The 38 best bars and drinks in Portimao

Beautiful beach with clear water and stunning cliffs. Lots of bars and restaurants nearby. A must-visit in Portimão! One of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal!

Wow. This beach exceeded expectations. Walked it for about 2 km and loved every part of it. Dramatic waves and beautiful cliffs. Easily accessible and there's a viewpoint after about 1km where you can watch the sunset over the cliffs.

Woweeee!!! This was THE beach to be at in Praia da Rocha!! We were there in August and even though it LOOKED busy it’s such a large area that it was an amazing experience. To see the beaches, jump the waves, rent a cabana, walk along the boardwalk and eat lunch at one of the beaches restaurants. We were lucky enough to watch the sunset from the best window seat at Casa da Rocha that overlooks the beach.

Beautiful soft sand and the sea was significantly warmer than in Lagos. Just an absolutely long stretch of beach with sun loungers. Bring your own snacks and drinks.

Beautiful beach and sand. Water is not clear and quite a lot of algae. October still hot enough for beach days, water is quite cold so do not recommend to swim. Gets quite windy as the day goes on. During off season a lot of space. Beautiful rock formation nearby.

The most famous beach in the Algarve, the most chic and trendy and the busiest as well ... This large beach, bordered by imposing ochre and red cliffs, carved out by caves, is a favorite destination for Germans and English tourists. Unfortunately, the seafront buildings overlook these same cliffs and somewhat spoil our enjoyment! Festivals, parties, and DJs in season delight a young, cosmopolitan crowd. Restaurants spread along the new wooden walkway, aimed at tourists. Whether you like this setting or not, the atmosphere is there. You can always take a stroll along the beaches, from Praia da Rocha to Praia da Vau, passing by Praia dos Três Castelos at low tide ...

I had high expectations of Praua da Rocha, but perhaps they were too high. Yes, parts of this resort are very pleasing on the eye(especially the beach and rugged cliffs), but the resort is just too small. Most of the pubs and clubs are located in one small section and after 10 days(which is far too long to spend at this place), we ended up visiting the same places over and over again. The resort mainly consists of restaurants and apartments. If you are disabled then forget about visiting the beach. There are steep cliffs running along the entirity of the front, and the beach is only accessible via steps. There is no lift to take you down. There was only one road that led down to the beach, but this was so steep that coming back up on a .mobility scooter would have been impossible. Every day on our travels, we would be accosted by drug dealers attempting to peddle their ill-gotten wares . Despite telling the same people over and over that we were not interested, nevertheless, they harassed us incessantly! Furthermore, be wary of the scammers and tramps that lurk here. Some pubs won't let them in, but others have no such qualms. Anyone on their own who gives you a sob story is best avoided. In all, I will not be visiting this place again.

Food was good but for a 100 euros bill I'd expect service to be good too. We waited about 40+ minutes for our mains. When I asked the waiter if they had forgotten our order and he assured me they didn't only for our dishes to magically appear 2 min later. (Next time just be honest) Then we waited around 20 minutes after we finished our mains for someone to ask us if we wanted desert. They also took forever to get us the bill. In the end we spent two and a hlf hours in there. The most frustrating part was that the tables around us were getting served. Both tables next to us arrived AFTER we did at the restaurant and were served and left before us. I don't know if they didn't like us for some reason but I felt ignored most of the time there. Unfortunately I cannot recommend this restaurant.

Bread and butter starter was delicious. Burrata was creamy, and the roasted cherry tomatoes with it were very flavorful. The ratatouille was tasty, rich tomato flavor in the sauce. My friend enjoyed the steak and potatoes. The fruit plate for dessert was a waste of money; very few pieces of fruit and nothing "exotic" despite the menu description. We got lucky to walk in just before dinner rush, but reservations would be a good idea. Took a long time to get the attention of the staff to get our check, despite them clearing the table, so they knew we didn't have anything left. View of the beach and ocean is pretty. It got chilly as we were sitting outside in the evening.

What a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful outlook. The owner was fantastic, charismatic & attentive. The food was delicious and there are so many wines to choose from. Our only minor point was that after we finished our main we sat for over 30 mins before anyone revisited our table. Overall a wonderful evening and would definitely go again.

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner with good service and amazing food. Waiter suggested the wine and items and it was delicious. Loved the lobster and Caesar which was an unconstructed salad. Lobster slices and so tender! Bibb lettuce with condiments on side. Loved the grilled octopus with boiled potatoes. Out of this world and tender! Also loved the spider crab and scallop ravioli in a light sauce, all fresh and homemade pasta. Put it at the top of your dining list!

During our first visit to the Algarve in summer 2025, we dined at Restaurante F. While the presentation and flavor of the food were excellent, the overall service fell short of expectations. On our initial visit, the restaurant was nearly empty, yet it took a considerable amount of time before we were attended to, and the wait for our food was unusually long. When we inquired about making a reservation for another evening, the waiter simply directed us to book online or by phone rather than assisting us directly — an approach that felt impersonal, particularly for an establishment of this standard. The following day we returned to make a reservation in person and were offered a table for the next evening. Upon arrival, we politely requested to be seated closer to the terrace, as my husband is a smoker. The manager declined, stating that with so many reservations they could not accommodate everyone — despite the restaurant being nearly empty at the time. Instead, we were seated at a table directly in front of the restroom entrance, with constant foot traffic from both guests and staff. Given the unaccommodating attitude and uncomfortable seating arrangement, we ultimately chose to leave and dined instead at Café del Mar, which — though larger and busier — provided a much warmer and more professional service. In my view, Michelin recognition should extend beyond the quality of the food to include the entire guest experience. Unfortunately, Restaurante F did not live up to that standard.

Very good food and prices, but not exceptional for the Michelin guide. Views are excellent, but you don’t see anything when it’s dark. Wine selection is special! We had oysters, wagyu beef tartar, which had an interesting twist, and then beef entrecôte, and unfortunately it was brought on the cold stone plate.

We hadn't reserved, but came early and were lucky to get a table. Service a bit slow, not coming by as quick or often as I would have preferred. But they were kind and the food made up for it. Wish we would have gone more days, so I could've have tried more dishes from their menu.

Pretty good food, tasted pretty fresh - nothing to write home about. Service was a bit slow but the views and the atmosphere make up for it - can’t beat watching the waves 🌊. Dessert was a bit odd and underwhelming. I’d say the Food was pretty secondary to the views and the atmosphere in my opinion. We sat by the pool so it was a lot quieter, the beach section sounded a lot rowdier.

Our experience was good. The food was tasty, was served rapidly. It helped there was not packed with a lot of people. There were many waiters and were attentive to serve our needs and to take away the empty plates. The atmosphere was good with ambient music and very close to the beach , just the restaurant is by the beach, Good experience . From our side we recommend it.

We booked the Opium beds in the VIP area and it was such a great experience! The staff were super quick and attentive, always checking in. The food and drinks were delicious, and the whole vibe of the place was amazing. The pool was definitely a highlight — it’s salt water so you can float so easily, which makes it extra relaxing. What I loved most is that in the morning it felt calm and chill, then as the day went on the music got louder and it turned into more of a party. Perfect balance of relaxing and fun. We’ll 100% be back next time we’re in Portimão!

Spent some quality time on one the the full size sunbed which was €50 for the whole day, staff were very quick to serve, went for the Sushi which was good, cocktails were well prepared, finished off with 2 lovely deserts. Had a mid afternoon Red Sangria which had a lovely punch to it. Sea was so refreshing after a few hours in the sun. The setting is great and the decor and seating is great.

This place is a must visit!!! The vibes here were impeccable. We rented the opium king bed for the day and it did not disappoint. The scenery was amazing, we had such a nice view of the ocean. Finally, the food was so delicious and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend this spot and will be returning.

Gorgeous place to spend the day. Quality food, friendly staff, and comfortable wide sunbeds. Highly recommend the sushi and bao buns. Book the beds in advance however. Can also hire towels for €5.

We found this place while walking around. The beach/ restaurant is beautiful, we went on a Monday and were able to get two sun beds for the day, we also had a baby with us which was no problem. The staff went above and beyond for us, we booked in for lunch and the sushi was amazing. We had the best day!

We started with the couvert, something I rarely order, but it was absolutely worth it, along with a refreshing oyster ceviche as our starter. For the main course, we had pargo (a type of fish) that was perfectly cooked and delicious, served with a simple yet flavorful tomato and onion salad, grilled baby potatoes, and a shrimp “cachorrinho.” The service was excellent—our waiter, Filipe (if I recall correctly), was attentive and friendly. On top of that, the restaurant offers a stunning view of the beach. I definitely recommend heading up to the rooftop to make the most of it. A great spot for both the food and the atmosphere!

What an amazing place. Locally owned and not crowded. We had the best oysters and risotto ever in my life. And the view and breeze just tops it off!

