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Wine connoisseur

Ceiceira Tasting Lounge is for the wine lovers. They are planning to re-open with a great selection of wines from the Algarve and elsewhere – you can book a wine tasting experience with tapas. Don’t forget to talk to the house sommelier and ask for the tips according to your taste and preferences.

Ceiceira Tasting Lounge

Estrada da Foia, Monchique

T: 282 012 958 facebook.com/Ceiceira

Brazilian influence

Pimenta Rosa opened a couple of months ago between Monchique and Caldas de Monchique. With very tasteful dishes and live music, the restaurant has a couple of dishes with great Brazilian influence. Delicious and well-seasoned, it is definitely for you if you are looking for something other than Portuguese food.

Pimenta Rosa

Estrada Nacional 266 Alcaria do Banho

LT, 5 RC, 8550-204

T: 933 734 725 facebook.com/RestaurantePimentaRosa.Porto/

Drinks and snacks on the top of the world

Follow the main road from downtown Monchique up to the top of Foia mountain, at 902m the highest mountain in the Algarve. During the ride up you are treated to several points with stunning views, but don’t stop there… continue up because it gets even better! At the top of the mountain, you will have spectacular views to the south and the west coast. And it is exactly at this point where Marie-Anne runs her little food truckoperation.

In a relaxed setting with several tables scattered on the mountain meadow, you can sit and relax and enjoy a drink as well as a small bite, all served by MarieAnne and her amazing crew. My personal favourite combination is a gin and tonic with a tuna sandwich. Take you time, sit down and enjoy a relaxing afternoon surrounded by nature. And if you are lucky, (mostly in the weekends) there might be live music, as well.

Alecrim Food Truck

Miradouro da foia

T: 965 874 807 monchique.com/index.php/en/foodtruck

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Vegan delight

A bit hidden in one of the small streets of Monchique itself, you will find this bio, vegetarian and vegan restaurant. With a lot of enthusiasm and passion, the ladies create a different theme every day so it is always a surprise and has never disappointed me. On GF Wednesday, all dishes are not only vegan but gluten-free, as well.

Grumpy Mamas

R. Eng. Duarte Pacheco 13, 8550-462 Monchique

T: 969 648 009 instagram.com/ grumpymamasmonchique/

Dining wonder

For good-quality mountain food, Jardim das Oliveiras is definitely my favourite, serving local and traditional dishes, and that translates as lots of comfort food options, in a rural Portuguese setting. The owner, Mr. Geraldino, is a character and gives an extra charm to the place. He will make sure that besides great food you will enjoy a laugh once or twice during your meal.

Jardim das Oliveiras

Sítio do Porto Escuro, 8550-204 Monchique

T: 966 249 070 / 913 081 349 jardimdasoliveiras.com

Great views and reviews

Luar da Foia is the most popular restaurant in Monchique and it is just 800m from Vila Foia. With great selection of dishes from the oven and grill, it is best to make a reservation for both dinner and Sunday lunch. Save some space for dessert, as well; they are delicious and you should not miss it. All of that comes with great views of the Monchique mountain valley and the Atlantic Ocean, and a glorious menu that changes daily.

Luar da Foia

N266-3 4, 8550 Monchiqueue

T: 282 911 149 luardafoia.com

New To Monchique

Foodk25 is a great new option for Asian food lovers, offering takeaway and delivery services that include sushi, saladas, poke bowls and more - tastes that have been missing in Monchique until now.