Praia da Luz

Praia da Luz

9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Monday
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
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9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
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Thursday
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
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Jochen B
Bonn358 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
The "Onda Luz" is located on Rua Direita at the exit of the beach town towards Lagos. It is easy to overlook because nothing on the outside or inside promises an above-average dining experience. But that is deceptive because the small restaurant with a maximum of 35 seats offers a high-quality menu for Praia da Luz at very fair prices. The service is very friendly and quick, you can watch the ladies preparing the food in the open kitchen and you are served unpretentiously, the food is delicious, comes in decent portions and is completely satisfying for the guest. One of the best restaurants in Praia da Luz!
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Written 8 February 2024
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Steve_of_N21
London, UK3,646 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
This Trip Advisor entry is technically for the beach of Praia da Luz, but most people post reviews of the bar and restaurant of the same name which has a commanding position overlooking the beach. We utilised both so I will comment on both.
The bar / restaurant is reached from a tree lined path from the road above. It has an internal restaurant section but the best spots are the tables under umbrellas fronting the beach. We cannot comment on the food as we only used it as a bar for coffees mid morning and then something stronger in the afternoon. The service levels did tend to suffer when it got busy but as long as you have a table fronting the sea with its superb views of the setting sun, then you can put up with this.
As for the beach it’s a nice stretch of sand but like all the beaches here is quite rocky and faces out to the Atlantic, which tends to be quite wavy, even on a fairly flat day, so it’s not ideal for swimming. There are no beach facilities so bring your own towels to sit on and umbrellas for shade, as you have to get here quite early to beat the locals who tend to sit by the few rocks that do afford shade.
Written 13 May 2022
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Michael B
Guatemala City, Guatemala231 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
Luckily there was still room inside and inside - downstairs and outside it would have been too noisy for us thanks to a DJ who, like so many, thought he was the star of the evening, which then means you have to shout at yourself to have a conversation. We only ordered a few appetizers and were delighted: nicely arranged and very delicious, plus a nice service and a wonderful view over the sea. a perfect end to the day.
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Written 18 August 2024
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Pia
Besigheim, Germany4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
The location right by the sea is very nice. In the tastefully decorated interior, the large windows allow for a great view. Unfortunately, the service leaves a lot to be desired. Although it wasn't full, it took a while for us to order and get our drinks. Unfortunately, the food came so quickly that we hadn't finished the aperitif and the wine with the meal wasn't there. The food - we had fish - was excellent.

It was annoying that we as a couple were denied a seat right by the window when we asked, despite there being free seats. Shortly afterwards, however, the tables set up for four were split and subsequent couples were given window seats. Given the high standards and the high prices, we would have liked more customer orientation.
Too bad
Google
Written 4 September 2023
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Thea_trip
Gothenburg, Sweden54 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Couples
Very bad experience during our visit.
The staff is slow, inattentive and casual.
We got our food 50 min. after we ordered and it was then cold. Then there were not even many guests at the restaurant on our visit, but staff just stood and watched, they seemed very unhappy with their job.

Furniture and furnishings are very worn.
Umbrellas were broken, there were holes in the chairs and planks on the wooden deck were loose. Glassware and cutlery were very dirty.

We were surprised that such a place even had any paying visitors considering how bad the restaurant was in and how bad the service was.
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Written 22 June 2024
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Martina C
Milan, Italy50 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Couples
Had lunch indoor at this elegant restaurant. The atmosphere was very relaxing and the design just really on point. The pots, the cutlery, everything was of our taste. In two we had the couvert (bread, two types of butter, cream cheese and tomato dip), an appetizer with foie gras on brioche and fig (delicious combination of flavours) and an octopus bean stew. Let me tell you, the taste of each of these dishes was mindblowing. The different ingredients were balanced well and the resulting flavour was really good. For two people the 1-2 persons portion of the octopus was enough, so I would suggest to have an appetizer like the foie gras (again, amazing!) and then a main course. The only comment about the octopus (which was really soft, delicate and great with the beans) is that I would have probably left the chorizo out. We accompained everything with a glass of sangria (we tried both versions, white and red) and it was very refreshing. For finish, we had a Natas do Universo (lemony super fresh mousse) and a Banana e Caramelo V 2.0 (a more rich caramel dessert) and two coffees. Probably we could have skipped the desserts given the price and amount/richness. The service was very good and the bill was for sure pricey (90.40 €) but overall proportionate with the quality of the food, the details at the table and the whole experience here. We got out full and happy. Really amazed by this place.
Written 9 August 2021
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wachiwi
Basel, Switzerland39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Friends
first we had dinner on the terrace at the beach. the food was traditional and delicious. friendly and fast service. it is a nice beach club with good music. the chairs and tables are simple, the umbrellas blocked a bit the view but we then removed it ;)
second time, we had dinner on the first floor (inside and outside possible) where there is a more exclusive restaurant. delicious food, friendly and polite service giving good recommendations. nice wine list. beautiful view over the atlantic sea. reservation recommended.
Written 11 September 2021
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JmVal
Corsica, France197 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
Idyllic setting facing the Atlantic Ocean
The sound of the waves is exotic and eating with your feet in the water, or almost,
it's great !
The dishes are plentiful and good
Fast and efficient service
The fruit salad is good but a little expensive for the quantity…
Google
Written 25 September 2023
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Willy E
Bitsch, Switzerland510 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
Very nice location, but very bad service - the lady at the bar was also very friendly, she preferred to sit at the table next door instead of doing her work. After waiting half an hour for an order, we left. We rang several times for service and went to the lady at the bar herself, who very rudely told us that the order would be taken at the table. Although it was very quiet, the waiter had no time to look after the guests - this was my 1st review with only one star, but this place doesn't deserve more than that - cannot be recommended
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Written 7 October 2023
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venice1912
Porto, Portugal100 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
Had lunch with a friend visiting us fro UK. We sat inside on a gorgeous sunny day watching the sea and eating delicious food. The service was great and the whole experience was lovely. Will definitely return.
Written 2 May 2022
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