Restaurante Estaminé

Visited twice while in Portugal to celebrate my 60th birthday. 2nd time we were 30 minutes late for our reservation for 6 people which they’d have had every right to let go of especially as it was busy but they had kept it for us. (We did let them know but they were too busy to respond). The staff were very friendly and willing to go the extra mile for us. You need to arrive by boat as it’s an island so book a ferry or shuttle. It’s not cheap but worth every penny/cent. It’s totally self contained so very sustainable. The food was simple but high quality fresh ingredients prepared by chefs who know what they’re doing with flavours!! The red sangria is highly recommended! It is the kind of restaurant we will go back to again and again. Highly recommended!!

Overall, the experience was good because the location is unique and the boat trip makes it more fun. The restaurant is very well integrated into the island’s natural surroundings and is architecturally very beautiful. The staff was very kind and attentive. We expected high prices given the exclusivity of the location, but honestly, we also expected the culinary experience to be at the same level, and it was a bit disappointing considering the cost. Reservations are required.

Almost like a James Bond film when there's an a unexpected structure in the middle of nowhere...that's how it felt walking up to this restaurant on a deserted island! Attentive wairstaff, great food with a nice variety of dishes to choose from and the views are unbeatable. I had the fish soup and bread. Very good and recommend if you are looking for something light before your hike. Other tables with larger groups had fish and table service brings it out to debone.

Despite it's appearance from the outside, and the pricey menu with upmarket food, the interior is a bit of a disappointment. The tables and chairs look more like motorway service station issue, and the tables are poorly set out (if at all). The staff serving were both good and very friendly, so the experience as a whole was quite pleasant.

We are on holiday from Scotland, staying on Faro, we took the catamaran over,to ilha deserta, So we popped in,here,fortunately a table for 2,was available, since we hadn't pre-booked. Very welcoming, pleasant members of staff, the food is absolutely amazing! Hats off,to you all!, quick,friendly service, with a smile! Beautiful views,to take in,while we eat. I am so glad we came!, great value for money, thank you so much! Muito obrigadas,. Keep up the good work 👏

Fabulous restaurant with beautiful view. The staff have been amazing! The food was a little bit expensive but understandable given it is the only restaurant on the island. We would definitely come back if we visit Faro again.

Second visit. Amazing. Group of 6 guys this time. Food absolutely great. Portuguese restaurant staff generally brilliant but on a different level here. Made to feel so welcomed. This is a must!

Absolutely fantastic ambiance. We had the luck to go to there on a beautifully sunny day in autumn and loved the sheer beauty of looking out of the windows onto the lovey island of Ilha Deserta. Combined with lovely service, nice wine recommendations and tasty seafood, it was an amazing experience for myself, husband and 4yo daughter