Category: Algarve Restaurant Reviews

Everywhere We Ate In Armacao de Pera Portugal: Honest Photo Reviews

2/11/2026

Everywhere we have personally eaten in Armacao de Pera, Portugal with photos and honest impressions so you can decide what appeals best to you.

Filed Under: Portugal Restaurant Guides

Map of Restaurants We've Tried in Armação de Pêra:

What it's Like:

Vibrant, flavorful, fresh food served with a smile at this Armacao de Pera beach front restaurant. Vegan friendly.

Read the Full Photo Review → Sam's Bar & Kitchen Review

Apple Pecan Salad at Vegan-Friendly Sam's Bar and Kitchen | Armacao de Pera Portugal

Address:

Av. Beira Mar 14, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good To Know:

A great place for drinks (including the likes of fresh lemonade and vegan milkshakes), they have Happy Hour and live music sometimes.

What It's Like:

An Algarve ice cream brand serving up international favorites alongside very Portuguese flavors (ie Dom Rodrigo, Fig and Almond) with unbeatable views.

Read the Full Photo Review → N'ice Cream Review

Fig and Almond with Dom Rodrigo Portuguese Flavored Ice Cream from Nice Cream in Algarve Portugal

Address:

R. Sra. dos Navegantes 13, 8365-184 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good to know:

Plenty of indoor seating available if you need shelter from the sun or occasional rain drop. Bathrooms are down many stairs. Not ideal for those with mobility concerns.

What It's Like:

A classic Portuguese restaurant serving many traditional meals. Please try some Portuguese food during your Portugal trip!

Read the Full Photo Review → Restaurante Recanto do Ze Review

Iberian Black Pork at Recanto do Ze Traditional Portuguese Restaurant in Armacao de Pera

Address:

Rua Dom Joao II lote 7, Armacao de Pera 8365-130 Portugal

Good to Know:

Consider trying the Iberian Black Pork. ;)

What It's Like:

An extra tasty Chinese restaurant. Big reccos for chicken fried noodles (lo mein), dumplings, fried spring rolls, and the won ton soup.

Read the Full Photo Review → Long Xing Chinese Restaurant Review

Chicken Fried Noodles (Lo Mein) at Restaurante Long Xing in Armacao de Pera

Address:

R. das Caravelas Building Julieta store 3, Armacao de Pera 8365-000 Portugal

Good To Know:

A smoky draft sometimes enters the restaurant due to the smoke from outdoor diners. If sensitive, choose a seat away tucked away from the door. Restaurant has a TV which often plays live football (soccer).

Kanuck Coffee Roasters

What it's Like:

Super cute cafe and roaster that doubles as an art gallery for local artists.

Read the Full Photo Review → Kanuck Coffee Roasters Review

Homemade cookies and bakery treats at Kanuck Coffee in Armacao de Pera, Portugal

Address:

Urbanização Quinta da Torre 17 R/C Esq., Loja B, 8365-184 Armação de Pêra

Good To Know:

Kanuck hosts a free weekly run group. They also take orders for small batch sourdough bread, delivered twice a week from Padaria Santa Isabel in Portimao.

They really do a lot to support the community locally so definitely check them out!

Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine

What It's Like:

Flavorful Indian curries, friendly hospitality, a hop skip and a jump from Praia do Vale do Olival on Armacao de Pera's western coast.

Read the Full Photo Review → Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine Review

Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Chili Naan at Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine in Algarve Portugal

Address:

Beira Mar, Edificio Mar, loja 2, Barranco, R. do Vale do Olival, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good To Know:

Inside you'll find a large chalk wall where you can sign your name, make a drawing, or add a little inspiration quote for future diners to enjoy. :)

Restaurante da Pino Pizza

What it's Like:

Take away or dine in, this restaurant offers Wood Fired Pizza in Armacao de Pera,. Dine al fresco to watch the pizza making action live!

Read the Full Photo Review → Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review

Takeaway Diavola Wood Fired Pizza from Da Pino Pizza Armacao de Pera

Address:

Avenida Da Beira-mar, Edifício Luís De Camões 11, Armacao de Pera Portugal

Good To Know:

To find the restaurant, near the old Holiday Inn, just locate The Waterdog Pub and take the sidewalk beside it right to your next slice of pie!