4/5⭐️ Visited: October 16th 2025 (~13:00h) Order: 0.75l Sparkling water (4,50€), Passion Fruit Mocktail (6€), Rei das Praias Aperitif (7€), Rei das Praias Vinho Branco (7€), Couvert (8,40€), Cheese (4,50€), 2 Oysters (7,80€), Arroz de Marisco (59€) Food: - Drinks were very good through and trough, although a real non-alcoholic aperitif would have been nice, as the mocktail was not sparkling -Couvert: - three different types of bread, all very nice and quite different from each other - beetroot cream cheese, a little too sweet, could have used some acidity and a little more salz, but still tasty - two different kinds of fried meatballs (1 each), taste was ok, but they looked crunchy and were very soggy and not fresh enough, lowlight of the meal - olives, very tasty - cheese was also quite good, but quite a lot, considering the portion side of our main dish - oysters were served with fresh lemon, homemade piri-piri oil and tabasco, just used the lemon, very good quality Arroz de Marisco - served on a small chair next to the table in a pot, the waiter scooped our first portion on our plates to present it in a nice way - mussels, clams, piece of crab, shrimps all cooked very on point - amount was not well balanced, the waiter put most of the seafood on our first serving to make it look nice, which we only realized when we later opened the pot for seconds and there were only two shrimp and some clams left - rice could have cooked maybe 2 minutes longer, but it was at the beginning of al dente, so not a dealbreaker - the tomato based soup had a very natural flavor which was complemented well by the boiled seafood juices - huge portion after all of the starters it was very hard to finish Service/Atmosphere: - very friendly staff - vibe of the place is amazing, feels chique without being pretentious, especially when sitting on the rooftop with a view of the beach (not the prettiest beach in Algarve, but nice nonetheless) Verdict: We could have eaten less starters for more stomach space, but apart from the meatballs everything tasted great. The arroz de marisco was very tasty, even though the rice could have been cooked a little longer and the waiter could have left some more seafood in the pot for a second serving. Pleasant experience over all. Rating system: 0⭐️terrible, nobody should eat this 1⭐️ disappointing but edible 2⭐️ fine, nothing special, works if there are no other options 3⭐️quite tasty, might visit again 4⭐️ delicious, visit was worth it 5⭐️ amazing, will/would eat there regularly

Very bad experience, I booked the corner table for Sunday on Friday, but someone takes the table when I arrive on time! I triple checked the corner table that we could get. Then we spent our whole afternoon in the beach waiting for the dinner and sunset. The staff only told me it’s her problem she did not see the notices. I should wait for less than forty minutes. I do not what’s the massage used for? I did not see any services when the problem happened. No solutions, only waiting, the why I need to book in advance? Even I got the confirmation for the table!

Our first time and to be honest a somewhat mixed experience. Booked a table and were greeted by a grumpy what I assume is the manager/owner given the impression that we were fortunate to be let in. Service from the waiters was friendly and faultless and the food was of exemplary quality. Nice cool vibe with DJ set starting at 8pm but in no way impeding on the dining experience. Not cheap and although fresh seafood deserves to be paid for, there are other restaurants in the area that serve fresh fish at more attractive prices accompanied by a kinder priced wine list. Premium presumably linked to the fantastic setting.

Amazing sea side restaurant. The service and the food were wonderful. Loved the oysters and the freshly caught red snapper was out of this world.

We went here 2 times in 3 days. First was a celebratory birthday lunch for my fiance. Amazing food, wine,,service and view. Have to say i was intrigued by the Brandy Alexander on the menu. Hadn’t had one in decades. Drank TWO. When we returned the second time we sat at the top level - just drinks. Yes…i had THREE (i was not driving!) We thoroughly loved this place. NO seaweed on the beach either! Pristine. Best views!

Club Nau on a Sunday is an epic experience! The live music is always a highlight, guaranteeing a fun time with friends. I've been a number of times, and it never disappoints. The sushi is fantastic, especially the tempura king prawns with kimchi mayonnaise – a must-try! While the cocktails can be a little inconsistent, and the service occasionally slow, the overall experience is a blast. The staff are great, contributing to the lively atmosphere. If you're looking for a fun-filled Sunday with great music and food, Club Nau is the place to be!"

Absolutely one of the best meals that I ever had. The food was delicious. The service was impeccable. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Really good timing of food coming out. Great portion sizes. So many different food choices. I’d highly recommend you not giving this a miss! It’s fantastic.

16.3.25. Sunday. The heavens opened. So much rain. But in Club Nau you wouldn't know it was blowing a hooley and raining outside. The singer was great. The food fab and the attentive help from Ricardo and Esta was just what was needed. Never felt rushed. Loved the night. We went on the Friday before and that was the same. Sunday at the end I had another friend jump on my lap it was the resident Cat. Seemed to take a liking to me . If you don't like cats they will remove it but for some reason it was a lovely cat. Hope to see Ricardo, Esta and the cat again. First photo is Ferragudo from Vitors Village.

Well located by the beach, this spacious Portuguese / Japanese restaurant serves pretty good food in a beautifully chill environment where you can enjoy your meal and cocktails with your feet in the sands 😍 they also have several high chairs for toddlers so it's really kid friendly 👌

A great place for sushi and live music. Make sure you check the schedule and pick a night when a band or musician is on because it gets very lively and fun. Especially in the summer months. The sushi and poke bowls are also fantastic. And they do good cocktails. I’d recommend booking in high season.

Staff, so attentative, engaging, warm, happy, professional are just a few of the terms I would use. Food outstandingly delicious, the choice of foods & beers & cocktails brilliant. Then there was the entertainment a young amazingly tallented lady & her band, kept the dance floor filled, outstanding night out, plus there is an extensive outside area too, just dropped a star on what it cost, but put the location, parking, disabled access probably could be a little challenging but they probably have a plan in place to cope with that too, view & sunset breathtaking. So probability should be 5stars.

Nice Place Super Food and Service Music sometimes loud, for dining.. but great for a 🥳

Beautiful views, fort is well maintained and has toilets 👏😆

Beautiful area with great history. Some stairs to walk up if you at the beach side.

Very pretty. Not busy. Toilets available and they were clean. Steps down to the lower port beach area. No access ramp possible for wheelchair.

A terrific vantage point to view Praia Da Rocha beaches and the entrance to the marina. You won’t find much historical information here on the fort, but there are many stairways, some hidden by trees, to go from it to the beaches. They are beautiful walks.

Awesome view! If you are in Portugal as a tourist, it is necessary to go there especially at night and enjoy the view of the city lights and the sound of the ocean, during the day it is still beautiful because you can see huge long beaches and water, a great observation deck

When we first approached the Castle, I thought, "It is smaller than I had imagined!" Until you are inside! It is a vast castle! Covering a huge area! Great place to walk around and the view is tremendous!

I visited here alone for 30 minutes and had a really pleasant time. Fortaleza is a 10 minute walk from the main part of Praia da Rocha beach strip. I was here at about 4pm in the afternoon and there was only half a dozen other people. The flower wall is a really nice area I would imagine girls like to get photos for Instagram etc. the views over the marina are really nice and gives you some perspective of where landmarks along the coast are situated. You can still walk up the really old stairs to get to the roof of the fort which is a nice touch. I wouldn’t say this is a must visit attraction, but I wouldn’t overlook it if your in the area of have some time to kill.

Extreme rude staff . The man at the entrance were extremely rude with all the customers who are not Portuguese. I will recommend all English speaking expats not to go there. These people are having discriminatory behaviour for expats .

Lovely bar overlooking the beach. Good value too.

Went in the night. Very good music and nice vibe.

Lovely spot overlooking beautiful sea view. Delicious mojitoes, served speedily and cheerfully, great food and reasonable priced. Definitely return. Thanks for a splendid visit. Oh and toilets were spotless 👍

Very good bar, good people good vibes and good music. Our waiter was super nice and offered us some drinks. The place is awesome. A perfect place to spend the night, whether that would be with a group of friends or alone :). Would definitely recommend!! Come and say hi you won't regret it 😊

An exellent vieu. Nice , serviceminded crew. Quiet, they don't wreck your ears with loud music. A glas of vine is half price of what their neighbours charge , when they blow your ears off.

Going there for more then 15 years! Great location, view and drinks. Open till late with option of being sitted inside or outside or dancefloor.

Small friendly place. Excellent for fitba and scores. Plenty of 📺 inside. A bit tight for space, but no problems 👍🙂

Enjoyed our last few hours of Portugal here. The drinks were 👌🏼. We proper enjoyed ourselves, were gutted to leave. The barmaid/waitress here was phenomenal!. See u in March u wonderful woman 😘 xxx

What a great bar the staff are funny witty friendly and the service is great the singing is a bonus i just wish my voice was kenny rodgers :) thank you all

Exactly what a beach bar should be! Drinks are typical, but staff are anything but! Warm, super friendly, welcoming, and make you feel at home immediately. The vibes here are just fantastic. Love the atmosphere. Lots of energy, lots of smiles, and everyone (bartenders and guests) always seem to be in high spirits having a legit good time. Not my usual type of place, but I have been back multiple times since the vibes are so on point. Honestly one of my fav spots in Praia da Rocha.

