I wanted to change it up from Portugese food for a night and this steakhouse did the trick! The…read morefilet was excellent as well as my wife's swordfish. Very nice outside seat with great service. What more needs to be said?

We had a lovely lunch here. The service and the food were excellent. The steaks were so tender and…read moreperfectly cooked! If you're in the mood for a steakhouse in Faro, this is the place!

A great place to grab a steak on a stone (cook it yourself) while watching the drunk British people…read morewalking up and down the strip. The steak was perfect (well it should be as I cooked it). It is so much fun to have a hot stone placed in front of you and you get to sear your steak to perfection. I ordered a fillet and the cut of meat was just beautiful. For €22 the ability to cook table side and have a hot bite ready to melt in your mouth on demand is fun and yummy This delicious chunk of meat came with a baked potato and vegetables which I also tossed on the stone after I cooked my steak. The plate came with some dipping sauces and garlic butter. I asked for more garlic butter and cooked everything in it. It was so delicious and the wine list gives you many paring options, but being in Portugal even the house wine is amazing. This area albufera is not for the faint of heart. This is a crazy party zone so go early in the evening if you want some easy people watching and later in the evening if you want to see some really crazy antics. Service is fast and the waiters are attentive.

We love this place , good rustic feel , waiters are well informed and polite. I had the fillet…read moresteak with sautéed potatoes 3 times on the trot and my wife had the lamb chops 3 times as well , all cooked to perfection and probably one of the best steaks I have had , the house wine is fantastic, prices very reasonable, definitely recommend this place and welcomes children.

This is an excellent restaurant. We had an excellent (Herbert) and the food was perfect. Lamb and…read moreribeye. Portions were proper. The wine was excellent server knew his wines. Highly recommended.

My angus steak from Australia was tasty but very salty and the portion was small. The quinoa was…read morebland and tasteless. We ordered the house red wine and it was awful. It gave us heartburn. Ordered the burger and fries and what a dry burger. The service was slow too even though the restaurant was only 30% filled. The prices were doubled compared to a comparable restaurant in town. I do not recommend.

A Michelin bib gourmand that lives up to its name! I was able to make reservations two weeks in…read moreadvance online. It's very affordable in terms of Bib gourmands. Service was like any other European restaurant. As far as the food comes, it delivered! For bread and butter-my favorite was the orange butter because I wasn't expecting the flavor to come through so well. We started off with the scallops which were cooked to perfection. The prawns in a piri piri sauce had a kick, but nothing overwhelming. I ordered the monkfish and prawn curry-you could taste the coconut. My friend ordered the lamb and that might have been my favorite amongst them. It was so moist and had such good flavor. Almost like a bbq but not so sweet. As far as dessert goes, the creme brûlée was a miss for me. The top lay offered the perfect crack, but underneath it felt too sweet and eggier than most creme brûlées I have had. Now what really sold me was the house dessert. It was so light, fluffy and not overly sweet. The sweet potato fries were so crispy that my friend gave it the highest compliment of saying it didn't need a sauce.

The best food experience we've had in Portugal. Whether you try the ribeye steak, rack of land or…read morefilet of John Dory you will not be disappointed. An excellent menu with something for everyone's tastes. The service is impeccable and the restaurant itself is inviting and comfortable complete with on site parking. We are going back on Sunday!!

Great salmon steak and baked cod Mama was cooking while Papa…read morelooked after you. In Old Town

Oh my God. Oh my God…read more The view is the building on the other side of the street, but you need to understand, this humble restaurant is the best meal I've had. I've been all over Portugal and never had food this good at these prices. No English spoken here, but you won't need it with the English menus. The owners are kind and traditional. Witty in their own ways. I had a filet of swordfish that was the best swordfish I've ever had anywhere. Put piri piri on it. Just come here to eat and forget those overpriced spots on the beach that cater to your common interests of burgers and pizza.

Everything here was extremely flavorful! They struggled a little with the meat temps, but that…read moreseems to be the thing here in Portugal. However, the service here was awesome and they gave great recommendations. The mood is very laid back but classy at the same time. The service staff was on point with everything at all points of the dining experience.

My wife and I hadcthe ribeye and filet with mushroom sauce. It was AWESOME. Followed up with and…read moreAMAZING Apple Crumble. If you are in town and want a steak, this is it.

We came to Portugal for vacation from the US. Our last stop was Albufeira. This little gem happens…read moreto be near our resort, so we decided to give it a try for dinner. The foods are just delicious, in particular the seafoods. The fish taste fabulous fresh off the grill. We stopped by again the next day for lunch and had the same pleasant experience. This place is highly recommended.

The only place for lunch in SILVES. Not surprised that it's filled with locals. Why don't we have…read moremore fresh sardines in the USA. ?

Embark on a journey where food, culture, and life all come together in a delightful blend of…read moresimplicity and richness. This place is more than just a restaurant--it's an experience that fills your soul. The moment you sit down, you're in no rush. The abundance of tables means you can savor every bite, bask in the atmosphere, and soak in the local charm. Each dish is a celebration of flavors, and if you can finish them all, consider it a triumph! Located near the castle, it's a gateway to a day of exploration. Wander through the town's quaint shops, each one offering a glimpse into the heart of the community. The stories here are alive, woven through the centuries, waiting for you to uncover them. We were recommended by, A true adventurer--relocated from London to Faro over 30 years ago, and he's built a life rich with experience, culture, and family. His mother and brother eventually followed, and together they've found a home that embraces simplicity, yet offers so much depth. Their recommendation was spot on! This place isn't just about great food--it's about perspective. Every meal broadens your understanding of the world. Every interaction enriches your life. You leave not just with a satisfied palate but with a sense of how the world's diversity makes life richer, more flavorful. So go, sit, savor, and see the world differently.

So to start the waiter brought what called chips and salsa and assorted peanuts. We had not yet…read moreseen the menu and were taken aback because we were charged 2.95 Euros each. They were Doritos but the salsa was good and so we're the peanuts. We shared the chicken fajitas. They too were good. Good Mexican food outside of Mexico and the states. However for the bad. The Whole Doritos chips for $8.00 was bad and made the place way over priced.

Absolutely great dinner here last night. The service was outstanding and the uniquely decorated…read moreroom was pleasant and cool. Since it was 96F outside, cool was a welcome benefit. Purchased Margarita's by the pitcher which probably saved a Euro or two. They were great! Rib eye was awesome. But my partner had the steak bites. They said it was their favorite meal all week. The staff worked really hard to keep all the tables happy, and that was a challenge because they had about 20 difficult teens at one table. After about an hour the kids seemed to get over their teen angst and sit and eat and have fun. But earlier it was kind of fun to watch the crazy importance they put around their seating hierarchy. A really great show, and the staff here was super professional and did their best. A great spot, good food, great atmosphere. Prices were fair, but not a great bargain. Above average price for a far and exceedingly above average restaurant.

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.