The Waterdog Pub

What It's Like:

A cozy British Pub in Algarve where you can get your fish and chips need filled, grab a Guinness, and enjoy live music.

Read the Full Photo Review → The Waterdog Pub Review

British Fish and Chips at The Waterdog Pub in Armacao de Pera

Address:

Av. Beira Mar 1, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good To Know:

Fish and Chips is only available on Fridays, guys! Plan accordingly.

Sapori da Giovanni

What it's Like:

We've only ordered takeout, but we can say that the owner is super friendly. :)

Read the Full Photo Review → Sapori da Giovanni Review

Address:

Loja 20, Edificio São Gabriel, Av. Beira Mar, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good To Know:

Sappori da Giovani closes for most of the winter off-season, so if you're visiting in the low season check to be sure they are open before traveling, k?

Alma Lusa Coffee and Friends

What It's Like:

A colorful, photo-friendly brunch and coffee spot at Vale do Olival beach.

Read the Full Photo Review → Alma Lusa Review

Brunch at Alma Lusa Coffee and Friends in Armacao de Pera Portugal

Address:

R. das Embarcações, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Good To Know:

Nice spot to grab brunch with friends.

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Kanuck Coffee Roasters Review Armacao de Pera

2/10/2026

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Kanuck Coffee Roasters is a unique coffee shop in Armacao de Pera (Algarve, Portugal) which operates it's own roastery, serves chewy american-style cookies, and doubles as a gallery showcasing local artists.

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Part of the series: Best places to eat in Armacao de Pera

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Address

Urbanização Quinta da Torre 17 R/C Esq., Loja B, 8365-184 Armação de Pêra

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Menus with Prices

Bakery treats like cookies and muffins will run you 2-3 euros a piece.

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Menus

Coffee and Drink Menu with Prices | Kanuck Coffee Roasters

Vegan Banana and COconut Muffin | Kanuck COffee Roasters

Bakery Case at Kanuck Coffee Roasters in Sunny Algarve, Portugal

Mallowmelt Cookie at Kanuck Coffee Roasters

Toasted Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Cookie | Mallowmelt at Kanuck Coffee Roasters

Chocolate Chip COokie at Kanuck COffee Roasters

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie | Kanuck Coffee Roasters Armacao de Pera

Kanuck Merch + Souvenirs

For die-hard fans who love to support and promote local businesses, Kanuck offers a variety of branded merch including t shirts, hats, bags, and more!

Kanuck Roasters Merch makes for a fun souvenir

Kanuck MallowMelt Cookie 2.5€

Chocolate chip cookie with chewy marshmallow

Mallowmelt Cookie Top View

The Mallowmelt cookie had a great, chewy texture. It is a very sweet cookie with the addition of some white chocolate chips.

Toasted Marshmellow on a Chocolate Chip and White Chocolate Chip Cookie

The only disappointment was that the toasted marshmallow wasn't really baked into the cookie or offering a gooey texture. Ours literally rolled off the cookie lololol. Slight expectation vs reality mismatch.

Espresso

The cutest ceramic espresso cup and tiny spoon

Single Espresso at Kanuck Coffee Roasters

Kanuck COffee Roasters Review

Kanuck Coffee Roasters is a really cute cafe in Armacao de Pera. We love the way it supports local artists and every time you come for a visit you have new decor to admire (and even purchase for your home!) while enjoying a coffee and a treat.

The location is tucked in slightly from the main drag, but visitors and locals alike make their way to Kanuck to enjoy time alone or in good company.

Stop in if you have the chance! :)

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Great Indian Food in Armacao de Pera - Shai Darbar

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Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine: Top Indian Restaurant in Armação de Pêra, Algarve (Photos + Review)

1/30/2026

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Shahi Darbar Indian Restaurant in Armacao de Pera, Portugal

It may come as a surprise to you, but Portugal is blessed with an abundance of Indian restaurants, even in the Algarve, which are really quite good. Shahi Darbar in Armacao de Pera is definitely adding to that reputation.

