50 Best Bars near Santa Cruz

“(Translated by Google) Incredibly good poncha - homemade and not available in bottles. For that reason alone an absolute must in Santa Cruz!(Original)Unfassbar guter Poncha - hausgemacht und nicht in Flaschen zu bekommen. Allein deshalb ein absolutes Muss in Santa Cruz!“

“(Translated by Google) I've been coming back to this snack for 6 years and it's always a pleasure to eat homemade cuisine the dish of the day at 6 euros and watch the good portion ???????????????? the staff is very pleasant ????????????Volto a este lanche há 6 anos e é sempre um prazer comer comida caseira o prato do dia a 6 euros e ver a boa porção ???????????????? o pessoal é muito simpático ????????????(Original)Cela fait 6 ans que je reviens dans ce snack et c'est toujours un plaisir de manger de la cuisine fait maison le plat du jour a 6 euros et regarder la bonne portion ???????????????? le personnel est tres agréable ????????????Volto a este lanche há 6 anos e é sempre um prazer comer comida caseira o prato do dia a 6 euros e ver a boa porção ???????????????? o pessoal é muito simpático ????????????“

“I felt very comfortable here... very tasty small menu... super nice service... typical ambience... the wine and beer were great... thank you for your hospitality

Wheelchair accessibility: 2 entrances...the rear one is wheelchair accessible“

“"Taberna do petisco" is a culinary gem that merits the attention of every discerning gourmet. From the very first bite, it is evident that the dishes are crafted with meticulous care and passion. The house specialties are nothing short of extraordinary—each offering is a harmonious blend of flavors, transforming every meal into a memorable experience.

The service at "Taberna do petisco" is exemplary. The staff is not only courteous but also remarkably attentive, remembering their patrons and adding a personal touch that enhances the dining experience. Notably, despite the absence of a tip on the first day, we were met with the same warmth and attentiveness on our return, a testament to their unwavering commitment to hospitality.

While the staff's proficiency in English may be limited, communication and ordering pose no difficulty. It is clear that at "Taberna do petisco," the universal language of exquisite cuisine is spoken fluently, with taste as the primary medium of expression.

A particularly commendable aspect of this establishment is the exceptional price-to-quality ratio. The prices are moderate, yet the quality of the food far surpasses what one might expect, offering superb value for money. The dishes are sure to impress even the most exacting of palates.

In conclusion, "Taberna do petisco" is a place I unreservedly recommend. Its unforgettable flavors, impeccable service, and inviting atmosphere make it a destination to which I will undoubtedly return.“

“EAT HERE. This place is SO good. The arepas are delicious and huge for a good price. Best food I had while on the island, and I went ALL OVER the island. The staff are really nice! A very cute family owned restaurant. Would recommend stopping here if you are passing through or coming from the airport. You will be sad if you miss it!!!“

“Excellent food and very friendly service by the restaurant owner. We had the two traditional Madeiran meals, Espada (scabbard fish) with banana and Espetada (beef kebab). Both were outstanding! the vegetable that came with the fish were cooked to perfection. The bolo do caco (garlic bread) nicely rounded out the meal. all of this with a glass of a nice house red and Coca Cola with real cane sugar for 30 euros. That is hard to beat...“

“Eating vegan is difficult in Santa Cruz and Madiera in general. It's meat and dairy heavy, but Recanto da Pitada do a vaguely named Vegan Tapas. It was surprisingly tasty, 8 pieces of pizza-like tapas with a vegan sausage and chickpea patty, topped with vegan cheese.

I'd definitely recommend this if you are after a vegan/plant-based meal in Santa Cruz. It was a large serving despite being in the starter section.

The staff were really friendly and helpful and it was reasonably priced for €20 including drinks for two people.“

“An amazing find in Funchal! The staff are really friendly and make you feel so welcome and the cocktails were unbelievable. Have to say I also really enjoyed their music taste too adding to the good vibes. If we return to Madeira we would definitely visit here again ☺️“

“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!“

“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!“

“This bar is very nice. Drinks or snacks. The view is very beautiful over the sea from the terrace. Very friendly and fairly quick service. And it's good. Cocktails with or without alcohol and creations based on Madeira wine as well. Great team“

“Cozy place ran by a very kind and friendly young woman. We got two glasses of wine (twice as it was great) and a toast to charge. Everything is made on the spot and this was very much appreciated. Prices are very honest. Certainly going back for my next trip in Madeira. Obrigado!“

“I recently visited this bar and I was impressed! The service was both smiley and professional, making me feel welcomed from the moment I stepped in. The sandwiches were absolutely delicious, with a perfect balance of flavors and fresh ingredients.Great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. It’s definitely worth a visit for anyone looking for great food and excellent service.“

