Eat · Drink · Shop
Where the coast eats, drinks & shops
Restaurants, bars, cafés, markets and boutiques — the places locals actually go.
Fine Dining
A Quinta
Elevated international cooking on a south-facing terrace above Loule. Dinner only.
À TERRA (Octant Vila Monte)
Farm-to-table dining at a boutique farmhouse resort near Moncarapacho.
A Ver Tavira
One Michelin star above the rooftops of Tavira. Menus downstairs, a gastrobar upstairs for the smaller occasion.
Al Quimia (EPIC SANA Algarve)
Tasting-menu restaurant by chef Luis Mourao, listed in the Michelin guide.
Alameda
One Michelin star, new in the 2026 guide. Central Faro, small room, chef-led menus.
Amara Restaurant (Four Seasons Fairways)
Contemporary Portuguese cooking at Four Seasons Fairways, Quinta do Lago.
Bon Bon
One Michelin star and a Green Star for sourcing. Tasting menus in a round dining room, smart casual.
Casa do Campo
An 1884 farmhouse with its own organic garden. Mediterranean cooking, quiet setting.
Casa Velha
Classic fine dining in a historic quinta, with a serious wine cellar.
Check In Faro by Leonel Pereira
Twenty-six seats, dinner only, entirely chef-led. Book well ahead.
Don Alfonso
A restaurant and wine bar in the Pateos da Marina, evenings only.
Gusto by Heinz Beck (Conrad Algarve)
One Michelin star at the Conrad Algarve, under the direction of Heinz Beck.
Henrique Leis
Family-run fine dining above Almancil, French in spirit, with a view to the sea.
Memmo Baleeira (Fornaria)
A design hotel above the bay at Sagres, wood-fired cooking, Mediterranean plates.
Ocean (Vila Vita Parc)
Two Michelin stars at Vila Vita Parc. Modern Atlantic cooking above the cliffs — the occasion you dress up for.
Pequeno Mundo
French-leaning cooking in an old country house near Almancil. Listed in the Michelin guide.
Preceito (Palmares)
Fine dining at Palmares Ocean Living & Golf, above the Alvor estuary.
Restaurante dos Artistas
A reference address in the old town of Lagos, with a courtyard garden. Michelin listed.
The One Restaurant (Tivoli Carvoeiro)
An art deco room above the bay, chef Bruno Augusto. The wine list is the real reason to come.
Vila Joya
Two Michelin stars in a boutique hotel right above the water. Two seatings a day, nothing more.
Vista (Bela Vista Hotel & Spa)
One Michelin star in a 1918 palacete on the cliff at Praia da Rocha.
Vistas Rui Silvestre (Monte Rei)
Fine dining at Monte Rei Golf & Country Club, long a reference address in the eastern Algarve.
Fish & Seafood
A Ribeira Alvor
Three generations of fishermen, now in a modern room looking over the Alvor estuary.
Casa do Lago
Fish and shellfish directly on the Ria Formosa lagoon.
Casa do Polvo Santa Luzia
In the octopus village of the Algarve — tasquinha, deli and small producer in one.
Casa Modesta
An award-winning country house at the edge of the Ria Formosa, cooking what the tide gives.
Ferragudu's Terrace
Two brothers, a sharing menu, a deep wine list and a cocktail bar that extends the evening.
Marisqueira Sol e Mar
A shellfish house on the main avenue in Quarteira, open since 2000.
Olivalmar
An elevated fish and shellfish restaurant close to the beach at Armacao de Pera.
Restaurante 2 Passos
On stilts at Praia do Ancao, at the edge of the Ria Formosa. Michelin listed.
Restaurante A Lota
A marisqueira in the old quarter of Alvor, shellfish straight off this coast.
Restaurante A Ruína
Algarvian cooking on the fishermen's beach in Albufeira, terrace over the sand.
Restaurante Akvavit
A marina restaurant since 1990, with a deck on the water.
Restaurante aSagres
A family house near Praia do Tonel. Octopus rice and homemade desserts.
Restaurante D. Sebastião
A Lagos institution since 1979. Grilled fish and a serious cellar.
Restaurante La Cigale
Directly on the beach at Olhos de Agua — fish, shellfish, grill.
Restaurante O Patio
The oldest fish restaurant in Carvoeiro, on the beach square since 1964. No concept, just craft.
Restaurante Sueste
On the waterfront facing Portimao. Grilled fish by weight, terrace on the Arade.
Sem Espinhas
A restaurant group going back to the 1970s — beach houses and a town restaurant on the Guadiana.
Portuguese Kitchen
Bovino Steakhouse
A steakhouse in the resort with a rooftop bar and a Wine Spectator award.
Casa do Prego
Contemporary Portuguese cooking, tapas and pregos, with a roof terrace.
