Gastronómica Bistro — Restaurant in Albufeira

Not for dinner.

We went here after actually wanting to go to the place next door, but it was closed (and nowhere mentioned online) after a referral from friends who went here several years ago. They seemed to have the same kitchen, so we went to this place.

The vegetable soup was good, but the meatballs (which actually were just meatball spaghetti) and the chicken were nothing special, and definitely not up to the standard of real Portuguese food. The red house wine was simply terrible, but that can happen. The cake was really bad (we had the cookie cake).

On top of this some of the staff really wasn't very polite and they seemed very chaotic and stressed, even when there were just 7 tables to serve and they had 3 waiters and 1 cook in place.

My advice would be to go somewhere else for...

I recently dined at Gastronomica Bistro and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The food was excellent, with each dish bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The menu offers a variety of options, ensuring there’s something for everyone. What truly stood out, however, was the service. The waitstaff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure that every need was met with a smile. Their warm and welcoming demeanor added a special touch to the evening. Overall, Gastronomica Bistro is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal in a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. Highly...

This place is a little hidden gem, located in the Brejos area of Albufeira. It was a quiet night but I feel the service would have been the same if it was busy, very warm and welcoming. The staff were happy to explain the menu and make suggestions!

Great homemade food. I had the burgundy platter to start (not pictured) which is like a ham hock/pate duo with salad, it was huge and so filling! For main the Sardines are 10/10.. fresh, big, fleshy and grilled to perfection! The star of the show was the red berries tiramisu.. wow! So light and not overly sweet! You must try if...