0/5 - if I could. TLDR: I booked this place 2 months in advance for a bachelorette party dinner on…read moreAugust 15, 2026. The staff was mean and dismissive. The treatment was awful. The food is mid. One server really did his best to recover our experience and we are thankful. Cannot recommend. Especially if you are a group of women be wary. I booked this place on June 7, 2026 for an August 15th dinner. I am the maid of honor for a bachelorette party. I landed in albuefiera on August 14th. I got a call from the restaurant. They said that for my reservation we could only sit at the terrace for 1.5 hours. We accommodated as we wanted the beautiful view for this special day. We confirmed via text as well. Upon entering the restaurant was empty. They sat us indoors, far from the ocean terrace view we reserved. I let the host now. He looked at me and ignored me. I spoke again. He walked away. I let our server know, he said that the reservation was last minute and this was the only table available - empty restaurant. I let him know I booked 2 months in advance. He said "no you didn't." I walk to his iPad and ask him if he would like to see my email receipt or texts. He says "no you didn't." Eventually he looks at the iPad and confirms I was truthful. He does not apologize or acknowledge me. He walks to our terrace table and begins arranging it. We eventually sit and the tone is set. He stands with other staff staring, laughing, pointing. He was especially looking at one woman in our party. It made us all very uncomfortable on this special night. Two members of our party kindly ask him if there is an issue or if he can stop. We get a new server, he is amazing. He was kind, tried to break the ice, and turn our experience around. We are very appreciative of this one man in this establishment. Eventually the restaurant filled up. We did our best to enjoy the food and splurged, it was mediocre at best. I'm a New Yorker (we can be tough) who has 14 years of hospitality expeiriencde and 6 years client facing corporate work. I've never felt so unwelcomed in a restaurant. So pointed out. So clearly treated differently then other guests. One member of our party was really hurt by the mean treatment by staff. She couldn't eat or enjoy, she cried, and left the bachelorette celebration. The night ruined. I cannot recommend this place, especially considering all of the positive reviews. A once in a lifetime celebration was really stained by this experience. I paid and tipped my server directly, happy to leave rather than move upstairs for cocktails and dessert. 3 of my group spoke to management. They called today, August 16,2026) to apologize. The manager asked, "What can I do to fix this I feel really bad." I suggested a comp as we do not want to go back there. He said no. The attempted apology feels really ingenious. Sorry means action, change. Leaving this here, especially if you are women be wary. This is the last I'll think of it and we move on. Take care.

This place is a little on the pricer side but worth going to! The seafood is fresh and delicious…read more The space is a good size and they have seating that looks over into the ocean. The service is quick and their many has a lot of options. The octopus was very tender and flavorful!

Phenomenal service and excellent food! Our waiter was so kind and went above and beyond to give us…read morea good experience. The seafood was fresh, delicious, and at a great price. Cannot recommend more highly!!!!!

Fantastic restaurant! We were three hungry Americans looking for fresh, great food and landed at…read moreSansibar. You cannot go wrong with this restaurant. Very large menu. The rosemary chicken, the Seabass and truffle fries are unparalelled. The staff is extremely nice and cares about the food. If you are in the Algarve this place is a MUST!

Absolutely phenomenal . This was the best meal that we had in Lagos, everything was super fresh,…read moreand so tasty ( except for mussels , which were just ok). The best sardines I've eaten in Portugal, the sea bass, and the lamb chops were so delicious, so soft, juicy and fragrant. We couldn't get enough of them. House wine was super tasty as well. I highly recommend this restaurant. The wait time was not too long. We came about 9:00 and were seated in like 15-20 minutes. The service was great as well, very efficient and super polite.

All sea food restaurant. They did serve some meat as well, but don't go to eat that... this place…read moreis.dedicated to seafood fish etc. Place was full, but serving was still really good and nice. Food was excellent and meals was huge. Kids menu did have few options only.

Do you know there is something to be said about a restaurant when you are in a place for a week and…read moreyou eat their three times - which is exactly what we did. The food at this restaurant is absolutely top-tier! From the wine selection to the multiple fish and meat options, veggies, and accompaniments- all were absolutely and insanely delicious. Top notes for me was the octopus, the shrimp, pasta, and the garlic shrimp. There's also something so deliciously understated about the simplicity of a tomato and white onion salad, which they do here perfectly. If you are in the Algarve region of Portugal and you happen to be in the area, you absolutely have to try this spot, but be mindful of the days and hours in which they are open. Enjoy!

