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Os Arcos Restaurante

Rua Alves Correia, 25, 8200, Portugal
289 513 460
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Ranked #10 of 322 restaurants in Albufeira
4.5 of 5 stars 43 Reviews
Cuisines: Portuguese
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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yorkshire
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Dined here twice during our 10 day holiday; excellent value, quality and service. Can definitely recommend the fresh fish; cooked to perfection. Our favourite restaurant in town. More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

We ate here twice on our recent visit to the Algarve. I like to try new places and very seldomly return to the same place, especially within a week. However this restaurant is a real gem, very professional, knowledgeable and enthusiastic owner/ waiter. On the first visit two of our party had steak, each cooked differently, both cooked perfectly! The... More

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kent
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We dined here three times in March and the food and service were impeccable. It was a quiet restaurant but don't let that put you off..once you eat here no other restaurant will compare. The starter of clams and the Portuguese sardines were delicious. We also had the cataplana which was to die for! We also had rabbit,skate and swordfish... More

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Donegal
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

A bit more expensive than the rest but worth it. Fillet steak was superb. More

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Glasgow
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I ate at this restaurant in March and I was a little sceptical as it was extremely quiet.The meal was delightful and I returned for a 2nd visit. 1st visit I had fish and the 2nd occasion I ate portuguese catiplana with pork and clams. Both meals were great and can't wait to go back.Portuguese family run restaurant with friendly... More

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Donegal
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012
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I was actually here in June 2009 but as I'm only writing the review now I'm not allowed to select a date earlier than March 2011. I have been talking about this restaurant ever since our first meal there. I would fly back to Portugal again JUST to eat here. Portuguese style steak is amazing and the host is so... More

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manchester
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7 reviews 7 reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

Visited this restaurant with family 8 in all 4 adults, 2 teens and 2little ones.Nothing was too much trouble. Food was very good, Fillet steak ,Black pork, Chicken,Squid and Monkfish rice all superb. Will be back next year. More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
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The food in this restaurante is amazingly delicious, the sea bass and fillet steaks are to die for, they both melt in the mouth. Me and my family have been visiting this restaurante for the past 7 years, the owners Joseph and Paula are very friendly people and will look after you nothing is too much trouble for them. Paula... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2011

Just back from Albufeira where we dined out for two nights at this restaurant. It's a proper, old fashioned kind of restaurant with a very relaxed atmosphere. True - nothing is rushed but that's part of the charm of the place. The emphasis is clearly and correctly placed on the quality of the food served here. Jose (co-owner) explained to... More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011

Located in the old town. Great restaurant serving excellent food and sangria. Perfect atmosphere and away from the hustle and bustle although only around the corner from main square. You can sit relax and eat at your own leisure. So if it's McDonald-esque service you want, this isn't for you. Also there is nobody outside shoving menu's in your face,... More

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