Shahi Darbar Indian Resturant in Armacao de Pera, Portugal

Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine

Av. Beira Mar, Edificio Mar, loja 2, Barranco, R. do Vale do Olival, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

A location quite convenient to the beaches of Armacao de Pera, much like this brunch spot, Shahi Darbar is an easy choice for a tasty Indian meal.

Paneer chili 9,50€

Paneer is a fresh Indian cheese and if you haven't tried it yet, we think you should give it a go. You will usually see it under the vegetarian section of the menu at an Indian restaurant.

Paneer Chili at Shahi Darbar in Portugal

Paneer dishes can often be found in the same sauces and styles as your favorite meat dishes like tikka masala.

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Garlic Chili Naan 3,25€

Looking to spice things up with your Indian bread order? Why not try the garlic chili naan?

Garlic Chili Naan at Shahi Darbar an Indian Restaurant in the Algarve

Chicken Tikka Masala 9,50€

A comforting and flavorful Indian classic - Chicken Tikka Masala served in a traditional Indian dish set over a candle to keep it warm table-side.

Classic Indian Dish Chicken Tikka Masala at Shahi Darbar in the Algarve

Pilau Rice 3,00€

At most Indian restaurants in Portugal you will need to add a side of rice or naan as they typically do not come with the dish, with the exception of some lunch specials.

A side of pilau rice at Shahi Darbar in Armação de Pêra

Mango Kulfi

For dessert you can enjoy Mango Kulfi - traditional Indian ice cream.

Mango Kulfi is a refreshing dessert after a spicy Indian meal at Shahi Darbar

Shahi Darbar Indian Restaurant Review

Shahi Darbar is a beachside Indian restaurant in the Algarvian fishing town Armacao de Pera. Conveniently located and conveniently delicious ;), we found the curries to be flavorful and the staff super kind.

To enjoy a curry dish with a bread or rice, a beverage, and a dessert you're looking at right around the 20 euro mark per head, on average.

Chicken Tikka Masala with Pilau Rice and Garlic Chili Naan at Shahi Darbar Beachside Indian Restaurant

During your next Armacao de Pera holiday, give Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine a go when you've got a hankering for curry! :)

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Alma Lusa: Beachside Brunch in Armação de Pêra, Algarve (Photos + Review)

1/28/2026

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Instagrammable brunch spots are all the rage these days, but if you'd like a combination of trendy dishes with access to local Portuguese favorites, consider Almalusa coffee & friends in Armação de Pêra.

Part of the series: Best places to eat in Armacao de Pera

ALMALUSA coffee & friends

Almalusa Coffee & Friends

Alma Lusa literally means "Portuguese Soul" and you can see the lean into Portuguese culture with the combination menus that include a soup, main, drink, and espresso.

Combo menus at Almalusa in Armacao de Pera, Portugal

Portuguese classics on the A-frame include Bitoque and Bifana.

Almalusa Coffee and Friends Address

R. das Embarcações, 8365-101 Armação de Pêra, Portugal

Inside Alma Lusa Armacao de Pera

Inside AlmaLusa

Almalusa's interior is cute and marries the popular boho style rattan chairs and pendant lights (similar here) with classic Portuguese tiles.

Boho-Portuguese decor at Alma Lusa

Brunch at Alma LUsa ALgarve

Latte 3,00€

A latte with your choice of flavors, served in a tall handled glass with a long spoon so you can appreciate the layered presentation and then stir it up to your liking.

Layered Latte Glass at Alma Lusa Algarve

Espresso 0,95€ + Coffee With Milk (Cafe c/ leite) 1,30€

Portuguese Espresso and Cafe com Leite

Alma Lusa Brunch menu 13,90€

Croissant with scrambled eggs and bacon. Pancakes with nutella. Fresh fruits. Yogurt with granola. Fresh Orange Juice and a hot drink (see above).