Small tiny little place that charges 5 euro a shot of hennessy then tried to charge 4.50 euros for a mixer. Don't understand what this place about ??? Maybe its because its November and out of season but that shouldn't mean they can over charge customers. I like to leave a honest review and got to say it was only 4 euro for a bottle of corona and that's pretty good and the reason for the 2 🌟 instead of 1.

Best karaoke place for me! I love karaoke, and most of the music I want to sing is available! Best staff~ One of friendliest~

Come here for the best karaoke experience ever! The staff are incredible too, such warm and friendly people. Definitely one of our favourite places in Portimão.

If I Iived in Portimao i'd come here every weekend. Absolutely banging cocktails for €6-8, everyone's lovely, and a stellar DJ. Plays everything from ZZ Top to early Sepultura, you'll hear lesser known but underappreciated songs from the biggest metal bands, and songs from the local and national scene. If I ever visit again this will be my first port of call. 🤘

Great music and lovely staff, what else can you ask for? 🤘🏼

Yes there is a rock bar here cheap shots of anything you want local beer good layout music played can be extreme and very heavy! which isn't really to my taste. The DJ basically plays whatever he wants he might or might not play a request... But it's a rock bar which in itself is unusual in a resort like this .

This is an underrated gem in the area, slightly off the main party street and slightly undiscovered. Great music, fab decor, really cheap drinks and I love the vibe. Wish it was near my house, I'd go every week!

Just for Alive - Pearl Jam ❤️ + great cocktail (electric lemonade)😉

Diagonal is the go to place if you're looking for an alternative/metal bar in Praia da Rocha. The staff are friendly, the bathrooms are clean and the drink is cheap! Would definitely recommend.

The best bock and rock in Portimão

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant!! What a great evening. The staff and venue are outstanding. Tonight was a Beatles tribute band, fantastic! We must support this place and keep it open. Well done guys!

Love this bar, friendly staff, great music, chilled atmosphere, highly recommended if you can find this hidden gem in Portimao

The best place to watch live shows and listen to alternative (non-commercial) music. By far, one of the best establishments in city.

Awesome Rock bar with amazing people and live music almost every week. Locals come here very often.

Best place to rock and roll and metal 🤘 awesome music, best live concerts and nice people

Best music bar in the Algarve especially for magnificent tribute bands

It's a place for rockers with live music often... Big priblem: they allow smoking inside bar

Great spot with happy hour 1700-2000- 2€ large beer and 2 for 1 cocktail for only 6€. The cocktail menu is large, and we tried a few. l would recommend Latin Lover and Spicy Bloody Kate(l had mine with tequila). All the staff are really friendly. We enjoyed coming here a lot.

Great little bar tucked on the corner. The staff and happy hour cocktails were just what the doctor ordered in the hot sun. Loads of places to eat. Really chilled atmosphere and friendly bar staff

Great place to grab a cocktail/ watch the 'sunset'. Decor is fab. Staff are super friendly and there is a brilliant quiz ran by the lovely Céline on a Thursday evening.

A gorgeous little bar. The owner was so nice she sat and talked to us for along time and when she went home the barman chatted to us for a long while. So, so friendly. The whole bar was so nicely decorated and the sink outside the bathroom was a talking point. Would definitely recommend this bar for a drink. Great offer on cocktails. Great view outside.

Always a warm welcome from Kate! Friendly & attentive service along with a great selection of drinks 🍸 🍾🥂🍺🍷🍹A great place to chill & catch up with friends! 👍😁❤️

Small and intimate bar with a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Good, selection of cocktails, spirits and beer at great prices. Perfect place to sit and watch the Sun go down.

The general knowledge quiz on Thursday nights is a laugh. Great cocktails.

Great place, nice vibe and super friendly staff. I asked for a specific drink with some different characteristics, and they were super open to it. The drink was perfectly made!

Nice cocktails, friendly staff, good happy hour prices

Was good but weird to get a Mourisco Mule with cream. Taste was ok. Nice location in the center of Alvor. Always a very busy place.

An interesting themed bar on the main bar strip. Lots of attention to decor which is really cool, especially if you're looking for something fresh and different from the usual Portuguese bars, Irish pubs, or other very touristy bars. I appreciate what they're trying to do in Alvor, but it seems like they want to be a nightclub more than a cocktail bar: blue and pink neon lights. DJs. Blasting generic dance music. Basic sweet drinks. The music is far too loud. It was Saturday night and maybe only 6 other people were inside. Nobody dancing. It was very difficult to talk to my friends and just enjoy the cocktails. I get it if there's a DJ and the place is packed for dancing, but it was a bit odd for a cocktail bar. Very few places manage to mesh nightclub with cocktail bar well. And for good reason. Strange that they police where you sit as well, considering there are no reserved tables and it seems more like a nightclub. We started as 2 people, settled in, and then were told we can't sit on that side of the bar because we aren't enough people for the 4 seat table, even though the bar was empty. We moved to the table they told us to sit at, and no one else came in during our stay so it seemed a bit weird to move people like that. When our third person arrived, we just stayed put. No point in moving around again. Felt a bit uncomfortable. They have a decent size cocktail menu, but unfortunately, they are all incredibly sweet, and most are vodka-based, which also tends to imply a nightclub or amateur mixology vibe. Based on some of the photos and reviews, I thought it would have more refined, balanced drinks. It's too bad because with the theme, there could be so many creative and unique options for a signature cocktail menu that is coherent with the theme, but they're not and it's just a random mishmash of themetically-unrelated cocktails. Where is the Moorish or Moroccan influence that the bar plays on for the name (historically and culturally significant) and decor? Music and drinks do not reflect it or any significance of that at all. But then again, this place is on the strip and seems to want to pull in young, drunk tourists. And kids like that want sweet and simple. So, I understand the decisions, but unfortunately, when I read "cocktail bar" as the name of a place, I expect more, and this just doesn't live up to standards I personally look for. I imagine it's just fine, if not excellent, for most holiday people (Brits mainly, who like super sugary, weak cocktails). In fact, as it is, it seems to attract aging British tourists, rather than the young crowd the atmosphere is catering to. There's nothing wrong with it as a fun spot to hang out, dance, and get a margarita. But if you're looking for a more mature cocktail lounge and the drinks that come with that, this isn't it. At least not on Saturdays. Maybe it's different during the week? I think I'll try again for a better review because the bartender seemed very nice and it would have been good to sit at the bar maybe.

Reviews led me to try this place and I was not disappointed. Very friendly welcome from all the staff, great choice of cocktails perfect for pre dinner drinks. Chose a Dark and Stormy cocktail which was both refreshing and a little spiced but seemed perfect for a warm early evening. They also have Espresso Martini so I think I may have to revisit...soon!

All round great experience!! Have been every time we have visited Alvor!! The staff are so welcoming and knowledgeable!! Definitely recommend the Whisky sour and the passion fruit colada for the designated driver!!

The best cocktails in Alvor. Great music, fantastic waiters who manage to remember your order without writing anything down. Really fun atmosphere, if you go to Alvor don't leave without visiting.

Great rooftop bar with excellent views! The drinks didn’t quite match the menu description but still very good! Cocktails are about €13 each as of April 2025 and the Sangria is €37 which I thought was a bit pricey. However the views can’t be beat and I would recommend a visit!

I would highly recommend this spot. We arrived early and we were promptly seated. The host was very nice and accommodating. Our waitress was very good and we did not feel rushed. She recommended a roll and it was excellent. Thank you Mafalda. Our favourite was the hot roll. 5/5 for sure! All in all an excellent experience and the view was 10/5. Thank you.

Amazon restaurant with a breathtaking view, good service and great food Location really makes that you feel special Expensive but cool place to take pictures, and have a rest in beautiful place near the ocean

We visited the Skybar twice during our holiday — once in the late evening for cocktails, and another time for sushi and drinks. On both occasions, the service was excellent and the panoramic views were absolutely fantastic. We didn’t go overboard with food or drinks, and our meal for two came to €175, which felt reasonable given the quality and setting.

I was here for the sushi dinner. Amazing view. Great food including lots of veggies options. Great music. However, there was an apparent focus of attention on tables where it was felt they were going to leave a big tip. We had to be proactive to get attention, which ironically diminished the tip we left.

The sushi is expensive, you can tell its very fresh and well made, however they put yuzu all over every sushi we had which meant we couldn't actually taste the fish and for the amount we spent we were a bit annoyed by it. The Tempura prawns were the best we've had.

We had a reservation all went smooth when going in and getting seated. Staff were really friendly and welcoming. They took our orders, the chef even came to answer questions we had. Cocktails were OK when looking at the price but for an old fashioned I would have preferred a better rye/bourbon than four roses which from my point of view is not the best choice. Aperol spritz was good and so was the red wine. We ordered a sushi board to share. Nigiris were good as well as makis and Sashimi. We were not big fans of thr white fish specially as sashimi but it was advised and just not our taste. Salmon and tuna were very good. For dessert we had pancakes with wasabi ice cream as well as a matcha waffle. A good experience with stunning views, maybe not the best place to go when it is very dark as you will missout on the great views!

