Restaurante Praia Formosa: restaurant in Madeira
Restaurante Praia Formosa serves Portuguese, seafood and grilled cooking in Funchal, Praia Formosa. Prices are mid-range (€€).
The namesake beach restaurant on Funchal's largest beach: a blue-and-white striped kiosk with a big seafront esplanade directly on the pebbles, serving fresh fish, seafood and Madeiran classics with the Atlantic as the backdrop. Coffee, cocktails and sangria all day on the terrace; a popular sunset spot on the São Martinho promenade. Tel +351 291 177 345.
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About Restaurante Praia Formosa
Restaurante Praia Formosa sits in Funchal, Praia Formosa and serves portuguese, seafood and grill 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
- Outdoor seating is available. Request it when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Daily 10:00–23:00.
- Address: Rua da Praia Formosa, São Martinho, 9000-247 Funchal.
- Phone: +351 291 177 345.
- Google rating: 4.3 from over 1,500 reviews.
- Price guide: €5–25 per person.
- Outdoor seating, great cocktails and a kids' menu.
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, Praia Formosa, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.63930, -16.94720
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Frequently asked
What is Restaurante Praia Formosa known for?
Restaurante Praia Formosa is known for portuguese, seafood and grill cooking in Funchal, Praia Formosa.
How expensive is Restaurante Praia Formosa?
Restaurante Praia Formosa is rated €€: mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
Where is Restaurante Praia Formosa?
Restaurante Praia Formosa is in the Funchal, Praia Formosa area of Madeira (Rua da Praia Formosa, São Martinho, 9000-247 Funchal).
What are the opening hours of Restaurante Praia Formosa?
Listed hours: Daily 10:00–23:00. Check by phone on public holidays and out of season, as times can change.
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