Almalusa Brunch - croissant with bacon and scrambeld eggs, nutella pancakes, yogurt with granola, fresh fruit

Croissant with bacon and scrambled eggs

A bready croissant at Alma Lusa

Fresh Fruit - Strawberries and Kiwis

Beachside brunch in Armacao de Pera, Algarve Portugal

Toast with Avocado and Scrambled Eggs 4,20€

Avocado toast on sourdough at Almalusa

Avocado Toast at Alma Lusa

Honestly, few things are trendier than avo toast at brunch, but just take a look at the color of that avocado! It's absolutely perrrrfect.

Perfectly green avocados adorn a slice of sourdough with scrambled eggs and balsamic drizzle

Served on a lovely, sturdy sourdough slice and drizzled with balsamic, this is the seaside avocado toast of your dreams.

AlmaLusa Menu

Alma Lusa Menu

Drink menu with Prices

ALMALUSA Drinks Menu with Prices

Cocktail + Coffee Menu with Prices

ALMALUSA Cocktail and coffee Menu with Prices

Breakfast and Brunch Menu with Prices

ALMALUSA Breakfast Menu with Prices

More Lunch-y menu with prices

ALMALUSA Lunch Menu with Prices

Almalusa Coffee and friends Aramcao de Pera Review

Almalusa is a very cute brunch spot near the beach in Armacao de Pera. It's well styled, the presentation is lovely, and you're steps from the beach - a winning combo!

Pro Tip: Almalusa is a CASH ONLY establishment.

You can see at the top of their menu that they do not accept "multibanco" aka credit cards. Although I get it that there are extra fees for processing credit card payments, this is always a bit disappointing especially in a tourist area, so close to the beach, in a trendy little spot.

Just keep it in mind if you want to stop in here, be sure to bring cash. :)

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Pizzeria Casavostra Almancil Photo Review + Menu

1/27/2026

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Date Night at Pizzeria CasaVostra

In the heart of Almancil lies a lovely establishment ready to welcome you for your next date night or dinner out with friends - Pizzeria Casavostra.

Part of the series: Best places to eat in Loule

What follows are the stunning dishes we were served up at Casavostra.

Diavola Pizza 15,70€

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ventricina, oregano

Diavola Pizza at Pizzeria Casavostra in Almancil, Portugal

Diavola Pizza Bottom Crust View

Diavola Pizza Bottom Crust at Pizzeria Casavostra in Almancil, Portugal

Lasagne with Salad 20,00€

Lasagne made with spinach pasta, our homemade bolognese, mushrooms, bechamel and mozzarella

Lasagne and Salad at Pizzeria Casavostra in Almancil, Portugal

Dessert at Pizzeria Casavostra

Pannacotta 6,50€

With red berry sauce and crumble

Pannacotta Dessert at Casavostra Italian Restaurant in Almancil, Portugal

Tiramisu 6,70€

Italian classic with coffee, mascarpone and cacao.

Tiramisu Dessert at Casavostra Italian Restaurant in Almancil, Portugal

Casavostra Restaurant Address

Avenida 5 de Outubro, nº 302 8135-103 Almancil, Algarve

Casavostra Restaurant Review

As you can see, Casavostra is serving up absolutely beautiful dishes with quality ingredients. Much like Loulé's favorite cinnamon roll bakery, you will pay a bit of a premium for your date night here, but it's not out of reach for a special night out.

We had a great meal here with another couple - good food with good company is hard to beat! :)

Beyond the tasty food there is a really cool shop attached to the restaurant with unique gift items and home decor that you really should check out before you go!

Pro Tip:

Reservations are strongly recommended. Even though there is plentiful seating inside as well as outside, Casavostra is a very popular and established restaurant in Almancil, beloved by tourists, locals, and expats alike.

Make a reservation for Casavostra here

Casavostra Menu with prices

Casavostra Almancil Drinks + Appetizer Menu

Casavostra Almancil Pizza + Mains + Dessert Menu

Best Places To Eat in Algarve Portugal

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Cinnaroma Bakery Review Loule

1/27/2026

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I have a deeply held belief that after an appointment it's a great idea to treat yo' self!

You've probably been a bit stressed, nervous, or even excited for said appointment. You may have done a lot of prep work before hand and said more than a few extra prayers.

