Restaurante Chefe Joao

Restaurante Chefe Joao

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CUISINES
Seafood, Mediterranean, Barbecue, European, Portuguese
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles520 reviews
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384
Very good
94
Average
20
Poor
14
Terrible
8

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Alshepuk
Hadleigh589 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 couples
Not a place for fine dining but good honest fish and meat dishes. Family run. The salmon and lamb chops come highly recommended We went twice on our recent holiday. Prices very reasonable. Booking recommended.
Written 18 September 2022
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Sean
8 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 couples
Been here a couple of times, food delicious, service speedy and friendly. Only thing to be aware of, when you first sit down you are given a platter of small dishes; bread, cheese, olives, fish pate etc. These aren't free, but are chargeable starters. They're not expensive, and you can refuse them, but just to be aware.
Written 4 June 2022
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Harvey S
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 none
If you want to eat at real Portuguese family restaurant, this is the place. There is a grill at the front where the catch of the day was prepared perfectly, after the chef brought the fish to our table for our approval. We were served a light tapas to start followed by a shrimp scampi dish with ample bread to dip in the garlicky oil and broth. I had the clams the were prepared with ham, sausage, tomatoes and potatoes…so good! The best part is that this place was very casual with no pretense so more comfortable for our laid back style.
Written 5 May 2022
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Alshepuk
Hadleigh589 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 couples
A small family affair of just 4 serving up simple well cooked food. We have visited for a few years. The reason for just 4 stars is that it is missing the atmosphere of the past. Although the service is friendly it is lacking something now that the daughter works in the kitchen and the mother is babysitting. However we will be back again next year.
Written 4 October 2023
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AustinSpeedy
Ormskirk250 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 couples
Known for the fish, barbecued over charcoal and there is usually a good fresh choice including sole fillets. Their seafood rice is also excellent. A very small family run restaurant, it’s always better to book.
Written 27 September 2023
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DUCELINE
France2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 couples
We went to chef Joao hoping to find Suzana and Joâo or we didn't see them…. The business has certainly been sold. The name remains but nothing more to see A horrible fish soup, meat full of water and a cataplane really not up to the standards of the past A word of advice, don't stop there because it's no longer a cantina like we love to eat in Portugal To avoid Celine
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Written 20 September 2023
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PAUL J
United Kingdom24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 couples
We came by this place after not getting a table elsewhere and we are so glad we did. The food was exceptional and cooked to perfection and the service and atmosphere was perfect. Great food at an amazing price ( €60 for starters, main and a bottle of Rose wine! ) We will certainly come back and this is another hidden gem that we stumbled across. It's always worthwhile trying one of the smaller, family run places.
Written 31 October 2024
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keeperlitlad
County Cavan135 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 none
We visited Chefe Joao a few times during our holiday to Alvor. The food is excellent as is the service and the prices are competitive. I have a particular liking for their fish dishes, which are cooked on the barbecue, but all dishes are very good. The staff are also very friendly and efficient. On most evenings booking is essential.
Written 14 October 2022
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MonkeyMagic80
Farnham228 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 none
Having visited this restzraunt on the last night of the holiday, I just wish we had visited on the first! We will be back. From inauspicious surroundings with a quite dated interior, the food that emerges is beyond description for its taste, freshness and authenticity. The starters are not free but cheap but set the scene. The fish is fresh and cooked to perfection , but the best was my cataplana which was bursting with flavour and not served in any of the other restaraunts that we had visited. We cannot wait to go back. Run by a family and all credit to them. If in Alvor and you like seafood you must visit.
Written 29 July 2022
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Ann S
Portugal111 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 couples
We have had several home delivery meals and they have all been lovely . Delivered to your door and always service with a smile. This week we had the daily special , Chicken legs, chips and side salad , very good and most reasonless priced . We highly recommend.
Written 29 April 2021
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Alshepuk
Hadleigh589 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021 couples
Unfortunately the grandfather has passed away but family members have taken over this little gem. Service is excellent from all the family Food is basic but so tasty. Most is cooked on the grill fish is brought in daily. My wife had the salmon with potatoes which said as always was superb. I had lamb chops and chips. We sat and mopped up every last bit. No fancy expensive wines. A great meal which you must book a table for. Can’t wait to go back.
Written 17 September 2021
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T N
14 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 none
We’ve been visiting Alvor for over 25 years and always book a table here each time we stay. We booked the other evening for the following night and the daughter took our booking. When we arrived the following evening we were warmly greeted by her and were shown to our table. As we were doing so, the waiter who was behind the bar shouted across the restaurant that we couldn’t have the table. He had taken a booking for the same time. The daughter showed us the book and our booking was showing before his - she tried to explain that our reservation was in the book but unfortunately she lost the argument and we were told we couldn’t have the table. Very disappointing as we have been loyal customers for such a long time. The waiter needs a lesson in improving his customer service skills which are non existent and more importantly some manners!!
Written 30 September 2022
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Arthur W
Alvor34 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 couples
We took advantage of the early season to eat here. Later in the year you would have to book. We both had the grilled salmon. It was the nicest salmon we have had in Alvor (which isn't easy). Previously had golden bream here which was great also. Very good value for the quality you receive. Staff were very pleasant as usual.
Written 7 March 2020
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stuart m
Dublin18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 family
We ate twice here in the week we were in Alvor and the food was fabulous, I had the very best Sea Bass which is cooked on the BBQ grill in the restaurant and overall this was a fantastic experience and is a must if your traveling to Alvor
Written 22 October 2024
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Joseph M
Dublin575 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 couples
this spot is great for a casual no frills dining experience. We did not have a booking but luckily got a table just inside door opposite the grill which is now done by the son of chef Joao who unfortunately passed away in 2022 and service is done by his grandson.A nice meal was served with good humour and we would certainly visit when back in Alvor again.
Written 30 August 2024
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