We went for lunch. Magnificent view over the water. Lots of windows. The service was good…read more I had the stuffed chicken breast (cheese and ham). It was topped with a tartar sauce that I didn't care for, but easy enough to scrape off. It came with fries, which had good flavor, but were a little limp and not so warm. My husbands meal came with chips which were much better.

We were looking for a quick bite to eat. The place had a…read moregood ambiance. We were tree people all our food came cold. Including the French fries. The chips were loaded with oil and the Cod came under cooked. We will never be back.

Actually, the food here overall was very good. Why then an okay rating? Well the day decided to eat…read morehere service was extremely slow. Dinner from beginning to end took about two and a half hours?!? I arrived about 8:30pm and left at about 10pm. All of the food was good at this very popular spot in town. But the one standout was the breaded and deep-fried octopus.

I found this place after trying unsuccessfully to go to another place around the corner. The…read morestaff, the presentation and everything was good, but the food was just okay. I ordered the sirloin steak with regional sauce and it came with just fries so I ordered a side of sautéed veggies so my body would get some vitamins. The steak had really no flavor in it. Also the fries were limp and not crispy at all and lacked flavor. My side of sautéed veggies was basically boiled veggies with absolutely no flavor. It seems like no restaurants in Portugal serve veggies any other way than boiled which is really strange.

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!

When staying in this area there are limited choices of restaurants.  This one came recommended from…read moreour food tour and the hotel. The menu was an offering of solid local fare and the views, especially sunset, were great.  Sometimes a bad waiter can be a buzz kill and cause me to rate the food or total experience worse than i should. We ordered the cheese appetizer, thinking we were getting the soft cheese and not understanding there was a choice between soft and firm cheese.  The waiter didn't not ask us which one we wanted and brought the one we did not want but ate anyway - its cheese! We asked for the tuna to be medium rare and it came out well.  We had no chance to tell him because we could not flag him down.  The sides were standard but but overcooked.  The steak au pouvre was well cooked and tasty.   The manager seemed intent on running a tight ship and I let him know about the bad service and he took it seriously.  For that reason alone, I would suggest giving it another shot if you are in town

This restaurant is located near the Ocean Front. We sat at the top level, so we had a beautiful…read moreview of the Ocean. We started with a Fish Soup and as the daughter of a Fisherman, I can say that it was absolutely delicious (almost as good as my Father's). I also had the Filetes Dourados (Golden Fish Fillet) that was very tasty. Apparently, all locally sourced. The service was excellent, friendly and consistant, which we really appreciated. As a tourist or as a local, I think this place has a unique charm to enjoy a wonderful meal.

Excellent, excellent, excellent all around! We were looking for late night dinner (10pm) and…read moredecided to check out this restaurant next door to our hotel. They had a good menu and were able to accommodate us without a reservation. The staff were warm and friendly and great at answering all the questions we had. We had bread with the different spreads and a massive cheese plate, which weren't expecting and filled us up. Our entree consisted of octopus rice (seasoned extremely well) and the triggerfish with rice. All amazing food. Unfortunately, they don't offer to go plates, so plan accordingly so you can finish your food. I couldn't! Had no room whatsoever for dessert but definitely slept well that night.

My wife and I ate here with a pre-booked reservation on the night of the 29 December 2024. The…read moreatmosphere and the service were first rate. Food pricing is a little bit upscale, but that seems to be the trend in Ponta Delgada currently. We had a steak for two along with good wine and good dessert. Steak and seafood are generally the strengths of the Azores, and this restaurant has good options for both. I recommend it.

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

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.

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.

Rented an Airbnb nearby. Probably had 6 meals there. Overwhelmingly large menu. Great service and…read moreevery meal was spectacular.

Lobster roe and grilled squid on a skewer were the only good things about this place. Service was…read moreslow and the grilled limpets were so small compared to other seafood restaurants I've tried. Aside from the nice view, there isn't anything too special about this place. If you're looking for good seafood, there are plenty of other options in the area.