The day comes. You show up, parking in this adorable town is a nightmare, but you make it just in time! Phew. Now the appointment is over and you can breathe again.... Double Phew...

Have you been there too? You also deserve a treat ;)

Part of the series: Where to eat in Loule

Enter Cinnaroma Bakery

Cinnaroma Bakery is a cute little cinnamon roll shop in Loulé, a town along Portugal's southern Algarve coast.

Cinnaroma Bakery Hours | Loule Portugal

And let me just say, if ever a person deserved a cinnamon roll, or two, it would be after an appointment in a government office in Portugal. iykyk :p

Cinnaroma Address Loule

Rua Dom Paio Peres Correia Nr. 18
8100-564 Loulé, PORTUGAL

2 Espressos + 2 Cinnamon Rolls - 11,50

Espresso + Cinnamon Rolls | Cinnaroma Bakery Loule

Cinnaroma Prices

Espresso - 1,50
Classic Cinnamon Roll - 4,00
Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll - 4,50

At the current exchange rate, this tray cost just shy of $14.

Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll Top View

Pistachio is definitely having a moment, so we wanted to try a Pure Pistachio cinnamon roll to see if this is just part of the trend or stands on its own.

Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll | Cinnaroma Bakery Loule

Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll Cross Section

Inside the Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll | Cinnaroma Bakery Loule

Original Cinnamon Roll Top View

And of course you absolutely must have an original cinnamon roll when you try a new cinnamon roll shop.

Original Cinnamon Roll | Cinnaroma Bakery Loule

For us, doing so is the equivalent of getting a margherita pizza at a new pizza place or chicken tikka masala at an indian restauraurant.

Original Cinnamon Roll Cross Section

Inside the Original Cinnamon Roll | Cinnaroma Bakery Loule

Cinnaroma Loule Review

Cinnaroma is a very cute little bakery in Loule with a few tables inside and a couple outside as well. They are offering premium cinnamon rolls and New York style bakery cookies in Portugal.

Portugal has it's share of tasty treats (yes, we all love the pastel de nata, among others) but to find a really good cookie or a cinnamon roll like this is actually quite difficult.

Cinnaroma Bakery - New York Style Cookies + Cinnamon Rolls in Algarve Portugal

Cinnaroma's cinnamon rolls are really quite good. While I enjoyed the pistachio cinnamon roll, for me the original was the clear winner. If you can have these cinnamon rolls a little warm it will be a happy day for you!

At around 5 USD per cinnamon roll, these are a special occasion item. They are a good size and if I could do this outing again I would have split one in person and taken the other home to enjoy later as I felt a whole one was just a tad much for me.

A warm cinnamon roll is a comfort food.

And if you are in need of that kind of comfort while in the vicinity of Loule, stop in and try Algarve's favorite cinnamon rolls. :)

This establishment offers vegan food.

Where to eat in Algarve Portugal

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Long Xing Chinese Restaurant Armação de Pêra Photo Review

1/27/2026

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To date, the best Chinese food we have enjoyed in the Algarve has been at Long Xing restaurant in Armacao de Pera.

We first ate here with friends who were in town for a couple days. They ate here on their first night and loved it so much they wanted to come back the next day when we were together.

We trusted their judgement and have been back several times since. Here's what we've enjoyed at Long Xing Chinese Restaurant in the Algarve.

Part of the series: Where to eat in Armacao de Pera, Algarve Portugal

Appetizers

Won Ton Soup - 2.25 €

I'm a big wonton soup fan in the US. For a couple bucks you get a huge plastic container of warm, salty, comforting broth with wontons. I couldn't pass up the chance to try won ton soup at Restaurante Chines Long Xing.

Wonton Soup Restaurante Chines Long Xing

This is no American-Chinese fast food wonton soup. This is legit. From the moment it arrived to the table and the sesame oil aroma reached my nostrils I was a happy camper.

Wan Tan Soup in Portugal

Spring Roll - 1.95€

Next up, if you usually get a "fried egg roll" at your local American Chinese joint, you will want to order the "spring roll" at Long Xing.

