Located in Ribeirinha, just a couple of miles away from Ribeira Grande, this little restaurant is…read moreprobably one of the best restaurants (if not THE best) on the island of Sao Miguel. Offering traditional food, yet with innovative and sophisticated elements, you can get truly excellent food made of high-quality produce for not much money in a pleasant atmosphere. The presentation of the meals is very nice, the service impeccable - but a bit slow, as everywhere on the island where food is prepared freshly and not simply defrosted. The wine menu is overwhelming, and there is a great flexibility when it comes to ordering wine: often the waiters are willing to open a bottle and charge you only for what you drank from it. (make sure you ask before). We can definitely recommend this restaurant. Coming from Ponta Delgada, make sure you visit the Caldeira Velha thermal pool on your way.

I wish I could remember the names of the drinks but they were all great! This little bar is a total…read morevibe in the heart of Ponta Delgada. If you're looking for an intimate spot to enjoy a convo with a date or friends, this is your spot!

Great cocktail bar with staff that are kind, passionate about service, and spoke excellent English…read more This cocktail bar exists on a street in the small 'art district' of the city, with some lovely other spots around. It specializes in cocktails. The place has dim mood lighting, and has a chic, speakeasy vibe to it. I tried the Ucayali cocktail and it was refreshing and tasty. The presentation was superb. Bathrooms: Clean and functional.

I really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant. We were a bit jetlagged, so this was our first…read moredestination and meal, and we were very pleasantly surprised. We ordered skirt steak, a glass of wine, and fries per person. It was absolutely delicious. They mentioned the steak with the local cheese would be strong, but it was just delicious, haha. Lastly, I had a wonderful conversation with the bartender, and he gave us complimentary glasses of the local liqueur. It was wonderful!

I was admittedly hesitant to try this place given the mixed reviews about service and steak…read morequality, but happy we gave it a shot! Located in Ribeira Grande, the restaurant is run by a local agricultural society supporting farmers and showcasing regionally sourced Azorean beef, widely recognized as some of the most tender on the island. While it wasn't the very best steak I've ever had, it was still a pretty enjoyable meal, and I left satisfied and full. Veal Medallions: my favorite dish of the night -- flamed in an addictive pineapple-cognac sauce and served with mixed veggies and fries. this sauce was so good i was dipping literally everything in it -- the medallions, the veggies, fries and even the tenderloin below! Bife à Associação - Steak Lombo (Tenderloin): served in a white wine, garlic, and salted pepper sauce, topped with a fried egg. we initially debated the sizes, but 200g was plenty for us to share along with a 2nd dish. the sauce was a bit bold and peppery for my taste (I prefer sweeter sauces like the pineapple cognac), but my bf enjoyed it. for those who arent into the peppery flavor, the steaks also come with multiple other sauces -- passion fruit, island cheese, three pepper, and more. For dessert, there were numerous tempting Portuguese classics but we were stuffed and decided to keep it light with sliced Azorean pineapple -- a refreshing way to wrap up a hearty meal and a perfect choice if, like me, trying the acclaimed local pineapple was high on your to-do list. A surprise standout was the white sangria -- my first time trying the white version, and I loved the bright, fruity flavors. It's nice that they offer it by the glass, so you can mix and match if your party has different preferences. The venue is open and spacious, with lots of natural light thanks to large glass-pane doors that offer a view of the quaint outdoor patio. Despite some of the service complaints I'd read, we had a smooth experience. Food came out promptly, and while the restaurant was clearly busy and staff were spread thin, we were proactive about getting waitstaff's attention so fortunately didnt encounter any issues or delays. Overall a solid, well-priced spot with a convivial dining atmosphere and quality meat dishes. If you're someone who loves classic, no-frills salt-and-pepper steaks, the saucy Azorean spin might not be for you -- but if you're up for something bold and flavorful, it's definitely worth a visit!

This is a must visit when on the island. If nothing else, it has an amazing view of the city and…read moreocean. On top of that, amazing cocktails and great staff! They have food as well as small bar snacks, so you can get your eat on at the same time and your drank! Unfortunately, I didn't see any whales from the bar lol

If you stay at Hotel Azor, this is a convenient and lively place to grab some afternoon/pre-dinner…read moredrinks. They have the local beer and some really cool cocktails. The cocktails look and taste nice but aren't very strong. They're also pretty pricey compared to other places in the Azores. The space includes an indoor seating area and an outdoor rooftop/pool. On Friday afternoons, they have a DJ playing live music but never does this place get loud or rowdy.

