Casa Nova is a fantastic restaurant in Albufeira, Portugal, on the Algarve. It is located in the…read morevery lively old town area, among a great many shops and restaurants and bars. We ordered the "Algarvian Cataplana," which had a lot of seafood and some very good pork. It was fantastic! To start, my wife had a sangria. The waiter recommended the rosé one, which was a surprise. He brought the sangria in a small pitcher and put the final touches (mixing in some mint) at the table, then poured her glass. We've had sangria all over Spain and Portugal, and this may be the best I've ever tasted (yes, she let me taste). The service was friendly, the pace relaxed, and the energy great. This is well worth finding.

we wanted someplace away from the noisy, busy streets with sports bars. Funny how we found this…read moreplace so close to our apartment and exactly what we wanted. The cataplana was delicious and so filling. We had never had this dish before but looking forward to making it when we get home. The service was fun and attentive. Very good place for you to try.

As we wandered around downtown at the Albufeira we decided on the beach basket as my wife had seen…read moreit from the beach below during the day. If you think ahead try to get reservations for a seat overlooking the beach from above, we didn't but we were lucky enough to be seated outside so those facing it have a nice view of the ocean, I was the odd man out, what a nice dad I think you're thinking. The service was good although the waiter felt that he had to tell some sort of joke every time he came to the table which wasn't bad but by the end you realized that he was trying to make a joke every time he came to the table. I had the grilled fish, I believe it was golden bream, it was amazing but who doesn't like grilled fish. My daughters shared the Cataplana which was a hit. My wife's polvo was really good and cooked very well. On the "would I go back metre"? Yes but not before I picked through some of the other restaurants around town

Super fresh and delicious grilled seafood! We got the grilled squid which was crunchy, sweet, and…read moredelicious. We also got the grilled sea bass which was tender and flakey. Everything was great.

the vibe and service were 11/10, so perfect and good. however, the food - especially for its price…read more- was a bit disappointing. our fish soup had lots of meat and our sea rice had a lot of clams but everything overall just tasted like bell peppers and i feel you can get much better, underwhelming for €80. if we had roasted potatoes in our sea rice maybe it would have been better but we didn't know that was an option until our server told us after we had gotten our food (tourist mistake i guess)

Family of five, first night in town. Great dinner! I had prawns one kid had steak an other mussels…read moreand another burrata. Son said it was the best steak he has ever had. We ate outside at the edge of the promenade. The kids loved the entertaining (Brazilian, Portuegese) acrobatic group, followed by the troubadour guitarist/ singer on the promenade. Host had immigrated to Portugal (fr outside EU) many years ago. We had a nice chat. Very friendly! Out of all my reviews I don't leave 5 stars often but we had a 5 star experience along with our excellent meal.

Delicious food . We ordered sea food jumbo prawns and fresh fish. Service was excellent . Ambiance…read moreis outdoor seating in the middle of the square. We loved the whole old town experience having lunch here.

Happy with the service, portions, and quality of food. Would visit again!!…read moreAttentive waiters and despite being busy, did not rush you out. It was a full restaurant and service was good. Lots of options in this area but we're happy we chose here!

With an amazing meal still nourishing my body and the memory of the hosts lingering in my mind I…read morewould say that this restaurant has risen to the very top of all my dining experiences in Portugal so far, but just days into my month long trip I don't want dine anyplace else. Nuno was channelling not only his Grandmother's spirit but ALL Grandmother's ... I only wish I could still have the opportunity to bring my Grandma here. The only problem is that I am staying an hour away and I wish there was a way to know what Grandma would serve us for Breakfast!!

This little restaurant is a gem. Our waitress spoke perfect English and was very patient. She did a…read moregreat job explaining the dishes and making recommendations. The decor is rustic, like grandmother's kitchen. Let me say, the food was all very fresh. We started with garlic bread and sautéed mushroom appetizers. They were both quickly devoured. There is an emphasis on fresh herbs in every dish. It children opted for chicken nuggets and fries (they could have had steak.... kids), which were probably the only things that were not freshly made. I have never ordered stew in a restaurant (that I can recall), but I was not disappointed. My wife ordered grilled tuna, served with an herb butter. The stew was delicious, simmered in brandy and herbs, with carrots, celery, and maybe leeks. The beef was tender. The tuna steak was delicious as well. We had house wine, so nothing spectacular. Our meal came in at 60€, out the door. For our American friends, that includes tip/service, two sodas, one bottle of water, three glasses of wine, for two adults and two children. Service is relaxed, meaning slow by American standards. You have to adjust your expectations of you are looking to just dine and dash. Our food orders came out in a reasonable amount of time and we did not feel rushed. Like most places in Portugal, we had multiple people waiting on us, in other words not one dedicated server. They were very friendly, attentive, and wanted to make sure we enjoyed everything. Just a couple tips. If you want outdoor seating, you must call for reservations. We did not and ate inside, which was fine. This was the best meal we have had in Portugal. This is comfort food at its best. We were made to feel very welcome. The prices were very reasonable. I hope to eat there again before we leave. Eat here, you won't be disappointed. Highly, highly recommended.

Dom Carlos is a gem! Only about 28 seats in this cute restaurant. Make a reso. The husband and wife…read moreteam run, cook and serve. Menu changes daily and is a standard 5 courses. The food was outstanding and the service was top notch. They cared about their customers and the food. It was a wonderful experience. Highly recommended!

Wonderful restaurant run by a husband/wife team. Great choices on the menu and good wine selectionread more

My wife and I were looking forward to a fresh tuna and swordfish dinner on the shore of Portugal. I…read morehad the swordfish and it was fishy smelling and hard. My wife had a tuna steak and it was also awful. While we were eating, we over heard others complaining about their food. Stay away from this place!

I have got to say. I'm not an easy person to impress but this restaurant did just that. I've never…read morebeen to a restaurant where everyone was so nice and helpful AND at the same time, where the food was amazing! If you're ever in the area where you're looking for top quality food at an affordable rate, fast and attentive service, stop by Três Palmeiras Restaurante. You will not be disappointed!