Location: Ponta Delgada
Top Restaurants in Ponta Delgada
Where to Eat in Ponta Delgada: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Ponta Delgada (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpõtɐ ˌðɛɫˈɣaðɐ]) is the largest municipality (concelho) and administrative capital of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in Portugal. It is located on São Miguel Island, the largest and most populous in the archipelago. The population in 2011 was 68,809, in an area of 232.99 square kilometres (89.96 square miles). There are 17,629 residents in the three central civil parishes that comprise the historical city: São Pedro, São Sebastião, and São José. Ponta Delgada became the region's administrative capital under the revised constitution of 1976; the judiciary and Catholic see remained in the historical capital of Angra do Heroísmo while the Legislative Assembly of the Azores was established in Horta.
Things to do in Ponta Delgada
1. Sabor da India
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
"Sabor da Índia" brings to you authentic Indian Delicacies. We offer Vegan and Gluten-free courses aside from Chicken, Fish, Lamb and Prawn delicacies. Spicy... or not! The expression "Sabor da India" literally means "The Flavour of India". That is exactly our slogan, or 'Raison d'etre' of our Restaurant - To bring to you all the exotic and spicy tastes from India to the other side of the world - Madeira Island. Come join us for Dinner. We also offer special deals at Lunch, set menus and Take-out.Lunch is served from 12:00 to 15:00, and Dinner is served from 18:00 to 23:00.We offer full disabled facilities, meaning that our Restaurant is designed and fully equipped for people bearing a handicap.
Reviewed By juliek9876 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Friendly staff, great food and as good as any top uk Indian. Menu looks straightforward, but the food is all freshly prepared. A nice surprise. Strongly recommend!Hello, thank you so much for your tripadvisor review. Our food is indeed fresh, we take pride in offering high-quality courses for you. We look forward to see you again, now that you know us better now! Best wishes, the "Sabor da Índia" team
2. Barreirinha Bar Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 632 reviews
Reviewed By MrandMrsPoynton - Stockport, United Kingdom
Visited this bar at numerous times of the day. They serve good coffee. The White House wine is very good. olives are served with your drinks.
It is busy around 5pm for afternoon drinks. But have always managed to get a table.
It can be a very lively place in the evening. DJ playing outside attracts the locals.
The burgers are very good. But unfortunately they have changed the tuna salad for the New Year and it lacks taste. Will be giving that a miss on my next visit. Great place shame someone thinks tuna with boiled potatoes and lettuce is a tasty plate of food! Why change something which was good?
Friendly efficient waiters.
3. O Polar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By Karoline_Crane - Prague, Czech Republic
After walking up to the steep hills and managing all the stairs from the centre of Camara der Lobos we arrived to this great restaurant, yes it was hard :D, and the food was amazing. What a great reward!
The service was brilliant. fast, helpful, smiling waiters.
The place was clean and simple.But the food was so delicious.We took chicken and the special beef skewer- espetada.the melting butter on the top did it even better. The beer was great and very cold!
Thank you for such a great place! :)
4. La Vaca Negra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
We imform our clients that we not open for lunch, and kitchen close at 22:00.. Informamos aos nossos clientes que nao fazemos almoços,e cozinha encerra as 22:00..
Reviewed By Matthew T - Princes Risborough, United Kingdom
Meat eaters dream. This place is amazing, we had a platter between 2 which included rump, sirloin and fillet steak, washed down with Argentinian Malbec. The meat was accompanied with 3 wonderful sources, home made chips, olives and salad. All this came to around £30 each, a bargain compared to most steak houses. Whilst sat there I noticed the waiter shock the hand of every guess when leaving. All the staff were on top form. I can understand the great reviews
5. Restaurante Goya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By linthers - Uckfield, United Kingdom
Have visited many times before but this time we bought two friends who had never been. Once again, everything was just brilliant and our two friends were really impressed. The food was of excellent quality and beautifully presented. The staff are very friendly and professional...MoreDear Guest, Thank you so much for your review and also for have recommended us to your friends. We are glad to know that everything was "brilliant". We're looking forward to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Joana Sousa
6. Restaurante O Forno
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Outside traditional oakwood smoked BBQ. Come & enjoy a celebration of big exciting flavours served alongside true Madeiran favourites. Full menu & daily specials board, including tasty vegetarian dishes & Grandma's signature homemade desserts. Fresh from our BBQ to your plate, BBQ cooking at its best!!!