Don Carvoeiro
A family restaurant above the bay, the day's catch and a terrace facing the sea.
Fortaleza da Luz
A 1670 fortress with a sea-facing terrace and a jazz lunch on Sundays.
Jardim das Oliveiras
Mountain cooking in an olive grove above Monchique. Wood-oven roasts, rooms upstairs.
Rare Steakhouse
A steakhouse on the Praca Sul da Marina, outdoor tables and cocktails.
Recanto dos Mouros
Traditional cooking below the castle walls of Silves, game and fresh fish.
Restaurante 1692 (Pure Monchique)
A former casino with stained glass, now serving regional and contemporary plates.
Restaurante Aurora
Vitor Veloso's restaurant in central Loule, lunch and dinner.
Restaurante Bocage
A family house in the old town of Loule since 1984, Algarvian cooking.
Restaurante Fairways
On the Vilamoura marina since 1982, a terrace and a golfing crowd.
Restaurante Porches Velho
A rustic old wine house. Octopus, bacalhau, a terrace and space for groups.
Restaurante Portarade
A family house on the village square since 1991. Cataplana and a lunch menu locals measure others by.
Tasca Jota
Aged beef over charcoal, Portuguese tradition, vegan options too. Open since 2016.
Taste Restaurant
Tapas, fish and steaks in Carvoeiro, with vegan and gluten-free options.
Tertúlia Algarvia
Algarvian cooking in the old town of Faro, with a cookery school and catering.
Vila Adentro
A restaurant and museum inside the walled old town of Faro, with guided visits.
Beach & Resort
AP Cabanas Beach & Nature (Flor de Sal)
A quiet hotel at the edge of the Ria Formosa park, buffet restaurant.
AP Eva Senses Hotel (Harune, Adão)
Panorama restaurants and a rooftop cocktail bar above the Ria Formosa.
Evaristo
A beach restaurant and bar since 1986, Mediterranean cooking and events.
Golden Club Cabanas (Ria)
An aparthotel on the Ria Formosa with restaurants, bars and a beach area.
Hotel Vasco da Gama (A Barraquinha)
A beach hotel with two restaurants, one directly on the sand at Monte Gordo.
Julia's Beach Restaurant
A long-standing beach restaurant at Praia do Garrao, with service to the sunbed.
Martinhal Sagres (As Dunas, O Terraço)
A family resort on the Costa Vicentina with three restaurants and a Josper grill.
Pine Cliffs Resort
A luxury resort with several restaurants and its own culinary concierge.
Pousada Convento Tavira
A historic convent hotel in the centre, with restaurant and bar.
Purobeach Vilamoura
A beach club with pool, restaurant and live music at Tivoli Marina.
Q Beach
The beach club on Quinta do Lago's own stretch of sand, with a full restaurant.
Quinta dos Poetas Nature Hotel
Mediterranean cooking with fish from the market in Olhao.
Real Marina Hotel & Spa (Ria)
A five-star hotel with two restaurants facing the marina in Olhao.
Restaurante Rei das Praias
On Praia dos Caneiros since 1976. Fish, a rooftop and a beach bar that swallows an afternoon.
Restaurante Rocha da Palha
A restaurant and beach bar on the sand, Portuguese cooking.
The Magnolia Hotel Restaurant
The restaurant of the Magnolia boutique hotel inside the resort.
The Shack
An easy room by the lake — breakfast, burgers and sundowners.
Vale do Lobo Resort (Gastronomie)
The central resort address, running five restaurants and bars.
Vila Galé Albacora
An eco-hotel in the Ria Formosa, with tuna specialities on the menu.
Vila Galé Tavira
A four-star hotel in the centre of Tavira, buffet and a la carte, two bars.
Vila Vita Parc
A five-star resort with several restaurants, bars and a wine cellar.
Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve
A resort with five restaurants, including Coral in the Michelin guide.
International
Cin Cin Italia
An Italian kitchen on the Estrada Vale de Formoso, dinner service.
il Lamparo
An Italian on the marina since 2001 — pasta, pizza, risotto.
KOKO
Asian cooking and sushi beside the driving range.
Restaurante My Thai
Thai cooking in the marina centre, in a designed room.
UMAMI
Pan-Asian cooking and robatayaki near the lake.
VIVO Bistro (Four Seasons Fairways)
A bistro and cocktail lounge at Four Seasons Fairways.
Bars & Cafés
Acqua Bar
Gelateria, pizzeria and bar with a terrace above the beach.
Dano's Sports Bar & Restaurant
Live sport, burgers and a family programme in Quinta do Lago.
Mar d'Estórias
A concept store with a terrace bar and bistro, built around Portuguese makers.
Mare Restaurant
A roof terrace above the market hall in Lagos, harbour view, German-speaking owners.
