The Restaurant has one of the most beautiful locations next to the sea on the Algarvean Coast. In the words of the owner: "For all those who think a meal is part of life's pleasures, the RESTAURANT LA CIGALE is a world of marvel for unforgettable moments". And so it is, intimate and romantic for that special meeting of a life time.Take a stroll on the beach, just below the restaurant, before or after dinner.
Carlos, your charming and friendly host is there to welcome you. Your choice of fresh fish is marvellous: Maine lobster, King crab, Tiger prawns, Grilled red mullet, Sole "meunier" with almond and more: all fresh, or try: Tornedo American Style, Lamb cutlets with Mint sauce.
For both lunch and dinner LA CIGALE now offers free two-way transport within a radius of three kilometres( Açoteias, Balaia). La Cigale is situated right on the beach of the charming fisherman's village: Olhos d Aqua.
La Paella
Estrada de Vale D, Equas, 26
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 393874
25-35 euros
Main: Mediterranean
Other: Paella, Tapas
This picturesque tapas restaurant in Almansil is well worth a visit. After a day on the golf course or beach, the restaurant is close enough for an enjoyable evening out having tapas.
As you enter La Paella one is immediately faced with a colourful array of fresh tapas on display; very inviting indeed. The ambience is cosy, intimate and relaxed and for those rainy evenings there is a lovely big open fireplace. The open plan kitchen adjoining the restaurant makes for a homely atmosphere as you can see Chilli preparing her special dishes.
La Place
Vale do Lobo Praça
Vale do Lobo
Almancil
Tel: +351 289 353356
Main: French Cuisine
37 euros
La Place offers gourmet French cuisine in elegant surroundings with stunning views of the ocean from most tables. It is run by Moroccan-born chef, Maurice Belhaj and his wife Fatima, whose former restaurant in Paris became so popular it was reported in the international press and the Michelan Good Food Guide.
The menu offers a range of starters, meat and fish dishes and delicious desserts in traditional French style. There are Conomme of scallops, scampi and oysters, Pot-au-feu lobster of Bratagne in vegetable broth, Poultry of Bresse pie with morels mushrooms and créme brûlée with wild green tea to temp you into a gastronomic experience not to be forgotten.
Maharaja
Av. Da Marina-Aparthotel Olympus
Loja 20/30
Vilamoura
8125
Tel: +351 289 388894
25-30 euros
Main: Indian
One of the oldest established Indian restaurants in the Algarve and for sure one of the best in Vilamoura. Run by the same family for 19 years - Hassamo is your friendly host. The trade mark is æhome made tradition’!
There is a big choice of authentic dishes: genuine exotic food from 15 regions of India. A lovely choice of Starters, Chicken, Tandoori, Meat, Prawn and Vegatable dishes, not forgetting the Biryanis. Your staff is friendly and attentive, and dressed in traditional Indian manner. Children are catered for.
The ambience is warm and cosy. In the summer, take advantage of the air-conditioning and outside terrace. The restaurant is easy to find - just behind the Marina. If you fancy Indian cuisine whilst in Vilamoura, Maharaja is not to be missed.
Marrakech
Escanaxinas
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 356576 Fax: +351 289 356576
Main: Moroccan
40 euros
Rich in flavours and colours: combined with dried fruits, aromatic vegetables and spices. The recipes at Marrakech Restaurant have preserved the much respected tradition of the Arabs. Lalla Meriem, your hostess, receives you with her well-known friendliness: "This is a little bit of Marrakech that we would like to introduce you to", she simply announces.
A wonderful mixture of colours, drapes, lovely tiles, mosaic and iron, together with the comfortable seating, create an ambience full of mystique and soft luxury. Not only is the décor typical of Morocco, but also the whole team originates from Morocco, the belly dancers and last but not least the cuisine.
