Loki, the restaurant in Portimao, is quite unique: it only has two  tables and serves a maximum of six people per night. It's modest, rustic and authentic. Owner, Chef, waiter, Joao Morreiros, (yes, he is the only person working there), has created a special experience. There is no set menu, instead Joao serves 11 courses and they are different every time, so you do not know what you will get until he presents and explains each dish to you. All produce comes from within 100km and Joao works exclusively with produce from the Algarve. He makes his own butter, soy, and prepares his own flour for the bread. We visited in October 2022 and it was a truly great experience of authored cuisine.
+351 962 109 656. www.lokirestaurant.com €95 per person

If meat and fish are not to your liking then a new Vegan tapas restaurant can be found in the historic town of Silves. Parsley & Thyme, operated by the owners Ashley da Costa and Marina Chudinova, the menu covers Indian, Syrian and Italian influences with fresh local produce. Email: [email protected] or call +351 930 570 316.
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