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Serra e Mar
Close to the typical houses of Santana, Serra e Mar is known for its hearty dishes, and the tuna steak with fried corn is highly praised. A simple and unpretentious place with a menu full of traditional dishes, from the mountains and the sea, as the name suggests.
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-8:30 PM.
Cachalote
The setting is stunning, nestled between the sea and the volcanic rocks that formed the Natural Pools of Porto Moniz. The restaurant is quite large, with large windows that act like picture frames. On the menu, the flavors of the sea stand out, especially seafood and fish.
Mon-Sun 10:00 AM-7:00 PM.
Kampo
Júlio Pereira is dynamic and has contributed greatly to Madeira’s gastronomic culture in recent years. He opened Kampo, where he began exploring the richness of regional ingredients in a menu focused mainly on meats. This was followed by Akua, focusing on fish, and more recently the vegetarian Kouve.
Mon-Sun 12:30 PM-11:00 PM.
Desarma
It was one of the big surprises at the 2023 Michelin Gala. Born in Câmara de Lobos, Octávio Freitas couldn’t be more connected to the island where he has always lived and never wanted to leave. And that’s exactly what he serves at the table: the products, the aromas, and the history of Madeira. All of this happens at the top of the hotel The Views Baía, with an incredible view of Funchal and the sea. The wine cellar is also one of the highlights.
Wed-Sat 7:00 PM-9:00 PM.
Il Galo D’Oro
French chef Benoît Sinthon may have French training, but in Madeira, he has embraced the local ecosystem in an absolutely surprising way – and that’s why, in addition to two Michelin stars, he has also earned a green star. He sums up his work like this: “We advocate the use of local products from our island through a creative approach, always respecting traditional flavors.” All this in a beautiful and elegant dining room overlooking the Atlantic.
Tue-Sat 7:00 PM-10:00 PM.
Chalet Vicente
It owes its name to the family of photographers who used to spend their summer holidays in this house, now a restaurant: the Vicentes. Outside, there’s a typically Madeiran garden, and the counter and grill area resemble an old tavern. As for the menu, you can’t go wrong with anything – everything that arrives at the table is recommended, like the usual scabbard fish fillet with banana.
Mon-Sun 12:00 PM-11:00 PM.
Vila do Peixe
In the upper part of the historic center, with huge windows that make the incredible view part of the experience, Vila de Peixe is, as the name suggests, the right choice for fresh fish. The variety available is always extensive, and the limpets and whelks are must-try snacks.
Mon-Sun 12:00 PM-10:30 PM.
Santo António
It’s one of the most iconic restaurants in the area. It started almost 60 years ago as a tavern where people just snacked and drank, but today it’s a fully-fledged establishment, more modern but still welcoming. The most requested dish is the traditional espetada, served with fried corn, fries, and salad.
Mon-Sun 12:00 PM-11:00 PM.
Abrigo do Pastor
It was indeed once a shelter for hunters and shepherds, but today it’s a popular traditional restaurant. The dining room is spacious, and the specialty is meats prepared over fire. It’s a great place, for example, to try the famous espetada (meat skewers), roasted on a grill and served directly on the skewer. There are also game dishes.
Mon-Sun 11:00 AM-11:00 PM.
Casa de Abrigo do Poiso
In the middle of the mountains, surrounded by forest, an old building has been transformed into a traditional restaurant. Some come just for the poncha (a local drink), but we recommend the full experience. The soups are a must, especially the typical tomato and onion soup, but the meats are also excellent.
Mon 9:00 AM-6:00 PM / Tue-Sun 9:00 AM-10:00 PM.
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