This gastronomic experience starts with the aperitif: a selection of dried nuts, followed by typical Moroccan soup and a fine selection of salads, all wonderfully displayed. Whether you choose the Almond with chicken Pastille or the meat tagine, the experience is one you will not easily forget. The choice of desserts and refreshing mint tea complete this gastronomic journey
Monte do Casal
Cerro do Lobo Estoi
Faro Algarve
8000-661
Tel: +351 289 991503
Fax: +351 289 991341 Email: montecasal@mail.telepac.pt
Main: French Cuisine
40 euros
The hotel is a beautiful old 18th Century country house offering a high degree of privacy with an emphasis on comfort and personal service in an atmosphere of total relaxation. The restaurant offers superb French cuisine to tempt even the most discerning. The Table d'hote and A la Carte menus have something to suit everyone, including various House Specialities.
For the first course try Medley of Salmon, Gravadlax, Smoked Swordfish, Carpaccio of Tuna and Smoked Salmon served with four sauces or Duo of Quail's eggs on Bubble and Squeak with Hollandaise sauce or Crab and Leek Croquettes with sauce á la Russe. For the main course there is Seafood "Monte do Casal" - Tiger Prawns, Langoustines, Prawns and Monkfish with the special Monte do Casal sauce; John Dorey set on a Roast Celeriac Mash with a Chive Butter Sauce; Shank of Lamb "Pot au feu" stuffed with Dates, Coriander and garlic on a bed of Roast Aubergine Caviar; and Fillet of Beef' 'Columbus' - Prime Fillet flambéed at your Table with Brandy, Cream, Tarragon and a hint of Mustard. To complete the meal we have a tempting Dessert menu which changes each day and includes flambeed dishes such as Crêpes Suzette or Strawberries flambéed at your table with licor Beirao.
In addition to the Table d'hote menu, which changes daily, there is a Vegetarian menu available and at lunchtimes we also offer a light luncheon menu. The quality of the dishes are complimented by the outstanding wines from the wine cellar. The Dessert menu includes flambé dishes and changes every day. There is excellent entertainment during the week featuring a variety of musicians including Eudoro Grade who plays classical guitar and is considered to be one of finest classical guitarists in Portugal.
O Licorne
Estrada de Albufeira
Olhos d'Aqua
Tel: +351 917 313207
25-30 euros
O Licorne, situated close to the Sheraton Algarve, is a little magical gem! The atmosphere is romantic and relaxed with friendly service. Hilde, the owner of this lovely restaurant is there to welcome you with warm hospitality.
The decor is very different and a lovely atmosphere is created with lots of lit candles and an open fire place. During the summer months dinner is also served on the outside terrace. The menu offers a range of fresh meat and fish dishes, vegetarian meals, and delicious homemade desserts.
O'Pescador
Praia da Falesia
Albufeira
8200-909
Tel: +351 289 500100
Fax: +351 289 501950
25-35 euros
Main: Seafood
Other: Snacks
This absolutely beautiful restaurant is situated at the Sheraton Algarve. The newly decorated restaurant has something to offer for everyone - guests and residents alike!
O'Pescador restaurant presents "al fresco" dining, offering the best of the sea including mouth watering specials such as: Crustacean Platter (Plateau de Fruits de Mer), Steamed Spider Crab or Atlantic Crab, or the most famous of all the Cataplana, in 3 different ways - delicious! The atmosphere is romantic and relaxed for that special evening out.
The restaurant is located next to the pool. Breakfast and light meals are served during the day, while an exquisite seafood menu is served for dinner (weather permitting).
Oceanos
Vale Verde
Almancil
8135
Tel: (+351) 289 396 865
30-35 euros
Main: International
Other: Seafood
Restaurant Oceanos: in a wonderful location with lovely outside terraces, elegant interior tastefully decorated. Separate Bar area features a closed fireplace. The place and ambience for those unforgettable moments. The staff is friendly and professional.
Oceanos serves the best fresh fish and live shellfish with an excellent international cuisine. As a starter you can try: Smoked duck breast with Watercrest salad, followed by Rolled Sole fillets with Vegetable Veloute or Chateaubriand.
Pasta Picasso
Rua Eng Duarte Pacheco 116
Loule
8100-571
Tel: +351 289 416034
25-30 euros
Main: Italian
Other: Grilled fish & meat, Seafood
Restaurant situated in unspoilt market town with country shops and large Saturday market. Well worth the 7 minute trip to picturesque Loulé. For Italian food lovers the best kept secret in Loulé is Pasta Picasso!
