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  • Lively international menu, with surprises such asassiete of sea fish with Thai curry sauce.

  • A Ruína, Albufeira

    Seafood crams the chalked-up menu. ThePargo (sea bream) androbalo (sea bass) are particularly good.

  • Choose from seven different meats, all chargrilled on a hot stone.

  • Renowned Portuguese food critic José Quitério regards this charming rural eatery as one of the best 100 restaurants in the country. Sample traditional dishes such as thecanja de conquilhas (cockle broth) and you’ll understand why. Book in advance.

  • Adega Vilalisa, Mexilhoeira Grande

    A rural gem with fine traditional cuisine, including succulent pork knee roast. See Restaurants.

  • This premier seafood restaurant is well known for its octopus, but the sautéed tuna is just as tempting. A photograph on the wall taken in 1954 shows Tavira under snow – an occurence unheard of since!

  • Opt for the terrace during fine weather for a wholesomeal fresco treat in idyllic surrounds.

  • The proprietor is equally proud of his fresh fish and an autograph by late Beatle George Harrison, scribbled on a one-dollar bill.

  • Famous for itscaldeirada de lagosta (lobster stew) it is open for dinner only in August – bookings required!

  • Casa Pasto Mouro Bar, Salir

    Built on the ramparts of the Moorish castle. Wholesome fare is served by villagers, making this a rural experience to savour. Arrive early.

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