NanoBrew Fuzeta
A brewpub with up to twenty-one of its own beers on tap, plus petiscos.
PURE
Clean cooking, breakfast and brunch at roundabout two in Quinta do Lago.
Restaurante Dom Henrique (Grupo ADM)
A restaurant and bar of Grupo ADM in the old town of Lagos.
Se7e Pedras Restaurante e Wine Bar
Traditional Portuguese cooking and a wine bar in central Faro.
Vila Vita Biergarten
A Bavarian beer garden with live music, summer barbecue and Oktoberfest.
Delicatessen
Wine Estates
Adega do Cantor (Vida Nova)
Shop sales at the estate. Visits and tastings are currently suspended for building work.
Arvad Wines
Tasting, a boat trip on the Arade, picnic, sunset and lunch options.
Cabrita Wines (Quinta da Vinha)
Visits, tastings, events and music evenings, plus a wine club.
Herdade Barranco do Vale
Visits, tastings, events, olive oil and a shop near Sao Bartolomeu de Messines.
Herdade dos Pimenteis
An estate open daily for tasting and direct sales.
Monte da Casteleja
An organic estate above Lagos — visits, tastings, guest house and shop.
Morgado do Quintão
A family estate dating to the 1800s. Tastings and a long table in the yard — also one of the finest event settings in the region.
Paxá Wines
A vineyard visit, tasting, wine shop and bookable experiences.
Quinta da Penina
A guided cellar visit with tasting, and an online shop.
Quinta da Tôr
Visits, tastings, a lounge, events and a wine shop in the hills above Loule.
Quinta do Barranco Longo
Visits, tastings and an online shop at one of the region's established estates.
Quinta do Francês
Guided visits with tasting, sharing plates and a wine shop above the Odelouca valley.
Quinta do Morgado da Torre
Direct sales at the estate, visits by appointment near Alvor.
Quinta dos Sentidos
A private walk through vineyard, cellar and garden.
Quinta dos Vales
An award-winning estate with a sculpture park. Tastings, fado evenings and events all year.
Quinta João Clara
Guided visits with tasting, harvest experiences and events in the adega.
Quinta Rosa
Organic natural wines and a vineyard tour with tasting.
Única - Adega Cooperativa do Algarve
The cooperative cellar of the Algarve. Direct sales, visits by arrangement.
Shopping
Algarve Gourmet
Delicatessen in Carvoeiro, Algarve. English spoken.
Garrafeira Baco
Wine merchant in Loulé, Algarve. English spoken.
Naturalgarve Garden Center
Garden centre in Almancil, Algarve. English spoken.
Origens
Origens is Ferragudo's finest destination for Algarve wines and regional products. Run by Luís Alberto, the village mayor, this curated shop celebrates the best of local producers — from single-quinta wines and regional olive oils to artisan preserves and traditional Algarvian crafts.
Q Garden Agroíris Viveiros
Garden centre in Odiáxere, Algarve. English and German spoken.
Supermercado Apolónia
Supermarket in Almancil, Algarve. English spoken.
Leisure
5emotions Algarve
Boat trips in Portimão, Algarve. English, French and Spanish spoken.
Algarve Outdoor Tours
Outdoor tours in Mexilhoeira Grande, Algarve. English, German and Dutch spoken.
Aquashow Park & Hotel
Water park in Quarteira, Algarve. English and Spanish spoken.
Bom Dia Boat Trips
Boat trips in Lagos, Algarve. English, German, French and Spanish spoken.
Dream Wave Algarve
Boat trips in Albufeira, Algarve. English and French spoken.
Ecomarine Algarve
Boat trips in Faro, Algarve. English spoken.
Pinetrees Riding Centre
Riding centre in Almancil, Algarve. English and German spoken.
QPA Horse Riding Centre
Riding centre in Bensafrim, Algarve. English spoken.
Slide & Splash
Water park in Estômbar, Algarve. English, French and Spanish spoken.
Tiffany's Riding Centre
Riding centre in Almádena, Algarve. English, German and French spoken.
Zoomarine Algarve
Theme park in Guia, Algarve. English and Spanish spoken.
Where to Stay
Almaverde Village & Spa
Holiday village in Burgau, Algarve. English spoken.
Tivoli Alvor Algarve Resort
Resort in Alvor, Algarve. English and German spoken.
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
Five-star hotel in Vilamoura, Algarve. English and German spoken.
Vila Valverde Design & Country Hotel
Country hotel in Praia da Luz, Algarve. English and German spoken.
Getting Around
Enjoy2Drive Rent a Car
Car hire in Faro, Algarve. English spoken.
Lagos Transfer Service
Airport transfers in Lagos, Algarve. English spoken.
Marina de Portimão
Marina in Portimão, Algarve. English spoken.
Masterkings Rent a Car
Car hire in Faro, Algarve. English spoken.