PlACES

Polako's Bar

Polako’s Bar, in Cabanas opened its doors just six weeks ago after a major refurbishment, to modernise and bring the back a fun and lively feel, whilst keeping all its original character.

Steve, who now runs the spacious bar, shared with us the history leading up to him now managing Polako's. he had seen the old bar many years ago and had “always dreamt of running it himself”. through ambition and perseverance, he has now achieved his goal. in 1987 steve arrived in the east algarve having left Wandsworth london where he worked for the national trust as a specialist decorator on projects such as hampton court and impressively buckingham Palace. in search of something new, and a change of lifestyle, steve moved to manta rota, painting villas and houses and was then offered a job at Pedras da rainha in cabanas, as their entertainment’s manager. he went on to work at the Jolly sailor, in the bar, as well as organising their discos and karaoke, as well as the restaurant in Quinta velha. living and working in cabanas, steve has many friends locally, including John from casa algarvia and simon, soon to open alfresco, an english style supermarket. he also has his two sons, marcus 17, who was born here in Portugal, and Jordan 15 born in the uK. both his sons are fondly known by everyone in cabanas. steve was approached by luis the bar owner, who saw him as the ideal character to run the bar. he helped luis with the refurbishment and it now offers a large choice of beers, all international drinks, coffee, various snacks and tapas. Polako's is open every day, (except monday) from 9am till 2am, and until 3am on Friday and saturday. You can watch sky sports tv on either of the two screens, enjoy live music, the in-house dJ, or the music channels. appealing to all ages, locals and visitors from far and wide, they have created a hip and friendly place to meet. luis also owns the rota do Peixe restaurant in conceição de tavira, which offers good food and value with an all you can eat menu. We wish steve continued success in his new venture it was great to meet him. many thanks.

Places

address: R. Capitão Jorge Ribeiro 24/6 Cabanas, CABANAS DE TAVIRA, FARO 8800-591 telephone: 281 324 586 or 961 889 231