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Os Arcos Restaurante

Rua Alves Correia, 25, Albufeira 8200, Portugal
289 513 460
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Ranked #6 of 437 restaurants in Albufeira
Cuisines: Portuguese
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Visited this restaurant with my girlfriend based on earlier TripAdvisor reviews. We were not disappointed - the staff were most welcoming and the food was superb, particularly the fish which was extremely fresh and excellently cooked. We'd thoroughly recommend this for others looking for genuine Portuguese food in Albufeira.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Quality and excellence mean different things to different people. If you wish for genuine Portuguese food in pleasant surroundings while been served by the host who shows and conveys a true love for his countries flair for fine dining then you need look no further. If you are lucky enough to fit a visit into your schedule then do so... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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13 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Visited here after a recommendation from a friend and what can I say, Yum!! Ordered the garlic prawns which were delicious! Our taste buds were going crazy dipping our garlic bread in the sauce. Ordered grilled salmon for main and it was perfect. Everything is homemade. Even the mayonnaise. The chocolate cake was also amazing. Went twice in our visit... More

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Went here after hours, which is basically portugese time ;) Was alone, and there was only one table free but they did not hesitate to offer me that table eventhough behind me a party of 2 arrived. Starter: garlic bread and calameres and both were some much better than I have ever had them before. fresh bread, loads of garlic... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We went here after seeing the great reviews online and we were not disappointed! The Clams Bulhão Pato were amazing! For the second course we both had the filet which was also very good. And the dessert! Yum! The waiter (I believe he was also the owner) was very attentive and personable. When I got an oil stain on my... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Great little family run place and open on Sundays! All good fresh food from the general menu but beware the "Paella" menu! It's "franchise food" reconstituted prawns and the like, Paella is a shared dish like the Cataplan for two people, try that instead from the general menu, that's the only thing spoiling a great little place, enjoy!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Went here for dinner on 17th april with my wife, really glad i did! After being seated and drinks order taken, we were shown a plate of fresh fish from which i chose a rather large, tasty looking sole, wife opted for portuguese steak. When the fish arrived it was expertly deboned by the owner/waiter and i have to say... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Stumbled upon this cosy little restaurant just off main square. Wonderful food and friendly service. Try the fresh fish.

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013 via mobile

We were walking to the square and saw the restaurant, there wasn't anybody trying to pull you in which was nice... I had the fillet steak which is the best steak I have ever had. That is no exaggeration. It was small but u get a better service because of this. When I go back in September I will eat... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

We were really looking forward to enjoying a meal in this restaurant having read all the excellent reviews. Unfortunately we never got to enjoy it. When we entered the restaurant there were around 6 other occupied tables. We were given menus but no wine list. between 5 and 10minutes passed and another couple entered. The waiter went and gave them... More

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