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Portuguese, Seafood, Mediterranean, European
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Reviewed 12 July 2023

We found the food at the Madalena very good, and visited 3 times. The prices was reasonable. The situation is very good, with a view across the sea. Parking good. The staff were very friendly and helpful - even when there was a rush on....We found"the young man" and Diana particularly kind and helpful.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 3 October 2022

This experience is everything you want when on vacation. The food was very well prepared and the staff could not be more friendly and accommodating. The service was spectacular. (Did I mention we stopped earlier in the day for coffe and ginger cake?) We shared...a mixed seafood with rice, similar to paella but without the sucrada. It was resplendent with seafood and redolent of saffron and garlic. We finished with coffee and poncha, a typical drink of Madeira combining fruit juice and Portuguese aguardente. There are bottled version but they do not come close to freshly mixed. This is must visit restaurant if you travel to Madeira.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 10 May 2022 via mobile

The restaurant was neat and clean with tables outside for nicer weather. The windows beside our table looked like they could open to make it a nicer dining experience. We were looked after promptly by a couple who were friendly and helpful. I ordered a...poncha and got a Real poncha. It was properly made and fresh. This made me feel more likely that whatever came out of the kitchen I would really enjoy. We ordered the espada com banana frita. It was served with a platter of warm, sautéed vegetables and another of cold, chopped vegetables. The meal was excellent! The desert , as well, was great. The bread they brought was also very tasty. The lady suggested Coral when I asked if they could recommend a beer. It was a local Madeiran brand and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The service was excellent and the couple were very friendly and helpful. I understand that this is new management and a new menu . We had hoped to get a nice picture of the sunset across the road but the weather did not cooperate, however the dinner made up for it. We would highly recommend this restaurant and would, if back in Madeira, definitely dine there again.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 1 May 2022

This is an ideal place to stop for lunch if you're driving along the south coast. Catch of the day was superb, expertly filleted at my table by my charming waiter who speaks several languages and works here in 'retirement' from his career in top...hotels. Turn off the main road from the the coastal highway when you see the sign for Madelena do Mar and you can't miss it. Then saunter along the seafront to take in the ocean breezes. A great destination.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 6 September 2020 via mobile

I visited with a group of 12 and we all had a fantastic meal not a single complaint from anyone. My 10 year old Son said it was the best picado he ever had, the fish espetada was also very good. The owner made us...feel welcome and all the staff were very helpful and polite. Can’t wait to go backMore

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 4 March 2020 via mobile

Had limpets and fish cakes to start - okay, but not spectacular. But then had a lovely main of the fresh fish of the day - excellent. Simple restaurant with good and polite service and the ocean views are superb. 70€ - Two appetizers, fish...of the day for 2, 2 beer, bottle of wine and a shared dessert.More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 29 October 2016 via mobile

With min expectations, hungry, we arrived late eve,,, everything served was great Recommend the octopus dish with potatos,, and shrimps, were very hood Great value

Date of visit: October 2016
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Reviewed 3 August 2016 via mobile

It is a snack but I must admit they serve good food even if simple. I would advice to order the fish of the day which is a fresh fish compared to the other that are not... The guy was really friendly and gave good...advices, you can believe him. Childs can run around while you appreciate a simple but good dish with fresh draft beer.More

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed 29 July 2016

We ended up here just by curiosity and were very satisfied. The owner did not speak English but this was not a problem as the menu is in English as well (and we speak portuguese). We ordered a salad and it was very fresh and...abundantMore

Date of visit: July 2016
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Reviewed 28 July 2016 via mobile

The restaurant is near a little beach and at the end of a promenade. It is not very busy, but just enough people there. The food was just fine. We had the fresh fish of the day with a portion of fries, potato's and a...salad. Don't expect something fancy, but it is great after a swim or after a day's walk.More

Date of visit: July 2016
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Reviewed 6 September 2015 via mobile

We went with the three of us. We started with green sngria, very refreshing at the end of a warm day. My main course was a whole octopus in an oily gravy with a hint of tomatoes. After I finished my plate, I just sat...there smiling and thinking about the food. Life is good ;-)More

Date of visit: September 2015
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Reviewed 25 July 2015 via mobile

do not expect something fancy but price/performance is excelent. nice people, fast service. very convenient since it is located next to the beach

Date of visit: July 2015
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 5