Top Restaurants in Porches
Top 10 restaurants in Porches, Portugal
Discover the best restaurant in Porches, Portugal including O Alambique, Porches Velho, La Bella Vita, O Barradas, Chrissy's, The Raj Indian Restaurant, Ocean Restaurant, O Leao de Porches, Brasserie Rosal, Ristorante Belmondo
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1. O Alambique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 334 reviews
Reviewed By Katy4Smile - Portugal
There is absolutely nothing negative about this place. You're welcomed with kindness, you're well taken care of, the food is delicious and well presented, the restaurant decoration is pleasant... We were/are happy customers!!!! Other guests seemed happy too. We will certainly go back without hesitation.
2. Porches Velho
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 213 reviews
Hidden away in the quaint Algarve village of Porches, Porches Velho is worth seeking out for high quality food and a secluded country setting looking out to the Monchique Mountains. Housed in a 210-year-old wine cellar, Porches Velho has retained original features in the open plan dining room, including the wooden beams criss-crossing the 5-metre-high ceiling and the latticed windows that fill the room with the beautiful sunlight of the Algarve. The Terrace is a splendid place to dine in the summer, whilst the wood fire in the hearth keeps the dining room warm in the winter. Surrounded by rustic farm tools and the huge aquarium of brightly coloured fish, you can enjoy a menu rich in Portuguese specialities, all prepared with quality produce and crafted by owner Sr. Candeias, who successfully fronted the renowned A Lanterna restaurant in Parchal for 25 years. Fresh, not farmed, the fish served at Porches Velho includes Smoked Swordfish. You can also try the popular Medallions of Black Pork with chestnuts and sweet potatoes, as well as Rabbit, Fish Cataplana and succulent steaks. There is a range of traditional desserts and all dishes can be complemented by a selection from the Portuguese wine list, offering something from all areas of the country. Friday night is Fado Night at Porches Velho and this is the most entertaining time to dine, with traditional, soulful Portuguese music playing whilst you enjoy your meal. Private and spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor Seating, Porches Velho is an ideal venue for groups and celebrations and has hosted several successful wedding receptions.
Reviewed By Caroline B - Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
Excellent service. Sunday roast special was impressive, and very good value at £16. Chicken, roast potatoes, lots of veggies and Yorkshire pudding too! The red cabbage was a nice extra. My friend found some space for a pudding and would recommend the treacle tart.
It’s not easy to park in Stow. We found a space on the road.
3. La Bella Vita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Welcome to "La Bella Vita" Restaurant! You will find an exquisite Italian cuisine and an exceptional service in a unique classic athmosphere in the Algarve. Indulge yourself with delicious dishes and selected wines. Enjoy a spectacular gourmet evening in "La Bella Vita" Restaurant! We look forward to your visit!
Reviewed By aelliott21921 - London, United Kingdom
We had a superb family dinner, service was incredibly friendly - and very patient with our little one. Grown-ups had fantastic specials of the day including a scallop and black truffle spaghetti dish, freshly caught fish and spaghetti vongole. Our toddler polished off the children's portion of spaghetti bolognese but the staff offered to make any fish in a small portion (huge bonus when dealing with a fussy eater!). The venue felt far more elegant than we would normally venture with our little one, but there was a good division between the rooms for families versus couples, and the playground was perfect for taking a play break between courses. We'll definitely be returning this trip!
4. O Barradas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 457 reviews
The cooking style of Restaurante "O Barradas" is based on original Portuguese cuisine and recipes adapted into a more contemporary defined taste. We only chose the best ingredients often found in the local region and serve daily fresh fish caught in Sagres and the tenderest meat from the North of Portugal (Mirandesa).
Reviewed By ccredBuckinghamshire - Buckinghamshire
We visited this restaurant with friends some of which had eaten there before and four of us had not. The outside location was very special under the trees added to the atmosphere. The menu is excellent and fits everyone's dietary needs. I had the John Dory pan fried with garlic and capers. I have to say it was the best fish I had tasted in Portugal during my two week stay, and I had had fish at most of the evening meals. The shared starter was delicious and the restaurant had a good selection of wines. All six of us were completely happy with our meal choices. the dessert selection was very good and we managed to share the pancakes with cream cheese and lemon were amazing. The staff were very friendly and extremely efficient , not rushed and a very pleasant experience.
