Top notch! My wife and I arrived 5 minutes after they opened for dinner without a reservation and…read moreit's a good thing we did as we were seated. The two parties that walked in right after us were not so lucky and were turned away. You can order off menu as well as from the catch of the day, which are all on display and were more than likely swimming that morning. The hostess, and I imagine also the owner, explained what each fresh catch was and how many of each were available. We chose barracuda from the fresh catch and it was perfection. From the menu we chose limpets (which is a local shellfish cooked in garlic and butter) and the fried mackerel, which was mind-blowingly amazing! A complementary shot of a local liqueur is provided post-meal and was a perfect end to a perfect dinner.

Highly recommend you make a reservation as many people got turned away at the door. Call them up or…read morehave the hotel call. The family is very proud of their restaurant and very welcoming and kind. Lots of fresh fish! Will remember this meal forever

Food was great! Steak was great for the price. MUST HAVE THE…read moreMARGARITA! Seriously so good! When I come back I will definitely be coming back This never posted from 2019

3.7/5. Lots of open tables when we came around 7pm but it did fill up as the night went on. I agree…read morewith the other reviewer with this place being more hip and trendy. They loved the Bob Marley songs and the service was just as friendly. 1. Cheese fondue dip - 3.8/5. My favorite dish with lots of cheese and bread which came in a bread bowl. Cheese was a good mix of bitter and tiny bit of salt. 2. Steak salad - 3/5. Overall nothing to write home about. It was good but not memorable. Overall, if you're visiting Ponta Delgada, this place is a good restaurant to spend a night at even if it's just one night.

This was a great find in close to the square where most tourists are. Although it's off to the…read morestreet so not that many people dined here. One thing to note is that their operating hours are not M-F. I've added a picture of their time so just make sure you if you want to eat here, that it's within their hours of operation. Their sangria was very good and not too strong. I ordered the grilled squid with garlic sauce. I posted a picture of it. They gave me alot of squid and even took out the cartilage to make it easier to consume. The taste was good and not too fishy. The food was great and not that expensive either. So glad we decided to come here.

Unfortunately for O Corisco, we had learned that in order to avoid getting gluttonously full, best…read moreto get several small plates to share rather than entrées. Thus I cannot attest to their full plates. But I can with their smaller ones, and each one is a winner. Every meal in the Azores will be preceded with bread and cheese. O Corisco's was the best we had. Most places do the typical mushy and bland queso fresco that gets old quickly. Here they provided us a plate of hard cheeses and tons of bread, which were so good we didn't leave a crumb on the plate. Their Caldo Verde soup with diced linguica is pretty darn good, as is their small place of fried linguica and mushrooms. The highlight here though is their little lounge area near the big-screen television. It's not just a restaurant, but also a place to chill. Beer is cheap too. What is not to like?

My husband & I came here 4 times during the week we spent on Sao Miguel. Wonderful friendly…read moreservice, a wide variety of food & local faire. Most places offer steak & seafood, but this place had a few more items on the menu than others. There are even indicators on the menu of items made with local ingredients. Photos of food (not stock photos, actual photos of what you receive). Outdoor patio seating. Highly recommended!

last night out in Ponta Delgada! it was another chilly night. and rainy. boo…read more.. we had walked by this place a few times. it's set among a row of other eateries by the waterfront, and is part of a shopping plaza. the previous few nights, the patio was full of people so we figured it must be pretty good. the meal started with the requisite bread basket. like most of the waterfront eateries, there are numerous fish options. but also plenty of meat and even some pasta dishes. our fish dishes were expertly cooked, and the portions are huge. if we weren't leaving the next day, we would have gotten a doggy bag it was so good. a big plus were the vegetables. i think this might have been the only place during our week long stay where we were served steamed vegetables...a little broccoli, a few carrots....service was very friendly and the language barrier was minimal. and to top it off, also one of the few places we ate during our week long stay that did NOT allow smoking inside! double the stars! but there is a street side patio, very lovely i'm sure on a warmer, less rainy day.

Amazing food, one of the best meals we've ever had. Definitely the best meal of our trip. We got a…read morebunch of different starters, my boyfriend raved about the beef tartar but that's not for me personally. We got the ribeye to share and it was delicious. Everything was seasoned/cooked perfectly. Their chocolate mousse dessert is also amazing! The atmosphere is also great, great aesthetic and it's overlooking the marina.

