Ákua — restaurant in Madeira
1 Estrelícia — Very good in its category. Awarded by the MadeiraInfo editorial team.
Seafood restaurant by Chef Júlio Pereira in the centre of Funchal, a short walk from Kampo. Contemporary Atlantic cooking with a focus on the island's fresh fish, shellfish and sea flavours, served in an intimate, family-style room. Michelin Guide listed; the 'water' counterpart to Kampo's 'earth'.
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About Ákua
Ákua sits in Funchal and serves seafood, contemporary and portuguese food at upper-mid-range prices
Ask about the fresh atlantic fish and shellfish before anything else; the rest of the card is solid, but that is the reason people come back.
What to know before you go
- Reserve if you can: weekend dinner sittings go early, and walk-ins after 20:00 often wait.
- Payment by card is standard. Service isn't added, and a few euros left on the table is generous.
- Outdoor seating is available — request when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Daily 12:30–23:00.
- Address: Rua dos Murças 6, São Martinho, 9000-058 Funchal.
- Phone: +351 938 034 758.
- Google rating: 4.7 from over 2,700 reviews.
- Price guide: €50+ per person.
- Menu and reservations at akuafunchal.pt; also on thefork.pt.
- Outdoor seating, cocktails and Wi-Fi.
Best time to visit
Year-round. Dinner reservations are tightest from late April to October and over Christmas / New Year; lunch is easier almost any day.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12:30–23:00
- Tuesday
- 12:30–23:00
- Wednesday
- 12:30–23:00
- Thursday
- 12:30–23:00
- Friday
- 12:30–23:00
- Saturday
- 12:30–23:00
- Sunday
- 12:30–23:00
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Location
Funchal, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64770, -16.90840
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Frequently asked
What is Ákua known for?
Ákua is known for its fresh atlantic fish and shellfish, plus a wider seafood, contemporary and portuguese menu.
Do I need to book a table at Ákua?
Yes, particularly for dinner. A day's notice is normally enough outside August and the Christmas weeks.
How expensive is Ákua?
Ákua is rated €€€ — upper-mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
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