Alvor restaurants
Taverna do Guedes Tipica-Alvor
This old building was once a wine adega and still retains the atmosphere, For views of the river and to see the food being grilled sit on the roof terrace and sample the fresh fish. Pork and chicken are oven baked. Very affordable and good for an evening out. Go down one-way street to old fish market/quay and it is in last street on left. Open from Noon until Midnight.
Restaurant Galeria-Alvor
Relax with Jazz music, International Cuisine and attentive service. Try gratinated seafood starter in a shell, Kebabs with Yoghurt Sauce or Salmon Provencal. Paella is a speciality a good feast for two served valencian style in traditional large peaella pan. Open from 5pm until Midnight.
Fisherman’s Rest-Alvor
This restaurant has one of the best positions in Alvor at the bottom of the street leading to the Fish Market almost down to the waters edge. Choose fish and you may even see your fish being landed. A dish called Caldeirada is not to be missed - a typical Fisherman’s stew. Open from 10am - until Midnight, 15 Jan-15 Dec.
Cotton’s Restauarant - Alto Club
A classy restaurant with superb food and matching service. Elegantly furnished and very relaxing with large terrace. Three times a week you can enjoy listening to music by a live pianist and on Friday’s there is a BBQ and live music. Vegetarians are also catered for and there is a wide menu of steaks, lamb and fresh fish. Open from noon until 3pm and from 7 until 11pm daily. Due to its' popularity it is advisable to pre-book during peak periods.
A fun packed restaurant to the sounds of Reggae, Funk, Soul and Salsa. Bob Marley prints adorn the walls along with ethnic paintings. Try the melt in the mouth shoama kebabs. Open from 4pm until 3am. (6pm until 3am during the Winter).
Restaurant Fonte de Pedra - Alcalar (nr. Alvor)
Alcalar is famous for its Neolithic burial chamber which is open to the public. This country restaurant is a few minutes away and combines superbly for a day or evening out and has been a long-time favourite with British and local residents. Inside is typically rustic and embellished with antiques. The food is the best of Portuguese, but creative, try the Pork with figs, casseroled rabbit or lamb, steak with almonds or fresh fish. Reasonable prices, live music Fri - Sats. Open from noon until 3pm for lunch and from 7pm until 10.30pm for dinner. (Check winter opening). Again, due to its' popularity, it is advisable to pre-book during peak periods.
Lusitania Pizzeria-Alvor
A beautifully restored fishermans house. Choose from a typical Portuguese menu or try the Pastas and large traditionally baked pizzas with generous toppings. Take lunch under the vines or enjoy the evening buzz in the pretty terrace garden. Open from Noon until Midnight.
Restaurant Hellmans-Alvor
Situated overlooking Alvor bay. Dine and watch the yachts and fishing boats bobbing gently in the harbour. Views across the bay towards the lights of Lagos. Portuguese and International cuisine, fish being a speciality. Meat lovers and vegetarians also well catered for. Open from 6pm until 10.30pm.
Restaurant Vagabondo-Alvor
Situated on the main road down to the harbour, a charming restaurant with a pretty terraced garden surrounded by almond and orange trees. Watch the food being cooked on the charcoal grill. Huge kebabs for two persons as well as lamb with gratinated potatoes. Shrimps piri-piri and much more. Extensive childrens menu. Open from 6pm until 10.30pm. Closed Sundays in winter.
Al Dente - Alvor
Opposite the back entrance of the Alto Club, is this Italian Restaurante and Pizzeria. Staff will escort you to a table in the informal conservatory to dine, or why not ask to be seated in the front area and watch your food being prepared. There is something on the menu to suit everyone, the service is quick and the food is excellent. It does tend to get very busy early evening with families and young children, but it is well worth the wait.
Please note that many restaurantes in Alvor are closed on a Tuesday.
Burgau and Luz
area restaurants
Burgau Beach Bar
Not open in evenings till mid-April. Gets very busy in the summer. Good quality food served - chicken, steaks, kebabs, fresh fish plus the usual meat filled rolls, burgers etc. The bar is situated directly on the beach, ideal for both children and adults to eat and for children to return to playing. Reservation recommended.
