Portuguese Restaurants in Funchal, PT

“Everything is top here. The service is one of the best among all the Michelin restaurants I’ve been to so far and the price is very reasonable. The chef was super generous with the truffle and the girl working there was like sunshine. She’s very attentive and we had some really interesting conversation about our dogs! The food is nicely presented and the combination of texture and color is extraordinary. We had the signature menu and loved it. If you are lactose intolerance, the alternatives are also very good. Everything is just above expectation and definitely worth the price you pay.

Dietary restrictions: Very accommodating if you have any food restriction and the alternatives are amazing too.

Parking: The valet parking is simple and easy. No need to wait long.“

“The Armazém do Sal restaurant in Funchal is located in a typical alley and offers a rustic and elegant setting. it is recognized for its high-quality cuisine, with fish, seafood, meat and pasta dishes, as well as tempting desserts. The servers are friendly and very attentive. I would just put a caveat on the quantities.

Parking: It is difficult to get around Funchal. Paid parking is recommended

Kid-friendliness: It is suitable for children there are special menus for them

Wheelchair accessibility: There are no stairs in the restaurant.“

“A genuinely incredible dining experience.

Chef Robert has done something very special here. The combination of ingenuity of recipes, local produce and flawless presentation lived up to the expectations and beyond.

The service was also exquisite.

A must see if you're a culinary fan and in Madeira!“

“Wedding anniversary. It was added to the booking this information and nothing has been even mentioned. For the level of the restaurant, was expecting a mention of that. Food good and complex cuisine. For the price range should be perfect. My wifes dish was Incredible good. Mine was steak and was overcooked and "potato mil folhas" slightly undercooked. Had higher expectations based on the reputation and being part of michelin guide.“

“We had the pleasure of dining at Il Gallo d'Oro in Funchal and overall our experience was almost flawless. The sommelier was exceptionally competent and accompanied us perfectly through the evening with an impressive selection of wines. The service was attentive, friendly and always professional, which made our evening very pleasant.

The presentation of the food was of the highest standard – each dish was served with great attention to detail and was a real feast for the eyes. The kitchen presented us with consistently very good dishes, all of which tasted excellent. The quality and freshness of the ingredients were clearly noticeable, and the combinations were well thought out and harmonious.

Despite all these positive aspects, we were missing a certain highlight, a special kick that we are used to from other restaurants of this class. Maybe it was that last spark of creativity or that one dish that absolutely blew us away. Nevertheless, our visit to Il Gallo d'Oro was a culinary experience that we thoroughly enjoyed.

Overall, an excellent restaurant that just falls short of perfection. We'd love to come back!“

“We had difficulty finding where to locate the restaurant, which was frustrating. Signage could be improved! The vibe was very nice, with an excellent view! We ordered the traditional espetada with banana (4/5) and the steak (a little dry 3/5) with mushroom risotto (4/5). Overall, a pleasant experience!“

“Everything from the start to the last minute was a beautiful experience! We have been served by Valter which professionally explained all the details about food, drinks etc and gave us a hint of what we can expect. Now every single food served on the table was truly outstanding! Incredible fresh, superb flavour and just right combination of spices which hit the top note! If you haven't been there yet, please go, you won't be disappointed! This is hidden gem as i call it ?Truly recommend! Thank you Valter for your outstanding service!“

“In a side street, inconspicuously located, the small restaurant offers an excellent regional and national cuisine of very good quality.At first glance, this jewel is easy to overlook at reasonable prices.We let ourselves be pampered several times.Highly recommended. [Original] In einer Seitengasse, unscheinbar gelegen bietet das kleine Restaurant eine vorzügliche regionale und überregionale Küche von sehr guter Qualität. Auf den ersten Blick ist dieses Juwehl zu vernünftigen Preisen leicht zu übersehen. Wir haben uns gleich mehrfach verwöhnen lassen. Sehr empfehlenswert.“

“Nice location for something to eat at good prices. The food tasted perfect, excellent meat with tasty herbs and fried on the grill.

Nothing to complain about Sabones da nassa ILHA.

Kid-friendliness: Great place to come with children.“

“Standards exceed by far everything we have encountered so far. Personnel very friendly and cheerful, there are some Juwels to be found among the wines, trust in the sommelier who will be happy to bring them to you. We highly recommend this restaurant as a high end, lovingly decorated highlight of your culinary voyage to Madeira Island.

Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian dishes available“

“The best overall restaurant we have ever dinned. The food was great, had the beef on stone and on this occasion the best vino Verde. The service and the singing was more than we have ever expected. This place is the one "must not miss" when on this beautiful island.“

“Small little restaurant tucked away behind the garden. We had Scabbard fish in wine and octopus.
Food was delicious, waitress was smiley (rare in Madeira). The only thing we were not fan of was the dessert, it was not for our taste.“

“Restaurant, which doesn't look like much at first glance
Typical Portuguese restaurant with quality products, fresh and more than adequate quantity, all with reasonable prices. the friendly and smiling staff.
I highly recommend this address, I think we will return there this week.“

“Very tasty food and drinks, the service was excellent... we had the terrace almost to ourselves and the waiter was super nice... even a small snack in between but not intrusive... we drove up to Monte especially for dinner and it was worth it...“

“We enjoyed the evening! Delicious food, authentically prepared at a great price! At the end there was even a short one on the house and a few sweets on top of the bill. We didn't even pay €35 for these two main courses and two drinks! That you still experience something like that. We can highly recommend the restaurant.“

“This place was my favorite place we ate in all of Madeira and even Lisbon included. The service was great and very fast! The food was so good every time we ate there with new options every day. We kept coming back and it's a great walk to the restaurant, the surrounding shops are so cute. Honestly the quality of the meat and even everything down to the seasonings and sauces are very unique and delicious. The desserts are to die for especially the cheesecake and triple chocolate cake! From what I understand it's a small family owned business and the women that run it are so full of life and kind! An absolutely wonderful experience and I could not recommend it more!“

“We ate in this restaurant today and can only say: Chapeau! First-class food, very friendly, courteous and attentive staff, the price-performance ratio is right. We can recommend this excellent restaurant to anyone who wants to eat something quieter and more select.“

“Everything good: friendliness, quantity, price, location and quality of the food. Let's see, very happy. I'm not saying it's the best restaurant in Funchal or the most organized service, but for the price, how delicious everything is and the effort they put into it, they deserve 5 stars.“

“The people are great and the venue is very relaxing. At least the lower terrace. The upper floor is a bit noisy due to being right at the street. So we recommend the downstairs area.
The 3 course menus are inexpensive and you have a lot of great options. The food while good is not best in class. We still visited 3 times during our stay and will come back when we come back to Madeira.“

“It doesn't invite you to enter from the outside, that's the truth. We went on a recommendation and I can say that it was excellent in everything: attention and treatment, exquisite homemade food, unbeatable value for money. In fact, we repeated during our stay. More than recommended, it is a complete success.“

“My and my partner had dinner there last night. Food was lovely, seafood very fresh. Views are absolutely amazing and we actually saw 2 dolphins half way through our meal which was absolutely magical. We also ordered a white sangria, which is the best one we had in Madeira so far. We will definitely visit again before our holiday is over. Highly recommend“

“(Translated by Google) Place where you can have lunch or dinner... homemade food and very well prepared... the corn cooked Madeira style is divine... they also make food to go with the same quality... the space where the tables are It's not a refinement but it's bearable!!! They should bet on more qualified wines, but the ones they sell there are great, practical service and full of friendliness... to take..(Original)Local onde se pode almoçar ou jantar...comida tipo caseira e muito bem confecionada...o milho cozido á moda da Madeira é divino...também fazem comida para levar com a mesma qualidade...o espaço onde estão as mesas não é um requinte mas é sofrível!!!deviam apostar em vinhos mais qualificados,mas os que lá comercializam são ótimos,atendimento prático e recheado de simpatia...junta-se o útil ao barato...goste e aconselho no local ou para levar..

Kid-friendliness: Apenas aérea de restaurante

Wheelchair accessibility: Por se encontrar ao nível da estrada,e no interior do mesmo não existirem escadas todo se conjuga para um fácil acesso para quem usa cadeira de rodas“

“La dame qui paraît la patronne est très sympathique.
La carte a beaucoup de choses voir peut-être un peu trop a mon goût mais au résultat la cuisine est bonne et quelques produits traditionnels.poulpe morue
Petit bémol les prix sont un petit peu chère par rapport à ce qui nous est servi dans l’assiette , en sachant que les prix des restaurants à côté semblait à moitié prix ?
Je recommande quand même ce restaurant car la terrasse permet de recevoir une belle tablée“

“O.Giro was a delightful way to end our day with excellent coffees and the most amazing Churros with cookie dough ice cream in the centre.
So naughty but oh so nice. The waiter informed us they were the best in the world....he may well be right !!“

“(Translated by Google) I have known this establishment for a long time..it has had other owners..but the space itself is pleasant. There is a separate room for lunch. Very affordable prices. I recommend(Original)Conheço este estabelecimento a muito tempo..já teve outros patrões..mas espaço em si é agradável. Tem sala a parte para almoço. Preços muito acessíveis. Recomendo“

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Real Canoa, and I must say, it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. The food was nothing short of fantastic—each dish was well-prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavour.