Reviewed By Venuslowly - Hungary
After the lighthouse visited, just passing by this restaurant, totally can't describe how marvelou they are. Reasonable price, staffs are friendly, must try it out yourself, trust me, you will believe what's am said!!
7. Taberna Madeira
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 867 reviews
A new Restaurant with a modern and minimalist space using traditional and local materials with endemic pieces. Food is local to the island of Madeira with a couple of Mainland and international dishes. A high quality service provided by our experienced staff from Los Angeles to London and Monaco. Without doubt a place to visit whilst in Madeira that will enhance your stay in the island.
Reviewed By themacleans2018 - Bristol, United Kingdom
We stayed in the appartment next door and tried this restaurant on our first night - it was so good that we went back several times. We were made very welcome by the staff and every time the food was excellent - particularly impressive was the tuna belly. The house wines were very acceptable and the whole meal was good value for money. We would recommend booking a table as the reastaurant is small and very popular with locals as well as tourists.Well worth seeking out.
8. Gigi Sumos
Overall Ratings
5 based on 165 reviews
Healthy, Vegan and Vegetarian options, Fruit and vegetable Juices made fresh, Smoothies, Slow juices, Detox juices, Açaí bowl, Milk Shakes, wraps, Toasted sandwiches, cakes, Muffins, coconut water and Gourmet Coffee.
Reviewed By Andy H
Nice to see this concept succeeding. Very fresh ingredients and friendly staff. Service good with free shot of juice when I paid, nice touch!Nice to hear a review about the concept. Thanks for the cumpliments! Our staff is very happy to hear that. Thanks again
9. Leeno's Bar & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Located at the seafront of the Lido (Funchal) Leeno's is a small restaurant that is run by a team of young men who are focused to offer their clients a welcoming experience. Heart warming service and good food that is accessible to all people (locals and tourists) at reasonable prices. Their goal is to give you a reason for you to come back again.
Reviewed By davidpwhittall - Colchester, United Kingdom
We were recommended to this restaurant whilst staying at the Residence at Porto Mare.Great food and friendly staff. A very good view to the sea and we will go back next year for sure.Hi David, thank you for your kind words and review, we are looking forward in welcoming you back again in the near future.
10. Restaurante Planka
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 585 reviews
Some of our specialities are served on hot Oak Planks. The hot Oak Planka maintain a nice temperature of the food during the time the meal is consumed but without any further cooking. Pay us a visit and you will be able to enjoy the best view Funchal has to offer while eating tasty meals prepaired with (antibiotic and groth hormone free) veal so called "Carne Mirandesa". If your preference is fish then we sugest our specialties, the wonderful Tuna fish grilled on charcoal grill or the Oven Baked Cod fish or the salmon. Our wines are carefully choosen and of high quality and taste. For Reservations visit our website or call us directly.
Reviewed By Domingos S - Almada, Portugal
This restaurant was a suggestion of TripAdvisor App, and a very good one, I must say...
The restaurant is located on the top of the mountain, just above Funchal city center.
From the restaurant, it’s possible to have a 180* view of Funchal, including the big cruise ships (the big boats in the harbor).
The Owner of the restaurant is a local citizen, quite friendly, that will provide a quite good and fair description of Planka dishes, and will find time to have few minutes to talk with the visitors.
Once you finish your meal, the Owner will invite you to visit the roof top, where you can take amazing pictures.
I suggest you go around 1 hour before the sunset, so you can enjoy the transition from day into night.
The food is quite OK, although very particular as it is prepared in “low salt” approach, which provide a specific flavor to each plate.
We tried, salmon with a secret combination of aromatic herbs, and the meat was “Posta Mirandesa”, which is a Mainland traditional dish.
The price is mid-range, but the view and the friendly owner, makes it fair.
Enjoy!
