Location: Funchal
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Madeira Islands, Portugal Food Guide: 9 Contemporary food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Funchal
Discover Restaurants offering the best Contemporary food in Funchal, Madeira Islands, Portugal. Funchal, the capital of the Madeira archipelago, was declared a city in the 1500s, and became an important point between the old and new worlds. The laid-back city owes much of its historical prominence to "white gold," Madeiran sugar. Today Funchal is known for its appealing temperatures, wine and crafts. Top spots to visit include the open Worker's Market, Blandy's Wine Lodge and the Sacred Art Museum. Friendly locals, walkable streets and cheap taxis make the city easy to get around.
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9. La Ao Fundo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 983 reviews
Reviewed By bobCornwall
We have been going to La Ao Fundo since it first opened and always excellent. The 'couverte' is well worth having and an alternative to the excellent range of starters. I usually go for the 'fish of the day', which is generously sized, and the best risotto I have ever had. Sensibly priced, good quality wines. Always a friendly welcome from the staff and Jaime - 'Chef'.Muito obrigado
8. Restaurante Do Forte
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3144 reviews
Restaurante do Forte Linking the Soul of Restaurant do Forte to the Essence of the São Tiago Fortress (17th Century) is a rare encounter between history, architecture and gastronomy. These spaces can be interpreted, in a genuine experience distinguished b
Reviewed By pauldevere2017
We have just returned from a week's holiday in Funchal where we stayed very near to the Retaurant Do Forte.We popped by on the morrning that we arrived as we wanted somewhere to eat that first evening. The restaurant does not open for lunch but a waiter came forward to talk to us and explain the menus to us. His friendliness encoraged us to have a meal there that evening. This was the first of four that we had there, and another at their sister restaurant not far away.We were able to sample between us most of the dishes and we were never disapponted. We recommend the Concept Menu as best value for money.What makes this restaurant special is that the staff make the evening a special occasion.Service is not rushed but follows a steady pace. All the staff under Silvio,and he himself, make the evening an ocassion and inter-act well with the diners in a friendly and informative way.The food was really wonderful and was always cooked perfectly to our taste and requirements.The layout and ambience of the restaurant is ideal for a long enjoyable evening. Do Forte is probably the nicest restauarnat I have ever been to. To go four times in close succession without any diapointment or complaint says something for this lovely restaurant !
7. Armazem do Sal
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3535 reviews
Reviewed By Kazadilly
A little gem of a restaurant with a fine dining experience, but not too expensive. Service was excellent. We had a 3 course meal with the wine pairing option, which is a great way to explore different wines, matched with your food. We ate exclusively seafood for mains and starter and everything was perfect. Would not hesitate to recommend.
6. Latada do Doutor
Overall Ratings
4 based on 209 reviews
The restaurant "Latada do Doutor" it's placed in the heart of the Funchal city. A place dedicated to the love of the well eating and drinking, with a lovely backyard/terrace, surrounded with a plantation of aromatic and medicinal herbs where the costumers
Reviewed By roadrunner722
We tried to find this restaurant last year, but geography has never been my strong point, and we failed miserably. We were actually just having a stroll and stumbled upon it on our return to Madeira this year. We booked fairly last minute through The Fork and thought that if it wasn't to our liking, we'd just have a main course, a drink and move on. Anyway, lovely staff greeted us and the covered courtyard away from the hustle and bustle of the City and the badgering of the waiting staff on Rua Santa Maria was a delight. We ended up sampling different wines (surrounded by birdsong and their home garden of herbs) and having a really lovely 3 course meal. Great care had been taken with the flavours and, although we had fish and pork for our main courses, they were both more inventive / creative than the standard fare. For example, my fish came on a bed of flavoured potatoes (fennel seed / Rosemary?) with roasted onions and toasted flaked almonds, plus a stuffed tomato - a very good sized portion, but I ate the lot. Please don't let the hidden location deter you, it's actually quite central once you know where it's hidden and becomes an all the more attractive proposition because of that. If you head up from the Marina road (Avenida do Mar) passing Theo's Bazar Cafe and the Golden Gate on your right, cross the road, and head straight up Avenida Zarco, there's the entrance to a medical practice and to the restaurant almost opposite you when you reach the next junction, and Bob's your Uncle - not off the beaten track at all, although it will feel like that when you get there.The Restaurant "Latada do Doutor" and the entire staff thank you for your excellent evaluation. It was a pleasure to serve you. We hope to see you soon. Best regards.