5. Chrissy's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By NicklinIan - Carvoeiro, Portugal
Four of us, dined here last night having booked 2 days previously.It is recommended that you do book as this restaurant is very popular. We dined alfresco as the night was still unseasonably warm. The menu printed in 5 different languages is comprehensive indeed, self explanatory and accompanied by 3 or 4 specials on the notice board. We heard both Spanish and French clients last evening along with 3 or 4 tables of Brits. Chose 1 or 2 starters each, a main course and then add a dessert or not (the choice is yours). However many courses you do chose, will be accompanied by water and wine included in the price. An amuse bouche of a small prawn pancake on a mixed leaf bed and chilli jam, was brought to the table. Then to start with we chose 2 specials: crispy coated prawns with a garlic and lemon mayonnaise, Chicken livers and Carpaccio of beef. All were delicious. Main courses of: Baby Sole fish grilled, Mixed grilled fish fillets, Sea Bass fillets and Lamb Fillets were all beautifully presented and all tasted fabulous. Desserts of: 2 creme brulee, Orange tart and a chocolate lava cake, all 'hit the mark' for quality, taste and size. With coffee included and the water and wine, our total bill of 155 Euros for 4 people was very acceptable indeed. We will be visiting again very soon. Thank you Chrissy's for a memorable evening.
6. The Raj Indian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
The Raj Indian Restaurant located in the Holiday Inn, Armação de Pêra has a fabulous location overlooking the ocean and has established an excellent reputation for great food and service. Enjoy an evening of authentic Indian cuisine whilst watching the sun set on the horizon and choose your favourite dishes, cooked just the way you prefer. During the summer months dinner may be served on the Terrace or in the cool of the restaurant.
Reviewed By Alan B
Staying in Holiday Inn next door so we thought we would try Restaurant..Atmosphere was good and staff friendly..One point that stood out that there was three of us and all our main meals were spoilt by being too salty..Such a shame..Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the atmosphere and found our staff friendly, however, we are very sorry to read that you found your food salty, and will investigate this further. Kindest regards Vicki Good
7. Ocean Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Ocean Restaurant is VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa's fine dining signature restaurant, established in the southernmost region of Portugal, the Algarve. Austrian Executive Chef Hans Neuner - named Portugal's Chef of the Year 2009 & 2012 - and his team have been awarded Two Michelin Stars since 2011. Every dinner at Ocean restaurant is a sensorial experience, always with breathtaking views over the Atlantic ocean. The Ocean Restaurant is located at the VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa, part of the VILA VITA Hotels group.
Reviewed By WBastiaan - Switzerland
Slowly i was getting used to going to a Michelin rated restaurant and had to experience ups and downs which not always confirmed the rating they had. So i actually was expecting not too much when i visited Ocean. How wrong i was!
The dishes served wowwed me and my partner, great taste and splendid presentation , leaving me puzzled how they could make it like that. Together with a very good service with attention for detail confirmed that in this case Michelin was absolutely right. I would make a d-tour for this restaurant.
8. O Leao de Porches
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By Alison M - Woodbridge, United Kingdom
Every year we make a booking and arrive here,fairly early in the evening. I discuss the various diets amongst the family while booking,and the chef minds this in his cooking. We have vegetarian,nut free, and sometimes a vegan amongst us,but this is never a problem.
Food is beautifully presented,delicious and the staff attentive, together this makes a "must go" visit every year.
Please don't change O Leao de Porches.
9. Brasserie Rosal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Our Crew like to like to welcome you in our cosy and romantic restaurant
Reviewed By VixterLL - Crowborough, United Kingdom
We had a great meal and very reasonable for the set menu, fish was superb and I loved the beef, friendly service, one night we then got a pizza take away and that was superb for the money, would recommend
10. Ristorante Belmondo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 577 reviews
Come and discover art and passion in the true flavours and aromas of authentic "cucina d'Italia." Belmondo gives you the experience of pure gastronomic pleasure amid fantastic scenery. It is only a few steps from the Atlantic Ocean, on the cliffs above Senhora da Rocha beach, between the Pestana Viking and Vila Vita hotels.In November 2012, Belmondo was honoured by the Italian Embassy with the Ospitalità Italiana prize wich selects restaurants from around the world that represent genuine italian cuisine and culture.After a career of 30 years of career in italian food business , in the best restaurants in Italy, France and Germany, distinguished Chef Américo Palmeira ensures that Belmondo’s philosophy - quality and "passione per la cucina" – is upheld. An irresistible menu and a selection of true nectars of the gods create the right atmosphere to relax and soak up the Belmondo world ...
Reviewed By Anna A - Haarlem, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
We had dinner here twice with our three children (15, 10, 7). Staff is professional and very friendly. They really did their best to make us feel comfortable, gave good service and they spoke English. We had a nice starter. Because we do not eat porc they changed the setting of it and the second time we came they even remembered and we got it right away without porc. I think that is an important detail!
For children they make smaller portions. All together we had lasagna, pizza's and risotto and it all tasted very good. Tiramisu and panacotta for desert highly recommended.
And then there is the wine. They have very good wines, very well served.