Situated about 500 yards outside of Burgau on the Luz coast road. Excellent home cooked meals available most evenings .Opening times vary seasonally There is a large bar with ample seating area and games room equipped with a large screen satellite TV’S. Spend the day round the pool and large terrace. Sundays enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch with a choice of roasts and 3 courses. Full and children’s menu available from 6pm onwards.
Boia Bar, Salema
Don’t let the name mis-lead you. This is a Portuguese bar/restaurant on the beach in Salema. Park in the main car park at the bottom of the hill on the right and walk about 20 yards along the road to the left. Choice of seating inside and out with an extensive choice of fish and meat dishes. Beautiful surroundings and very friendly staff.
Chaplin's, Luz
Formerly known as ‘The Baccuss Bar’ situated opposite the church in Praia da Luz. This is a family bar with Satellite TV offering a wide and varied menu with something for all tastes and a very popular Sunday Lunch menu.
Fontenario, Espiche
An excellent family run restaurant run by Julio and Debbie, offering an extensive Portuguese and International menu in relaxing and pleasant surroundings. Try the cardinal prawns followed by meat kebab or one of the many traditional Portuguese dishes.Show your Independent Villas invoice to get 5% off your bill.Small children’s play area outside on terrace. Seating here also.
O Cellero, nr. Burgau
On N125 between Lagos and Burgau, just before Burgau turn off. An excellent meal with first class service and a wide choice of meat, fish and shell fish. All of which is presented before cooking for your inspection.
O Tiago, Budens
Situated in the village of Budens just off the N125 between Burgau and Salema. Jointly run by Stella who cooks and her son Michael who will look after your every need. The menu is varied and the portions are generous. Booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.
O Poco, Luz
Not tried by ourselves but highly recommended by clients. On the Luz promenade near where rocks start on west end of beach above O Pirata. Chicken Piri Piri, good fish menu and excellent steaks. Appreciate the lovely sea view whilst you enjoy your meal.
Fortaleza Da Luz
Resevations are recommended at this restaurant established for 16yrs. Open daily throughout the year. There is an internal ocean terrace and another outside in the gardens. During the summer the garden restaurant is a ‘Brazillian Churrasco’ with an open air bar selling tropical fruit, cocktails (alcoholic & non alcoholic), juices as well as the full range of usual drinks.
A very friendly and relaxed ambiance. In good position overlooking the sea. Daily dish of the day. Extensive menu and many mouth watering dishes. Lobster is a house speciality but must be ordered in advance.
Beira Mar, Burgau
A friendly restaurant situated at the bottom of the slip way in Burgau. Good quality food and varied menu, many fish dish specialities. Excellent sea views.
Lagos area restaurants
O Cantinho Algarvio at Rua Afonso de Almeida, Lagos
A family run restaurant with traditional Portugueuse cuisine. House specialty includes fish cataplana, grilled fish,wild Boar. Home made desserts.
O Pirata Restaurante Bar at Estrada do Porto de Mos, Lagos
A very friendly and welcoming restaurant. Cosy rustic atmosphere. Serves Portuguese specialitites with Azorian flavour and hospitality. Excellent steaks and shrimps, Swordfish and sauté banana, grilled tuna, stroganoff etc. Home made desserts. English breakfast available too. Open from 10am until 2am.
Restaurante Fontenario off the old N125, Espiche, nr Lagos
An excellent family run restaurant run by Julio and Debbie, offering an extensive Portuguese and International menu in relaxing and pleasant surroundings. Specialities include lamb Fontenario, cataplanas, kebabs, Portuguese steak and fresh fish. Also provide a small children’s menu and play area.
Pouso do Infante Restaurante at Rua Afonso de Almeida
Portuguese and international cuisine wide selection of grilled dishes.
Varied bar snacks, International cuisine, cataplanas, fresh fish. Friendly atmosphere.
Don Sebastio Restaurante
at Rua 25 de Abril, 20 -22
Charcoal grilled meat and fish dishes. Live seafood—shrimp, prawns, crayfish, lobster and oysters.
Restaurante Fernando at Rua Portas de Portugal
Their speciality is ‘home of superb steak’.
O'Navegador at Rua da Barroca
This is one of the finest restaurants in Lagos with lovely sea views. Choose from a delicious international menu whilst at the same time enjoy the beautiful scenery.
