Local Recommendations from our My Guide Algarve team

Pêra Bistro Bar – for fabulous tapas and a great selection of local wines, fresh and tasty food, a relaxed atmosphere, and weekly live music sessions. A family-run bistro, open for lunch and dinner, and amazing tapas. Located next to the market in Armação de Pêra.

Hexagone Steakhouse - quality meat, cooked perfectly. Enjoy Hexagone's excellent food and service. The menu features excellent steaks as well as seafood and vegetarian options. There is a very good wine list too.

UMAMI offers Asian fine dining at Quinta do Lago. Quality and authentic modern Japanese cuisine to be savoured by Ria Formosa. Robata grill, sushi and sashimi, and an outstanding cocktail menu to match the stunning setting.

Tribulum is an exciting restaurant bringing enthusiasm, innovation and deliciously crafted food to the table, paired with carefully selected wines. From field to fork, quality is evident in every dish, from locally sourced fresh produce to bread home-made from artisanal, hand-milled flour.

Ocean Restaurant at Vila Vita Parc Resort is an exceptional gourmet experience. Holder of two Michelin stars, the tasting menus are exquisite renditions of the art of fine dining by chef Hans Neuner, inspired by Portuguese culture and history.

Paper Moon at W Algarve brings authentic Italian cuisine to a truly stunning setting. Amazing ocean views and glorious sunsets match the fresh and vibrant flavours. Sea Sky Lounge bar for sunsets at cocktail followed by fabulous food, all served with W hospitality and style.

Julia's is one of the best beach bars and restaurants in the Algarve. Amazing sea views, fabulous food by the beach and live music. Excellent beach wedding venue. Fresh seafood, steaks and vegetarian dishes.

Casa Velha - fine dining in Quinta do Lago, exudes a timeless charm, elegance and comfort. The ambience complements the fabulous setting, the welcome is warm and the cuisine is first-rate. The enjoyment ...

Parrilla Natural is a meat lovers Shangri-La and a bon vivant's paradise. The steak house's lush gardens, huge deck are the perfect setting for one of the best dining experiences in the Algarve, and a super wedding venue.

The Black Stove Irish Bar, Alvor – serving Guinness, live music, good times, and all sports since 2005. A sports bar, Irish bar, and live music bar, this is a great venue for fun evenings, cold pints, and watching the big game. Open every day, with live music every night.

Dano's at The Campus is Quinta do Lago's sports bar and restaurant where you can kick back and relax, enjoying all the sport, craft beer, tasty food and a family friendly environment. 

Pêra Bistro Bar – for fabulous tapas and a great selection of local wines, fresh and tasty food, a relaxed atmosphere, and weekly live music sessions. A family-run bistro, open for lunch and dinner, and amazing tapas. Located next to the market in Armação de Pêra.

Julia's is one of the best beach bars and restaurants in the Algarve. Amazing sea views, fabulous food by the beach and live music. Excellent beach wedding venue. Fresh seafood, steaks and vegetarian dishes.

Fin's Restaurant and Beach Bar - a relaxed and welcoming beach restaurant with amazing views, great food and the best Guinness in town! Perfect for groups, sunset drinks and tasty food.

The Green Zebra at Tribulum Restaurant. Amazing cocktails, fabulous wines and a beautiful open-air setting where you can enjoy delicious snacks and live music. Perfect for private parties and weekend fun.

The Shack is the go to place for great food, drinks and fun in Quinta do Lago. Right by the lake, its home to laid back good times and great live music! Fab view across t...

NoSoloÁgua Club and Restaurant is what you dream a beach club should be. Sunny, bare foot luxury combined with a mellow vibe, great food, chilled cocktails and the best parties. Stay poolside or on the beach, sip champagne, sample some sushi and enjoy life!

Izzy´s Beach Restaurant is set right on Garrão beach, in the Algarve's Golden Triangle. This is a 5 star beach experience, with amazing views, a relaxed vibe, food and service to keep you coming back for more! Perfect sunsets, fun music sessions and a dream venue for parties, weddings and celebrations.

