The stylish but informal restaurant has panoramic views leading towards the sea. Using only the freshest ingredients (some of which we grow ourselves) the food is of the highest quality.
Chef/owner Lee Newsome (formely Head Chef at the Savoy, London) has created fantastic food to suit all tastes and budgets. The menu reflects the many international influences Newsome has enjoyed throughout his career, revamping the line-up every two months to match his mood and ingredient availability.
The beach restaurant with a large terrace is located just less than two miles from VILA VITA Parc on the beautiful sandy beach of Armação de Pêra. Best selection of fresh fish and meat from the grill, salads and snacks.
Arte Náutica Beach Restaurant Armação de Pêra Beach Phone: 282 314 875
Blue Box Card Members Receive 10% off their final meal bill.
Chef Pratt ,or Jonnie as he is known to his friends and colleagues, is a native of Ireland, but his talents have been showcased internationally including stints as Executive Chef at the The Safir Deira Hotel in Dubai, the Marriott Durids Glen in Ireland, and the Marriott Praia del Rey in Óbidos, Portugal.
Since December 2008, Jonnie has taken ownership of the popular “Bistro des Z’Artes” in Almancil. Jonnie is slowly transforming "The Bistro" into a unique grastronomic experience based on his extensive multi-cultural training and creativity.
Using only the freshest of locally sourced ingredients, prepared with great care and attention, Jonnie’s culinary imagination provides superb food served in a welcoming atmosphere, where guests can be entertained and constantly surprised!
Rua Calvario 69 R.C. ALMANCIL Tel 91 940 73 66
For Blue Box Card members, Jonnie will provide a complimentary "chef's recommendation" bottle of wine if your table orders the Chef's Tasting Menu. (€35 per person). The tasting menu features the best of all menu items being prepared that evening.
Whether seeking a refreshing glass of wine, champagne or beer, perhaps with a side of tasty tapas...or a fine Mediterranean lunch/dinner in delightful modern surroundings, the new look of Couleur France restaurant provides an unforgettable dining experience.
Couleur France employs an international team of chefs, extensively trained to provide cuisine of the highest standard, using wherever possible, locally sourced and fresh produce. However, they often vary their policy, for example, to buy superb scallops daily from Long Island in the USA, and foie gras from the finest producers in France!
Vale de Èguas 8135-033 Almancil Reservations: 289 399 515
Blue Box Card members receive 5% off the final meal bill.
Chef/Owners Jose and his wife Jane have created a dining experince in the Algarve that is a favorite among residents and holidayers alike.
The menu at Fuzio’s is varied--offering Italian, Mediterranean and international dishes. Specially imported Italian products are used in many of their dishes as well as the best local fresh produce. Fuzio’s are famous for their Prawns in piri-piri – very Algarve and totally delicious. Other favourite dishes include the herb crusted Rack of Lamb, sautéed scallops and the Beef Marsala, not to mention the various pasta dishes on the menu. And let’s not forget the desserts. All home-made and gorgeous.
Blue Box Card Members receive:
10% off their final meal bill if paying in cash, or 5% off the final meal bill if paying by credit card.
The Herdade dos Grous (Country Estate of the Cranes) is 1,465 acres of vineyards, flowering gardens, and olive and orange groves where guests can learn about horse breeding, organic farming and the cultivation of award-winning wines.
The restaurant offers typical Alentejo cuisine with ingredients primarily grown on the grounds. The personnel combine culinary knowledge of the traditional cuisine with the latest trends of the modern art of cooking. The terrace offers a fantastic panorama view of the country estate and the vineyards.
Just steps from the marina in Vilamoura is this authentic and popular Italian restuarant. Enjoy many of your favorite traditional meals such as pastas, pizzas or risotto. But, be sure to try their fish and meat dishes with an Italian accent including: wrapped salmon and sole filets in cream sauce, medallians of monkfish in a mild curry sauce, tender steak fillet in black pepper sauce, roasted rack of lamb and Saltimboca in Marsala wine. Dine inside or al fresco on the terrace. Add a nice chianti or pinot grigio, and enjoy Italia in the Algarve with Il Trio.
Rua do Clube Náutico Edificio Vila Lusa, Loja 8 8125 Vilamoura
Reservations: 912 556 157
Blue Box Card Members receive 10% off their final meal bill.