The staff at Real Canoa truly go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Their friendliness and attentiveness added a personal touch to the evening, making me feel right at home. They made my birthday celebration particularly special by bringing out a cake and playing "Happy Birthday," creating a memorable moment that I will cherish.

The ambience of the restaurant is another highlight. The elegant decor, coupled with the soothing live music playing in the background, created a perfect setting for a delightful dining experience. It's a place where you can relax, enjoy great food, and soak in the wonderful atmosphere.

Moreover, the food is not only delicious but also offers great value for money. It's rare to find a place that excels in both quality and affordability, but Real Canoa manages to do just that. Whether you're looking for a special night out or just a great meal, this restaurant is a fantastic choice.

I would definitely recommend Real Canoa to anyone in the area. It's an amazing experience that you won't want to miss!“

“(Translated by Google) As a first visit, I liked it.The service by the little staff wasn't great, but it was still good and fast.The food is very well prepared.The upper floor offers a good view as we enjoy our meal.I will come back(Original)Como primeira visita, gostei.O serviço pelo pouco pessoal não foi excelente, mas ainda assim foi bom e rápido.A comida muito bem confeccionada.O andar superior oferece uma boa vista enquanto desfrutamos da refeição.Vou voltar“

“Poncha one of the best we tried in Madeira! All flavors are delicious, except English tomato (I do not recommend this one). It's a small place on the corner, crowded, so it's hard to get a table in the evening, but you can take a drink in a paper cup to go. Affordable prices, great taste!“

“The best asparagus risotto with mushrooms that I have ever eaten. We were impressed by the menu in 5 languages ​​- the so-called special menu with 5 courses at a great price is a very great offer. The atmosphere outside, in the middle of the alley with the beautifully painted doors, is very nice. We'd love to come back!

Vegetarian options: The special menu is also vegetarian - which is not always easy to find in Funchal.“

“Found Madmarket last year. A superb find and returned three times.Fast forward to 2024 and visited twice again. No changes - fabulous food, great wine, excellent service and quirky surroundings with very reasonable prices. Highly recommend a visit.Will we be returning - of course!

Vegetarian options: Good selection for vegetarian, pescatarian (I am) and vegan.“

“Prices are very low for Funchal, large portions, tasty food. Very nice service. A specific place with a characteristic atmosphere where locals eat. It happens that when you order some dishes, they are no longer available, but this is only because they were sold out that day. Therefore, everything is always fresh.“

“A rarity in downtown Funchal. Ate very well, the cook is the owner, very nice and cooks with great passion. The wife looks after the room, exceptional service. An experience to try when in the center of Funchal, one of the very few, if not the only, non-tourist restaurant. Local cuisine cooked with skilled hands. We will definitely be back.“

“This is definitely the best craft beer spot in the Island.
The variety and choices of beers on tap and on can is very large and good.
The quality of the beers and homemade nibbles is undeniable.
I’ve spent a week in Funchal and have been visiting Graca and Duarte every open day !

Thank you for your kindness and your very warm welcome, and for a new friendship !
I’ll be back soon

Aurelio ❤️“

“Intimate setting with sea view and live saxophone player (Not every day, check availability) who plays a wide repertoire in a Lounge style (ABBA among others)

For the menu you will find more sophisticated dishes than in most restaurants in Madeira!

I recommend the executive menu at €55 per person which includes 4/5 glasses of wine and a starter/main course/dessert!

For the starter I highly recommend the foie gras in two textures, and for the main course the beef Rossini.

The only weak points of this establishment are the waiting time between the starter and the main course, and the toilets which denote the standard of the establishment…

Small bonus, for 20€ it is possible to be taken to the restaurant in an old car which makes the experience all the more romantic!“

“Absolute lace meals in which everything is right up to the loving decoration of the plate.In the meantime, once a week, duty to enjoy the food.The boss is very friendly and accordingly the atmosphere ä Re.Highly recommended [Original] Absolutes Spitzenessen bei dem alles stimmt bis hin zur liebevollen Dekoration des Tellers. Inzwischen ein Mal die Woche Pflicht das Essen zu geniessen. Der Chef ist sehr freundlich und entsprechend ist die Atmosphäre. Sehr empfehlenswert“

“We took a break here while exploring Madeira. The Bar / Restaurant popped up at my Google maps and it was worth stopping by! Beautifully located in nature, modern Ambiente and good food & drinks! I had the vegetarian burger you see on the picture and it was delicious! From coffee to cocktails, from snacks to a full on menu - everyone will be pleased!“

“It was super delicious!!!

