Food & Drink

Vista Restaurante, Praia da Rocha €€€€ The charming Relais & Châteaux Bela Vista Hotel, right on the seafront in Praia da Rocha, is home to one of the best fine-dining

Luar da Foia, Monchique €€ Heading up from Monchique town to Foia, O Luar is on the left, and whilst this place serves the tasty grilled piri-piri chicken that Monchique

Tasca do Petrol, Marmelete € Tasca do Petrol is located in the foothills of the Monchique Mountain, on the road that leads from Monchique to Aljezur. This hugely popular restaurant

Sueste, Ferragudo €€€ For the ultimate in fresh fish, charcoal-grilled to perfection, head for Sueste at the end of the fisherman’s quay in Ferragudo. Simple surroundings with soft jazz ambient

Bon Bon, Sesmarias €€€€ With one Michelin star, Bon Bon has long been known as one of the best restaurants in the area for dining in an intimate ambience. Dine

Hexagone, Sesmarias €€€€ Hexagone serves high-quality food of mostly Mediterranean influence. The menu is backed up by an extensive wine cellar featuring some of Portugal’s finest labels. With an elegant

Ele & Ela, Carvoeiro €€€ A cosy bistro-style eatery in the centre of Carvoeiro, where chef and host Harald has built up a loyal following. The small but eclectic menu

Pashmina, Carvoeiro €€ One of the Algarve’s better Indian restaurants (also in Praia da Luz), tasty curries and good tandoori dishes, all served with a touch of class, try the

The Wolf, Carvoeiro €€€€ Great steaks, rack of lamb and daily fish and seafood specials are served in this upscale bar and grill with smart interiors and outdoor dining on

Terroir, Carvoeiro €€ Terroir Wine Shop & Kitchen is located at the top of Estrada do Farol. This unique wine bar gives the word tapas a whole new meaning, serving