Decent pizza but quite big. I got the carbonara pizza and it was pretty good. Easy to get a seatread more

This restaurant is full of hype. It's a nice small intimate restaurant with an open kitchen. A sign…read moreshows out of the window for three years in a row (2022, 20223, and 2024) it has been noted for a recommended restaurant. And it was not surprising because at 6.32 pm the restaurant was filling up fast. I had the Chicken, Piri Piri, Basmati Rice, Cardamom and the dish was simple yet delicious. But I can't say it was extraordinary being a highly recommended restaurant for three years in a row. My husband had the Forkbeard Fish, Saffron Tempura, Salad, Cashew and definitely sounded "a must try dish" however the tempura crust wasn't flaky or crispy. The dish didn't catch on. Service was friendly and accommodating.

I have been here several times and make it a point to go back every time when on the island. The…read morespace is modern and minimal while the overall ambiance (music, lighting, etc.) further set the tone of a consistently elevated dining experience be it Ponta Delgada or anywhere else. I'll be back soon.

What a night! This was so much more than just dinner -- it…read morewas a complete Portuguese experience. Great food, a warm traditional atmosphere, good service, and an incredible live Fado performance that made the evening memorable. The grilled octopus was well prepared -- beautifully charred, tender, full of flavour and served with potatoes and onions soaking up all those delicious juices. Simple ingredients, prepared really well. The traditional sides were hearty and comforting, and we finished with a classic Portuguese flan -- smooth, creamy and covered in that beautiful caramel sauce. A perfect ending. But the live Fado music really brought everything together. The intimate room, Portuguese guitar and powerful vocals created an atmosphere you simply can't get from food alone. Great food + live music + Portuguese hospitality = an amazing evening.

Amazing food Service and Fado Music Please allow time to come to this place it is a total…read moreunexpected Surprise...

An absolutely unforgettable evening at Nacional in Ponta Delgada! The filletes de peixe were…read moreoutstanding -- perfectly fried in a light, crisp batter and served with delicious homemade tartar sauce that took them to another level. The bacalhau à Gomes de Sá was rich, flavorful, and the definition of comfort food done right. But the highlight of the night was José Carlos. His warmth, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of the menu made the experience unforgettable. Every suggestion was spot-on, and his pride in both the food and the service truly shined. If you're in Ponta Delgada, Nacional is a must-visit -- and when you go, tell them Guardanapos sent you! José Carlos will make sure your meal is one to remember!

Probably the worst service we have had on this island. The waiter was so condescending, ridiculous…read moreattitude, that kills everything, seems nice to others, maybe something against us being Asians I guess. I would never come back!

We were lucky enough to make it into Chandelier's New Years Eve celebration, and it was one for the…read morebooks. It was INCREDIBLE and probably some of the best service I have had in Europe. The food just kept coming with so many delicious items -- my favorite being the beef Wellington. The ambiance is also wonderful -- being somehow both cozy and hip. I think it would be a great date night spot.

Amazing cocktails and service. Apparently has only been open a few weeks. Came in for drinks and…read morefood looks amazing as well. Making reservations to come back tomorrow!

Such a gem for its small town feel and true seafood ambience!…read more You have to be careful that the fish soup is massive and really easily shared between 4 people! Pretty large portions s for everything. Good service on top of it all.

I wanted to share my experience at O Pescador in Rabo de Peixe, São Miguel, Azores, so other…read morevisitors can make informed decisions. From the moment we arrived, we received a great deal of attention and exceptional service. The owner recommended the fish dishes, and based on that recommendation, we each ordered one. When the bill arrived, we were shocked to see that we had been charged €40 per fish dish. The owner, who had been very attentive throughout the meal, disappeared when it was time to pay, leaving us with no opportunity to ask questions about the charges. My family has deep roots in São Miguel, and because we spent an entire month on the island, we had the opportunity to dine at many restaurants, including several that were much more upscale than O Pescador. After sharing our experience with local residents and staff at other restaurants, every person we spoke with told us that comparable fish dishes would typically cost no more than about €18 each. They all expressed surprise at what we had been charged. What made the experience even more disappointing is that the owners are from the United States. As fellow Americans, I couldn't help but wonder whether they assumed we wouldn't question the €40 price because those prices are more common in some U.S. restaurants. I have no way of knowing if that was the case, but it certainly crossed my mind after learning what the typical local prices are. I understand that restaurant prices can vary, but the difference between what we paid and what we were consistently told was the normal price was significant. It left us feeling taken advantage of and put a damper on an otherwise wonderful month in São Miguel. My advice to anyone dining there is to ask the price of any fish or daily specials before ordering if the price isn't clearly listed on the menu, even if the dish is recommended by the owner. I hope sharing my experience helps other visitors avoid the same disappointment.