Great music and atmosphere, for all reggae lovers must see if u there

The staff here are outstanding at their jobs. Sitting at the end of the bar and seeing how they mix and serve drinks is a experience and how they interact with each other as they prepare the drinks for everyone. And price wise is fair for location. Keep up the amazing work and highly recommend.

Best bar in Alvor. Covered in cool artwork and posters, this unique bar is the place to be, with a good chilled atmosphere and even better music. The best cocktails in Alvor, by far. Get the Caipirinha, you won’t remember it…I mean, regret it! 🍹🤌🏼

Came here for best caipirinha in town and it wasn’t ama e thing probably because they changed Caisaxa from pitu to something else. Big plus they were in a rush as the queue was too big as this bar still very popular among tourists in Alvor

Bolan was unexpected surprise on the inside. The bar has posters and art all over of different Black artists, leaders and notables. The staff was nice too. You have to stop by to look around.

Great tunes, great vibes, great service. What else could you ask for? Wonderful.

Great vibe, always a reference to go out in Alvor. Fair price and good drinks.

This is a great spot for a day in the sun. So why only 3 stars? Simply since the food doesnt deliver.... We ordered two starters (tiger prawns & shrimp in garlic) and one main course: scallops with tagliatelle. Besides the fact that one of the starters were delivered almost 10 minutes before the other, they both underdelivered..... the main course saves the 3 stars, otherwise we would have given even a lower grade. We live part of the year in the Algarve and its painful to say that the food isnt good enough here. Considering the very high pricing, i hope Edd sees this and do something about the food quality.... the staff provides good service and the private parking with ticket validation is totally awesome. Please improve food quality so we can return. Thank you.

We had a great day at Edd’s Beach Club. The atmosphere, food, and service were all great! Parking was really simple and free. We were welcomed with a smile and shown to our sunbeds for the day. Lunch was incredible and good value. Would highly recommend!

We spent all day there as a family, it was lovely. Access to the beach, small salt water pool, restaurant, all very chill with the DJ. Service was a bit slow, food didn’t come all at once but overall nice place

This is a very nice looking place, with a beautiful view! The pool food is good enough, but the prices are absolutely not worth the food quality. The “special dish” we ordered was extremely small, yet €20 because it had truffle, which you couldn’t even taste, so must not have been very good or fresh. We also ordered haricot verts but got normal beans, and later our pizza “proscuitto” was literally with little blocks of ham 👎🏽 When we were unpleasantly surprised by the special during lunch, the lady just rudely asked what else we expected. Too bad, because most of the staff are friendly (just not the woman without a uniform). Having lunch here was very dissapointing, but the location is too nice and drinks are good, so I guess its good enough to come back (but not on empty stomach).

We live nearby and decided to stop in here for a quick cocktail on our way home from a day of roaming around. Super nice little beach bar with a pool. Loungers are 20 euro. There are also some cabanas but not sure about prices for those. Cocktails are around 10 euro each. Pizza for 20. There is also a proper lunch/dinner menu. The bar and cook staff are really fun and easy on the eyes too, LOL. Parking is available for guests of the bar/restaurant. I am so glad to live down the road. Will definitely be back !

Great place, really enjoyed the whole experience here. Food is amazing and the staff! It’s a beautiful location. The only downside the pool is very small and can get quite full and quite a few children which doesn’t really suit the whole vibe. But apart from that it’s a great addition to the area.

We arrived at 11:30 and were told that there were no sunbeds available, only the VIP area with a large bed for €100, which we ended up renting. After about 30 minutes, we went for lunch with some friends I had invited. The food was excellent — nothing to point out there. However, from that moment on, the experience became very disappointing. When I finished lunch, I needed to leave with my friend, while my girlfriend was supposed to stay with his wife. To our surprise, we were told that if I left and she stayed, we would have to pay another €100. This is, in my opinion, a shameful attitude. Even worse: I was not allowed to stay with my partner on the sunbeds because they claimed it was full. Yet, at 3 p.m., the area was still empty, and they still refused — unless we paid extra. It is very disappointing to see a place with so much potential adopting such practices, prioritizing short-term profit over customer satisfaction and loyalty. I visited the venue also because I manage 40 holiday rental houses in the Algarve and was looking for a beach club to recommend to my guests. After this experience, not only will I never return, but I will certainly not recommend it to anyone. Thank you.

Overall worth the visit - for ambiance and views; make a res 4 weeks in advance if possible. Long line of people waiting for tables up the stairs. Views are a solid 5; food is a 3 (mediocre). Service was prompt and friendly- props to the staff for that! We had the garlic prawns appetizer, regional cheese/bread (overly salty and similar to parmigiana), personally not a fan, spicy fish soup in which I do recommend(which was not actually spicy). For our main course we tried the hamburger (which was huge! Fries arrived a bit cold and overcooked/crunchy, but hamburger meat was cooked well, but nothing special or out of the ordinary. I got the chicken salad in which had a creamy Cesar like sauce? The grilled chicken inside the salad was more on the dry side and came cold, not sure if it was freshly made for my salad or not? Take the visit and you can make your own observation, but again, worth the visit! Enjoy your time! :)

End of sept- this place was simply awesome! The atmosphere is a 10/10 on its own as this place is nestled into rock, and just around the corner is the most stunning look out into the ocean. We initially just went for drinks. We were pleasantly met with a complementary wine sampling. We then got a convert platter, then ordered some fresh Algarve oysters after seeing them at the table next to us, and they were exquisite. We wish we ordered some actual food because they looked amazing. Big portioned plates and amazing smelling food. The wait staff were super friendly as well. Overall I would rate this place a 10/10 and would recommend anyone in the Algarve to make a stop in!

We had an amazing experience at Boneca Bar right by the ocean in Portugal. The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful, with breathtaking views of the sea. We tried the sardines, and they were some of the most delicious we’ve ever had – fresh, perfectly grilled, and full of flavor. On top of that, the service was outstanding: attentive, friendly, and truly on the highest level. A perfect spot to enjoy great food and the ocean breeze – highly recommended!

unique place, great food and breathtaking scenery<3 greetings to Fabio who told us the story of this bar founded in 69’ and recommended some cool spots in Algarve, I bought a t-shirt designed by him and love it! the fish soup was incredible and full of flavors:0 it was 10/10 experience🌅🦑

End of Sept - beautiful spot, great photo opts, amazing view! Great food! Well worth the drive. No issues with parking, this time of yr. Service was not good! Seemed like lots of waiters, but not very attentive, very, very slow. Ours was kinda rude! Still worth visiting for photos, don’t have to eat/drink. You can walk through path to the “overlooking the ocean view” don’t miss the little walking cave, spectasular view and photo shoot.

A perfect spot for a romantic evening. The food was delicious, the view was absolutely stunning! It was a truly memorable experience. P.S.: you have to wait in line for a bit if you want to go to eat at sunset.

We went to boneca bar early September. The weather was perfect and the crowds had dispersed Food was very good, drinks were good and refreshing. The views and breeze are wonderful.

A really good burger is hard to come by in Portugal. I have found that in general the beef in Portugal seems to lack the flavor of good beef we have experienced elsewhere. Perhaps it's a lack of aging, or simply just not the right seasoning. For burgers the texture of the meat can be a negative, not a coarse grind but really fine. At Burgers & Beer they do a pretty good job replicating a good o'l American burger. Good flavor and texture, creative combinations, and perfectly cooked. The vast beer selection is a plus too. We sampled the Onion Rings, Beyond meat burger, and the Sao George burger with caramelized onions and cheese from the Azores. Service was friendly and prompt, the food was well prepared and tasty, the atmosphere is what you would expect, casual, bench tables for seating, and sports on the TV. I would rate this one a 4.2 out of 5.0

Large beer menu, IPA from Algarve is a must. Burgers are tasty. I give 4 stars because the waiter forgot to bring my wife’s beer and because it’s a bit overpriced.

No frills burger restaurant, with wide variety of burger based offerings. Speciality Beer is on tap and in cans/bottles. Takeaway also on offer of you can't stomach any more SuperBock or Sagres at the pool bar!

Great Burger place! The menu is travel themed, taking you on a journey around the globe with various toppings to go on your burger. The burgers come with peel-on, seasoned fries that are accompanied by a dollop of garlic mayo. Although we only tried the beef burgers, they offered salmon, chicken, fried chicken, and a few vegetarian options. A vast selection of draft and bottled beers from many international destinations as well! Service was attentive and quick!

Although skeptical at first, I really enjoyed my meal here. Awesome selection of craft beers, the burger was juicy, bursting with flavor. Fries weren’t quite as crispy as I prefer but the seasoning on them was great. Onion rings were crackling. Cheesecake had a really intense fruity flavor, with the perfect mariage alongside the cream cheese. Service was relatively efficient. Our waiter seemed a bit bored, never smiled a single time hence why I’d give the place 4,5.

