I visited both of the tea factories on the island and compared to its bigger but more touristy…read moreneighbor, I very much preferred the intimate vibe at Cha Porto Formoso. Also, the view here is absolutely breathtaking! We were fortunate that the sky had just cleared up when we visited and there's nothing like overlooking the rows of tea field with the town and ocean as the backdrop. Overall, the visit took about 30 minutes. The tea was great and we had a great time here.

Chá Porto Formoso is a tea factory and museum. Porto Formoso is one of the two tea plantations in…read moreEurope grown for industrial purposes. The tea factory also serves as a museum, showcasting the history of tea production in the Azores islands. They offer a short guided tour that culminates in a tea tasting. The tour guide was a wonderful and knowledgeable young lady. The tea was fantastic. The factory's terrace has a spectacular view over the tea plantations and of the Porto Formoso town. Seriously, the view is insanely gorgeous. 5 stars.

Absolutely loved this hidden gem. Wonderful desserts, great wine, appetizers, and plenty of food…read more Service was beautiful and amazing. Indoor and outdoor seating. Find parking off site.

One of our first (and absolute best) random find on our getaway trip to Azores. Didn't know what to…read moreexpect driving into a shallow alleyway and parking alongside a residential looking garden, but found a huge outdoor patio amongst giant succulent plants, a rocky wall, and natural setting amongst happy birds. And I love tea! We never made it to the plantations but was happy to see ao many offerings from the local sources. We took our time sipping our aromatic teas, nomming at our simple sandwiches, crunching and chewing at the contrasting textures of our black pudding pineapple... and just felt the warm sun and heard the birds and felt present and at peace. This really help set the relaxing foundation for our next few days. Never have I been so thankful for a cafe to exist in exactly the way it was meant for me to experience.

Wow, the seafood stew here was so good and I can't stop thinking about it. The flavoring was…read moreperfect and I wanted a second plate. This place does get pretty busy, so try to make a reservation. It took me two tries to get to eat here!

Friendly and attentive service and absolutely delicious food. The outside tables get a nice breeze…read morefrom the ocean which makes this a great spot for brunch. The Eggs Benedict was one of the best I've had.

Burgers are amazing! Friendly service and quaint environment. Also a great selection of beers.read more

Nice atmosphere, great burgers! I would say one of the best I've ever had.The chocolate cake is…read moreamazing. Prices are more than reasonable. Staff is very nice and attentive. Worth the walk from the cruise ship. I'll be back next year.

My favorite meal on the entire island of Sao Miguel -- an elevated and unique yet highly affordable…read morefarm-to-fork dining experience! If there's only one meal that you must have while on the island, this is certainly the one... so if you're reading this, trust me and make a reservation now! When we arrived, we were handed a map and given the option to walk around and explore the farm either before or after our meal. If you're coming for a later dinner, I'd recommend walking around first so you can explore the farm grounds while the sun is still out. Such a fun way to get acquainted with the rustic charm of our surroundings to kick off the night! According to the owner, they are constantly changing up the menu so no matter how many times you visit, each time will be an entirely unique dining experience... so I won't go into too many details but our selection of the day included: pea soup, salad, fish, roasted duck, and finished off with a decadent chocolate pastry/sorbet combo. Each course was beautifully presented and tasted like a hearty homemade dish prepared with ingredients of the utmost freshness and quality. This was such a fun way to get a taste of local cuisine right from the source, and you can tell that this restaurant is a labor of love -- the owners and servers clearly take pride in the quality of ingredients in the way they walk you through each course in detail. Idk where else in the world you'd be able to find such a deliciously hearty and wholesome 6-course meal with farm-fresh, quality ingredients for 60 euros... if you do, please LMK but in the meantime do yourself the biggest favor and make this a priority while you're visiting Sao Miguel!

The menu was a surprise farm to table meal with 6 courses. All the food was the freshest used by…read morethe family. The dishes were artfully put together with many tasty ingredients. Each course tasted amazing. We did the wine pairing and all the types of wines served added to the flavors of the dish. Great presentation by the chef. We are outside during a rain storm and the weather further added to the ambiance of the meal. Servers were right on top of everything but they didn't push you to eat quickly and there was no rush. It actually was delightful to take our time and have a great family conversation. Both grandkids, 12 and 10 enjoyed each course. They were very willing to try the variety of the dishes served. The servers knew what was in each dish including the seasonings. Fabulous experience by the whole family. Highly recommend this family run restaurant.

We were initially reluctant to get breakfast here because the prices seemed inflated (~ American…read moreprices starting at around 15-18 € per dish) but at 10am, it was one of the few places in town open for brunch and their beautiful pastries caught my eye. We ordered the prosciutto sandwich and roasted vegetable omelette with goat cheese, both of which were incredibly fresh tasting and bursting with flavor. While both items were fantastic, what stood out to me was the delicious bread which was pillowy soft, chewy and was the perfect vehicle to soak up the farm fresh egg yolks on the sandwich and to pair with the goat cheese and herbal elements of the omelette. We also got a glass of orange, carrot and ginger juice which was freshly whipped up with the Zumex-style citrus juicer located inside the shop. To finish off our hearty breakfast, I got an almond and ginger tart to go that was simply amazing! The crust had just the right amount of crunch and the almond slices paired beautifully with the subtle ginger notes of the pastry~ 5/5 yumminess Both outdoor and indoor seating is available, but we opted for the latter to avoid the cigarette smoke from passersby plus you get the added bonus of watching their chef cook through the big glass window to their kitchen! The owner is an interesting chatty gentleman with very strong political views (the shop is decked out in Bitcoin propaganda) and he told us they maintain a strictly 2-person operation to ensure that the food is prepared up to their meticulous standards. Overall despite the higher-than-average prices, you cant go wrong with INTZ48 for a deliciously satisfying and filling brunch with very high quality and farm-to-fork ingredients. Sao Miguel is known worldwide for its fantastic bread and cheese and this is a great place to sample those together!

I think this is the best food I've had in Ponta Delgada. The service was great, the food was made…read morewith amazing ingredients and also just so delicious. I thought everything was reasonably priced. Will definitely return!