The service was great! Everyone was very friendly and accommodating, with a genuine smile on their faces.

The food and drinks came to the table very quickly.

At the end there was a candy and a matching schnapps for everyone ;) very tasty...

Thank you for the great evening!

We'll definitely come back ;)“

“Great experience, most hospitable restaurant that we visited on our vacation

It was very meaningful for us to be shown how to cook properly and ensured we enjoyed our meal

Just a note for others - cash only

Thank you for taking care of us! ?“

“First visit the 10% off didn't happen. Second visit they tried to charge us for something we hadn't had. Not impressed and not returning.“

“Do not judge the appearance of this place! It kind of looks like a travel agency at a mall in the US at first glance - but the food is exceptional and the service was perfect! We got garlic bread, mussels and seafood spaghetti for one - split bc it is huge. It was perfect! One of the best meals here!“

“Hard to beat in terms of taste!
A quiet little side street that invites you to linger.
We had a very nice few hours, with good wine, a very tasty greeting from the kitchen, a very good starter, a main course that was perfect for me and a dessert in the restaurant to round everything off.
Absolutely recommended!“

“Great place, great service. We were there on Monday, July 29, we ate what the waiter recommended and we were all delighted. We paid 89 euros for dishes for 4 people, large portions. We returned on Wednesday for dinner on our 25th wedding anniversary and were served very nicely and ate more delicious dishes.“

“Very tasty homemade food, amazing service, lots of locals who eat here. Very affordable. It’s a kanteen with good food, you can choose between meat and fish plate. Plates are big and tasty. The service is fabulous, the lady saw us struggling a bit with our hungry and grumpy toddler and asked what can she eat outside of menu. In the end our daughter ate very tasty sandwich that wasn’t on the menu and as well her fish plate. Desserts are really nice as well. So much better than a street away with all the tourist places.“

“Outstanding! Our favourite place in Madeira by a mile. The service was impeccable. Standout dishes were the starter of goat cheese pastry with pumpkin chutney. And the two mains we had of grouper with lime and seaweed risotto and fish filet with coriander squashed bread. An excellent, modern and fresh twist on traditional cuisine - thank you!

Only drawback was how hot it was inside given it’s an open kitchen - would have appreciated some aircon“

“I had the pleasure of eating in this restaurant, the atmosphere is welcoming (the restaurant reminds me of Italy).
I am a vegetarian and had the opportunity to decide between some dishes.
I chose a simple vegan dish with refined taste.
Very very good.
Advise

Thank you, see you soon“

“Arrived without reservation, staff found a good spot for us for 1.5 hours. Very good beef skewer, comes with a lot of nice side dishes and a desert. I think it’s amazing how it costs less than average in funchal center and tastes much better
Friendly staff“

“Attentive service that doesn't lure you into the restaurant but gets the job done competently and quickly. Good advice on wine and food.
The food was prepared quickly and excellently.
The dessert is also recommended. If you're already full, feel free to share to experience the taste.“

“Very friendly restaurant and affordable prices! I had the tuna steak and unfortunately it was not specified that the sauce was wine, which spoiled my dish a little, too bad :/
In terms of side dishes, we had a plate for 2 of fries and salad, fortunately the quantities were still there!“

“Very nice upscale restaurant in Funchal. Mostly non-vegan BUT two vegan/vegetarian options for starters and two main courses plus a deliciously presented vegan brownie. Excellent service. Very reasonably priced (dare I say cheap) for what you get. Highly recommended.“

“Due to its proximity to the hotel, we reserved a table here and were not disappointed, on the contrary.

Be sure to reserve in advance as the restaurant doesn't have that many seats.

The service was very committed and always attentive.
The dishes were very good, espetada and herb-crusted salmon.
Only the Bolo do Caco was “different” from what we knew.
You had to spread the bread with garlic/herb butter yourself, but that was completely okay. This means the guests can decide for themselves how much garlic/herb butter they would like to have on it.

The restaurant is worth recommending if you are in the west of Funchal near the Forum Madeira.“