Discover the best restaurants, tapas bars, and cafés around Carvoeiro for every taste and budget
Price guide for an average three-course meal for two including wine
€ up to €50
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Opening hours were consulted at the time of print. Please contact the restaurant directly to confirm current opening hours, especially around holidays.
CARVOEIRO AREA
BAUSHI SUSHI & BAR €
Serving quality sushi and perfect thirst-quenching beverages, Baushi Sushi & Bar is a great showcase of Japanese cuisine. Make yourself at home on the relaxed outdoor seating area or escape the heat and stay cool in the stunning indoor space. With tasting menus as well as à la carte, including vegetarian options, the restaurant also serves fruity cocktails, fine wine, and tea, along with lovely desserts. Take away is available and they also accept private events.
Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner | Tel: 968 706 151 | baushi.pt
BONECA BAR €
Visiting Boneca is quite a phenomenon as it is located in the most famous, and consequently, busiest, hotspot in Carvoeiro, yet still manages to be an extremely relaxing experience. Nestled in the Algar Seco rock formations, the restaurant boats a stunning sea view and is one of the few remaining restaurants that still cook meat and fish on a traditional charcoal grill, visible from the terrace. This family-run establishment has been going since 1969, providing food of a high standard with a very friendly team, and is well worth a visit!
Tel: 282 358 391 | restaurantebonecabar.com
CHEF’S KITCHEN €€
The spacious restaurant is tastefully decorated, cosy in the winter and with pleasant outdoor terrace spaces for the warmer months. Enjoy the excellent calf’s liver, great steaks and regular fish specials, as well as tasty homemade burgers made from prime meats.
Tel: 282 083 332 | chefskitchen.pt
DECADENTE €€
Boasting a stunning outdoor patio and elegant décor, Decadente is the perfect drinks lounge to enjoy an Algarve afternoon or evening. The space also houses a concept store selling traditional Portuguese products, such as canned sardines. Serving quality wines, cocktails and the perfect G&T, alongside local specialties, cheeses, presunto and more to nibble on.
Tel: 912 471 282 | FB: Decadent Degustaria
ENCCI €
A favourite for both health-conscious brunch enthusiasts and pizza lovers, Encci is a versatile restaurant offering a delightful brunch menu that emphasises healthy, fresh options, whilst accommodating a wide array of dietary needs with ease. In the evenings, Encci transforms into a pizzeria, serving delicious, handcrafted pizzas. The restaurant boasts a charming garden terrace at the back, providing a serene setting for diners to enjoy their meals. Encci also hosts lively events, featuring live music and DJs, adding an extra layer of excitement to the dining experience.
Tel: 926 408 791 | encci.pt
ETXEA €/€€
Located in the centre of Carvoeiro, Etxea offers a culinary experience that blends Basque and Portuguese cuisines. This fine-dining establishment offers an exceptional standard of food, celebrating the rich gastronomic diversity of both cultures. Their open kitchen allows diners to witness the artistry and precision that goes into each dish, enhancing the dining experience with a touch of theatrical flair. The restaurant’s wine selection is thoughtfully put together, featuring a variety of great options to complement the food. The atmosphere is refined but inviting, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a memorable meal in an elegant setting – an unmissable gem in Carvoeiro.
Tel: 968 547 782 | etxearestaurant.com
GURKHA KITCHEN €/€€
This lovely restaurant is a favourite amongst locals. The menu offers a wide variety of Nepalese specialities, and lovers of spiced food will find the dishes are all very different with mild and balanced flavours. This cuisine is also great for people who are not too comfortable with the hotter Indian flavours. They have an Indian menu as well, so there’s something for everyone’s palate. When you reach O Cantinho and The Wolf, on Estrada do Farol, walk up the steep hill.
Tel: 282 185 776 / 920 169 028 | gurkhakitchencarvoeiro.com
FAUSTINO’S STEAKHOUSE €/€€
This recently opened steakhouse in Carvoeiro is a fantastic spot for steak lovers. The menu showcases everything from juicy T-bones to impressive tomahawks, cooked to perfection on the grill. The sides are generous and full of flavour, and there are plenty of tasty starters and non-steak options too. The wine list is excellent, with some bold reds that pair perfectly with the meat. The atmosphere is cool and funky, with a bistro-style vibe and stylish décor that makes dining here feel special.
