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View RestaurantRestaurante Calhau de São Jorge
Nestled in a picturesque setting, this highly-rated establishment offers a truly memorable dining experience. With an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's clear guests appreciate the quality and care put into every aspect. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by the availability of outdoor seating and live music, creating a delightful ambiance. Diners frequently praise the welcoming and helpful staff, noting dishes like perfectly prepared tuna fillet and cod as standouts, alongside exceptional garlic bread. The $$ price range offers excellent value for the quality of food and the overall experience. It's a perfect stop for those exploring the island's beauty, providing hearty and satisfying fare in a location that invites you to linger.
Seafood · European•$$•4.8(925)•Madeira
Nestled in a picturesque setting, this highly-rated establishment offers a truly memorable dining experience. With an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's clear guests appreciate the quality and care put into every aspect. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by the availability of outdoor seating and live music, creating a delightful ambiance. Diners frequently praise the welcoming and helpful staff, noting dishes like perfectly prepared tuna fillet and cod as standouts, alongside exceptional garlic bread. The $$ price range offers excellent value for the quality of food and the overall experience. It's a perfect stop for those exploring the island's beauty, providing hearty and satisfying fare in a location that invites you to linger.
About Restaurante Calhau de São Jorge
Nestled in a picturesque setting, this highly-rated establishment offers a truly memorable dining experience. With an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's clear guests appreciate the quality and care put into every aspect. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by the availability of outdoor seating and live music, creating a delightful ambiance. Diners frequently praise the welcoming and helpful staff, noting dishes like perfectly prepared tuna fillet and cod as standouts, alongside exceptional garlic bread. The $$ price range offers excellent value for the quality of food and the overall experience. It's a perfect stop for those exploring the island's beauty, providing hearty and satisfying fare in a location that invites you to linger.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
Formula-Based Analysis
This restaurant has been analyzed using our formula-based system to help you understand its key features and match it with your dining preferences.
💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Restaurante Calhau
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.8 / 5.0(925 reviews)
The best restaurant we tried on the island so far. The staff was super welcoming and very helpful. We had tuna fillet and cod fish. Both are great. The garlic bread was also better than others we had before. Afterwards we took a walk nearby . It was a perfect location. A restaurant off the beaten path with its own pool for €3/ pesos. If you were here hiking this is stick to your ribs take a long nap type of fairs. Many braised buttered and heavily starched entrees that will have you skipping dinner if there for lunch! If You visit the northern part of the Island you have to come to this wonderful "hidden" place. It is located in a golf and the view is beautiful. The service is excellent and the food is really tasty. I will recommend the trout tartare paired with the delicious fresh bread as starter. For the main curse, the smoked beef brisket and the smoked pork shank didn't dissapoint. If you still have room for dessert, you should get the Crème Brulée de Maracujá.
Find the Restaurant
Where to Find Them
Calhau de São Jorge, 9230-082 Santana, Portugal
+351 291 573 122
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Opening Hours
Open Now
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Recent Reviews
Chia-chen L.
November 2, 2025
The best restaurant we tried on the island so far. The staff was super welcoming and very helpful. We had tuna fillet and cod fish. Both are great. The garlic bread was also better than others we had before. Afterwards we took a walk nearby . It was a perfect location.
craig G.
October 18, 2025
A restaurant off the beaten path with its own pool for €3/ pesos. If you were here hiking this is stick to your ribs take a long nap type of fairs. Many braised buttered and heavily starched entrees that will have you skipping dinner if there for lunch!
Andrei F.
September 28, 2025
If You visit the northern part of the Island you have to come to this wonderful "hidden" place. It is located in a golf and the view is beautiful. The service is excellent and the food is really tasty. I will recommend the trout tartare paired with the delicious fresh bread as starter. For the main curse, the smoked beef brisket and the smoked pork shank didn't dissapoint. If you still have room for dessert, you should get the Crème Brulée de Maracujá.
Reto W.
May 29, 2025
I had lunch today at Calhau de São Jorge and was warmly welcomed with outstanding hospitality. As a starter, I enjoyed a smoked trout tartare paired with fresh garlic bread – a truly excellent combination. For the main course, I had seabass served over a risotto-style base. Both were delicious, with the seabass cooked to absolute perfection. To finish, the passion fruit crème brûlée – freshly caramelized at the table – was a real highlight and an absolute treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. One of the finer dining experiences I’ve had on the island – definitely worth a detour.
Connor S.
November 2, 2025
We ended up eating here twice in 3 days! I got the smoked oxtail and the smoked brisket. Both were absolutely delicious and so was the chocolate brownie. Friendly service, beautiful setting and very reasonable prices. Highly recommended.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Restaurante Calhau special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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