BEACH RESTAURANTS & BEACH CLUBS
From relaxed restaurants on the sand to stylish beach clubs, these are some of our favourite places for eating, drinking and enjoying the Algarve by the sea.
ÁGUA QLUB — Vilamoura Beach
EXCELLENT SUSHI • BEACHFRONT DINING • BALI BEDS
BEST FOR: Sushi & Full Beach Day
One of our favourite spots in Vilamoura. Enjoy excellent sushi and Mediterranean cuisine by the beach, or spend the day on a Bali bed with food and drinks served directly on the beach. During the summer, the outdoor area often comes alive with DJ sessions and occasional live music.
ROCHA BAIXINHA — Falésia Beach
FRESH FISH & SEAFOOD • ON THE SAND • FALÉSIA SUNSETS
BEST FOR: Fish, Seafood & Sunset
A beachfront favourite for fresh fish and seafood,
with tables right by the sand and beautiful sunset views over Falésia Beach.
Very popular, so booking ahead is recommended.
THAI BEACH CLUB — Falésia Beach
THAI & ASIAN CUISINE • SOPHISTICATED VIBE • MUSIC & PARTY
BEST FOR: Lively Beach Dining
A lively and sophisticated beachfront restaurant we regularly visit and recommend. Known for its Thai and Asian cuisine, friendly service and vibrant atmosphere, combining dining by the sea with music and a fun beach-club experience.
NOSOLOÁGUA FALÉSIA — Falésia Beach
GOOD SUSHI • CHILL-OUT VIBES • SUNSET PARTIES
BEST FOR: Sunset & DJ Parties
One of our favourite beach spots for good sushi and a cool, relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy chill-out music by the sea during the day, while summer brings its well-known sunset parties with DJs.
BJ’S OCEANSIDE — Quarteira
ON THE SAND • LIVE MUSIC • GREAT ATMOSPHERE
BEST FOR: Relaxed Beach Dining & Live Music
A relaxed beachfront restaurant we know and recommend for its friendly, lively staff and great atmosphere. Set right on the sand overlooking the sea, it’s especially popular for its fun atmosphere and live music on selected dates.
WELL VALE DO LOBO — Vale do Lobo
POOL & DAY BEDS • EXCELLENT SUSHI • SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT
BEST FOR: Pool & Summer Beach Club
A spectacular seasonal beach club set above the cliffs of Vale do Lobo overlooking the Atlantic. It combines a large swimming pool surrounded by day beds, excellent sushi, restaurant dining and a lively summer atmosphere.
QUARTEIRA LOCAL FAVORITES
Discover some of our favourite local restaurants in Quarteira, from traditional Portuguese fish and seafood to petiscos and great Portuguese wines.
CORAL FOOD & WINE TAPAS — Quarteira Seafront
PORTUGUESE TAPAS • LOCAL FLAVOURS • GREAT WINES
BEST FOR: Discovering Portuguese Flavours
One of our favourite choices for visitors who want to discover Portuguese cuisine. The small-plate concept makes it easy to taste and share several traditional Portuguese flavours in one meal, accompanied by a good selection of wines and a great location overlooking Quarteira’s seafront.
TICO TICO — Quarteira Seafront
TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE • FRESH FISH & SEAFOOD • LIVELY ATMOSPHERE
BEST FOR: Traditional Portuguese Food
A restaurant we regularly visit and recommend for traditional Portuguese cuisine, particularly fresh fish and seafood. With friendly and lively service, a great atmosphere and an excellent location on Quarteira’s seafront, it’s a great choice for visitors looking for an authentic Portuguese dining experience.
SOCIAL VINHOS & PETISCOS — Quarteira
PORTUGUESE PETISCOS • GREAT WINE SELECTION • COSY ATMOSPHERE
BEST FOR: Portuguese Wine & Petiscos
A cosy local restaurant we regularly visit for Portuguese-style petiscos and an excellent selection of wines. Its warm atmosphere makes it a great choice for sharing food and discovering Portuguese wines.
