Reviews - Retiro do Camponês
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Sarah D. • 1 review
September 23, 2025
10/10
This place is amazing. ive been going to this restaurant for many years. They have gone upmarket with the furniture. The food hasnt changed, its still amazing. This restaurant is off the beaten track, but its our go to, whenever we are in Portugal. We always visit here. The prices have increased, but so totally worth it.
Lucy G. • 11 reviews
August 24, 2025
10/10Always excellent; food, service, ambience. A great Sunday lunch.
Keith I. • 19 reviews
August 17, 2025
6/10Two of us ordered Picanha, and two ordered pork and clams. the Picanha was so tough it was almost impossible to eat. The pork was very dry and also tough to chew. the food experience was very bad...we have been there several times before and haven't had any problems. we tried to talk with the chef to explain as I am sure they don't willingly want to serve such poor quality meat to other customers, but they wouldn't let us communicate. in fairness, they didn't charge us for the bad meals which is much appreciated. I am surprised that they don't have better quality control, as all the meat was like leather and it is something they could easily check in the kitchen.
Jo R. • 5 reviews
August 12, 2025
9/10This is a very traditional Portuguese restaurant- no frills. Great food, reasonably priced. But waiters not very friendly!
ralph h. • 21 reviews
July 31, 2025
9.5/10They seem to have a lot of new staff that were not as efficient as would be our usual expectation from previous visits. But they came through in the end and the food was excellent.
Amanda V. • 2 reviews
July 17, 2025
9.5/10Sat outside in the beautiful garden. Perfect!
Rosário C. • 2 reviews
July 16, 2025
4/10We were at a Family dinner and frequently go to this restaurant even in winter (low season). Food was good but service it was really bad. Employee throw the wine into the glass, some wine went through the glass and the table without cleaning, not even apologize!! they provide meet knifes and assume they should be used for starters, main meal, either if it is meat or fish. Nothing like this is acceptable in a restaurant with those average prices 25€ main meal. 32€/ person in average Unfortunately will not comeback again or recommend this place to friends.
Carlos C. • 64 reviews
July 13, 2025
9/102nd year/time coming to this restaurant. Great food quality (octopus, meat,…) efficient and kind service . Prices little high but not when in Algarve on summer, exception with desserts… really too small
Frederik A. • 4 reviews
June 26, 2025
8/10Everything good except the prices are too high
Gosia Z. • 1 review
July 1, 2025
7.5/10We ve been going to this restaurant for years now. The food never disappoints but the service got so bad. There is no maitre d’. No one takes an interest in looking after the table. No trained wine waiter. New wine poured without being offered to be tasted. Also, the service is very slow
Sharon W. • 2 reviews
June 27, 2025
9.5/10We had the fixed weekday lunch menu and it was delicious and generous
Delwin W. • 25 reviews
June 26, 2025
10/10Retiro do Camponês offered tasty food in a tranquil environment with friendly service. Definitely worth another visit!
Carole H. • 17 reviews
June 24, 2025
10/10Always take visitors here who are always impressed! Highly recommended
Helen D. • 4 reviews
June 12, 2025
7.5/10Lovely tasty food - tuna main and wild boar main. Generous portions and well presented dishes and sides. Good value too. We will return.
Caroline R. • 2 reviews
June 3, 2025
10/10Brilliant as always. Food was fantastic as was the service
Ashley P. • 5 reviews
May 30, 2025
9/10One of our favourite restaurants. Great food, lovely venue.
Marie M. • 1 review
May 23, 2025
10/10Food was amazing and great value for money .luv this restaurant
Natalie S. • 1 review
May 13, 2025
9/10It was our wedding anniversary & we had our wedding reception here 25 years so it was nice to return Food was delicious although we did have to send steak back as not cooked enough but that’s my husbands fussy trait I had the king prawn delicious Lovely ambience one of the waitresses wasn’t very good she hardly understood you & a bit slow not sure if she’s new ?
Luciano D. • 44 reviews
May 11, 2025
8/10Excelente meals, service and ambiance, reasonable choice of wines. Parking a bit limited in busy days.
Kristine K. • 8 reviews
May 7, 2025
9/10Quiet, cozy place tucked away in a small residential area. Also has a great outdoor space, will return for lunch to enjoy dining outdoors. Food is well prepared with their own unique recipes for the traditional pork cheeks and clams w/ pork dishes we had. French fries were perfectly crunchy and delicious. Prices are a bit higher than similar places, but the atmosphere is worth it.
Isabella G. • 1 review
May 2, 2025
9/10Just perfect even on a rainy day with children. The outside looks wonderful and it was a very pleasant experience on the whole.
Debbie Oliver D. • 16 reviews
April 20, 2025
9.5/10Always delicious, good service, great restaurant. Thank you 😊
Anthony H. • 1 review
April 15, 2025
10/10Wonderful local menu served in homely relaxed atmosphere.
Robin K. • 1 review
April 11, 2025
10/10One of our favourite places in Portugal. After not being here for a few years, we were delighted by the works done and new ambience. The food and atmosphere were fabulous and it was the perfect setting for a great catch up with friends. A true hidden gem and 10/10
Emmet O. • 1 review
March 30, 2025
10/10Lovely spot, perfect for mothers day with a very warm and relaxed atmosphere. Great staff and very tasty food would have loved to try more of the menu!
Luciano D. • 44 reviews
March 9, 2025
8/10It was a positive experience, as usual. Service was a bit slow from arrival to paying the bill, restaurant was not completely full and had nobody outside due to weather. Food was good for appetizer to main course and desert, wine requested from the list was not available and replaced one not at same level. We will return for sure and we recommend this restaurant.
david o. • 24 reviews
March 15, 2025
6/10Beware the pre-dinner tasters arriving at your table are not a gesture of welcome they will be charged even though you did not request them! (18euros)
Sarah B. • 1 review
February 15, 2025
10/10Food is so tasty delicious service is very good very nice restaurant we will go back with more guests who come to visit us
Jose B. • 1 review
January 21, 2025
10/10Good food friendly service nice ambiance
Gail B. • 1 review
January 18, 2025
8/10Food was good, delicious entradas and mains. Service was good but the place was a bit cold.
anne v. • 8 reviews
January 19, 2025
8/10better explanations about dishes & side dishes
David H. • 2 reviews
January 11, 2025
10/10Super restaurant with super food
Richard T. • 8 reviews
November 26, 2024
10/10I have visited this restaurant on numerous occasions and each time I am consistently impressed by the exceptional service and delectable cuisine.
Carole H. • 17 reviews
November 17, 2024
10/10Great food and wine, as per usual. Would definitely recommend
Sara D. • 14 reviews
November 13, 2024
10/10Always excellent food and service with a smile, our favourite restaurant!
Sheila T. • 11 reviews
November 9, 2024
9.5/10Lovely meal food was excellent as always.
Nicola H. • 1 review
October 13, 2024
10/10Fantastic lunch, super wine choices and lovely friendly staff. Will be back
Kamilla J. • 2 reviews
October 12, 2024
7/10Door was squeaking, sitting two people next to the bathroom is not very nice. Other than that was a good experience
Anthony C. • 23 reviews
October 4, 2024
10/10Lovely evening dinner with good friends. Great food and wine!
Glyn R. • 13 reviews
September 29, 2024
9.5/10Excellent food, beautiful setting
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