Fried Spring Roll at Restaurante Chines Long Xing Armacao de Pera

Yes, the looks may remind you of a hot pocket.. or a deep fried poptart (if that was a thing) but man oh man will you enjoy this.

Shredded Cabbage Inside Fried Spring Roll at Chinese Restaurant Long Xing

Super crispy without being grease-soggied, can you not envision the crunch just by looking at these pics!?

Deep Fried, Crunchy Spring Roll in Algarve Portugal Chinese Restaurant

Dumplings - 8,50€

Dumplings are such a fan favorite here at Traveling Through Food we have a whole category actively being built dedicated to all the delicious dumplings we've tried around the world.

Dumplings at Restaurante Chines Long Xing

The dumplings at Chines Long Xing are spectacularly delicious and you could easily order this as your main and do a happy dance all the way through.

Armacao de Pera Chinese Restaurant Dumplings

Main Courses

Chicken Fried Noodles - 6,95€

If you're looking for "Lo Mein" on the menu, then you're gonna wanna order the Chicken Fried Noodles (or the Beef Fried Noodles).

Chicken Fried Noodles Restaurante Chines Long Xing

The glistening noodles you've come to know and love will greet you like a familiar friend you are seeing for the first time in too long.

Chicken Lo Mein Portugal

A mix of quality chicken cuts together with vegetables including some unique mushrooms make this a satisfying dish!

Chicken with Vegetables

Someone else ordered this dish and I don't remember which dish it was or how much it cost, but it does look pretty tasty doesn't it?

Chicken with Vegetables Restaurante Chines Long Xing

Side of Fried Rice 1,95€

A side of fried rice, nothing to write home about (although I guess technically I am writing home about it...) You will notice, however, that the fried rice is not brown and soy sauce-tinged like in the States.

Side of Fried Rice at Restaurante Chines Long Xing Armação de Pêra

Restaurante Chinês Long Xing.

We really enjoy Restaurante Chines Long Xing in Armacao de Pera. We have been there several times and every time we had a good meal. We always ate in person, no take out. It's a very reasonably priced place to eat in the algarve!

Best Places to Eat in Algarve Portugal

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Restaurante da Pino Pizza: Pizza in Armação de Pêra, Algarve (Photos + Review)

1/5/2026

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When we stayed at Casa Baleeira in Armacao de Pera, we could walk to Restaurante da Pino in just a minute or two.

Today we are sharing a couple pics of our takeout pizzas!

Diavola Pizza at Da Pino

Take out pizza, Diavola, from Da Pino in Armação de Pêra Portugal

Restaurante Da Pino Address

Avenida Da Beira-mar, Edifício Luís De Camões 11, Armacao de Pera Portugal

Margerita Pizza at Da Pino

Margherita Pizza at Restaurante Da Pino in Armacao de Pera

Da Pino Pizza Review

Da Pino offers a solid pizza in Armacao de Pera.

It's under newer management/ownership and the folks in there are really nice.

Located just a stone's throw away from the beach, but tucked away just enough that I don't think enough people find them. Enjoy your pie inside or in their spacious outdoor seating area with view of the pizza oven!

Best Places to Eat in Armacao de Pera

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Restaurante Recanto do Ze | Portuguese Restaurant Review Armacao de Pera

5/25/2025

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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:

Recanto do Zé Restaurant Address: Rua Dom Joao II lote 7, Armacao de Pera 8365-130 Portugal

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!"

Iberian Black Pork | Algarve Food Blog

What are pork secretos? What cut is it?

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!

Porco Preto | Armacao de Pera Restaurant Guide

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.

Francesinha | Recanto do Ze Pics

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.

The Portuguese sandwich with every meat, topped with melted cheese, egg, and sauce - Francesinha

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.

Batatas Fritas, aka French Fries | Portugal Food Blog

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 ;)

Best Restaurants in Algarve (armacao de pera):

The Waterdog Pub Fish and Chips Review - Armacao De Pera Restaurants

5/21/2025

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Looking for a British Pub in Armacao de Pera? Fish and chips await you at The Waterdog Pub!

