YUMMY
EAT MONCHIQUE
YUMMY
EAT MONCHIQUE
Monchique is known for its thermal water, the cork tree forest, splendid nature, and amazing views. It is a great place to go hiking or biking, or strolling the little streets, and enjoying some great local cuisine. Henk Blindenbach of Vila Foia goes tasting
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 because it gets even better! At the top of the mountain, is where Marie-Anne runs her little food truck. In a relaxed setting with several tables scattered on the mountain meadow, you can sit and relax and enjoy a drink and/or a small bite. If you are lucky, (mostly in the weekends) there might be live music, as well.
Alecrim food truck
Miradouro da foia
Open all year, weather permitting
965 874 807
Vegan delight
A bit hidden in one of the small streets of Monchique itelf , 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. On GF Wednesday, all dishes are not only vegan but gluten free as well.
Grumpy Mamas
R. Eng. Duarte Pacheco 13, 8550-462 Monchique
969 648 009
Open Wednesday to Friday – Fri 10:00–15:00
Dining wonder
For good-quality mountain food, Jardim das Oliveiras is a 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.
Jardim das Oliveiras
Sitio do Porto Escuro, 8550-204 Monchique
966 249 070 / 913 081 349
Open 12:00–16:00 / 18:30–23:00
Sundays and Holidays open only for lunch
Great views and reviews
Luar da Foia is the most popular restaurant in Monchique, with a great selection of dishes from the oven and grill. Save some space for dessert as well. All of that comes with great views of the Monchique mountain valley and the Atlantic Ocean and a menu that changes daily.
Luar da Foia
N266-3 4, 8550 Monchiqueue
282 911 149
Open every day except Sunday evenings and Monday
Wine connoisseur
Ceiceira Tasting Lounge is for the wine lovers and offers a great selection of wines from the Algarve and elsewhere. Book a wine tasting experience with tapas – it’s a real trea.
Ceiceira Tasting Lounge
Estrada da Foia, Monchique
282 012 958
Open Friday to Monday, 12:30–22:30
Snacks/starters only, 15:00-18:00
Fish ‘n Chips every Friday in addition to the regular menu
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.
Largo 5 de Outubro, 15, 8550-201 Monchique
914 262 614
11:00–15:00 | 16:00–22:00