Tel: 926 845 876 | faustinosteakhouse.eatbu.com
A local institution, Gelados & Companhia is known for bold, honest flavours crafted with regional pride. Highlights include the Trio Algarvio (a blend of almond, fig and carob) and a Strawberry Sorbet made with fruit from nearby Silves. Even the Arroz Doce ice cream, based on a cherished family recipe, offers a nostalgic twist on a Portuguese classic. The menu also features delicious homemade crepes and waffles.
Tel: 282 110 121 | FB: geladosecompanhia
L’ORANGE €
A cosy restaurant with a relaxing ambience, L’Orange specialises in international and French-inspired cuisine created by Belgian chef patron Jan Mortier, complemented by the delicious homemade desserts made by wife Karin. The interior is pleasantly decorated, whilst outside, a pretty terrace is perfect for al fresco dining. L’Orange is located just outside Carvoeiro, near the Carvoeiro Hotel.
Tel: 282 357 297 / 919 787 684 | restaurant-orange.com
MATABIXO €
A well-loved fixture in Carvoeiro since 2000, MataBixo enters a new chapter following a recent renovation to modernise the space whilst preserving its laid-back, welcoming atmosphere. With views over the sea, it is a popular spot from daytime through to sunset and beyond.
Open until late, it lends itself equally to casual bites or evening drinks. The menu focuses on comfort food favourites, from burgers and hot dogs to toasties, complemented by an extensive drinks list featuring a wide selection of gins, alongside cocktails and mocktails. Increasingly known as a go-to for late-night gatherings, it is also available for private events.
Tel: 918 636 696 | IG: matabixobar_carvoeiro
PRIMAVERA €€
An attractive trattoria-style restaurant at the top of Estrada do Farol, Primavera serves Italian/Mediterranean cuisine, including pizza, pasta dishes, fresh fish and great steaks. The restaurant has a lovely ambience and features a stylish interior décor, as well as a large, partially glazed outdoor area ideal for al fresco dining.
Tel: 282 358 017 | FB: Primavera Ristorante Trattoria
TAPAS DA VILA €/€€
Boasting one of the nicest views of Carvoeiro Beach, this restaurant serves tapas and small snacks, perfect to enjoy an afternoon chatting with friends, as well as main dishes. There are traditional Portuguese favourites, such as small seared squids, prawns with garlic, clams and chicken wings.
For those with a bigger appetite, there are burgers, a stunning ribeye steak and a meat board for two, and more.
Tel: 966 655 987 | FB: tapasdavila
TASTE €€
Newly relocated to Monte Carvoeiro (where the former Elliotts restaurant used to be), Taste is a laid-back, bright and thoughtfully designed venue, serving a selection of tapas alongside a number of Mediterranean/international dishes on the à la carte menu. Their cocktail menu is also fantastic, and live music is a staple.
Tel: 969 577 644 | tastecarvoeiro.com
THE ONE €€€€
Celebrating national products, Tivoli Carvoeiro’s flagship restaurant takes a simple recipe and infuses it with international influences. With a spectacular view out over the glistening Atlantic, The One has a sophisticated style and presentation. The team is very knowledgeable and keen to showcase the best offerings from local winemakers, taking the dining experience to another level. The menu is varied with fish, meat and vegetarian options.
Tel: 282 351 100 | theonerestaurant.pt
TOURIGA WINE & DINE €
Touriga offers an authentic Portuguese dining experience with its concept of small dishes designed for sharing. The restaurant boasts an extensive wine cellar, that you’ll be very hard pushed to find elsewhere, with a huge array of wines served by the glass.
The team’s enthusiasm for wine shines through as they eagerly share their knowledge with customers, enhancing the overall dining experience. Run by a warm-hearted young couple who have been friends for years, this family-owned business, established in 2019, provides an attentive service that ensures guests are well taken care of throughout their visit.