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!

Fish and Chips with Mushy Peas | Waterdog Pub Review Pics

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. :)

Sweet Peas, Fried Fish, French Fries | British Pub Food in Armacao de Pera

Wash it down with a refreshing Magner's Irish Cider, a Guiness, or a local Portuguese beer if you'd like!

Magners Irish Cider at The Waterdog | Algarve Portugal Food Blog

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 point is, you really can't go wrong here!

The Waterdog Menu with Prices

We've been to The Waterdog Pub twice, both times equally enjoying Friday's Fish and Chips special, but we'll have to make our way back to try Sunday Roast, Chilli con Carne, and a Steak Guiness pie.

Classic homemade English food in Portugal's sunny Algarve!

The Waterdog Menu | Armacao de Pera, Portugal

And maybe we oughta try the Bailey's Cheesecake for good measure ;)

The Water Dog Pub Menu | Armação de Pêra Portugal

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Map of Restaurants We've Tried in Armação de Pêra:

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Read the Full Photo Review → Sam's Bar & Kitchen Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → N'ice Cream Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → Restaurante Recanto do Ze Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → Long Xing Chinese Restaurant Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → Kanuck Coffee Roasters Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine Review

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​Restaurante da Pino Pizza

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Read the Full Photo Review → Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → The Waterdog Pub Review

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​Sapori da Giovanni

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Read the Full Photo Review → Sapori da Giovanni Review

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Read the Full Photo Review → Alma Lusa Review

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​Kanuck Coffee Roasters Address

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Menus with Prices

​Vegan Banana and COconut Muffin | Kanuck COffee Roasters

​Mallowmelt Cookie at Kanuck Coffee Roasters

​Chocolate Chip COokie at Kanuck COffee Roasters

Kanuck Merch + Souvenirs

Kanuck MallowMelt Cookie 2.5€

Espresso

​Kanuck COffee Roasters Review

Best Restaurants in Armacao de Pera

Best Places to Eat in Algarve, Portugal

Shahi Darbar Indian Restaurant in Armacao de Pera, Portugal

Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine

Paneer chili 9,50€​

Garlic Chili Naan 3,25€​

​Chicken Tikka Masala 9,50€

​Pilau Rice 3,00€

​Mango Kulfi

​Shahi Darbar Indian Restaurant Review

​Best Restaurants in Armacao de Pera

​Best Restaurants in Lisbon

Almalusa Coffee & Friends

Almalusa Coffee and Friends Address

Inside AlmaLusa

Brunch at Alma LUsa ALgarve

Latte 3,00€

Espresso 0,95€ + Coffee With Milk (Cafe c/ leite) 1,30€

​Alma Lusa Brunch menu 13,90€

Croissant with bacon and scrambled eggs

Fresh Fruit - Strawberries and Kiwis

Toast with Avocado and Scrambled Eggs 4,20€

Avocado Toast at Alma Lusa

AlmaLusa Menu

Drink menu with Prices

Cocktail + Coffee Menu with Prices

Restaurante da Pino Pizza

Sapori da Giovanni

Kanuck Coffee Roasters Address

Vegan Banana and COconut Muffin | Kanuck COffee Roasters

Mallowmelt Cookie at Kanuck Coffee Roasters

Chocolate Chip COokie at Kanuck COffee Roasters

Kanuck COffee Roasters Review

Paneer chili 9,50€

Garlic Chili Naan 3,25€

Chicken Tikka Masala 9,50€

Pilau Rice 3,00€

Mango Kulfi

Shahi Darbar Indian Restaurant Review

Best Restaurants in Armacao de Pera

Best Restaurants in Lisbon

Alma Lusa Brunch menu 13,90€

Almalusa Coffee and friends Aramcao de Pera Review

Lasagne with Salad 20,00€

Dessert at Pizzeria Casavostra

Casavostra Menu with prices

Enter Cinnaroma Bakery

Pure Pistachio Cinnamon Roll Cross Section

Original Cinnamon Roll Top View

Cinnaroma Loule Review

Restaurante Chinês Long Xing.

Restaurante Da Pino Address

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