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Reviews - Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

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9.5/10

Excellent
730 reviews
Ambience
9.4
Food
9.5
Service
9.6
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  • R. N.
    R. N.2 months ago

    10

    Three of us went for lunch. The service was exceptional. The dishes we had - Chicken Diane: Chicken with Brie and a Grouper with green herb sauce were all DELICIOUS! Suggested wine pairing, by our server, also spot on! Thank you for a wonderful afternoon!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much 🙏

  • Robert & Dawn G.3 months ago

    10

    This may very well be the greatest restaurant we have ever eaten in and we have traveled to many, many countries. Every dish is absolutely perfect and the service is stellar. We love the ambience and I can’t imagine coming to the Algarve and not dining here on multiple occasions. ❤️❤️❤️

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much🙏

  • Michelle F.4 months ago

    10

    My family of 8 visited on New Year's Eve. Each course was delicious, and the mood was festive yet quiet enough for us to hear each other easily. And we were a quick walk away from the fireworks by the water. Perfect evening!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much.

  • Milena B.4 months ago

    9.5

    Lovely restaurant, food was great though did take a bit longer to come though think that was because the food was being prepared well. They played old 60/70s soul tunes in the background.

  • Edward K.4 months ago

    8.0

    Have been going to this place regularly for awhile, and the food and service has always been good. However, I may be mistaken but feel the prices are gradually rising, and now are a little on the pricey side. 😔☹️

  • jules h.5 months ago

    8.5

    pleasant evening

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Janet M.6 months ago

    5.5

    Having had a wonderful meal here last year we were eager to return. However, we were really disappointed - two of the three meals were really not great. The duck leg was tough and when asked and told, they said they would mention it to the chef but didn't say what the chef had said. The seafood pasta, whilst having a few large pieces of fish, was still minimal in quantity and was very different to the dish served the previous year which had been brilliant. My daughter loves seafood pasta but couldn't eat much of this offering. Unfortunately, as there are so many wonderful restaurants we won't be returning next year. We were really disappointed.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    We sincerely apologize for what happened! We look forward to welcoming you next time.

  • Anastasiia B.6 months ago

    10

    It was wonderful. The most delicious food we had in Portugal. And thank you so much for the wonderful service.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you só much

  • Geoff A.6 months ago

    10

    All four of us were very impressed with the meals we ordered. The service was the best we experienced in the Algarve. We sat outside and it was quiet and intimate.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Suzanne L.
    Suzanne L.7 months ago

    10

    Lovely, serene atmosphere and wonderful food. Staff are all very nice and friendly. Would go back again in an instant if we were staying longer in the area.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Ruth G.7 months ago

    10

    The service from this family run establishment is exemplary and Bernardo really stood out. The food was outstanding and the beef entrecote was simply the best we have tasted. The Algarvian red wine that we chose was something we have not tasted before, but expertly guided by Bernardo and his knowledge we will certainly look for in the future, it was delicious. We will definitely visit again when we come to Carvoeiro as this is a hidden gem of a place and should certainly be on your list of places to eat.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Kate G.7 months ago

    10

    The food was fabulous & the service was fantastic. We had Prawn curry & Portuguese Steak both fabulous. Dok wine was lovely too

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Amber S.7 months ago

    6.5

    Food took a very long time. Servers seemed confused. Food was just ok.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you!

  • Michael L.7 months ago

    10

    Literally the best fish dish I have had in my lifetime (sea bass) and the same could be said about the bruschetta.. I believe one of the owners served us and she was the sweetest person we have met in Portugal to date!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you very much!

  • Simon M.7 months ago

    10

    Friendly helpful staff. Great service. Menu not too complex but done very well. Dined with my family and would thoroughly recommend.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you very much!

  • Andrew S.7 months ago

    10

    The food was amazing snd the service was excellent

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you very much!

  • James B.7 months ago

    10

    Beautiful setting, very good food and impeccable friendly service, we loved this traditional restaurant.

  • John B.7 months ago

    10

    The welcome was excellent. Great wine selection from around the world. The salmon we had was cooked in an orange sauce which gave it a nice flavour and it just flaked away all at a reasonable price

  • Jennifer S.7 months ago

    10

    Absolutely excellent experience from the top notch food to service. I’m surprised this restaurant doesn’t have a Michellen star.

  • Xuemei L.7 months ago

    8.5

    The food is great!!

  • Lisa C.8 months ago

    10

    Food was delicious. Owner was delightful and the location was ideal. Hidden gem! Highly recommend!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much!

  • Andrew P.8 months ago

    9.0

    Very relaxed dining, food was lovely and so was the wine

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you!

  • Terry H.8 months ago

    6.5

    Ok, the wine was warm

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Obrigada!

  • Stewart H.8 months ago

    10

    Lovely restaurant. Food and service was first class. Would recommend.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much!

  • Johnny E.8 months ago

    9.5

    Very friendly and welcoming service. The Cataplana was traditionally prepared and felt like eating at your grandmother’s kitchen, extremely fresh and made with a lot of love. Recommended

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much!

  • Duncan G.8 months ago

    10

    Second visit best restaurant in Carveiro

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much🙏

  • Duncan G.8 months ago

    10

    What a fantastic experience lovely food great setting very relaxing one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten in

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much!

  • Catherine W.8 months ago

    9.5

    The food is absolutely fantastic. We were a table of 8 and every dish was fabulous. I had the grilled snapper and it was absolute perfection. The Vongole and Seafood pasta were exceptional too. We sat outside and the ambience was just perfect. We will definitely be returning!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou!

  • Anne b.8 months ago

    10

    We had such a lovely meal in this beautiful restaurant. Service was top notch and food was delicious. We had the fish stew which is a speciality from Algarve and it was really delicious. Thanks for such a great dining experience!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you very much.

  • David F.8 months ago

    10

    Pleasant greeting, lovely service and excellent food.

  • Richard W.8 months ago

    10

    Service was friendly and attentive. We had a lovely meal. Thank you!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much!

  • Marian D.8 months ago

    10

    Excellent staff, lovely surroundings and delicious food

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you so much.

  • Orla M.8 months ago

    9.0

    Very good meal, service was very good but a little slow as 2 large groups ahead of us

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou

  • Mary Ellen L.9 months ago

    10

    Had to eat here twice during our week stay because the food and service were so good! Portuguese Sirloin a must try as well as the Filet Mignon and Lamb Chops. Delicious!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you very much.

  • Sverre T.9 months ago

    8.5

    Easy booking of table through «The Fork». Nice table outside in the garden. Very nice waiter and excellent service. He gave us good advice of food and wine , and the meal was super for all 7 of us .

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thank you!

  • Carlo L.9 months ago

    10

    Fantastic

  • Mairead O.9 months ago

    8.0

    We had an 8pm booking on a very busy night in July for 4 people. We were seated at the back but would have rathered sit at the front where there is a nicer ambience. Our waiter was very professional and very nice. We didn't have starters. We ordered bread this took forever to come. There was also a long delay with our main courses. The pork loin stuffed with figs was beautiful . The desserts were nice. Would recommend but be prepared to wait on a busy night.

  • Steven C.9 months ago

    9.5

    fabulous service and top quality food and ingredients!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much.

  • Charlotte C.9 months ago

    10

    The best service from our lovely waiter, stunning spot and delicious food. Reasonable pricing too. We will be back with friends!

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much.

  • Katherine Y.9 months ago

    10

    Absolutely brilliant restaurant with fantastic service and incredible food.

    Monte do Mar Carvoeiro

    Thankyou so much.

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