Snack Bar Maré
Family-run spot in Caniço renowned for Eastern European specialties — borscht, hearty stews and Madeiran staples. Often has live music.
About Snack Bar Maré
Snack Bar Maré is a budget-friendly eastern-european, portuguese and international restaurant in Caniço
Eat what's in season: black scabbard and tuna in summer, espada with banana in autumn, slow-cooked beef and limpets through the cooler months.
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.
- Indoor only, so the room can get warm in summer evenings; ask for a table by the door if you like air flow.
- Hours: Monday–Friday & Sunday 09:00–23:00. Closed Saturday.
- Address: Rua Dom Francisco Santana, Edifício Ventur Bloco II, Caniço.
Best time to visit
No closed season. If you're aiming for a weekend dinner between May and October, treat reservations as compulsory rather than optional.
Location
Caniço, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64780, -16.84250
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Frequently asked
What is Snack Bar Maré known for?+
Snack Bar Maré is known for eastern-european, portuguese and international cooking in Caniço.
Do I need to book a table at Snack Bar Maré?+
Reservations are not strictly required, but they are sensible at peak dinner hours (20:00–21:30) and on weekends.
How expensive is Snack Bar Maré?+
Snack Bar Maré is rated € — budget-friendly. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
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