Boneca Bar is a uniquely special spot, and the setting alone makes it worth the trip. no Nestled within the natural rocky bay of Algar Seco near Carvoeiro, the location is genuinely breathtaking and unlike anything you are likely to come across elsewhere. It is the kind of place that sticks with you long after you leave. We stopped by just for ice cream and it did not disappoint, delicious and a perfect match for a warm day by the rocks. The staff were friendly and upbeat, which made the whole stop feel easy and enjoyable. One practical tip worth mentioning is that if you plan on taking your ice cream to go, finding a garbage can in the area is surprisingly difficult. Better to sit down and enjoy it there, which honestly is the right call anyway given the views.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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The restaurant is beautifully located. The service was fast and the servers were nice. The Chicken Piri-piri was really good, flavorful and tender, I thought it was spicy because there was red pepper on it when it was served, but it was not. We enjoyed it. The Calamares serving was very small, not worth the €17.50 price. It was overcooked so it was a bit tough. read more

A Boneca - Chicken Piri-piri - Portuguese Near Me - Lagoa, 08

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This restaurant is AMAZING!!!!! The staff is positively amazing, the ambiance is magical and the food is delicious! There are dozens of stairs to get down to the restaurant, so it is not wheelchair accessible. It is literally at the end of the cliff, down by the water, tucked in between cliffs. Apple Maps let us down severely, giving us a location 3/4 mile away. The correct location is as far south on Estrada do Algar Seco as you can go. 10/10 would go back again and again. read more

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Beautiful spot to grab drinks or a meal in Algar Seco. It's situated near the water along some rock formations. Technically the name of the restaurant is Boneca Bar, so I'm not sure why it's listed as A Boneca on Yelp. My friend and I came here for lunch. We came on a weekday around 1 pm and there was a short line of people ahead of us, but luckily there was plenty of open seating and we all got seated quickly. I had a white sangria to start for 10€ and my friend had a small beer for 2€. The sangria was super refreshing on a hot September day. I asked about the fish of the day and our server listed a bunch of different options. I went with the swordfish for 26€, while my friend got the vegan hamburger for 15€. Prices are a bit on the pricy side here, but it makes sense with the nice views. I thought the food was okay but not amazing. My friend felt the same way. I've never had swordfish before, but I found it a bit dry and bland, so I probably won't get it again. Still, it was a nice ambiance and I loved sitting among the rocks with ocean views as I ate. read more

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We had a 6pm reservation, we were seated feeling like we walked in without a reservation. They put us at a table next to the bathroom, the door behind slides and makes a lot of noise, the door on the other side of us was used for trash also loud. We just wanted drinks and dinner with a view to culminate a great trip. We were ignored for some time, no menus it appeared very diorganized. We were able to order drinks after a wait and the person brought 3 of 5 drinks, after more waiting the last two came when we were all finished with the first three. It was a great view but terrible service we didn't want to chance not getting food so we paid for our drinks and left, ended up at a first rate Thai restaurant. read more

Restaurant with amazing environment with Great Food. There is no other restaurant like it. read more

What a beautiful place to grab a bite and have a few drinks. Place was recommended by a local shop owner in town and I'm glad we went, food and service was great. read more

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One of the only dining places on the cliff overlooking the water. Everything is outdoors. Fun vibe, good food and great drinks. The surrounding area is beautiful and worth a walk to this gem. We had the ribs and fish of the day. Very happy with this meal. read more

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Service was great, ambiance perfect and food was really good. Wonderful place to sit, walk to fun ocean views.

As we walked along the coast line of Carvoerio Portugal we stumbled across this hidden gem built right into the cliffside. Hands down the best view I've ever had while enjoying a meal. We started with drinks that were cheap and delicious and kept them coming throughout the meal. The sangria was next level and I would highly recommend it if you're looking for a refreshing treat. I love tequila and if that's your thing you should definitely get a tequila sunrise. To eat we got calamari rings as an app and both got a the chicken piri piri with fries for our meal. The calamari rings hit the spot as a tasty fried food snack to pair with the drinks. The chicken piri piri was a tender grilled chicken marinated in a sauce with some kick to it that we both enjoyed. Over all the food was pretty good but this is a must stop to take in the view and enjoy a drink or two while exploring the southern coast of Portugal! read more

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I could have given 5 stars for this place given it is right next to the sea and there is a mini cave nearby to checkout. The food (especially the grilled) is superb. We ordered the chicken piri piri, ham, clams and all of them are very delicious. The cocktail drinks are very nice too. I think we ordered one with lemon flavor and one with coconut. The only reason why i need to take out one star is because on the night we went the place was so crowded and the restaurants was under staffed...so we had to wait quite a while before we could order or ask for bill. Probably not an issue for others as most of the people go there to chill and they are not in a rush! read more

