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Horta: restaurant in Madeira
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Horta serves vegetarian, Mediterranean, plant-based and comfort food cooking in Funchal, São Martinho / Lido. Prices are upper-mid (€€€), the house speciality is Garden-to-table comfort food with vegetables at the centre and booking is recommended.
From the vegetable garden to the table, Horta brings healthy comfort food to the Lido promenade, led by Chef Afonso Nogueira. The vegetable is the centre of the plate, using local and proximity ingredients. Michelin Guide recommended since 2024.
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About Horta
Horta sits in Funchal, São Martinho / Lido and serves vegetarian, mediterranean, plant-based and comfort-food food at upper-mid-range prices
Start with the garden-to-table comfort food with vegetables at the centre: it 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.
- Outdoor seating is available. Request it when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 18:30–22:00. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
- Address: Rua de Leichlingen 11, São Martinho, 9004-537 Funchal.
- Inside Hotel The Residence (PortoBay).
- Phone: +351 291 708 710.
- Google rating: 4.5 from over 270 reviews.
- Price guide: €50+ per person.
- Menu: menus.portobay.com; reservations via thefork.pt.
- Outdoor seating, great cocktails and vegan 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
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 18:30–22:00
- Thursday
- 18:30–22:00
- Friday
- 18:30–22:00
- Saturday
- 18:30–22:00
- Sunday
- 18:30–22:00
We have not confirmed these hours with the venue ourselves, call ahead before making a special journey.
Location
Funchal, São Martinho / Lido, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.63960, -16.91760
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Frequently asked
What is Horta known for?
Horta is known for its garden-to-table comfort food with vegetables at the centre, plus a wider vegetarian, mediterranean, plant-based and comfort-food menu.
Do I need to book a table at Horta?
Yes, particularly for dinner. A day's notice is normally enough outside August and the Christmas weeks.
How expensive is Horta?
Horta is rated €€€: upper-mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
Is Horta vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. There are vegetarian dishes on the regular menu rather than a single token plate.
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