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With so many food restaurants in the Algarve this listing cannot be described as definitive. However, we hope that readers will find the restaurants that we´ve included provide enough variety to be useful.

Seafood Cataplana

The Moors introduced oranges, tangerines, almonds and figs to Portugal and these find their way into many of the Algarve´s sweets and cakes. Look out for doces de amêndoas, (almond cakes), made from ground almonds and orange flower water, as well as the bolos, morgados and pastéis, often each town will have it´s own unique concoctions.

The various lagoons that provide shellfish in great numbers, the clams, cocles and oysters are of a very high quality, with baby squid and sardines also popular. Mixed seafood, meat and vegetables are cooked and served in a domed dish called a cataplana.

And don´t worry if meat is your thing, the chicken piri-piri, carne de porco and bifes are generally of a high quality wherever you find yourself eating.

Vila Joya

The only two Michelin Star restaurant in Portugal, Vila Joya offers an exclusive and intimate fine dining experience overlooking the Algarve coast.
www.vilajoya.com

Amadeus

Seductive cuisine, modern and ambient atmosphere, and the service, all make a great dining experience!
www.amadeus.hm

Rei da Praias

With a sea-view, this property is divided into a restaurant and bar. In the restaurant, with terrace, you can enjoy a diversity of fish and seafood caught daily.
www.restaurantereidaspraias.com

Pezinhos n'Areia

Specialising in fresh fish and seafood since 1983 when Pezinhos n'Areia was a small hut on the beach.
www.pezinhosnareia.com

Orangerie

The Vila Monte Hotels restaurant, Orangerie, offers a menu based on local products and fresh ingredients organically grown on their estate.
www.vilamonte.com

São Gabriel

Set in a beautiful old villa surrounded by luscious gardens, The Michelin starred restaurant São Gabriel was founded by Swissman Rudi Maerkle 10 years ago.
www.sao-gabriel.com

Willies Restaurant

Willie, a Michelin Star Chef, and now, his Michelin Star restaurant - serves you a mixture of international influenced cuisine, in a relaxing ambient atmosphere.
www.willies-restaurante.com

Vagabondo

Located on the main pedestrian street of Alvor, the main dining room is a lovely place to enjoy a great meal, and in winter the fireplace provides a cozy atmosphere.
www.alvor-restaurants.com