Mini golf, Trackman golf simulators for golf lovers, a super restaurant and bars with sunny terraces. Great for families, for golfers, for groups and parties. Excellent setting in Alvor and friendly service. Perfect for mini-golf fun, after beach drinks, fun for the kids and live entertainment.
 

The chance to interact with dolphins in a pool is a dream for many people. Dolphin Emotions at Zoomarine makes that dream a reality. One of the Algarve's leading attractions Zoomarine offers this unique experience.

Portitours - here's where you can find boat trips, off-road safaris, hiking and biking tours, adventure days, private and group tours in the Algarve. Experience and professionalism at your service.

The Campus is Quinta do Lago's sports hub, providing top class tennis, padel and high performance facilities for professional athletes and entusiastic amateurs.

Adventure Golf Alvor brings some fun, adventure golf to Alvor, Portugal. Watch out for the huge dinosaurs! 18 challenging and fun mini-golf holes - great entertainment for adults and children, perfect for groups and a great venue for kids' parties. Bar on site serving drinks and snacks. Free entry. Pay to Play adventure golf.

Zoomarine is the Algarve’s top attraction. A fabulous family marine theme park with dolphins and seals, pirate shows, water slides, wave pool, even a beach! The only place in Europe where you can interact with dolphins in the pool. 

Santa Bernarda Pirate Ship – sail to the Benagil sea caves, explore secret bebeaaches and delight in the unique experience of sail boat cruising along the Algarve coast. Beach BBQ boat trips, caves boat tours and private parties and events. Sailing from Portimão, easy online booking.

AlgarExperience - Boat trips, dolphin watching, boat parties and beach BBQ cruises.If you are looking for a boat trip along the beautiful coastline of the Algarve, Portugal then you need to check out AlgarExperience. Based at the marina in Albufeira, A...

Personalised luxury yacht charter from Vilamoura marina. Explore the Algarve coast aboard a 50 foot Sunseeker yacht private charter with outstanding service. Choose your route, relax and enjoy!

Santa Bernarda Pirate Ship – sail to the Benagil sea caves, explore secret bebeaaches and delight in the unique experience of sail boat cruising along the Algarve coast. Beach BBQ boat trips, caves boat tours and private parties and events. Sailing from Portimão, easy online booking.

AlgarExperience - Boat trips, dolphin watching, boat parties and beach BBQ cruises.If you are looking for a boat trip along the beautiful coastline of the Algarve, Portugal then you need to check out AlgarExperience. Based at the marina in Albufeira, A...

Explore the Algarve coast, including the Benagil cave with Ophelia Boat Trips. Watch for dolphins in the wild, discover secret beaches and enjoy summer boat parties on this modern and comfortable catamaran. Departs from Portimão.

Personalised luxury yacht charter from Vilamoura marina. Explore the Algarve coast aboard a 50 foot Sunseeker yacht private charter with outstanding service. Choose your route, relax and enjoy!

Bom Dia Boat Trips run tours from Lagos along the coast to Ponta de Piedade, exploring the caves and grottoes of the Algarve. Aboard colourful traditional Portuguese sail boats, this is a fabulous way to discover the magnificent coast. Dolphin Watching, Grottoes Boat Trips, BBQ Boat trips and Kayaking tours available.

Private yacht charter from Albufeira. Experience the Algarve aboard a sleek yacht. Full or half day trips, sunset cruises, private parties and romantic nights. Book your charter now.

Carvoeiro Caves runs daily boat trips to the Benagil and Carvoeiro sea caves in the Lagoa area of the Algarve. The best way to explore the stunning caves along the coast, including the famous Benagil cave. Daily cave trips, private trips, free parking nearby. Easy online booking. Top-ranked boat trips in Carvoeiro.

Fabulous coastal cruises, sunset cruises, fishing trips from Vilamoura with Cruzeiros da Oura. Beach BBQ, sunset boat trips and more, all with excellent service from the experienced crew. Group trips and private charters available too.

Join Ocean Quest Algarve boat trips from Vilamoura to discover the beauty of the Algarve seascape and the secrets of the coastline. Boat trips to the caves, dolphin watching, live music and sunset vibes - all with 5 star customer service from a passionate and enthusiastic team.