We have been coming to this craft Beer and Burger spot for over 2 years now. It is always consistent both in the quality of the food and the level of service. We are always greeted with a warm smile and lively conversation. The craft beer and selection of burgers are the best in town.

Lovely burgers and chips, probably best we've had this hols. Also had gluten free buns. Tried the craft beers board. Highly recommend.

The staff was friendly and good but...The Standard hamburgers was not even a kids menu and no good quality really. Half fabricated stuff and the "all round standard ketchup in bags" which just end up in the Ocean eventually. A sad hamburger and a sad customer +1

Is a very nice location , front of beach especially food was really good thank you very much chef for the great food 🙏🙏 and front staff i don't remember his name but he is also very friendly and ya everything was excellent 👍️👍️

I stay nearby almost every summer and end coming up here for coffee ocasionally. They have a consistently bad service and food is just bad. Even simple toasts with butter are made with the worst bread you can find in Portugal..

Good service and food. Worth the money.

Didn't get chance to try anything. Waited at the counter to ask about the pastries. To be ignored several times. The server was more interested in eating the food than selling it.

Casa Inglesa is a café-style eatery located near the Arade River walkway. It offers the most outdoor seating compared to other venues, but it never seems to be fully busy. The head waiter is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. The highlight of the menu is the prawns. However, the sangria is lacking in taste and quality. Overall, visiting this establishment is a mixed experience, and there are plenty of other dining options nearby.

A 101 year old Cafe in Portimao, it has the best pastries and cute marzipan figurines that you can actually eat. A good stop by the Marina in Portimao, Portugal.

Really nice bar/restaurant on bar street in Alvor, came straight of a very hot beach and was nice and cook and had drinks, and good food. Lots of Televisions and pool table as well as lovely out door area. Starts to get busy around 6.00pm with families with younger children.

Food and Servers both amazing. Highly recommend

Definitely aimed at the tourists and émigrés ... but sometimes that's what you want! They have a fantastic beer selection and good to see the local(ish) Marafada craft beers on draft. I'd only had the bottled versions. Must of us had burgers and fries, etc.. These were very good, nothing greasy. Was early lunchtime and fairly quiet. Really attentive service and the barman was happy to talk me through the beers that I didn't recognise (incl. A brewery in Lisboa).

Our new favourite place for a good burger. Can absolutely recommend the Barbeque Burger with the Jack Daniels Sauce. Its a unique and very tasty burger you will find nowhere else. The atmosphere is good, service is great and on the top floor there is even a pool table that can be used for 2x1€ per game.

I avoided this place all summer as it was often packed full of tourists and expats, and a pub like that is hardly unique in Alvor. However, we were out one evening, early in the week and they were open. It wasn't full at all, so we thought, "Why not just try it?" It was actually a really cool time. The staff were amazingly friendly. Young Portuguese guys just chilling and doing a good job. I was pleased to see that 2/3rds of the customers seemed to be Portuguese locals. Live music was quite good. Really talented guy. The place is clean, modern, with good prices for the tourist strip in Alvor. €3 tequila shots was the winner. (Just make sure you don't order a fancier tequila. Just rail.) Well-stocked backbar. Not sure it would be for me during peak-summertime, but for now, it's a chill place to hang out and have a few drinks.

First visit to Beer & Co, Absolutely amazing place. Friendly staff and the cocktails are the best I've had in a long time. I 100% recommend visiting here when you're in Alvor

Solid spot to grab a few - the own beers (Marafada) are average beside they have like 2 guest beers on tap and some regional + ones in the fridge. Vibes been solid with a live band and cocktails looked proper solid.

Wonderful atmosphere and great bar owner. Always friendly and great fun. Love this place!

Absolutely loved this small bar. Just before The Irish Rover, across road in the small shopping centre, straight down to end, left side beside Indian restaurant. I amnot a one for shots, maybe a baby Guinness once in a blue moon. But my god, we tried a good few strange sounding names of ones and I was hooked. If I can do them, anyone can. Danny the owner and host was a gentleman and made everyone feel welcome. It's a unique place and one to definitely visit.

Drinks are fab, cheaper than other places in Praia da Rocha and definitely stronger. The two fellas who run the bar are really friendly. If you find the F restaurant on the main strip the bar is down the commercial shopping alley opposite. My only gripe is no toilet seat in the ladies! Been like it 3 years. 😂

Best Cocktails in Praia . 2 for 8 Euros! Great place to start your evening

What can I say! In a dying resort, this bar, which is hidden away from the strip is THE best bar in Praia da Rocha! The number one thing that strikes me about this place unlike other bars in Praia da Rocha is that it is clean! The toilets are kept spotless and there is no nasty smell from them that lingeres around the whole place. The drinks are fab and cheap. The design of this place is lovely. I love the designs on the walls. Happy hour is brilliant, a pint of Super Bock for 1.50€. The guy at the bar Daniel is sound! Very positive and cheerful. I will say that this bar is what made me enjoy my holiday the most! I would return to Praia da Rocha again solely to visit this place again! One shot to try is the danger shot only €2 but wise investment! Would recommend 100 percent!

Nice Atmosphere, good cocktail deals (either 2 for €5 or 2 for €7 depending on the drink)

Love this hidden little gem 🍹🍹🍹 an absolute must every time we are in Praia Da Rocha

I would definetely recommend this hotel and only because of Maya! Maya is the best receptionist ever! She is so kind, she made sure we had breakfast at 5:30 even though the buffet isn’t open until 7:30. If I would ever return to Portimão, I would book this hotel just to see Maya again. I miss her already!

We had an amazing stay at the Algarve Casino, on arrival we were greeted with such a friendly reception team, and made to feel very welcome. They even took our luggage up to the room while we had a look around and a drink on the amazing veranda with the beach view, was absolutely stunning. I had pre arranged for our room to be decorated as we were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary and my husbands 50th birthday and they made it look perfect, even on the morning of his birthday, they sang happy birthday at breakfast and brought out cake and fizz to start the day. Was so well thought out and planned. We were over the moon. The room was very spacious and comfortable and spotless, the balcony and beach view was out of this world, amazing sunsets to watch. We had a lovely stay with you and look forward to staying again! Thanks so much for everything.

Stunning location! Booked this for our honeymoon- what a wonderful experience. They upgraded our room to a suite without even asking :) The hotel has a private beach (I think they charge a few euros for towels and such at the beach but our balcony view was so good that we didn’t really use the umbrellas over at the beach). The pool area is really good - the clientele is slightly older, which was great for us because we were looking for a a quiet, chill afternoon by the pool. Breakfast buffet is pretty good - try to go early though, there’s a queue around 9. We also tried some food at the sunset bar and it was fresh and well prepared. The rooms are a steal compared to most others in the area for the amenities provided.

Lovely location on the beach in Portimao. Stairs down from the hotel onto the beach, these are locked at night & key access. Breakfast selection is good. We booked a sea view room & very happy with it. Beautiful tile floors, and wooden furniture. Not modern but in fairness we don't spend much time in the room anyway. Views are fantastic. Loads of restaurants outside the door as well as the hotel restaurants to choose from. Check in is at 15:00 and they will look after your luggage. Parking is around the corner in a parking station but free of charge.

Five stars? Not even close — it’s more like three at best. The hotel is located in a great area, offering a casino, spa, children’s play area, a large pool zone, and direct access to the beach — and yes, the staff are indeed very friendly and professional. However, that’s about all the praise it deserves. Although promoted as a five-star hotel, it has definitely lost at least two stars. The rooms are spacious and clean, but outdated and in serious need of renovation, reflecting a general sense of decline. In our room, the curtains were hanging loose and did not provide proper blackout coverage. The other two windows had wooden blinds that didn’t close properly either. Breakfast is served in a large hall, but most of the food is industrially prepared, with plenty of variety but little freshness — the only genuinely fresh items were the fruits and fruit salad. In one section of the dining room, there were visible water stains and damage, seemingly from a past air-conditioning leak or flooding. We had dinner there one evening; the dishes were tasty, well-presented, and overall a pleasant experience. However, the bar service was a disaster — it was impossible to get served unless you went up and called for the bartender yourself. When he finally came, he complained about being overworked and said he couldn’t do anything about it. Extremely rude and unprofessional — a real shame for a hotel that aims for a luxury standard.

Lovely hotel with uninterrupted sea views. Our 1st floor sea view room was perfect, loads of room and storage for a week long stay, and different decor from the usual 5 star which was nice! The staff were great. Pool is a little chilly but the sea view from the loungers more than makes up for it. Breakfast was good, a little chaotic in terms of layout and replenishment, definitely could rearrange things to make it flow better. Not a bad buffet but would fall short of 5 star in Ireland. Pool side cafe is pricey as expected but the piri piri chicken and ice cream was delicious. I would definitely go back.

