Having lived in Sao Bras now since November 2011 we have had the chance to try many different eating places, there are many nice places but without doubt this is SIMPLY THE BEST. The owners John and Emma made us so welcome on our first vist to Messa de Chefe, including a bottle of champers ( Cheers John ) to... More

My husband and I decided to visit Mesa de Chefe on our recent holiday in Portugal after reading fantastic reviews on Tripadvisor and I'm so pleased we did because not only we had some amazing nights there but we also made great friends - owners Emma and John and gorgeous Deanna. This is truly a hidden gem and we liked... More

We as 3 golf widows decided to be ladies that lunch, this restaurant was recommeded to us and we were not disappointed. The food was wonderful the atmosphere very relaxed but smart. The owners John & Emma along with their lovely daughter were really good hosts. We were sorry to have just missed their weekly Zumba class which sounded great... More

We visited on April 6th for lunch,we had a variety of Tapas dishes and every one of them was gorgeous.The owners and their lovely daughter were fantastic hosts and very friendly without being too intrusive..we enjoyed it so much we went there again 2 days later for the Easter BBQ which was a great day(and night!) with great entertainment. We... More

My friend and I visited the Mesa Do Chefe for the first time recently. We were overwhelmed by the service we received there. From Deanna the charming daughter of owners John and Emma, who is already quite experienced in customer service skills and speaks very good Portugese! To the wonderful tapas dishes cooked by Emma , (we ordered lots of... More

A great experience at the Mesa de Chefe in Peral, Sao Bras in the Algarve. Tapas and super food has arrived in Portugal and is well worthy of a visit, as a tourist or a resident in the Area. John and Emma go out of their way to "Provide Awsome Service" from an expansive menu that can cater for most... More

In a Dark and stormy Night, we Were looking for a certain restaurant, that has been recommended to us. And it was really hard to find. But at last ca. 3 km. Outside São Bras de Alportel we Were lucky. We had the most wonderfull selection of Tapas, very good Wine, and a most friendly atmosphere. Our Best rekommandations.

It provides good seating both inside and outside. The staff are very well schooled in servise with a smile and the food is of top quality and very varied. Tapas being the norm, it is well cooked and presented with a colossal variety at a very reasonable price range. I go there often as it is one of my favourite... More

Of all the restaurants in Portugal the one I always return to is Mesa de Chefe. The food is imaginative, it is faultlessly prepared by Emma, a skilled and imaginative chef, and then it is served with panache by friendly staff who only want you to enjoy your time in a restaurant, which feels as if you have always belonged... More