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Beautiful bar and restaurant looking over orange sandstone peaks and the ocean. We only went for drinks but while we were hanging out the phone never stopped ringing for reservations. By the time we left most of the tables were reserved, a good sign for this hidden gem. I will post the photos of the menu and you can see if there is something you'll enjoy. The location alone is worth stopping by this hidden beauty. There's a hidden cave which opens to a hole in the cliffs with a gorgeous view of the ocean. This is also a spot with a hidden swimming hole with steps down to the cavelike setting. On the other side are more adventurous spirits who were cliff jumping. Easy parking makes this a great spot to eat and drink at the beginning or end of a hike or swim. Definitely not to be missed. I'm so happy I found this spot. I will eat the next time I visit and will share the details. Enjoy! I would give it 5 stars but he servers had a bit of an attitude. read more

A Boneca - Portuguese Near Me - Lagoa, 08

I rarely give 5 stars, but Boneca Bar & Restaurant deserve it. We visited in September, 2018. We stopped by during the afternoon on our first day to check out the establishment and view and to have a beer. We already had dinner reservations for both our nights and I knew I was going to have to change one to eat here. First of all, even if you are familiar with the views of the cliffs and sea in Carvoeiro and the Algarve, this place is special. It's very romantic. They do accept reservations and we suggest making them (in person or over the phone) as they probably seat around 35-50 tops. On both visits all of our servers and staff members we encountered were extremely polite and friendly. I want to give a shout out to Mara, Eunice, "Orlando" (his name sounds similar - I couldn't quite understand) and Marcos, who was behind the grill. "Orlando" was our server for dinner on our second visit. We let him know how pleased we were to see that they served Tagus beer on draught as we had had our fill of Sagres and Super Bock in Portugal. He let us know he was a wine fan, not a beer guy. So I asked if he liked vinho verde, a Portuguese wine that we adore. His eyes lit up and he recommended a bottle of Ameal Loureiro vinho verde that was €17. It was splendid and we ended up taking a bottle home to the USA. The menu is in Portuguese and English and they have a blackboard version outlining the fish available for the day. For dinner we shared a) Sopa de Peixa (spicy fish soup) €4.50; b) Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato (clams in wine, garlic & cliantro) €14; c) Ostras Algarvias (local oysters) €3 each; and, d) Espadarte (grilled swordfish) €17. Everything we had was simply divine. I went over to speak to Marcos, the man behind the grill, to let him know that in America, we would refer to him as a "grill master." He understood perfectly what I was saying. We highly recommend A Boneca! Not only was it the best meal we've had in Carvoeiro over two trips, it was the best meal we had period in Portugal over this trip. It's one of those rare finds. The next time we are in town, I intend upon eating there multiple times. read more

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Don't Bother -- poor service After walking the cliff tops at the Algar Seco we thought this would be the perfect spot for lunch nestled amid the cliff walls; well so did everybody else that day. It's an outdoor venue with about 15 tables and not nearly enough staff. The menu looked like good choices but definitely priced as "dinners $$$". After sitting for 20 minutes without so much as getting a drink order placed we left and found a much better option in town. read more

A Boneca - view from parking area - Portuguese Near Me - Lagoa, 08

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Excellent location and food. sorry to see that they were closed in January, beautiful views

A Boneca is one of those places that everyone wants to go. They are very busy. You will find this cute little restaurant with outdoor seating at the end of Carvoeiro Boardwalk. We walked in one night as had no idea how to do a reservation. Having the American phone plans, it's costly to call a place to make a reservation. In the month of August, they are busier. The guy we asked if they had anything available was so shocked that we didn't have a reservation. Pff. So make sure you make it on their list.We put our names for the following night. We had fish which was cooked right in front of our eyes. They sat us near the grill but because we were seated outside, it wasn't a problem. When we asked what's the freshest catch, they had a weird face like they were not understanding the question. Then we asked what has been caught in these waters? Then they said: Oh when the fish comes, it comes in bulk. For example the salmon was from Norway. And another fish from New Zealand. But there was another one who he said it was caught in Portugal's water. I don't remember the name. We went with it. It was good and seemed fresh. As drinks, I got a white wine sangria which was delicious. Drinks are pretty cheap around the area. Customer service was okay. read more

Unbeatable location and food/prices were OK, but customer service was awful. Hope you have better luck.

Conveniently located in a serene place. Beautiful view and most delicious fish. Great service.