Stunning ocean views from the terrace and interior dining room are the hallmark of this gourmet restaurant at Vila Vita Parc Resort. Austrian Chef Hans Neuner focusses on precision cooking, simply but immaculately presented while relying on the best fresh seasonal local produce. The ambience is refined with discreet service and exquisite tableware, setting the scene for a special dining experience.
Blue Box Card members receive 10% off their final meal bill.
The award-winning and Michelin-recommended restaurant offers modern cuisine with house specialities which are French based, and includes, amongst other dishes, an excellent selection of fresh fish and seafood. Compliment the dinner with a selection from the comprehensive wine list.
Experience a memorable candlelit dinner in a truly beautiful and relaxed setting with friendly and attentive service in the Old Coach House. Two intimate dining rooms with three alcoves and traditional eucalyptus pole and cane ceilings. Or, choose al fresco dining on the terrace overlooking the stunning Botanical Garden with lakes and magnificent waterfalls.
Located within the Pestana Palm Garden resort, Pimento Preta is a new gourmet restaurant from partners Nuno Diogo and Tito Correia. The cuisine is based on the gourmet concept but adapted to satisfy consumer needs with adequate portions and a menu created by head chef Pedro Luis that guarantees a memorable dining experience backed by a discreet and highly professional table service.
Nuno and Tito take great pride in using local produce for the restaurant’s dishes and only sweet potatoes grown in Aljezur, for example, are used for the capuccino (soup) of sweet potatoes with cinnamon foam. Menus are updated accordingly depending on the Algarve’s seasonal products. All fresh fish is bought daily at Portimão market.
Pestana Palm Gardens Vale de Centeanes Praia do Carvoeiro - Lagoa
Tel: 282 350 200
Blue Box Card Members receive 10% off the final dinner bill.
Whether after a day of play on the Seve Ballasteros golf course, or a desire to dine on a terrace with remarkable views of the countryside and river, Quinta do Vale Club House restaurant is the place to be. Delicious food in an extraordinary environment overlooking the 18th hole.
Quinta do Vale Castro Marim Reservations: 281 531 615 or 281 543 407 golf@quintadovale.com
Blue Box Card members receive 10% off their final meal bill.
Located at the entrance to the Vila Sol shopping, Sabores do Mundo is positioned so diners enjoy stunning views to the golf course. The owners invite you on a fantastic journey, an experience into the art of cooking at its finest: a fusion of French cuisine, highlighted with the influences of the Pacific.
Vila Sol Shopping Vilamoura
Reservations: 917 725 959 or 289 328 244
Blue Box Card Members receive 10% off the total of their meal bill.
Hidden away in the idyllic setting of the Valverde complex (just off the Quinta roundabout on the road to Pinheiros Altos) is the delightful Tapas Bar. Whether you stop by to eat or for a drink, make yourself comfortable either in the bar, on the terrace or in the garden area. A great local haunt for those in the central Algarve.
Tantalizing tapas. Great main courses. Kids menu. Fantastic cocktails. Excellent value for money.
Blue Box Card members receive 10% discount off your final bill. Not valid with any other promotions, discounts or offers.
Stepping into Thai in Vilamoura, is like stepping out or the Algarve and into the "The Land of Smiles." Bright colors create a harmonious ambiance perfect for enjoying the exotic flavors of traditional Thailand.
Certified chefs from Thai cooking institutes of Bangkok and Chiangmai have assembled a menu of tradtional and popular dishes. Thai food can be simply classified into two main types – Thai curry and stir-fried dish. Both of which are rich of various types of fresh vegetable and sauces.
Located on the main road into the Vilamoura Marina.
Vila Lusa Avenida da Marina Vilamoura Marina
Reservations: 289 302 370
Blue Box Card members enjoy 10% discount off their final meal bill.
Great traditional French food at extremely reasonable prices. Specialties include: mussels, foie gras, magret of duck and crepe suzette. Ambiance is traditional, elegant and air-conditioned comfortable.
Enjoy tapas in the bar while watching your favorite sports on a large plasma screen. Special two-course pricing for lunch and dinner.
Vale Formoso, No. 24 8135-035 Almancil
Reservations: 289 393 301
Blue Box Card members receive 10% off the price of their meal, or a complimentary bottle of house-recommended wine for table of two or more.