5. Armazem do Sal
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3535 reviews
Reviewed By Kazadilly
A little gem of a restaurant with a fine dining experience, but not too expensive. Service was excellent. We had a 3 course meal with the wine pairing option, which is a great way to explore different wines, matched with your food. We ate exclusively seafood for mains and starter and everything was perfect. Would not hesitate to recommend.
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4. Design Centre Nini Andrade Silva Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 642 reviews
An exclusive environment, with an amazing view all around of the Funchal bay, marked by black and white tones. You will be surprised by the unique atmosphere and sublime cuisine! Vegetarian a la carte menu available | Gluten free options available on requ
Reviewed By imhaaland
The restaurant is located in a stunning location with fantastic viwe over Funchal. We went for the 7 course set menu with wine pairing. Some of the dishes was lacking salt or spices, and was a bit disapointing. Other was good, but not outstanding. It is quite expensive place, so we would have expected a bit higher standard on the food. But if you are looking for a restaurant with a spectacular view of Funchal and the harbour this is the place.Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your review about us here in the TripAdvisor. We are really so happy to know you have enjoyed the location aswell as the view.We also want to thank you for saying your opinion related to seasoning of the dishes, however, we try to make the seasoning agreable with most customers, in other words, not too spicy or too salty, in this way any extras can be added to accomodate each persons preference.Thank you once again!We hope to have an opportunity to welcome you back soon!Kind regards,Nini Design Centre Team
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3. Design Centre Nini Andrade Silva Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 642 reviews
An exclusive environment, with an amazing view all around of the Funchal bay, marked by black and white tones. You will be surprised by the unique atmosphere and sublime cuisine! Vegetarian a la carte menu available | Gluten free options available on requ
Reviewed By imhaaland
The restaurant is located in a stunning location with fantastic viwe over Funchal. We went for the 7 course set menu with wine pairing. Some of the dishes was lacking salt or spices, and was a bit disapointing. Other was good, but not outstanding. It is quite expensive place, so we would have expected a bit higher standard on the food. But if you are looking for a restaurant with a spectacular view of Funchal and the harbour this is the place.Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your review about us here in the TripAdvisor. We are really so happy to know you have enjoyed the location aswell as the view.We also want to thank you for saying your opinion related to seasoning of the dishes, however, we try to make the seasoning agreable with most customers, in other words, not too spicy or too salty, in this way any extras can be added to accomodate each persons preference.Thank you once again!We hope to have an opportunity to welcome you back soon!Kind regards,Nini Design Centre Team
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2. MadMarket
Overall Ratings
5 based on 382 reviews
Located in the interior of Monumental Experience shopping center, MadMarket Restaurant grants its guests an authentic traditional experience. Madeirean exquisite food and delicacies are carefully prepared by the kitchen staff and served with love and care
Reviewed By sebjgreen
Service was a little slow & it wasn't that busy. They also had no tofu, but the staff didn't tell us this untill we tried to order it. We should have been told when they gave us the menu. Wait for the food was quite a while, but when it came it was worth the wait. Amazing food.Thank you very much for your review! We are really glad you enjoyed our food and we are very happy to know it was worth the wait. We apologize about the delay to serve you. At our restaurant we work with local and fresh products and we have very rigorous quality standards. Cooking preparations for certain dishes are sometimes long because we prepare everything at the moment. About the miscommunication about the tofu option, we are going to improve our communication process regarding the items in our menu and we appreciate your feedback. We always try to prepare our food according to traditional recipes and with the freshest possible ingredients to provide a special culinary experience and a way to discover the true typical Portuguese cuisine. Thank you very much for sharing your opinion and we hope to see you again soon!
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1. Armazem do Sal
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3535 reviews
Reviewed By Kazadilly
A little gem of a restaurant with a fine dining experience, but not too expensive. Service was excellent. We had a 3 course meal with the wine pairing option, which is a great way to explore different wines, matched with your food. We ate exclusively seafood for mains and starter and everything was perfect. Would not hesitate to recommend.
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