Shifu ramen Expo ReviewShifu Ramen is a ramen restaurant with a handful of locations primarily in Portugal and Spain. It's known for its manga (Japanese comic book) style decor. Also on this trip: Eurostars Universal Lisboa Hotel Review The google ratings were good, but we had to honestly wonder: Is this actually a good ramen spot or just a fun novelty place to visit? If you've been to Japan, this spot will temporarily cure your saudades. The overall vibe will transport you back to Tokyo to relive your travel memories. But how is the food? What is on offer here? Japanese Beer |
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Bathroom | Eurostars Lisboa
The bathroom was spacious with a large walk-in shower, frosted glass into the bedroom area, a rainfall shower head with great water pressure and luxuriously hot water, plenty of room at the sink top and amenities like a dental kit and comb.
Designers brought more Portuguese culture into the bathroom with a scene of calçadas, which you see on the sidewalks all around Lisbon and Portugal in general, making a unique backdrop for the toilet.
Robes and SLippers!
That's right folks. FREE SAUNA!
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Breakfast Buffet at Eurostars Universal Lisboa
The breakfast buffet at Eurostars Universal Lisboa is beautifully arranged. A bounty of fresh cut fruit including strawberries, pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, papaya, grapefruit, kiwi, and oranges were available, Followed by yogurt, seeds and nuts, cereals, and a range of pastries.
Coffee Service at breakfast
You may also get a cup to go!
This was a great and quality service that I loved to see!
Breakfast to Go Option
We did not make any special requests, so we were curious to see what they would include in the box. It's not exactly what I would have selected myself, but it was very convenient to pick up as we headed out for the day!
Review of Eurostars Universal Lisbon
To go into a "5 star hotel" seems intimidating to me. What makes a hotel a 5-star hotel, I genuinely don't know, but regardless, this hotel felt very approachable.
They are prepared to cater to English speaking guests, so you will have no trouble if you are on holiday and do not speak Portuguese.
We did have an issue that required us to change rooms. The staff was prompt and helpful, offered a bottle of wine and additional resolution took place upon follow up after check out.
Eurostars operates 24 hotels across Portugal, including 9 in Lisbon.
I'd love to explore each of them and find a favorite!
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When you're ready to give traditional Portuguese cuisine a try, consider Recanto do Ze when in Armacao de Pera, Algarve, Portugal.
Recanto do Zé - Portuguese Restaurant in Armação de Pera
Recanto do Ze has some great lunch specials "prato do dia" during the weekdays, but don't be afraid to stop in at dinner time for kind staff and delicious Portuguese food.
Prato do Dia
A typical prato do dia at Recanto do Zé includes a meat or fish main, a drink (including wine or beer), couvert (typically bread, olives etc), dessert, and a coffee for around 15 euro - clearly representing a great value for a quality meal!
Location:
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Iberian Pork Secretos
I was floored when my plate came. The helping of pork was generous, well seasoned, and as tender as you'd expect a well-rendered fatty cut of pork to be.
In the word's of Levi "That's tenda!"
Pork secretos are like a "secret" because they are a hidden boneless cut from behind the shoulder.
This cut of is exclusive to Iberico pigs and it has incredible flavor because of the deep marbling combined with the lifestyle of the pigs - roaming around free range and filling up on tasty acorns.
Ahh.. now that's the life!
Along side the pork were the expected portuguese accompaniments - a simple salad with lettuce, onion, and tomatoes and a pile of french fries. :)
Francesinha
The Francesinha sandwich originated in Porto and it is a serious undertaking, as you can surely tell.
What is in a Francesinha?
Between layers of bread you will find almost every rich meat you can think of on a francesinha - ham, steak, sausage.
What is on top of a Francesinha?
Plenty of melted cheese and a fried egg adorn this sandwich, as well as a healthy ladle of piping hot beer-tomato sauce to keep everything sloppy enough to require silverware.
As if the hearty sandwich isn't enough, a side of fries is ready for you to mop up any leftover sauce - the Portuguese version of Italy's "fare la scarpetta" :)
Recanto do Zé Review
I really enjoyed my meal (that delicious black pork - porco preto) at Recanto do Ze. I hope to return for a prato do dia with friends some time.
