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An exclusive gourmet restaurant boasting two Michelin stars. The menu degustation errs towards French haute cuisine, with a superb wine list to match. The terrace has a magnificent sea view. Tables are strictly by reservation only, and the dress code is on the casual side of smart.

A Michelin star shines above this Swiss chalet-style restaurant where creativity and innovation are the hallmarks of the menu. Intimate surrounds are enhanced by colourful artwork. Smart to casual dress.

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.

French haute cuisine is served in this 300-year-old converted farmhouse. It will appeal to the seasoned gourmet as well as the wine connoisseur: there are over 200 Portuguese reds alone to choose from!

A restaurant famed for its views over the lagoon as much for its wonderfulcamarão vermelho flamejado (flaming red shrimp) andborrego com estragão (lamb seasoned with tarragon).

Larger-than-life proprietor Joaquim Charneco and his wife Marta have scooped numerous culinary awards for their delicious choice of rustic fare. Traditional wood-burning ovens give the food its distinct flavour.

The bizarre-looking but incredibly tastyemparador (emperor fish) is one of the more unusual treats on the menu at this fabulous quayside restaurant overlooking the River Arade. Spectacular summer sunsets bathe the terrace with a golden light, adding greatly to Sueste’s appeal.

This cosy Dutch-run restaurant exudes a personality all of its own. Generous portions are served in candlelit surrounds, or out on a patio that fills rapidly on summer evenings. Highly recommended is theentrecosto estilo Americano (spare ribs American style).

With dishes liketamboril “Lady Curzon” (monkfish, prawn and mushrooms in a curry and white wine sauce) it’s no wonder the Danish owner/chef is regarded as a master saucier. In summer, diners can enjoy the patio.

Faro’s historic 13th-century cathedral overlooks this quiet, rustic establishment, the name of which translates as “The Moors’ Table”. Thejavoli com molho de frutos (wild boar with fruit sauce) is a much loved classic from the restaurant’s range of Southern Portuguese cuisine.