I did not know sardines can be that good!…read more * * * EXPERIENCE * * * It's not holiday season in late November so half the shops were closed and there weren't much options to eat, we decided to eat here after some beaches walking for the whole morning. We went in at around 12:30pm there was almost no one, but from 1pm it got pretty crowded with mainly Portuguese people. Staff was nice, they have menu with English, and price was good too! * * * FOOD * * * Vegetable Soup: A It's in between clear broth and creamy type, it's a cabbage driven soup with lots of fresh cabbage, I have not had such good cabbage soup in the past. Not too salty and they taste was just about right. Grilled Sardines: A It was really good! 8 euros for 5 sardines, the sardines were grilled perfectly and it's not very salty, the skin crunchiness was just about right, and the fish quality was super fresh. They also offered a bowl of salsa kind of things, sardines does have that taste that some people resist but the salsa acidity refreshed my taste buds right after, making me want to eat the sardines even more to balance it out. Excellent food, good quality and good price. I'm definitely a fan!

This restaurant is an excellent value. The sommelier helped us select the right wine for our meal…read moreand the server offered great suggestions. The almond pie is delicious. Truly enjoyed Vimar!!

Boneca Bar is a uniquely special spot, and the setting alone makes it worth the trip. no…read more Nestled within the natural rocky bay of Algar Seco near Carvoeiro, the location is genuinely breathtaking and unlike anything you are likely to come across elsewhere. It is the kind of place that sticks with you long after you leave. We stopped by just for ice cream and it did not disappoint, delicious and a perfect match for a warm day by the rocks. The staff were friendly and upbeat, which made the whole stop feel easy and enjoyable. One practical tip worth mentioning is that if you plan on taking your ice cream to go, finding a garbage can in the area is surprisingly difficult. Better to sit down and enjoy it there, which honestly is the right call anyway given the views.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This restaurant is AMAZING!!!!! The staff is positively amazing, the ambiance is magical and the…read morefood is delicious! There are dozens of stairs to get down to the restaurant, so it is not wheelchair accessible. It is literally at the end of the cliff, down by the water, tucked in between cliffs. Apple Maps let us down severely, giving us a location 3/4 mile away. The correct location is as far south on Estrada do Algar Seco as you can go. 10/10 would go back again and again.

What an amazing traditional Portuguese restaurant. Great wine great food great service. The shrimp…read moreappetizer in the garlic peppers and herbs was spicy buttery rich deliciously amazing. The octopus grilled definitely had complex textures tender charred grilled tentacles ends. It was great entree. The ribeye was another amazing entree the size portion was fantastic. Seasoned prepared as specified. Tender fatty but not as much as you'd usually expect also it was a boneless steak yet still it was so special. It gets packed Easily but they let you enjoy yourself not a rush to get you out. Wine great food great time with friends and family wonderful city. The fish soup was brothy with a combination of different fish pieces. The lamb chop was tender grilled medium. I do wish it was as seasoned as the ribeye but it was well worth it. The price point for 5 entrees will have you thinking it's not possible. They have fresh fish layed out as you enter.

Great spot in Carvoeiro. Got their early or else would have been turned away. Many people had to…read morereschedule after coming after 630. The food was great: bread, olives, cheese, polvo, Portuguese steak. So full and satisfying. Highly recommend if you're in the area but make a reservation for dinner time unless you like dining before 6

Really pretty restaurant decorated with old celebrity photos on the inside and then 2 nice outside…read moreeating areas- recommend sitting in the garden it has really pretty statues. -Ordered the burrata for an app- really fresh with HOT fresh bread, would totally recommend for a light appetizer. -We didn't want to buy a bottle of wine so we both ordered house glasses. House white was good and very similar to a dry Riesling. My mom loved her house rose. -I ordered the spaghetti bolognese for dinner. The pasta was cooked really well and the sauce was pretty good, wish it had more meat in it. I would try something different if I went again. -My mom got the linguini Michelangelo which she loved; prawns were cooked great. The service started off incredible. The entire waitstaff was very attentive to us and all took turns helping each table, however after it got busy we were kind of forgotten about. We had declined dessert and finished our meals and glasses and we just sat there for 20 minutes waiting for the check. Finally we got a servers attention and asked for it but she made us wait another 15 minutes while she bussed a 10-top table. I feel like she could have just quickly gotten our check to get us out of there since we had already been waiting so long but we finally could leave after about 30 minutes of sitting there with not even water.