Location, location, location! You’ll love this place, from the moment you arrive and your cases are taken for you, to the reception staff they are friendly and they are there to make your stay as good as possible, the bar is well stocked and a drink on the terrace is a great experience. Walk out onto the outdoor terrace area and take in the whole of the beach, the pools and sun lounging areas. The decor is lovely and some will say a little dated but we both enjoyed the old feel of the place, it’s definitely got a cosy feel to it, there is a very big lounge area by the bar and then you have the outside patio with the outstanding views. Need help with anything like car hire, ferry taxis or room issues (we had 2 small issues which were both resolved in a couple of hours) the reception staff will assist you. The bedrooms we stayed in were off to the left of the main hotel but had a lovely balcony with 2 sun loungers and a fabulous view, waking each morning to the sounds of the sea and the views was such a relaxing experience. We only had breakfast included and I would say it was good quality especially the fruit, fresh meats and cheeses but not that varied across the week, Praia da Rocha has so many good places to eat we only had the breakfast option. Try the casino too, downstairs has roulette and black jack, whilst the ground floor has gambling Machines.

Such mixed reviews for this hotel. The rooms are very spacious but there's no actual storage space for a family (a couple of drawers and about 4 hangers). We were all inclusive however you have to pay for quite a bit. Pool towels are €20 holding deposit, there's a safe in the room but you have to pay to get the code (not sure cost on this) there is also no irons as you have to pay to get clothes ironed in the laundry which is €5 per item. We stayed for 10 nights and the beds weren't changed the whole time we were there. The cleaners didn't really clean the rooms at all. The food wasn't great, we ended up eating out a few nights and the restaurants in the area were amazing, highly recommend walking into Alvor for a meal if you can, it's about a 15 min walk from the hotel. They also had a free shuttle to the beach which was a nice touch! The pool area was great, loads of space and sunbeds meaning you never felt ontop of anyone else! Overall it was a nice stay, loved the area but not sure I would return to this hotel.

We just came back from a 2-week stay at the hotel with 2 adults and 2 kids. At first, I was a bit worried because of the negative reviews, but that feeling changed immediately upon arrival. The staff was very helpful, and the rooms were spacious – maybe a bit simple, but that's a matter of personal taste. The food was delicious, with something new to enjoy every day. The animation team was fantastic – active all day long, great energy by the pool, and fun shows every evening. The pool is huge, with plenty of space for everyone. No need to wake up at 6AM to reserve a sunbed – there’s more than enough room. To get to the beach, there’s a shuttle service that’s very well organized. We were very happy with our 2-week holiday – thank you for the great experience! 😊

I recommend this hotel! When you walk in, the immediately take care of your bags. The staff at the reception are really friendly! More I can’t say: really friendly staff, spotless hotel, lovely food and drinks. Just wished my stay was longer than 7 nights. Love this hotel!!!

Really well maintained and clean. Well staffed, a plate didnt sit more than a few minutes before it was cleared. Constant cleaning. Asked for a proper single bed rather than a cot and it was changed. Things for improvements though that we've noticed in other hotels of the same calibre...some type of clothes line on the balcony, kettles for the rooms, self serve soft drinks to reduce pool bar queues, tea and coffee at all meal times, more hangers, irons to borrow. Move able parasols by the pool or larger ones that can be opened or closed as needed. Lovely hotel just in too quiet an area, gift shop could be double the size considering this

An amazing hotel. Situated in a lovely part of Portugal. The hotel is clean, tidy, and has friendly staff. The food was very good although the menu was a little repetitive, it was still good quality. A lovely big pool, pool bar with a large seating area. The hotel was quiet at night so no disturbed sleep or noise from other rooms. Regular bis to the beach and back and Uber taxi's for other travel, so no struggling with transport. Lots of coach outings available. We went all inclusive. A very good price, well worth what we paid.

The hotel is stunning, very clean, and all inclusive food is fully stocked, food testers test temperatures and quality of the food is great, accommodation for intolerance is somewhat accommodated but it's not perfect... had to prompt the staff to make sure deserts had no nuts in so we didn't die as they are not labelled. The staff on reception where very attentive Paulo was a fantastic receptionist with a permanent smile and a greeting like he enjoys you coming there, so positive and full of life. Easy to use facilities, spa was terrible half of it not working, don't recommend, pool was good, atmosphere outside was great, plenty of sun loungers, staff made this an exceptional place, kids club have lots of activities throughout the day, making it great for kids, holiday reps where also available most days and they where quick to resolve small issues. Trips where easy to book and a free bus put on by the hotel to and from the beach!!! Amazing...

Nice hotel. Lovely food. Night time entertainment is the day staff so its very basic we would have preferred booked local acts. It's very windy and the pool is too large and is freezing. Not even the kids could get in often. Alvour is good to visit and Portomaio. Did one excursion and also the local bus. If you go to the beach the sunbeds and food/drink are not included in the all inclusive price. Won't be going a second time

Very clickey with people they know just to get drunk and as long as you are spending money money your not in the click full of foul mouth people not a nice place to have a beer, Lots of other places about to relax and chill out

They decided to charge us for double drinks, even though we had singles. This guy thought he would rip off the tourists, so I would be very careful ordering drinks in this bar. Tourists pay enough without being ripped off

This is a great bar....drinks very reasonable and Lionel has a brilliant music playlist.....we enjoyed the Chill Out bar....can't wait to go back

Good cocktail choice at €2.50, spirits with mixer €2, large 400ml San Miguel €1.50, what's not to like? Been coming for years, still as good as ever, try it, you'll seem

Really nice experience here, we are just gutted we found it on our last night 🤣 Lionel was an amazing host, everything had already been said about this guy. Legend.

Good drink, good service. One of the few places around that always have a good atmosphere.

Nice place for a good atmosphere, affordable drinks and simple but nice food. My grandparents come here often over long stays and absolutely swear by it and the welcoming owner.

What kind of pub doesn't serve burgers! Also the guinness taste water-y, not good 😠👎 Also the music is too loud and the singer talks too much between songs. Switching out Estrella beer for the Heineken was the worst decision ever! I also saw a cockroach. This is not what I came to Portugal for.

Visited the parlour bar every day on my recent trip to Alvor and every single time I was welcomed by the staff and the owner. It’s a truly friendly place and they had no problems with turning on the Man Utd match on for me at request. Outside seating to enjoy a few drinks and feel the atmosphere of the Alvor streets around you. All the staff members can pour a lovely pint of Guinness too.

Beautiful bar, so clean, such friendly staff. Sunday evening music is fantastic. Just make sure you have cash!

Lovely staff...(Quick-witted🤣)...we had some fun nights there!🍺... great music 🎵

Great irish bar, eddie is sound, good spot to watch the gaa and plenty of space for bigger groups

10.04.22 had the Sunday Roast 12.50 euro I had beef and pork, wife had beef. Very tasty indeed Returned that evening for the Alvor Super Sunday live music with Keith and The Wonkey Donkeys great music, great craic Keith always makes us feel very welcome Highly recommend this great bar 🇮🇪 🍻

Best pint of Gunness in alvor

Modern, cozy space with up to 8 beers on tap and loads more in the fridge. Pretty decent selection of Portuguese craft beers but not a lot in terms of wider European or international options, but it's a small space, so it's understandable. If you're here for beer, it's probably the best spot in Alvor. If you're here for warm banter with the beertender, look elsewhere. The woman behind the bar was gruff and unfriendly, if not downright hostile to my friend. I get having a bad day and I can relate, but it was a little too much to lay onto a polite customer, and one that tipped on top of being polite. She didn't seem to have the same attitude towards the holidaying Irish and British there but again, I have no idea what her deal was or whether it's a regular thing or not. I hope it was only that night. Normally, I wouldn't give a spot that has such bad service 4 stars, but it is good beer, poured right, lots of seating, clean toilets, good selection, and great prices. It hits the mark for Alvor in every other way except for service. The good news is you can basically avoid her most of your stay as you only really need to interact for ordering your drink and there's no table service.

Bang average small pub in an alleyway off the main street in Alvor. Claim to have a huge range of craft beers, didn't notice this. Best priced (and probably best selling) was San Miguel, hardly a craft ale. Some tables and chairs place precariously in the cobbled alley, so everything wobbled. Great view of a wall. Atmosphere of Brits abroad wanting football, cheap beer, HP Sauce and English everything. If that's your thing, go and enjoy. Take cash, as unlike virtually every other place in the town, they won't take cards. If you're looking for a more local experience, plenty more places to visit.

If you are looking for a place with nice beers and is not a “PUB” like the countless other places in this town. This is the place. Located in a nice alley, sat on the terrace that is put on beautiful cobblestones surrounded with unique old buildings. 10/10 going again! Bring cash, ATMs everywhere within a few minutes.

We visited recently with my uncle and aunty, the bar owner was very nice to me letting me charge my phone up before we went back to Ohlos D'Aqua. A very nice place the Taproom and we will visit again at some point.