After a jarring Whale watch with Terra Azul, we needed food and a quiet place to relax and this…read morecolorful pub was the perfect antidote to our stress and strain. NOTE-this place is cash only It's just a block off the water in an orange building-look for the Irish flag fluttering in the breeze. You've got to walk up a flight of stairs to reach the pub which is bright and cheery. We were just two of a handful of lunch guests at noon on a Tuesday in September. The place is pretty small with seating for maybe 20 or so. Surprisingly no fish and chips on the somewhat limited lunch menu but plenty of great options from cheeseburger to chicken sandwich, Irish stew to a local fish dish and wraps. Of course they also serve Guinness. We each got the cheeseburger and split a small fry. The very thick and juicy burgers were also like meatloaf given their massive size. We could have shared one and still had enough to eat. Fries were super crisp and good. With water and a coke the whole thing was only €18-very reasonable.

Best burger, only place in town to get Guinness on draft, classic pub atmosphere! Great blend of…read morelocal and tourist patrons.

Fresh fish! You buy your selection of fish per the pound. We got tuna and trigger fish. The salad…read morebar was a bit sketch. The dessert of pineapple and a shot was scrumptious. Must visit if you're in the area.

Beautiful location, food was delicious and fresh. Our waiter was very nice and helpful with his…read moresuggestions. The reason I deducted a point was because service was very slow, we sat for 15 minutes before we were greeted by our waiter and it took awhile for our food to come out. The mussels were very fresh, served in a flavorful broth. We also had the fish of the day which was Veja, a simple dish but so flavorful! We had a coconut cake for dessert which was also great, not too sweet!

Came here for burgers and FIFA. They have several large TVs inside and one tiny one outside. But…read moreget there early before a game if you want a table. Service felt sloppy and impersonal. They were all over the place and just couldn't handle everyone. I got the burger with salad, which apparently means just a few pieces of lettuce in your actual burger. The burger patty was delicious - very quality beef and seasoned so well - but underwhelming otherwise. If you want some tiny fries and a soda, it's an extra €2. Nothing to write home about, but if you need a sports bar on the island, this is it.

Awesome place. We went several times on our vacation and every time it was great. Really fun…read moreatmosphere. Lots of locals who treat you like your one of them. Drinks were really affordable and food was good. Best place on the island if you're looking for an upbeat night.

This was a super fun experience! It's also a hotel so you could stay on property, which it looks…read morenice. We came just for the gin masterclass which was quite fun. They make their own gin which is featured in the class but then they also have over 2.000 bottles of gin from around the world. If you bring a gin they don't. Have the tasting fee is waived. One of their gins contains seaweed; that story was hilarious listening to how they figured out the recipe. This was a fun and interesting way to spend a couple hours on the island. And the views are not too shabby. Not too far from central Ponta Delgada.

You must come here if you like great craft liquor, a charming unique venue and warm friendly staff…read more We came at the end of a long day driving around Sao Miguel enjoying the hikes and beaches. This was such a splendid surprise. We had some excellent local distilled gin and some nosh along with it. This was an excellent and rewarding experience. A must if you are in the area. Love the vibe of the venue and the staff. You will not be sorry.

Stumbled upon this gem while walking around Ponta Delgada. The food and drinks were spectacular!…read moreThe servers were very attentive and kind as well. The alheira was some of the best we've had. Definitely recommend and will be coming back.

This place was popping. Packed with customers dining outdoors combined with a sleek inside. I saw…read morewhy. The entrees I glanced at and smelled as we walked by looked amazing. I ordered the beef tenderloin. Two words I'd use to describe it is salty and salty. The sweet potatoes fried were decent. I regret not ordering the sausage and cheese platter or the egg dish.

We exploring the Ribeira area on a beautiful sunny day and came upon Spot located right on the…read moreoceanfront. Had a lovely lunch here. Tried Tuna Pate for the first time which was yummy. Vegetable soup and salad. My husband ordered the kabab at the waitress's suggestion and it was served hanging from a rack with swordfish and shrimp. Service was good. Give it a go.

The worst place in the Azores. We sat for twenty minutes before anyone spoke to us. We ordered two…read moreburgers and a beer, then sat for another 30 minutes with no service. I asked "where is my beer I ordered?" and received a shrug while we watched them serve other people. It was offensive and rude, we walked out.