Blue — restaurant in Madeira
Restaurante Blue
Big, rustic grill house in Machico specialising in charcoal cooking — the charcoal-grilled bacalhau and the grilled chicken are what people come for. Covered esplanade, private parking and generous portions at local prices.
About Blue
Blue is a mid-range portuguese, grill and traditional restaurant in Machico
If you only order one thing, make it the charcoal-grilled bacalhau and grilled chicken — it's what the kitchen is known for and what regulars come back for.
What to know before you go
- Walk-ins usually work outside the 20:00–21:30 peak; arrive before 19:30 or after 21:30 for the best table.
- Cards accepted. Tipping ~5–10% on the total is appreciated but not expected.
- Outdoor seating is available — request when booking, as it goes first.
- Lunch service is typically 12:30–15:00 and dinner from around 19:00; many Madeiran restaurants close between services.
- Address: Rua Tristão Vaz Teixeira 108-110, 9200-121 Machico.
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.
Location
Machico, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.71830, -16.76570
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Frequently asked
What is Restaurante Blue in Machico known for?+
Charcoal-grilled dishes, above all bacalhau na brasa and grilled chicken, served in a large rustic dining room with a covered esplanade.
Does Blue in Machico have parking?+
Yes, it has its own private parking, which is unusual in central Machico.
What is Blue known for?+
Blue is known for its charcoal-grilled bacalhau and grilled chicken, plus a wider portuguese, grill and traditional menu.
Do I need to book a table at Blue?+
Reservations are not strictly required, but they are sensible at peak dinner hours (20:00–21:30) and on weekends.
How expensive is Blue?+
Blue is rated €€ — mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
Plan around Blue
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