Vila do Peixe: restaurant in Madeira
Vila do Peixe serves seafood and Portuguese cooking in Câmara de Lobos. Prices are upper-mid (€€€) and the house speciality is Whole grilled fish by weight.
Fresh fish grilled to order, sold by weight, on a terrace above Câmara de Lobos harbour. Pick your fish at the counter and watch the boats come in.
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About Vila do Peixe
Vila do Peixe sits in Câmara de Lobos and serves seafood and portuguese food at upper-mid-range prices
Start with the whole grilled fish by weight: it is the reason people come back.
What to know before you go
- Outdoor seating is available. Request it when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Daily 12:00–23:00.
- Address: Rua Dr. João Abel de Freitas 30A, 9300-048 Câmara de Lobos.
- Phone: +351 291 099 909.
- Google rating: 4.3 from over 2,800 reviews.
- Price guide: €20–50 per person.
- Reservations via thefork.pt.
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
- 12:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 12:00–23:00
- Friday
- 12:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00–23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00–23:00
We have not confirmed these hours with the venue ourselves, call ahead before making a special journey.
Location
Câmara de Lobos, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64890, -16.97780
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Frequently asked
What is Vila do Peixe known for?
Vila do Peixe is known for its whole grilled fish by weight, plus a wider seafood and portuguese menu.
How expensive is Vila do Peixe?
Vila do Peixe is rated €€€: upper-mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
Is Vila do Peixe vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. There are vegetarian dishes on the regular menu rather than a single token plate.
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