The only bummer was that they did not accept credit cards despite their google listing indicating that they accepted them at the time we visited.
As a result, we had to do the awkward scramble to scrape together enough cash. So our pro tip would be to make sure you have cash on you ;)
See Also: Top Things To Do In Algarve
Best Restaurants in Algarve (armacao de pera):
- The Waterdog Bar Review with Photos -
- N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera Ice Cream Review with Photos
- Recanto do Zé Portuguese Restaurant Review with Photos You are here!
- Sam's Bar + Kitchen Beachfront Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sapori da Giovanni Pizza Review with Photos
- Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review with Photos
- Alma Lusa Brunch in Armacao de Pera Review with Photos
- Restaurante Chines Long Xing Chinese Food in Armacao Review with Photos
- Shahi Darbar Indian Cruisine Armacao Indian Restaurant Review with Photos
- Algarve Happy Hour
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The Waterdog Pub - British Pub in Armacao de Pera
Located on Avenida Beira Mar at the western end of Armacao de Pera lies The Waterdog, a British pub serving up all your favorites from Fish and Chips to Sunday Roast to a Full English Breakfast.
Location:
The Waterdog Bar Address: Av. Beira Mar 1, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal
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Friday Fish and Chips
On Fridays at The Water Dog, a classic Fish and Chips meal is available - Friday's only guys, plan accordingly!
The fish is fresh and delicate, the batter crispy, and the peas mushy.. just how you like them...
Unless you don't, in which case non mushy, sweet peas could be an option, as shown below. :)
Wash it down with a refreshing Magner's Irish Cider, a Guiness, or a local Portuguese beer if you'd like!
The Waterdog Review
The Waterdog is an institution in Armacao de Pera which is always busy and beloved by tourists and residents alike.
Enjoy the sunshine, saltwater air, and sip a cold one with friends as you take advantage of ample outdoor seating.
Or perhaps you prefer sitting at the back of the pub, on the cushioned bench, enjoying the buzzing atmosphere and live music.
The Waterdog Menu with Prices
Classic homemade English food in Portugal's sunny Algarve!
Where to eat in Algarve (armacao de pera):
- The Waterdog Bar Review with Photos - You are here!
- N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera Ice Cream Review with Photos
- Recanto do Zé Portuguese Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sam's Bar + Kitchen Beachfront Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sapori da Giovanni Pizza Review with Photos
- Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review with Photos
- Alma Lusa Brunch in Armacao de Pera Review with Photos
- Restaurante Chines Long Xing Chinese Food in Armacao Review with Photos
- Shahi Darbar Indian Cruisine Armacao Indian Restaurant Review with Photos
- Algarve Happy Hour
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After a leisurely stroll through Armacao de Pera with our parents, an ice cream cone seemed the perfect choice to end the outing on a sweet note.
We stopped in at N'ice Cream in Armacao de Pera. N'ice cream has several locations across central algarve including Albufeira, Portimao, and Armacao de Pera .
N'ice Cream Flavors
You'll find a combination of classic standbys like Chocolate, Coffee Ice Cream, and even Oreo Ice Cream.
N'ice cream has a lot of candy bar flavored ice creams too like Bounty, Snickers, After Eight and M&Ms.
Uniquely Portuguese Ice Cream Flavors
Figo c/ Amêndoa Gelado (Fig and Almond)
Dom Rodrigo Ice Cream (Egg Yarn and Almond)
Perna de Pau is an ice cream on a stick you can buy in grocery stores across Portugal featuring a pirate on the package with, you guessed it, a wooden leg. It's vanilla ice cream with stripes of strawberry 'jelly' and the outside is dipped in chocolate.
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N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera
N'Ice Cream in Armação de Pêra is located at R. Sra. dos Navegantes 13, 8365-184 Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Armacao de Pera Beach Ice Cream
We opted for the very Portuguese (and very sweet!) Dom Rodrigo and Fig & Almond flavors in a waffle cone.
Which flavors will you try?
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Best Restaurants and cafes in Armacao de Pera:
- The Waterdog Bar Review with Photos
- N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera Ice Cream Review with Photos - You are here!
