Vila do Bispo
Vila do Bispo is located in the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park and is the westernmost municipality in the Algarve, where small freshwater streams flow into the water. On the southern side, the landscape is marked by coves and bays. The municipality's many beaches, Cabo de São Vicente, and Ponta de Sagres are the most visible attractions. The cuisine is essentially characterized by what the sea provides. Fish, prepared in various ways, and seafood are on every menu. Fish "massada," fish stew, "papas mouras" or "xarém", mackerel, mussel rice, fried moray eel, raw limpets with roasted figs, and ray with garlic are some of the many examples. Fig and almond-based sweets, sugar bread dough, sweet potato pastries, and "Glórias" are abundant.
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Where to eat in Vila do Bispo
Portuguese
25.00 €
Inserido numa antiga casa agrícola, o restaurante A Eira do Mel é um espaço que mantém a traça rúst…
Portuguese
33.00 €
Is the Pousada do Infante which part of this trip to the flavors. The gastronomy is based and inspi…
Mediterranean, Portuguese
30.00 €
Situated a stone's throw from the beach, the dunes is an elegant space with contemporary decor, mix…
Italian, Mediterranean
30.00 €
In the Wild you will find a very familiar and relaxed environment. The restaurant is considered esp…
Mediterranean, Portuguese
15.00 €
Restaurant specializing in grilled fish. Also serves small snacks.
Portuguese
20.00 €
A restaurant that features a wide variety o dishes, mostly fish and shellfish dishes, quite well pr…
Portuguese
15.00 €
A simple and welcoming house, with half a dozen tables, famed for its shellfish rice. The menu feat…
International, Portuguese
25.00 €
A rustic restaurant that serves home made regional dishes and a few international specialities in q…
Portuguese, Seafood restaurant
18.00 €
A restaurant located on the sand dunes, with a terrace for the few days without wind. It serves reg…
Where to sleep in Vila do Bispo
5 star
The Martinhal Beach Resort is a fascinating place, situated on a hillside between the Atlantic Ocean and the Natural Park. The elegance, the modern décor of th…
4 star
Hotel with fantastic views over the sea, characterized by the relaxing atmosphere and minimalist décor, with sober and contemporary architectural lines. It fea…
Nature inn
Offering lovely views of the sea, this inn has 38 rooms and a suite. The excellent fish and seafood served at the inn’s restaurant are sourced locally as the i…
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