Location: Tavira
Top Restaurants in Tavira
Top 10 restaurants in Tavira, Portugal
Tavira (Portuguese pronunciation: [tɐˈviɾɐ]) is a Portuguese town and municipality, capital of the Costa do Acantilado, situated in the east of the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal. It is 28 kilometres (17 miles) east of Faro and 75 kilometres (47 miles) west of Huelva across the Río Grande (Rio Guadiana) into Spain. The Gilão River meets the Atlantic Ocean in Tavira. The population in 2011 was 26,167, in an area of 606.97 km².
Things to do in Tavira
1. Restaurante Avenida
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
Reviewed By Stuart B - Tavira, Portugal
We came here Saturday evening with a couple of friends, and since we enjoyed it so much we came back for Sunday lunch with a different friend. Both meals were very good, especially the prawn crepes and also the lamb cutlets. The Deserts were excellent and we really enjoyed the chocolate and lemon tart. Service was good and the only slight downside was waiting almost 20 minutes for the bill.
2. Aquasul
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 731 reviews
Reviewed By DiaboPLI - Berlin, Germany
I was not happy when my wife picked this place. The kitchen style is unclear: a little Portuguese, a little African, lots of Italian...but, I must admit, the food was VERY good. The wines are clearly overpriced for Portuguese standards.
3. A Barquinha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
It is on the quay side. Small and a favourite of ours. Owned by two sisters - Julia is M'd - wonderful host. Lunch/tourist menu is excellent value.
Reviewed By Tourmalina - Peak District, United Kingdom
It took us two attempts to find this highly-recommended restaurant - perhaps because there is no signage outside. We should have realised, however - the tables outside this quite small restaurant on the riverside just past the Mercado da Ribeira were packed, while the considerably larger restaurants on either side were virtually empty. And if that was not a good enough clue, the clincher was the redoubtable owner Julia holding court among her customers and exchanging repartee with passers-by.
It was so good that though we originally planned to eat at a different restaurant each night during our stay in Tavira, we returned to A Barquinha for our final meal. On both occasions the food was delicious, the service impeccable and the welcome truly friendly. Julia has the gift of making you feel like an old friend, and her advice on what to order is sound...she does her best to cater to what you want rather than what she wants to sell.
On our first visit I ordered veal with mushrooms - really tasty - and for our farewell meal had the Golden Bream recommended by Julia. It was superb - as was the delicious salad served before the main course. I know it seems odd to rave about a salad, but as other reviewers have noted, it really is special!
Four main courses, one dessert, a bottle of wine and three beers came to just 68€. What a treat!
4. Pizzaria Roma
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By ALandVIPPY - Zug, Switzerland
Great location, right on the front. Nice staff, who are very attentive and seem happy/smiling.
I went for salad starters and on both occasions they were both fresh, packed with flavour and thoroughly enjoyable. I did pizza first time and pasta the second time and both visits were worth it.
Whilst pizzas might be simple food, they're also easy to mess up, but these were consistently wonderful.
5. Pessoa's Cafe Wines & Tapas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Pessoa's is a cozy cafe with character, situated in the heart of the pittoresque town of Tavira. With our ample selection of tapas & wine you can truly enjoy our beautiful view. All our goods are fresh from the local market!
Reviewed By Jackiee19 - Scotland
Drinks and tapas on the pavement or inside. I prefer inside by the door as it’s the best of both worlds. You can see the river and surroundings but not be almost run over or have people smoking around you. Food is fresh and tasty and service is friendly. Not as cheap as many.
6. Restaurante O Castelo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 704 reviews
Is a place where you are always welcome, and feel like home. Exelent steaks. Just feel the difference. SMALL RESTAURANT . Reservations is very welcome. Thank you.
Reviewed By liseteberenguer - Funchal, Portugal
Excellent restaurant! The food is very fresh! I tried the angus beef/ steak and was excellent, very suculent! The other plates looked, smelled and tasted good! The staff is very friendly and helpful! i will return and I highly recommend eating in this restaurant!
7. Typical Indian Tandoori Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
Punjab, Tandoori, Goan, Madras, and Balti, Indian Food. Good for: Families with children, couples, big and small groups, Open for lunch and dinner, walk-ins and Reservations accepted, take away also available.
Reviewed By Elizabeth M - Geneva, Switzerland
We had lunch here. We were made very welcome and had a well presented meal (not huge portions which suits us).
8. Mira Cafe Tapas&wine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Mira Café, a reference in Tavira with a new concept, star with a nice breakfast or lunch and try our Tapas in the evening... Come and visit us, will be a pleasure
Reviewed By SarahBrittan - London, United Kingdom
We went there this evening, having had recommendations from a friend. What a lovely place! We had the curried prawns and squid, the roast beef and the octopus. All were amazing! And so reasonable. We had a delicious jug of rose sangria to wash it all down! We had delicious homemade puddings (biscuit cake and apple pie) for dessert, which were fab.
The couple running the place were so lovely too. Can highly recommend.
9. D'gusta
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 588 reviews
Reviewed By PoisFisher - Hagworthingham
This was a lovely restaurant with friendly helpful staff that spoke good English. The dishes were very different from the norm but in a very good way. Lots of new flavour combinations.
We particularly liked the tuna carpaccio with flaked almonds. The prawn dish was excellent as was the pumpkin with cinnamon.
We went early, and although fully booked, they managed to serve us before our table was needed for other guests.
We wanted to return but was always fully booked. So be warned, this place is really good, if you want to go, book early.
10. The Food Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By Jo C
Tavira isn’t short of good places to eat but this small, homely restaurant is well worth seeking out. The food is organic, fresh, imaginative and superbly cooked; the surroundings are comfortable, simple and cozy; the wine, recommended by our wonderful host was delicious. Take the time to wander away from the main square and eating areas and have a real treat, you won’t be disappointed.