After a visit to the bustling Loulé, dine at the friendly Pasta Picasso restaurant with its wonderfully cosy, relaxed atmosphere, delightfully candlelit.
Jose & Jane offer superb pastas, delicious sauces, imaginative vegetarian dishes and sinful home made sweets. Try chef/owner Jose's famous peppered steak with mushroom sauce, fresh scallops with noisette butter and not to forget - Prawns piri-piri.
Pig & Whistle
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 395216
20-25 euros
Main: International
This doll like restaurant set in a typical Algarvean house is well worth a visit. The low beamed ceilings and odd shape of the walls create a special atmosphere for family or intimate dinners alike.
Try Breaded Brie & Cranberry Chutney followed by Panfried Calves Liver with Bacon, Mustard mashed Potato & Onion Gravy. For those who prefer the known whilst on holiday, do not miss the Pig & Whistle.
Rei dos Mares
Marina Plaza
Loja 18
Vilamoura
8125
Tel: +351 289 315162
15-25 euros
Main: Seafood
Rei dos Mares is a lovely small restaurant in the Marina of Vilamoura. Service with a smile in this warm, friendly restaurant. The ambience is relaxed; from the outside terrace you can watch the world go by while you enjoy some of the best Portuguese and International Cuisine.
The Chef's recommendations include such mouth-watering dishes as: Lobster in white beans for 2, Grilled King Prawns, different Cataplanas. Also available are a variety of meat dishes: steak in Mushroom sauce, Pepper fillet steak, not to forget the Grilled T-bone steak. Children are catered for.
Restaurant Gaya
Av. 5 de Outubro no 206/208
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 356525 Fax: +351 289 356526
Lunch: 10 Euros
Dinner: 35-40 Euros Cover incl
Main: International
Other: Fusion
Owned and hosted by former executive chef of Quinta do Lago Hotel, Vincenzo Perez and his wife Jessica, Restaurant Gaya is situated in the heart of Almancil. With their extensive experience, from the Far East to Lebanon, you are to be surprised with the creative and refined cuisine in an informal but elegant Bistro atmosphere. Works of artist Aurelio Bota Brazão are on permanent display.
The Lunch menu (2 course) changes daily and is excellent value for money. Price, quality and professional service is their motto. The menu changes with the seasons in order to make sure that you are served the freshest seasonal products from the local markets. Try the Guinea-fowl skewers "satay" style, Pumpkin chutney and seasonal salad with peanuts vinaigrette, followed by Lamb shank Ossobuco braised with orange on a risotto and rosemary pancake. Not to forget the sinful desserts!
Restaurant India
Escanchinos
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 395756
20-25 euros
Main: Indian
It serves excellent authentic Indian food. There are a variety of starters: all excellent. For the main course, the seafood dishes are a good choice: Prawn Korma (mild) or Prawn Masala and to add to that a choice of vegetables and rice are available. Not to be missed.
Restaurante Dinamarques
Rua Joao De Brito 5
Loule
8100
Tel: +351 289 411500
Main: Scandinavian
10-20 euros
A delightful, cosy restaurant set in the old part of historic Loulé. Loulé, famous for it's markets on Saturdays, harbour a few little secrets such as Restaurante Dinamarquês. Run by two friendly Danish restaurateurs this delightful little eatery offers traditional delicacies from Denmark. The walls are plastered with photos of stars of Danish stage and screen adding to the already artistic and cosy ambience.
Lunchtime specials feature a 3-course meal for 7.50 Euros, well worth a try. The menu for the evenings changes every week. Try the curried herring, meatballs and lamb rolls or the Fillet of sole with almonds and Beurre Blanc Sauce, served on "wild rose porcelain". A big variety of Danish open sandwiches is on offer which includes Andebryst med red salat: breast of duck thinly sliced with finely chopped cabbage, leek and beetroot. To complement these tasty sandwiches: beer & schnapps.
If you have never tried Danish food, Restaurante Dinamarquês should not be missed. The service is friendly and personal: for a dining experience with a difference this is a must.
Restaurante O Duarte
Olhos d'aqua
Albufeira
8200
Tel: +351 289 501292
6-10 euros
Main: Grilled fish & meat
Other: Regional COOKING
O Duarte is a traditional Portuguese restaurant in Olhos da Aqua. It has been run by the same family since 1969 and is currently run by José Martins. Fresh fish is bought daily from local fishermen and is on display for you to choose.