Tel: 282 075 834 | tourigawinedine.com
OUTSIDE CARVOEIRO
A ESQUINA €/€€
QUINTA DOS SANTOS, SESMARIAS
A vineyard, a craft-beer brewery, a stunning dining space with terraces and a fabulous courtyard just on the edge the Pestana Gramacho golf course. The menu has a variety of tapas and sharing dishes so guests can enjoy a leisurely snacking, beer or wine tasting experience or a more traditional three-course meal. All dishes are made with fresh, local ingredients and packed with great flavours. They sell their own wines and craft beers on site, so you get the full Dos Santos experience, and there is live music on Wednesdays.
Tel: 282 343 264 | quintadossantos.com
ALVOR WINE €/€€
ALVOR
Passionate about wines and a deep connoisseur of the winemaking process, owner João Machado created a space where the pleasure of tasting a good dish with a good wine is perfectly matched. At Alvor Wine, chef Lucas Santos uses the freshest ingredients to create innovative dishes with a Mediterranean concept and a modern twist. Providing a true gastronomic experience, rich in combinations full of flavours, aromas and colours, the restaurant favours local produce and the wine list features more than 300 national labels.
Tel: 968 457 570 | FB: alvorwine
ARTE NÁUTICA €€/€€€
ARMAÇÃO DE PÊRA
Located on Armação de Pêra beach, well away from the built-up part of town, this is a high-quality fish and seafood restaurant owned and operated by the Vila Vita Parc resort. Fresh produce is always in abundance and the restaurant has a large terrace with uninterrupted sea views and an air-conditioned interior.
Tel: 282 314 875 | vilavitaparc.com
BRASSERIE ROSAL €€
LAGOA
The Brasserie Rosal, nestled in a tranquil estate away from the town’s hustle, offers a great retreat for culinary enthusiasts. Specialising in international and Portuguese cuisine, they provide an array of high-quality dishes. The relaxed ambiance makes it a perfect spot for a leisurely early evening snack or for dinner. On Fridays, the restaurant comes alive with a vibrant barbecue evening, with an assortment of grilled delicacies. The serene setting, coupled with exceptional food and friendly service, makes Brasserie Rosal a must-visit for anyone seeking a peaceful dining experience.
Tel: 282 356 360 | FB: Brasserie rosal
CASA JOÃO RESTAURANT & PIZZARIA €/€€
SESMARIAS
Inspired by the freshest ingredients and seafood, this popular restaurant is also known for its pizzas. Ranging from classics such as the Margherita or the Hawaiian, there are also creative options such as the Picasso, with Pepperoni and Gorgonzola cheese or the Carbonara pizza. For pasta lovers, the menu features dishes such as linguini nero with spicy shrimp and a delicious, classic lasagna. There are also vegetarian options.
Tel: 926 013 910 | FB: Restaurante Casa João & Pizzaria
GASPACHO & MIGAS €€
LAGOA
For those seeking an innovative yet authentic culinary experience, this restaurant is an unmissable gem in Lagoa – Gaspacho & Migas celebrates the rich traditions of Mediterranean, Algarve, and Alentejo cuisines. The restaurant preserves these fragile and valuable heritages, adapting them in a contemporary way without compromising their essence. The high-quality offerings are reflected in a seasonal menu of really great, fresh food with and with an equally high-quality wine list that has “something for everyone”.
Tel: 282 039 183 | gaspachoemigas.com
HEXAGONE STEAKHOUSE €€€€
SESMARIAS
Serving top-quality meats, a wide range of cuts, all cooked to tender, juicy perfection. The menu also offers a variety of fish, seafood and vegetarian option and is backed up by an extensive wine cellar featuring some of Portugal’s finest labels. With an elegant dining room, lounge bar and outdoor terrace, the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.
Tel: 917 889 344 | en.restaurantehexagone.com
O ALGAR €€
BENAGIL
A family-run restaurant tucked up on the cliff, overlooking Benagil beach, priding itself on its locally caught wild fish, seasonal selection of side dishes and homemade desserts. A firm fish lovers’ favourite for more than 25 years, the restaurant is cosy yet spacious, with a long terrace that looks out to sea plus a comprehensive wine list.
