Not what it once was. Under new management. No working water in restroom faucets with no signs…read moreindicating such. Advised they were under a water restriction. Seems odd they would restrict sanitary use, coming out of a pandemic. Bacalhau was gray, polvo was chewy. Avoid.

To put it in short (I could elaborate but I'm too lazy and all in one sentence ); Great…read morepresentation, delicious, traditional, tasty, local, fresh fish and food, bread and olive oil to start is amazing, service is excellent, three or four kind men, one of the was kind enough to help an elderly in my family. Lighting is nice but I'm not an expert.

If you're looking for delicious arroz de marisco (seafood rice) or cataplana de peixe (fish…read morecataplana), Serol is the place to eat! I also highly recommend the shrimp appetizer, house white wine and torta de amêndoa (almond tart). Between the great food and friendly staff, every meal I've enjoyed at Serol has been wonderful!

Casa Nova is a fantastic restaurant in Albufeira, Portugal, on the Algarve. It is located in the…read morevery lively old town area, among a great many shops and restaurants and bars. We ordered the "Algarvian Cataplana," which had a lot of seafood and some very good pork. It was fantastic! To start, my wife had a sangria. The waiter recommended the rosé one, which was a surprise. He brought the sangria in a small pitcher and put the final touches (mixing in some mint) at the table, then poured her glass. We've had sangria all over Spain and Portugal, and this may be the best I've ever tasted (yes, she let me taste). The service was friendly, the pace relaxed, and the energy great. This is well worth finding.

we wanted someplace away from the noisy, busy streets with sports bars. Funny how we found this…read moreplace so close to our apartment and exactly what we wanted. The cataplana was delicious and so filling. We had never had this dish before but looking forward to making it when we get home. The service was fun and attentive. Very good place for you to try.

So really bad! About 40 years that I came tomorrow evaristo…read morebeach and I sow always a very good restaurant, with fresh foot from the sea. Yesterday, same name, same place, but everything different. No fish, no grill, burger not good and cold. 1h waiting to be served. Employes nice, but excluding 2 un little more older, young people doesn't understand noting about restauration. Music higher and not appropriated to the restaurant. This is not a restaurant, but a beach snack, but expensive for the service and quality. You feel "arnaque"

This place is out of the way, but it's worth it for the view. You order your meal at the counter,…read moreso you can choose your fish or seafood and watch as it is weighed. You can then choose your seat, and every view is amazing. You order wine at the table and the servers are experts at helping you choose something to go with your meal. The service was some of the most attentive we received in Portugal. Our wine glasses were refilled quickly and we did not wait or feel rushed in any way. The floor to ceiling windows have an unobstructed view to a beautiful beach, which alone is worth 5 stars. The fresh fish and perfectly prepared meats hold up the expectation.

There are two establishments by this name. less than 10K apart. GPS took us to wrong one first…read more Then used GPS to go to the desired one, only to find out it was closed for vacation. With no media indication of the closure.

Another hidden gem if you are visiting Albufeira. So many of the restaurants in the old town are…read moretourist traps. This place is a little inland - away from the busyness. The terrace is an absolutely perfect setting to enjoy wine and dinner while the sun is setting. The food was beyond excellent. We started with a large plate of tapas/starters with glasses of house red wine. We then had delicious entrees. My wife had sea bass and I had black pork - both excellent. Finished with a traditional Algarvean rolled dessert with dried fruits and my wife had bread pudding. My two daughters also had wonderful kids' dinners and strawberry ice cream. The wait staff was very kind and helpful. We highly recommend this wonderful place.

The restaurant opens from 12-3pm for lunch, and 7-10pm for dinner. We arrived shortly before 7pm,…read moreand there was a line waiting already! The front of the restaurant is for take out customers, while the dining room is in the back. The waiter didn't give us any menu, because chargrilled chicken is all they serve! Not much choice for sides either - salads and fries, take it or leave it. No apologies. It's interesting to see big families having dinner here, hard to imagine, for an American, that they can all manage to be satisfied with the same dish, without some diet or preference in the way. As you can imagine, for a restaurant like this, they do one thing and do it really good. Tender chicken with a wonderful chargrilled flavor. My husband loves grilled chicken so this is like the 4th chicken place we visited on the trip, and this one is the clear winner. The fries and salad are just meh though.

Do one thing and do it well! Best peri peri chicken on our entire 2 week visit to Portugal. Arrive…read moreearly and prepare to wait but it's worth it.

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.

It was my best dining experience through my stay in Portugal. The superb customer service, the…read moreattention to detail, the luscious appetizers, entrées and dessert, the willingness of the staff to go over and beyond, the exceptional experience and without breaking the bank! All of these have contributed to my 5* plus rating. I reserved at the very last minute to celebrate a birthday. They moved things around quickly to accommodate my party of 8. It was so beautiful. The setting and scenery equally captivating. A small restaurant with a very big Heart. Michelin star status!!!

Best restaurant we went to while in Portugal!! The food was exquisite as was the service. The…read morerestaurant is located on the beach too!! Perfect restaurant to celebrate my husbands birthday.

Literally the BEST bacalhau com natas I have ever eaten!!! And, I've eaten a lot of bacalhau com…read morenatas over the years at several restaurants across Portugal and the Greater Toronto Area. Owned by a lovely couple -- she's Portuguese and he's Irish -- who clearly love seeing their patrons enjoy their authentic, prepared-from-scratch meals. We enjoyed chatting briefly with them both during lunch. We couldn't decide whether we wanted to drink the white or red house wine, so our waiter suggested we sample both. He brought use a generous sample and although they both tasted great, we decided on the red. I must admit that when my friend spotted the restaurant from across the street, I was not excited because I thought it was a Churrasqueira grill that featured BBQ chicken. When we checked the daily features menu, I was instantly impressed by the large selection of authentic Portuguese dishes and the reasonable prices. This quickly became my fave restaurant in Albufeira!