We came to Ferragudo for a day trip, when we passed by the same village on our way to Portimao and…read morefound it very charming. In fact, the little fishing village was named one of the prettiest in Algarve. We found the restaurants near the main square too touristy - there is a place that offered everything from pizza to Indian to Portuguese - so we decided to wander further away. This one is right by the Pier. We had an octopus salad which was quite refreshing, and a monkfish medallions with prawn main dish (medalhoes de tamboril c camarao). The prawn was so fresh and delicious, we asked if we could order an extra on its own, but the waiter checked with the chef and they only had enough prawns to go with the monkfish orders. Definitely can recommend this place. If I travel to Ferragudo again I would love to return.

The absolute most gorgeous restaurant. Right above the Praia do Camilo, which provides truly…read morebreathtaking views (and a great opportunity to take photos). The food is equally stunning! Everything we ordered was a hit, even among those that are more new to seafood and more hesitant to try! Octopus with clams: 12/10, so perfectly cooked and delicious Beef steak with pepper sauce: 13/10, we weren't sure if we were actually given the beef steak with mushroom sauce but whichever it was, we thoroughly enjoyed! It was cooked exactly as we ordered it and the sauce was delicious. Grilled Gold Bream: 13/10, also so perfectly cooked, and our server expertly deboned it for us which was kind and helpful. Tiramisu: 10/10, a classic and delicious! Our server in general was funny and kind and we really appreciated him for making the night that much more wonderful.

The food here was very worth the price! We had a reservation for dinner and would highly recommend…read moremaking one, as pretty much every table was covered with a reservation. Try to ask for a table outdoors when you make the reservation. We got lucky and got a table indoors that was right next to the window and had a beautiful view of the beach. We ordered the grilled golden beam and the grilled mackerel with potatoes, vegetables, and bread.

My favorite restaurant hands down from my entire trip! Food so good I'm still thinking about it…read more They get reserved out for dinner time so call ahead we got lucky and were able to be seated but we had to go by a certain time because it was a reserved table for a later time. Regardless this is a must try !!!

Well! Another delicious dinner here in Portugal. Make RESERVATIONS. Don't just show up bc you will…read moreprobably be turned away. I saw a lot of people turned away but it WAS a Saturday. We started with their bread and I really enjoyed there two different options of butter and this ricotta cheese with bacon. For the kids, we ordered the sirloin and split it in half w/ a side order of fries. Kids loved it and I would not be surprised if they cut their own fries since they were so delicious. Wifey got oysters and grilled octopus. Per her, the oysters were delicious and fresh with good sauce. The octopus had great flavor combinations and was expertly cooked. No complaints from her end. I ordered the sea bass with additional vegetables on the side. Wow. It came with this clam rice risotto that was so good with the sea bass. My only complaint was catching a couple of bones in the fish. I definitely recommend stopping here for dinner. We were here right around 1845 which is early for dinner out here. We were the only family seated inside so it was nice and calm. The decor is really nice inside so it's a thumbs up to bring a romantic date.

This restaurant is an excellent value. The sommelier helped us select the right wine for our meal…read moreand the server offered great suggestions. The almond pie is delicious. Truly enjoyed Vimar!!

Located just a short walk from our hotel, this was the first restaurant we came across on the way…read moreto the town's cozy strip of eateries and shops. Recommended by our hotel, it turned out to be such a great choice that we came back for a second dinner during our three-night stay. Delicious food and warm atmosphere -- definitely worth a visit!

We were looking for good arroz + marisco/cataplana in the area and fell upon this restaurant due to…read morethe positive ratings. Everything we ordered was delicious from the clams bulhao to the arroz marisco to the Algarve tart (best algarve tart we had on our trip). Even the homemade garlic bread was good. Seafood all tasted fresh, staff was pleasant, and the restaurant had a catchy playlist going too. Only downside was how long it took to deliver our main course after starter. We were seated at a table near the front door; perhaps sit at a table closer to the front for better attention.

Jardim Rústico - Albufeira, Portugal…read more If you're anywhere near Albufeira and don't eat at Jardim Rústico, you're truly missing out. We spent a month in the Algarve and ended up dining here at least 10 out of 30 nights. We kept trying to find another restaurant that could compare--and never did. The food is authentic Portuguese cuisine at its finest. The clams, made from the owner's grandmother's recipe, are hands-down the best I've ever had in my life. Honestly, it doesn't matter what you order--everything on the menu is exceptional. Be adventurous. You won't regret it. The restaurant is family-owned and family-run, which adds so much to the experience. Vitor runs the kitchen and delivers incredible food every single night. His wife Ines runs the front with grace and warmth. Luan and Joah were there every evening we visited, offering some of the best service we've ever experienced anywhere--professional, kind, and genuinely caring. The ambiance is casual, quiet, and cozy--it truly feels like home. Every guest is welcomed like family, and this incredible team goes above and beyond to make each night memorable. If you go (and you absolutely should), tell them the Fanellas from Florida sent you. Jardim Rústico is a gem, and dining there was one of the highlights of our trip.