Loved this bar! Great beers and hosts. We weren't bothered for watching football this time and moved on but very accommodating hosts!

Cool little bar on a side street. Lots of craft beers .. and they make an absolute mean gin and tonic !!!

I'd normally avoid an English bar abroad, but this has to be an exception! Lovely couple serving well kept, quality, Portuguese brewed craft ales was a welcome treat! The Cerveja Musa, Born in the IPA was a cracking NEIPA! Very reasonably priced and a great atmosphere for a relaxing pint. A must visit in Alvor!

This restaurant is located off the beaten track, just outside the main area of Portimão. It has a family-friendly atmosphere and attracts a more local clientele. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available. The servers may take some time to warm up to non-locals, but they do provide good service. The prices are reasonable compared to the average in the area. The restaurant offers a selection of table snacks, which is a unique concept I appreciated. I ordered a tasty veal dish, although it could have benefited from a sauce. The dessert was rich and filling, and they made an excellent Aperol Spritz. Just like the service, the charm of this place takes a little while to reveal itself. I would recommend it to anyone visiting Portimão.

This place is a MUST! A local gem, with the most delicious tapas, seafood, and meat dishes. We ventured from our hotel, and while we questioned our choices en route, as soon as we walked through the door we realized we made the right choice. We were greeted by the owner and even though we were so late, he made room for us to have a glass of wine while we waited for the next table to clear. He was so welcoming. The staff was delightful. The food exceeded our expectations. We definitely over-ordered, but I don’t regret any of it. Honestly, it’s such a great little hidden gem. I highly recommend it. I can’t wait to come back.

Friendly efficient service by the two waitresses. Booked easily through the online app. Unfussy, charming restaurant with good food. Everything flavoured and seasoned to perfection. We enjoyed everything and left our plates squeaky clean! Left the restaurant feeling happy and satiated...needed to be carted back home by taxi after over-eating a little bit too much, the food was that good!

I broke my own rule of always trying new places while on vacation and not visiting the same restaurant twice. Well, it is broken now. We’ve tried their main courses during the first visit, then tapas and wines on the second visit. Amazing tastes both times. Probably will visit for the third time, as I need to try out their desserts.

Service and food was great. It was very busy when we arrived but they made us feel like king and Queen as soon as we were seated. Always smiling and yet efficient in their movements. Food was really good and not eye gouging prices. Very pleasant evening. I recommend reserving so your not caught out on a busy night.

Had an amazing birthday dinner at Casa da Tocha! A very authentic Portuguese menu and each of the tapas and mains we ordered were delicious and the staff was warm and funny. Great conversations! This place is a hidden gem! Obrigado!

Great little restaurant tucked away in a small little alleyway. Staff were accommodating and spoke English! Delicious fried sardines and squid ink pasta

We had a lovely experience at Norte Bar! The owners and staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They really took the time to listen to our dietary wishes and adjusted the food perfectly! We also had a great chat with them :) As a sweet gesture, they even gave us some pens and a bottle opener. Highly recommend for both the food and the atmosphere!

It is an absolute disgrace to present yourself to be Portuguese from Porto and serve such a tasteless, bland and awfully made Francesinha. I’ve had the pleasure of eating some very good Francesinha in my life, so I know what a good Francesinha is, even though I’m not Portuguese. And yes, even in Porto I have eaten Francesinhas. The sauce was completely watery and had no flavor, the meat was cut far too thick and felt like chewing on leather, the linguiça wasn’t real linguiça but some cheap sausage. The cheekiest thing of all is that they charge extra money to share a dish, even charge fees for cutlery and you even have to pay extra if you want more sauce for the Francesinha. Not even at my favorite Portuguese restaurant in my hometown in Switzerland you have to pay for extra sauce or cutlery. You should be deeply ashamed of yourselves. Edit: I find it absolutely pathetic how you try to manipulate the reviews with friends that write good stuff immediately as soon as someone writes a bad review. Dude at this point just make it less obvious cause smart people ain't stupid. Take the bad reviews as an opportunity to grow and better yourself and your services. + Just because someone is running their business for 16 years, doesn't mean they are doing everything right. You're located at a touristic spot. Those who find your francesinha good are tourists who never eaten a good francesinha before or as I said friends that want to keep your business going. Every local we got to talk to after our visit in your restaurant told us they are not surprised by the quality of the food in your restaurant and your place is known for bad food. Also don't worry about me it's much easier than you think to find a restaurant that serves delicious francesinhas and not serve some tasteless stuff like you.

Just had our first ever Francesinha here and what a treat! Ordered one to share and won't do that again lol. Could have kept on eating. The ladies serving were so friendly and wouldn't give away the secret of their sauce! The bar is tucked away off the main street and at 7:30 was quiet so don't come for a loud party atmosphere, but for great service and superb authentic Portuguese food I can really recommend

The workers are incredibly gorgeous, funny and kind, specially Yésica. It's my favourite place to go when I just want to chill and have a great time. The enviroment is just right and the food and drinks are out of this world!!! I definitely reccomend it!!!! Visit them as soon as you can! 😋

My partner was determined to try a Franceschina sandwich whilst in Portugal and we found this place had the best rated in Portimao. We were not disappointed!! This spot is tucked away off of the Portimao strip, ran by two ladies who are kind, welcoming, and attentive. I urge you to try a Franceschina here and step off ‘the strip’ for a moment to give a smaller business a try.

Staff are lovely and make you feel very welcome from the moment you arrive. Its located in a quiet spot just off the main strip which gives it a very relaxed atmosphere. Food is deliscious and very cheap for the quality of food and service, would highly recommend to anyone visiting.

Had some food and drinks today, very tasty and great value, great service

Remarkable food, the best we’ve had in the algarve. The staff were exceptionally attentive and the scenery was a sight to behold. Well deserving of a 5 star rating

We stopped in for a cocktail and a quick bite to eat midday. Such a lovely and inviting atmosphere! The staff are all very friendly and made us feel welcome right away. Great choice of cocktails and a good variety of food options, too. Prices are mid range. Recommend!

Vegan poke bowl: a delicious 'poke' bowl vegetable mix with rice, mango, pineapple etc. in a mild curry sauce - Yummy indeed, a great fusion of interesting flavours. Great atmosphere and service (thanks John & Team!), reasonable prices too. Easy to miss the doorway, but a hidden gem in Alvor - Well worth a visit - we've been several times now!!😋🤗 PS. My quick photo doesn't do the food justice (taken in low light).

Perfect spot for an intimate late lunch. Great cocktails and fresh menu options catering to all palettes. We were told by the staff that dinner service is often very busy, so reservations are advised.

One of the best burgers in the Algarve! Loved the garden feel sitting outside. Great find!

Beautiful bar! Stopped here a couple of times for a cocktail before dinner, great chilled atmosphere and delicious cocktails!

Great find 👌🏻 Book in advance, relaxed atmosphere, great food and cocktails

Food 0/10 Location 10/10. The food there is really awful. The sandwich is not toasted at all, Halloumi came ungrilled (worst experience of my life eating a grill cheese ungrilled). Smoothie for 9€ was okay, but overpriced as hell! Beer is good.

Gorgeous views and drinks 🍸 great service and a lovely place to stop on a stroll along the cliff tops

Beautiful view and good food. Unfortunately very expensive. There is an option to add strawberry to your waffle for 2€ and they cut a singular strawberry in thin slices (take a look at the images). The two dishes and two soft drinks cost 25€.

This place has it all. Lovely staff, great breakfast menu, sunset cocktails + live music. Our favourite place in Portimao. Highly recommended.

Best spot for a drink watching the sunset! All the staff were really friendly and the service was quick

- There is no food, only starters or appetizers, however the sangria is fresh and flavorful. - The service is not as fast as expected. - The atmosphere is fantastic since there is live acoustic music by the sea with a great view.

A piece of heaven. Worth the drive to see the wonderful views. The sangria was super refreshing.

Really disappointing experience at this cocktail bar. The drinks were poorly made despite the strong reviews that had convinced us to try it (even though there were only two other customers there on a Saturday night—should’ve been a red flag!). We ordered a margarita and an old fashioned, which any decent cocktail bar should be able to get right, but both were awful. When we mentioned we didn’t like them, the bartender seemed irritated, so we just paid and left without finishing our drinks. Definitely a bad experience.

Hands down, the best cocktail bar in Alvor. So good we sat and tried every one on the menu. G is very knowledgeable and has excellent making skills. All his own creations are amazing and if you're lucky he will give you a new one to taste!

Fantastic Cocktails in the heart of Alvor town. Slightly more expensive than other places in the town but worth every cent, when you see the attention too detail they go to you will be glad you called and will call again as we did. Lovely guys behind the bar they will make you up anything you can ask for.

Amazing cocktails! We found this on our recent trip and tried a couple of their cocktails - the Adam's Apple, with the creme brulee topping, and the house special were delicious!