My first time visiting Restaurante Villa Medici:…read more This Italian restaurant truly lives up to its slogan, "Pizza, Pasta e Amore!"--you can taste the love in every bite. The dishes are authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients that make each bite a delight. A wonderful spot for anyone looking to enjoy a warm, genuine Italian dining experience.

Everything here was extremely flavorful! They struggled a little with the meat temps, but that…read moreseems to be the thing here in Portugal. However, the service here was awesome and they gave great recommendations. The mood is very laid back but classy at the same time. The service staff was on point with everything at all points of the dining experience.

My wife and I hadcthe ribeye and filet with mushroom sauce. It was AWESOME. Followed up with and…read moreAMAZING Apple Crumble. If you are in town and want a steak, this is it.

This place is snuggled next to the cliffs. During the day foot traffic is heavy to the beach but at…read morenight the ambience is so romantic. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The food especially the fish is fresh and brought to the table. We had a few cocktails the charcuterie board and the Octopus. The octopus was by far the best I've ever had. Well worth a stop to enjoy this amazing hidden gem in the rocks

Amazing views, great food and friendly service. Have been coming yearly, the ambiance, food and…read moreservice just gets better each time.

The restaurant opens from 12-3pm for lunch, and 7-10pm for dinner. We arrived shortly before 7pm,…read moreand there was a line waiting already! The front of the restaurant is for take out customers, while the dining room is in the back. The waiter didn't give us any menu, because chargrilled chicken is all they serve! Not much choice for sides either - salads and fries, take it or leave it. No apologies. It's interesting to see big families having dinner here, hard to imagine, for an American, that they can all manage to be satisfied with the same dish, without some diet or preference in the way. As you can imagine, for a restaurant like this, they do one thing and do it really good. Tender chicken with a wonderful chargrilled flavor. My husband loves grilled chicken so this is like the 4th chicken place we visited on the trip, and this one is the clear winner. The fries and salad are just meh though.

Do one thing and do it well! Best peri peri chicken on our entire 2 week visit to Portugal. Arrive…read moreearly and prepare to wait but it's worth it.

Mar d'Fora is a wonderful restaurant we recently visited in the Algarve region of Portugal, and the…read morecity of Carvoeiro. The food was excellent, the wait staff was extremely attentive and the view is amazing. We had Fresh Seabass, which the staff prepared for us, table side, along with vegetables and starters that include prawns and oysters. Dessert included, home m-made coconut cream pie and chocolate mousse I would strongly recommend you visit Mar d'Fora!

Absolutely fantastic. Beautiful views. Outstanding service and the food was amazing. Everyone loved…read moretheir meals. Just a short walk up from the main city square. Would highly recommended as it was one of our favorites while we were there. You will not be disappointed. Make reservations in advance so you do not miss out!

Phenomenal service and excellent food! Our waiter was so kind and went above and beyond to give us…read morea good experience. The seafood was fresh, delicious, and at a great price. Cannot recommend more highly!!!!!

Fantastic restaurant! We were three hungry Americans looking for fresh, great food and landed at…read moreSansibar. You cannot go wrong with this restaurant. Very large menu. The rosemary chicken, the Seabass and truffle fries are unparalelled. The staff is extremely nice and cares about the food. If you are in the Algarve this place is a MUST!

Delicious food on the lunch menu. Great location overlooking the town and beach. The staff was…read morelovely.

Fresh seafood. Postcard quality view. What else can one ask for? We had lunch there and enjoyed…read moreevery moment of it. Staff was very friendly, everyone spoke English. Highly recommend.