Tel: 282 358 951 / 965 808 473
INEVITÁVEL WINE & COCKTAIL BAR €€
ARMAÇÃO DE PÊRA
Located in the heart of Armação de Pêra, Inevitável is a wine bar that combines Portuguese gastronomic traditions with a very impressive selection of over 250 wine references. Here you can enjoy an authentic Portuguese dining experience with service that revolves around storytelling. The menu consists of exceptional tapas-style dishes, each meticulously prepared and showcasing Portugal’s rich gastronomic traditions.
The ambiance of Inevitável is both cosy and sophisticated, making it an ideal spot for both wine aficionados and food lovers. It has quickly become a local gastronomic reference and is a must-visit for those seeking an authentic taste of Portugal’s wine and food.
Tel: 968 799 191 | inevitavelwinebar.pt
MARISQUEIRA RUI €€
SILVES
One of the Algarve’s most famous seafood restaurant. The food is as fresh as it gets, and the ambience relaxed and noisy from the sound of crab cracking. You’ll find a vast selection of seafood cooked to order, and speciality dishes such as seafood rice and cataplanas are also available. This is a very popular place with locals on the weekends, so arrive early for a table.
Tel: 282 442 682 | marisqueirarui.pt
O LEÃO DE PORCHES €€/€€€
PORCHES
Located in the centre of Porches, this is one of the oldest and most appealing restaurants in the Algarve. Established in the 1960s and now run by Belgian owner Bianca Salden, the restaurant serves Belgian and Mediterranean cuisine complemented by a well-balanced list of more than 80 Portuguese wines. The building still retains much of its 18th-century charm, and the creative menu perfectly complements the cosy and inviting ambience of the restaurant.
Tel: 282 381 384 | oleaodeporches.pt
OCEAN €€€€€
VILA VITA PARC / ALPORCHINHOS
At Vila Vita Parc, Ocean, with two Michelin stars, enjoys a prime location set just back from the cliff-top with stunning views both from the terrace and from the inside. The ambience is refined, with discreet service and exquisite tableware setting the scene for a special occasion.
Tel: 282 310 100 | vilavitaparc.com
MEZCALERIA MEXICAN BAR €
PRAIA DA ROCHA
A family-run bar in Portimão bringing authentic Mexican culture to the Algarve, Mezcaleria offers an immersive experience with handcrafted décor, a curated menu of traditional Mezcal cocktails, and neat serves that celebrate the drink’s smoky heritage. Seasonal creations blend Mexican tradition with local ingredients, including Portuguese olive oil. The menu will soon include Mexican snacks, such as nachos and burritos.
Tel: 965 484 242 | mezcaleria.online
OREGANO €/€€
SESMARIAS
Located opposite the water tower in Sesmarias to the west of Carvoeiro (next to Bon Bon restaurant), Oregano offers a mix of Italian and Portuguese cuisine.
Complementing a selection of fish and meat dishes such as fresh cod lagareiro-style are pasta dishes and a good selection of light meals, including tasty wraps and salads. An excellent option for lunch, with a great three-course special, except Sunday when the special is roast lamb.
Tel: 282 353 465 | oregano.pt
PINSERIA DAL NONNO €
PARCHAL
Offering authentic Pinsa Romana, Pinseria dal Nonno is the first certified establishment by L’Associazione Originale Pinsa Romana. This charming spot serves the traditional oval pinsas with a light, crisp crust and tender centre, crafted from a unique blend of flours and slow fermentation. The menu features classics like Margherita and prosciutto, alongside ‘gourmet pinsas’ such as salmon or carbonara and the house special with Italian mortadella, Stracciatella and pistachio, and sweet options such as the Nutella pinsa with flambéed pear. Pasta and fresh salads complete the offering.