“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 ❤️“

“Located in the parish of Gaula, the "Saloio" restaurant is a gastronomic oasis that delights the senses. With sophisticated decor and a welcoming atmosphere, the space is an invitation to culinary pleasure. Its cuisine, a fusion of contemporary and traditional flavors, is a true sensory experience. From exquisite starters to main dishes made with fresh ingredients, each meal is a unique gastronomic journey. The carefully selected wine list perfectly complements the menu options. The attentive and professional service team ensures an impeccable dining experience. Whether for a special celebration or a casual dinner, "Saloio" is the ideal place for lovers of good food looking for a memorable experience.“

“This is a bar/cafe that is well worth a visit. We visited on a number of occasions for coffee, lunch and drinks during a recent visit to Funchal. The service from their lovely staff was excellent, the sandwiches and pastries top class and overall the atmosphere was great. Really enjoyed every visit. It was very popular with locals which is always a good sign“

“Without exaggeration, one of the best meals we’ve ever had, and our favorite meal in Madeira. We got the beef brisket and pork shank, which were excellent! The meats are all marinated and smoked on-site and the flavors are truly delicious. To drink we just had the fresh squeezed lemonade which was wonderful. For dessert we had the passion fruit crème brûlée which was incredible. Wonderful and super friendly service! If you have the chance, definitely make it a point to try this place!“

“It's a great place if you want to do rum tasting or port wine tasting. Please note that they only have port wines in their Portugal wine tasting repertoire since Madeira is famous for its port wines. The vibe was really chill around 10 pm with people sitting outside and one guy playing guitar.“

“We went there several times during our vacation. We were welcomed incredibly warmly and warmly, the food was always extremely tasty and fresh. There are also a few Russian dishes to choose from and all at a fair price. Absolute recommendation!“

“Good food at very reasonable prices.Soup of the day was delicious (2,80€), as it was the dish of the day (bacalhau/cod with rice, 7€).Nice table on the terrace with view of the square.Smiling and friendly staff willing to help.Obrigado às garçonetes! Da Espanha“

“An excellent small bar right on the pebble beach with a shower, hidden from tourists. The prices are more than excellent, great food and really friendly staff. Every time I'm in Madeira, it's a mandatory stop. Keep up the good work“

“A rustic sports and tapas bar that is a little away from the hustle and bustle of tourism and the restaurant mile. There is a very good poncha there (€2.50) and it is the best for me so far. Very friendly boss and familiar, local atmosphere - that's how you have to experience Funchal.“

“Authentic Madeiran food which was beautifully cooked and tasted amazing. The staff were all very friendly and the service excellent. We had scabbard fish which was soft, delicate and very tasty, and also an octopus salad which was also very good. The owner recommended a bottle of wine which went very well with all of our dishes.“

“Had dinner there on the last evening before we left. The staff is super friendly and very attentive. The food was very good considering the location. The ponchas taste delicious but are not to be underestimated ?. Price performance super good.“

“(Translated by Google) Coolest pub ever. A quick beer or red wine at affordable prices. As a snack there is rabbit with potatoes for free. Highly Recommended. Must have visited.(Original)Geilste Kneipe ever. Ein schnelles Bier oder Rotwein zu bezahlbaren Preisen. Als Snack gibt es kostenlos Hase mit Kartoffeln. Absolut empfehlenswert. Muss man besucht haben.“

“After doing the Levada do Rei, it's a good idea to drink a refreshing coca-cola at this bar.

As soon as I arrived at the place, I realized that it was a different bar than the others. Just for the architecture, it gets some good points. Then, the interior is simple and humble, even perfect considering where it is.

Then, the only part that I didn't like so much, the attention from the employee. He was a little "rough", that is, he didn't show much sympathy or attention. I still had to ask for ice and lemon to be added. It seemed to me that he did it willingly, but I was still receptive. Despite everything, I never felt extra or unwelcome, to be clear.

After paying, I sat at a table outside and let the peace of the place take over me.

Overall, I really liked it.“

“Great cozy location with relaxing melodic music. The service is very friendly and accommodating! Besides the ambiance and great service, there is also freshly prepared delicious food for a fair price. I had a delicious tomato soup and a huge tuna steak with a pan full of salad. My boyfriend had the traditional fish soup and mixed fish skewer with a pan of boiled potatoes. With a glass (or three glasses) of red wine, the perfect meal and the perfect evening! Thank you!“

“Because it looked like food across the street, but we just wanted something to drink, we ended up at John's. A very friendly lady who had lived in Switzerland for many years gave us very courteous advice at the counter, hence service 5 despite self-service. A bolo, an apple pie with the drinks, and the apple pie was wonderful with lots of cinnamon, which was a great snack and a very warm conversation.“

“Our first lunch in Madeira, very good service and delicious food. It was super worth it. We ate the barbecue and lasagna. We stopped other times to drink chinezinha (coffee with milk) and eat bolo do caco with garlic butter. The place is super busy.“

“Excellent. A wine bar with excellent cuisine, succulent dishes as well as being beautiful. Quality service and sea view at the end of the street. Come try?
Our budget experience will not necessarily be yours. Please note, the cheese and charcuterie board for dessert is suitable for a meal to share