The ambience is friendly, cosy and reflects the nearby beach with the pedals on the arches in the walls. The portions are ample and the prices suit every pocket, providing real good value! Specialities include: Shrimps Rice (for 2 people), typical Cataplanas such as Fish Cataplana and Meat Cataplana, Grilled Squids, and Steak Duarte Style.
The restaurant is popular with locals and tourists alike. If you are looking for fresh fish from the Algarvian coast, typical cuisine and a cosy atmosphere, O Duarte is not to be missed. Homemade food is available by order. Groups are catered for.
Restaurante Van Gogh
EN-125, Maritenda
Boliqueime
8100-084
Tel: +351 289 360721
20-25 euros
Main: International
A beautifully converted farmhouse on the hills above Vilamoura with lovely country and sea views. The newly added conservatory creates an even more cosy, relaxed atmosphere for a relaxed dinner / night out. Susan, your outgoing and friendly hostess / owner, is there to meet you together with her young professional team.
Van Gogh is family friendly, with a large welcoming bar, ample parking, and not to forget the underfloor heating for winter. The menu is varied and vegetarians are catered for. Try Chef Boris' specialities: Scampi Soufflé with black noodles and Noilly-Prat sauce followed by: Marinated Pork tenderloin with Satay sauce, Nasi Goreng, baked banana and prawn cracker, White chocolate mousse with baked pineapple and raspberry sorbet ice-cream.
Rui Marisqueira
Rua do Comendador 27
Silves
Tel: +351 282 442 682 Fax: +351 282 445 682
20 euros
Seafood
Rui is the proud owner of "RUI Marisqueira" in Silves which he opened 26 years ago. Today Rui is well known through out the Algarve for its excellent fresh fish and live shellfish. Situated in the historic and picturesque town of Silves.
As you enter you will see a large choice of excellent seafood and shellfish (lovely big crab and lobsters!) in the aqaurium and vitrine. The full menu also includes Rui¦s Special Steak and every day there are different specials. Excellent Portuguese Cuisine. Often full, so go early. The prices are very reasonable and the service excellent.
Tarantino's
105 Quinta Shopping
Quinta do Lago
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 392395 Fax: +351 289 393969
30-40 euros
Main: Italian
Other: Asian, Fusion
Wendy and Joseph Tarantino have now opened their new authentic Italian Restaurant, in the exclusive Quinta Shopping complex, Quinta do Lago. It has always been a dream of theirs, since the time that that sold their UK Company, Bertie Shoes in 1990, that they would open their own exclusive Italian Restaurant, either in the UK or the Algarve, Portugal.
After many years of careful planning, Wendy and Joseph have found two excellent chefs from Milan, a wonderful working team, exquisite décor, the perfection, and not to mention of course the outstanding Italian Cuisine, that make Tarantino's the success that it already is: Italian cuisine with some Euro-Asian touches.
Tsuru
Quinta Do Lago
Buganvillia Plaza
Almancil
8135
Tel: +351 289 396751 Fax: +351 289 396755
35-40 euros
Main: Japanese
Sushi: the edible art: it takes years of training to master the highly respected art of a sushi chef... So therefore it is well worth trying a proper sushi prepared with fresh fish and vegetables, by a well trained sushi chef. The nutritional value alone, makes sushi a savoury and healthy alternative!
Words like sushi, noodles, tiger prawns, tempura, teri-yakki, or the famous teppan-yakki are very familiar to us! They tell you about our magic oriental flavours! The Gourmet's most famous "menu de degustation". Every Friday the Japanese buffet allows everyone to taste everything that we are able to cook in front of you.
Willie's Restaurante
Rua do Brasil 2
Vilamoura
8125
Tel: +351 289 380849
Main: International
40-50 euros
Willie's restaurant is ideally located in a beautiful residential area, close to Pinhal Golf Course, in Vilamoura with ample parking space. This air-conditioned restaurant is decorated in soft pastels of yellow, creating an atmosphere for elegant dining by candlelight. Lovely fresh flowers add to this already cosy, relaxed interior.