A must if you are visiting Alvor. Bespoke cocktails and also some classics. If you are looking for a unique cocktail experience, don't miss out on Sala. Try something different, YOLO... G will make sure you are as passionate about his cocktails as he is. 👌

I recently visited Sala bar and had an amazing experience. Miguel and Gonzalo provided exceptional service. From the moment I arrived, Miguel greeted me with a smile and made me feel at home. He was attentive and knowledgeable, recommending unique cocktails and explaining their flavors. On the other hand, Gonzalo was incredibly friendly and ensured that all the customers had a great time. His energy and attentiveness were admirable

Wow wow wow!! What a place! The cocktails are amazing, some of the best we've ever had. Great welcoming atmosphere, very friendly staff with clever cocktails - delicious!!

We stopped in for a quick drink. Great service from the bar. English is widely spoken. View is amazing of the beach. Located right off the main walk on the beach side.

Friendly bartender good cocktails nice atmosphere!

We did not eat here, just a great place for a cocktail and to watch the Sunset.

This is our "go to" place when we want to drink a cocktail or have a beer and stare out at the ocean. The bartenders are always welcoming and even remember what we like to drink 🙃 Uh oh LOL. Toasted sandwiches are the main thing on offer as far as food goes. Great staff and fabulous views.

I just write: Hugo is the best! Dear readers, the Moonlight Bar is a perfect location with the view over the ocean. And the owner Hugo, is taking care of his guests in the best way you can imagine. I really like to have a Cocktail and a toast there and relax.

Best cocktails I've had in a long time. I only drink cocktails when going out for drinks and this place is top notch! Great selection of cocktails and shots, many of which you won't find anywhere else. The view is fantastic and the barman was incredibly friendly! Will be going back again!

Super pleasant and fun environment with an incredible landscape! Excelent reception!

Oriental Terrace has an incredible beach atmosphere! The place is beautiful, with a very cinematic beach vibe. The food was delicious and well-portioned! The salmon was amazing, and the pork cheek was very tender. The only thing I would suggest is that the octopus dish could come with a few more potatoes; I believe it would enhance the serving. However, I won’t let that stop me from giving it 5 stars! The service was attentive, polite, and friendly.

Had an incredible dining experience. The food was exquisite, each dish bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. What truly made our evening exceptional was our waiter, Eduardo. His attentive service, friendly demeanor, and deep knowledge of the menu elevated our meal to another level. Eduardo went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable evening. Highly recommend dining here and asking for Eduardo – he made our night unforgettable!

The best cocktails in Portimao, great relaxing atmosphere with great views. Caprihina and pineapple mojito were inexpensive and tasty. We had food one evening that was OK but not the best, sirloin steak and chips.

Hit and miss. Service was lovely with great staff. Food was only OK. Prawns starter was good but overpriced. Squid was nice but steak was inedible. Overall would suggest its a nice place for drinks with a lovely view of the sea but would give food a miss.

Honestly can’t say enough good things about this wonderful place. Beautiful location with a view that’s seriously special. Food was first class, I had the prawn salad and it was absolutely bangin and very filling. Cocktails were amazing, especially Solero 😍. We tried the Shisha too which was also great and wasn’t expensive. The staff were all lovely, attentive and friendly and will go the extra mile to make ur visit the best ever. Nothing is too much trouble, they even gave my mum headache pills. The whole place is spotless and we can’t wait to come back on our next trip to Portugal in March. Don’t pass by without stopping in on this little slice of heaven on earth…..u won’t be disappointed! 😊

Under new management as of March 2024! The most awesome spot in PDR! The views are spectacular, the drinks are creative and well done. The food menu is spectacular as is the service. What a great way to spend the afternoon sipping a creative cocktail while soaking up the sun and the view and/or catching the sunset over a delightful dinner. I can't wait to go again

Great vegan options and view Amazing!

Great bar with extremely friendly service, where I had a lovely homemade burger! Well recommended!

Cheaky owner witty and fun. Overall nice place to hangout and even work if you wish. I loved the Dutch snacks been a while. I be back again soon. Also can confirm definitely be back 2025.

Fantastic Owner & Staff, very welcoming & extremely friendly. The tapas is very tasty too. Also reasonably priced, and dog friendly...

Really friendly and welcoming staff. Great value for money. Well stocked bar, lots of variety. Definitely will be back.

Nice place to stay . The staffs and the owner are really nice people. Nice talk with them. This was a good Time. I recommend !

One of our 2 favourite bars in Alvor! Sara and Dennis are fantastic! And the mojitos 😍 Thanks guys, we wish you the very best!

Didn't eat there today so sorry unable to comment. Service great, so helpful and pleasant. Lovely friendly welcoming atmosphere 👍

(Translated by Google) Great bar with excellent quality cocktails and very good Latin music!! The bartender is very talented and the servers very responsive! If you are on Praia Da Rocha, stop at ANDJU you will not be disappointed!!! I 100% recommend this bar and I will definitely come back next summer! (Original) Super bar avec d’excellents cocktails de qualités et de la très bonne musique latino !! Le barman est très talentueux et les serveurs très réactifs ! Si vous êtes sur Praia Da Rocha, faites une halte au ANDJU vous ne serez pas déçu !!! Je recommande à 100% ce bar et j’y reviendrais l’été prochain à coup sûr !

(Translated by Google) Very good atmosphere in this bar, with very good music and always very friendly staff. The cocktails are as expected, always on top! I recommend if you are in the area. (Original) Très bonne ambiance dans ce bar, avec une très bonne musique et un personnel toujours très chaleureux. Les cocktails sont comme on les attends, toujours au top! Je recommande si vous passez dans le coin.

(Translated by Google) Very nice place to have some beers and drinks. The owner is very good people and friendly. The place is small but very cozy. It has recently opened and still lacks fame, but it has a good atmosphere and good music guaranteed. I will return for sure. (Original) Local muy agradable donde tomar unas cervezas y copas. El dueño es muy buena gente y amable. El local es pequeño pero mu acogeder. Ha abierto recientemente y aún le falta fama, pero tiene buen ambiente y buena música asegurada. Volveré seguro.

(Translated by Google) Very good atmosphere, super friendly, warm servers. 🍸 🍹 are very reasonably priced. And what’s more, they all speak French. I highly recommend. 🥰🤩 (Original) Très bonne ambiance, serveurs hyper sympathique , chaleureux.les 🍸 🍹 sont a des prix largement raisonnable. Et les petit plus ils parlent tous français. Je recommande fortement. 🥰🤩

(Translated by Google) Warm, professional and friendly welcome. Incredible experience, I recommend! (Original) Accueil chaleureux, professionnel et amical. Expérience incroyable, je recommande !

(Translated by Google) The team is great, I advise you to stop there. Good luck to you!!! (Original) L’équipe est géniale je vous conseille de vous y arrêter. Belle continuation à vous !!!

(Translated by Google) Good place to have a drink, good drinks and good service (Original) Bom local para beber algo drinks bons e bom atendimento

I been there 2 time First time i was wondering why the shisha was awful and tasted burn without really smoking so i didnt finish it and i left. Second time i tryed it to see if it was à mistake or if i had been unlucky with the last shisha but it was the same so i took out the top to see after 30 min of smoking on it There was no tobacco !? I do shisha at home that last 3h and never taste burn since approx 10 years and what i saw hit me hard. What is that ?? 30 euro for that ? I do not recommend that place to no one ever. I hope they will see this and change theyre way of making shisha this was the worst experience in my life.

Dagmar was a great host, great conversation too! Highly recommend their Shisha, better than most lounges in London. Proper shishas

Service was great, drinks were strong. Out of my 3 days there I went twice as a hookah lover!

They allowed abusive customers to stay in the bar, after making my girlfriend cry they try and overcharge you for your drinks, and also give you funny looks for no reason

Great time!! Great service!!!

To much

(Translated by Google) It's a very pleasant place with very fair prices. I had a cocktail and smoked shisha, and it was the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it. (Original) É um espaço muito agradável e com preços muito justos. Bebi um cocktail e fumamos uma shisha e foi a melhor que já experimentei. Recomendo muito.

WE LOVED THIS BAR! the staff are what you come for here, the drinks are a happy extra, lovely people who are so accommodating and don’t take life too seriously. 100% worth a visit, tell them Connor sent you xo

Lovely bar with the sea and marina views. Very accommodating staff. Private parties possible. And we always come back for the friendly atmosphere and dangerously tasty cocktails ☺

Best place, best drinks and great service and people... I'll be back for sure, I loved the space and the décor, nice music... I just love it ☺️☺️

This place is great! Fantastic cocktails, friendly staff and great service! It's also a superb place to hold a private party.

Beautiful spot with amazing views and good happy hour! Just wish they were open every day!

Great bar with excellent service, drinks & snacks. You can chose a marina or sea view. Really friendly owners who make you feel very welcome. Will definitely be visiting again. 😊

Great environment, great music, great drinks! Will defenetly come back 🎶🤗🤗 I have to point out the girl that does the drinks, Vanda, she's very nice and welcoming! She speaks french too, what a lovely time I spent here 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