Vegetarian options: Fresh salad. Delicious. My experience this evening“

“I do not have words to explain how tasty, fresh and nice their food is. It is a place where locals eat. The waiters are so experienced that they already know what you want. You must try Espetada(meat on skewer) and for vegetarians( the special burger) on the menu. Bravo, bravo, bravo!!!“

“Bar Lounge on the theme of music, a fairly intimate atmosphere with a refined but elegant decoration. Special mention for the counter lined with bottles and large mirrors!
The cocktail menu is in the form of a mini discotheque.
I recommend the “Sweet Coffee of Mine” which is truly amazing!“

“The poncha (regional, passion fruit or fisherman's) is excellent, highlighting the fact that it is made fresh and accompanied by delicious "dentinhos" (chicken wings, pork legs, among others). Attentive and friendly service! Totally recommendable!“

“Sunday afternoon we were the only people there, opted for coffee and cake. Turned out to be the best banana cake ever! Freshly made, moist, light, tasty, just wonderful. 2 x coffees 2 chunks of banana cake €7 bargain! OK so the back to the levada is up a steep hill but hey, I do it evety day for a slab of that cake !“

“(Translated by Google) Good and cheap coffee, nice view from the terrace, parking in front of the house and nice waiter/owner.(Original)Guter und günstiger Kaffee, schöner Blick vom der Terrasse, Parkplätze vor dem Haus und netter Kellner/Besitzer.“

“Poncha and a Nikita drink was needed on the trip and as we went to the peek of the island that day to see the sun set and this is a prime location for after or before staff are friendly atmosphere is awesome and the fresh air surrounding the area is the best

Parking: It's big enough for up to 30 cars give or take possibly more but also think it'll be different at various times of the day

Kid-friendliness: It's kid friendly although it's close to a not so busy road but caution is still key due to location

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes there is a ramp“

“Si vous chercher un endroit local pour bien manger avec une superbe ambiance , alors n’hésitez pas ☺️ Chips maison incroyables ? j’y retourne tous les été quand je vais à madère. Facile pour se garer en face , accueil chaleureux“

“Ponchinhas with slightly spicy fried corn... Plus the wings/ shell... EPA.... Five qualities of poncha... Fire... But the beer on top of the cake is the girl who makes the poncha, makes the corn fries the fanquinho.. and still manages to be a public relations person that makes many people jealous.. because she is both beautiful and humble, she smiles at the poor as well as at the poor.. congratulations on her, it's worth it. Worth visiting!!! The soul of the business!“

“I haven't even been here yet, but when I arrive I'm told I must go to a Mlungu named Bernie,
Does your venue offer karaoke by any chance?

I'm bringing my wife to show her SA's best Madeiran Pub, or so I'm told.

We arrive tomorrow! Coming in hot with Amarula lust“

“We had dinner on the terrace (the food gets cold quickly). We ordered a bolo do caco (typical Po an with garlic and parsley) and for mains a secret with very good flavor, and also an espetada de limbo (not the best I've ever had, but it was good). They do not come with garnish or potatoes. The staff is nice and it is next to the beach. We came out to about €35 in total.“

“So glad we stumbled upon this bar while we were staying in Cainço. Great local spot with unbeatable prices. Poncha is fresh, plus big drinks menu. Staff is very friendly and willing to help. We loved it so much the first time we came, we made sure to come back before the end of our trip. They also have exceptionally clean toilets.“

“Just a coffee and delicious cake. And after we asked about it, a fresh orange was picked for us from the tree opposite. Owner speaks excellent English and knows the area, and is a rich source of information. Worth a visit for those who want to discover the north coast.“

“Avoiding the typical bars and restaurants for tourists, we found this wonderful pub, very tasty food and very attentive and friendly staff, the best place in Madeira that I visited.

Parking: 20 approximately

Kid-friendliness: Yeah“

“Walked all of 10 steps to the next bar. Another typical little bar with pleasant outside seating. Back on the Coral and a white wine. Lovely evening. Puffed maize kernals as a freebie tapas. Lovely and crunchy. Attracting the pigeons.€5.50.“

“The piglet... ah! the piglet.The real Bairrada suckling pig.It's worth it for anyone who knows what they're eating.The dishes of the day are, without exception, for those who appreciate well-prepared food.A place to be noted with great pleasure.“

“We went all around the island and we could not stop talking about this place. The cappuccino is perfect here and the Bolo de Caco is the best we had on the whole island. We also had limpets and chicken. The limpets were fantastic. This place was awesome and will be such a good memory for us, the staff was very nice and its the perfect place for lunch after a morning sunrise hike.“

“Had a variety of dishes here over 3 evenings, all were excellent but the peppered steak was top of the pile, best we have had and we have had a fair few!Everything about this restaurant is excellent food, drinks, the place itself has a lovely feeling and let us not forget the staff from the chef to all the waiting staff 'thank you so very much' for a fantastic 3 visits.“

“Francisco is a lovely and friendly host. We were very satisfied with his directions that led us to the hotel. "second corner" !! We always like to come back and will definitely come back to the "second home" next year. Joachim & Margrit greet you from the north of “