BEM BOM RESTAURANTE — Quarteira
BRAZILIAN RODÍZIO • QUALITY MEATS • GREAT VALUE
BEST FOR: Brazilian BBQ & Great Value
A great choice in Quarteira for lovers of Brazilian-style barbecue. Bem Bom offers a traditional rodízio experience with a variety of grilled meats served at the table, combining good-quality meat with excellent value for money.
VILAMOURA MARINA & MARINA NORTH FAVOURITES
From Portuguese and international cuisine to steakhouses, Japanese, Chinese and lively dinner spots, these are some of the restaurants in and around Vilamoura Marina that we regularly recommend.
RARE STEAKHOUSE — Vilamoura Marina
PREMIUM STEAKS • CHARCOAL GRILLED • MARINA VIEWS
BEST FOR: Premium Steak
One of our favourite choices in Vilamoura Marina for high-quality steaks. Known for premium cuts cooked over charcoal and wood fire, Rare combines excellent meat, attentive service and a stylish atmosphere with beautiful views across the marina.
FAIRWAYS STEAK HOUSE — Vilamoura Marina
GREAT STEAKS • GOLF-THEMED • FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
BEST FOR: Golfers & Relaxed Steak Dinner
A distinctive steakhouse in Vilamoura Marina, known for its tasty steaks, relaxed atmosphere and golf-themed interior. With golf memorabilia and décor throughout the restaurant, it’s a particularly fun choice for golfers visiting Vilamoura.
ZU YI — Vilamoura Marina
CHINESE CUISINE • GREAT VALUE • MARINA VIEWS
BEST FOR: Chinese & Value
Our favourite Chinese restaurant in the Vilamoura area and a place we visit regularly. Known for delicious Chinese cuisine, good value and a beautiful interior, it also enjoys a fantastic location overlooking Vilamoura Marina. A great choice for both dining in and takeaway.
NEWS RESTAURANT — Vilamoura Marina
GREAT FOOD • BEAUTIFUL MARINA DECK • STYLISH ATMOSPHERE
BEST FOR: Stylish Marina Dining
One of our favourite restaurants in Vilamoura Marina and a place we regularly visit. With consistently good food, a stylish interior and a beautiful white deck overlooking the marina, News is a great choice for a relaxed meal in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere.
RETINTO RODÍZIO & WINE — Marina North, Vilamoura
BRAZILIAN RODÍZIO • VARIETY OF MEATS • ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT EXPERIENCE
BEST FOR: Meat Lovers & Groups
A Brazilian-style rodízio restaurant in Marina North, just a short walk from Vilamoura Marina. For a fixed price, guests can enjoy a wide variety of different meats and cuts continuously served at the table, making it a fun and generous dining experience for meat lovers and groups.
UMAI JAPANESE EXPERIENCE – VILAMOURA — Marina North
JAPANESE CUISINE • GREAT SUSHI • MODERN DINING
BEST FOR: Japanese Dining
One of our favourite choices for Japanese food in Vilamoura and a restaurant we visit regularly. Located in Marina North, just a short walk from Vilamoura Marina, Umai offers a varied selection of Japanese cuisine, including excellent sushi, in a modern setting.
EL PATRON — Vilamoura Marina
MEXICAN FOOD • MUSIC & DANCING • MARINA VIBES
BEST FOR: Dinner & Night Out
A lively Mexican restaurant in Vilamoura Marina that we regularly visit and recommend. Enjoy Mexican food on its stylish marina deck, followed by music and dancing in a fun, energetic atmosphere. A great choice for groups and anyone looking to combine dinner with a night out.
AKVAVIT — Vilamoura Marina
EXCELLENT CUISINE • MARINA CLASSIC • WATERFRONT DECK
BEST FOR: All-Round Quality Dining
One of our top restaurant recommendations in Vilamoura Marina and a place we have known and visited for many years. Akvavit combines excellent cuisine, including Portuguese dishes, fresh fish and Scandinavian influences, with attentive service and a beautiful waterfront deck.