Cidade Velha: restaurant in Madeira
Cidade Velha serves Portuguese, traditional and seafood cooking in Funchal Old Town. Prices are mid-range (€€) and booking is recommended.
Charming Funchal Old Town spot near the waterfront serving classic Madeiran cuisine on a sea-view terrace.
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About Cidade Velha
Cidade Velha sits in Funchal Old Town and serves portuguese, traditional and seafood food at mid-range prices
Order whatever the kitchen is pushing that day, Madeira's best restaurants change menus with the fish landings and the season.
What to know before you go
- Reserve if you can: weekend dinner sittings go early, and walk-ins after 20:00 often wait.
- Outdoor seating is available. Request it when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Daily 10:00–23:00.
- Address: Rua Portão de São Tiago 21, 9060-250 Funchal.
- Phone: +351 962 753 096.
- Google rating: 4.4 from over 800 reviews.
- Price guide: €20–45 per person.
- Reservations via thefork.pt.
- Outdoor seating, great cocktails and vegetarian options.
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
- 10:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–23:00
- Friday
- 10:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–23:00
- Sunday
- 10:00–23:00
We have not confirmed these hours with the venue ourselves, call ahead before making a special journey.
Location
Funchal Old Town, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64719, -16.89906
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Frequently asked
What is Cidade Velha known for?
Cidade Velha is known for portuguese, traditional and seafood cooking in Funchal Old Town.
Do I need to book a table at Cidade Velha?
Yes, particularly for dinner. A day's notice is normally enough outside August and the Christmas weeks.
How expensive is Cidade Velha?
Cidade Velha is rated €€: mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
Is Cidade Velha vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. There are vegetarian dishes on the regular menu rather than a single token plate.
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