Tel: 914 096 667 | pinseriadalnonno.com
OSTRARIA D’ALVOR €/€€
ALVOR
At this traditional restaurant with a modern twist, the oyster is queen. Au naturel, au gratin, breaded or even inside delicious fritters known as ‘rissóis’, the fresh oysters used here come straight from the Alvor lagoon. But there is much more fresh seafood to enjoy here, and they often have weekly suggestion such as the shrimp risotto, açorda bread stew with cuttlefish, razor clams and salads with shrimp or tuna, to name just a few.
Tel: 913 707 311 | ostrariadalvor.pt
PRESUNTARIA DO MERCADO €/€€
PORTIMÃO
Located inside Portimão’s Municipal Market, Presuntaria do Mercado is a gourmet shop, focusing on serving top-quality, 100% acorn-fed Iberian ham from Beher knife, Spain’s leading cured ham producer. The shop offers freshly sliced ham and a selection of premium Portuguese wines, handpicked to be paired with the hams, for take-away or to be savoured on the spot. They also have a small delicatessen shop, where other gourmet products, such olive oils and honey, can be found.
Tel: 968 556 271 | presuntariadomercado.pt
TERRACOTTA €€
FERRAGUDO
Specialising in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine with a focus on fresh, flavoursome dishes, Terracotta’s homemade pasta is a standout, crafted with care to deliver authenticity taste in every bite. The restaurant exudes modern rustic vibes, creating a cosy yet stylish ambiance that enhances the experience. Terracotta also features an impressive selection of signature cocktails, perfect for sipping as you take in the stunning views from their rooftop patio. Overlooking the bay of Ferragudo, the patio provides a picturesque setting. For those seeking good food, a charming atmosphere, and good views, Terracotta will not disappoint.
Tel: 927 687 880 | FB: TerraCotta.Ferragudo
VILA VITA BIERGARTEN €/€€
PORCHES
Located on the EN 125 in Porches is a traditional, Bavarian-style beer garden. Owned and operated by the five-star Vila Vita Parc resort, this authentic Biergarten serves German beer, homemade sausages from the resort’s butcher and other German specialities.
The Herdade dos Grous wine label is available here and is made in their Alentejo vineyard. With lovely gardens and filled with authentic touches, it also features a great kids play area.
Tel: 282 381 177 | vilavitabiergarten.com
FERRAGUDO AREA
CLUB NAU €/€€
FERRAGUDO
Serving a wonderful selection of fabulous sushi from their extended Sushi Corner along with classic European dishes and, of course, fresh fish. A comprehensive snack menu paired with a spectacular cocktail and wine selection complete the experience. Live music every Sunday and a busy entertainment schedule along with a great Sunday Roast.
Tel: 282 484 414 | club-nau.com
EDD’S BEACH €€
FERRAGUDO
Serving a wonderful selection of fabulous sushi from their extended Sushi Corner along with classic European dishes and, of course, fresh fish. A comprehensive snack menu paired with a spectacular cocktail and wine selection complete the experience. Live music every Sunday and a busy entertainment schedule along with a great Sunday Roast.
Tel: 915 555 977 | eddsbeach.com
FERRAGUDU’S TERRACE €/€€
FERRAGUDO
Boasting panoramic views of the quaint fishing village that inspired it and the river Arade, this gastrobar run by brothers João and Pedro serves freshly caught local seafood. From a delicious spider crab soup to unique raspberry, tuna and basil tartare, the menu is well complemented by a carefully selected wine list that features mostly Portuguese labels. Cocktail lovers will also be ecstatic, as the drink’s menu is far from ordinary.
Tel: 966 299 215 | ferragudusterrace.pt
REI DAS PRAIAS €/€€
CANEIROS
Located on Caneiros beach between Carvoeiro and Ferragudo, this high-quality restaurant offers a very good selection of prime fresh fish that can be plain grilled or oven-roasted and then deboned at your table. For a special treat, ask for the fresh giant carabineiros (scarlet prawns). There is an excellent selection of fine wines and Champagnes, including Billecart-Salmon, served at the lounge-bed area on the beach. Reservations are essential.
Tel: 282 461 006 | restaurantereidaspraias.com