- Recanto do Zé Portuguese Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sam's Bar + Kitchen Beachfront Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sapori da Giovanni Pizza Review with Photos
- Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review with Photos
- Alma Lusa Brunch in Armacao de Pera Review with Photos
- Restaurante Chines Long Xing Chinese Food in Armacao Review with Photos
- Shahi Darbar Indian Cruisine Armacao Indian Restaurant Review with Photos
- Algarve Happy Hour
Sams Bar & Kitchen Review - ArmaÇÃo de PÊra Restaurants
I know, I know, any restaurant right on the boardwalk with ocean views is likely to be more about location than food right?
That's what I thought too, but tell me what you think after you see the pictures ;)
Later in this post: Sam's Bar + Kitchen Menus with prices in English and Portuguese! :)
Apple Walnut Salad w/ Balsamic - €9.90
When you want a light lunch or snack with a view of the beach in Armação de Pêra, this salad may be for you.
Thai Red Curry with Vegetables and Tofu - €10.90
I have to admit, I was really impressed with this Thai red curry. The flavors really packed a punch and I enjoyed it far more than I expected!
Mango Passonfruit Milkshake
Sam's Bar and Kitchen Review
As you can see, they pride themselves on presentation and nothing is better than eating something delicious that also looks like a work of art!
Sam's Bar and Kitchen also offers happy hour cocktail specials and live music at times.
By the way, if you're looking for a vegetarian or vegan restaurant in the Algarve, Sam's Bar and Kitchen is a restaurant in Armação de Pêra which will suit your preferences!
Location
Where to eat in ArmaÇÃo de PÊra
- The Waterdog Bar Review with Photos
- N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera Ice Cream Review with Photos
- Recanto do Zé Portuguese Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sam's Bar + Kitchen Beachfront Restaurant Review with Photos - You are here!
- Sapori da Giovanni Pizza Review with Photos
- Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review with Photos
- Alma Lusa Brunch in Armacao de Pera Review with Photos
- Restaurante Chines Long Xing Chinese Food in Armacao Review with Photos
- Shahi Darbar Indian Cruisine Armacao Indian Restaurant Review with Photos
- Algarve Happy Hour
Sams Bar and Kitchen Menu
Here is the menu for Sam's Bar and Kitchen in English and Portuguese:
Breakfast Menu
Snacks and Starters Menu
Salad Menu
Main Course Menu
Dessert Menu
These local spots are just the best because they have classic Portuguese dishes, a lively buzz since everyone in the neighborhood stops by regularly, and you just feel part of the community when you're here.
Portuguese Dish - Bitoque
As you can see the dish also comes with rice and French fries.
Why do Portuguese people eat rice and French fries in the same dish? you may ask. Isn't that double carbs? you add.
Well, yes it is. But why do they do it? I suppose because it's delicious! :)
The addition of a small, simple salad is common here - green lettuce, sliced onion and tomato, and sometimes cucumbers. Oil (Portuguese olive oil, of course) and vinegar are on the table if you need a dressing.
Please note the lovely pan sauce on this bitoque including whole roasted garlic cloves. This is the mark of a meal made with love.
And one of the most beautiful details of this dish is that perfectly fried egg (ovo estrelado) . It takes real skill to get the edges crispy and brown while maintaining a perfectly dippy yolk as shown here. That runny yolk will combine with the pan sauce and add richness to the plain rice. It's so good you'll use your french fries to mop up the leftovers. :)
Where to eat in Algarve:
While the night-time lighting makes for a truly sub-par glow, we figured we would still share the two bifanas.
Very often in Portugal when you order French fries they will come with a side of garlicky mayonnaise (aioli) for you to dip the fries in.
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Maloca da Tuttapanna is located in Quarteira, specifically the prestigious Vilamoura area, and describes their cuisine as Amazonian, Sushi Fusion, and European.
The restaurant has a nice aesthetic (I mean what's not to love about this golden monkey?!) so one day after a late shift at os carrinhos (the carts/trolleys) we decided to snag an outside table and try their pizza and sushi. Random combo, I know. |
Marguerita pizza - €11.50
Sushi Jó (3 pieces) - €5
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Sangria Tinta (red wine sangria) - €8
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