Três Coroas — Restaurant in Albufeira

Nice experience next to the sea. After carefully reviewing all nearby restaurants I give my review of 4 starts which resembles quite well the comparison. The place itself is a nice restaurant with a sea view and a polite staff. Nevertheless it is not as high of a level of a dining experience you can experience in nearby places (not gonna do placements here:) I visited with my partner and had two starters - mules & sardines. Both of which were great, but overall the flavors lacked an extra layer.

Each of the starters was around €15 - in my opinion way too much for four coated sardines with a slav that was not even seasoned with lemon.

Afterwards two of our main courses arrived which was a Portuguese stake and a grilles sea bass. The meat was cooked nicely, it was served with potato chips. The fish was tender and tasted good, but again - I expected a touch more from the place. The food portions were on the smaller side as well.

We paid the most we ever paid in Portugal - more then a €100 and felt like the meals were not entirely worth this price.

Service was alright too.

I am leaning towards a tourist scam...

Finding this little gem was a truly happy accident. We were lured in by the promise of genuine Portuguese cooking and a friendly atmosphere. All that was true, but also, the food and drinks were delicious. We ordered a jug of sparkling Sangria, made, at the table, with a full bottle of Prosecco. The jug sat in a bowl of ice, so as not to dilute the Sangria, and, as it was being mixed, we were told that the pink colour comes from the homemade strawberry puree that they add. Truly delicious! (He said that if we ordered a second bottle, he would open it with a Sabre, but we couldn't manage a second. My daughter ordered some cocktails, which she said were extremely tasty. The food is freshly cooked, and they make a point of telling you that none of it is frozen, all fresh ingredients. Between us, we had a selection of seafood, Golden Bream, Octopus, and Squid. I can't fault any of it. So delicious! The restaurant itself is simple and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and helpful. Oh, and I mustn't forget about the free glass of local port before you leave. A truly enjoyable experience from...

We had a truly wonderful dining experience at Três Coroas in Albufeira. From the moment we arrived, the service stood out — the staff were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and always checking in to make sure everything was perfect without ever being intrusive. You could feel that they genuinely cared about guests enjoying their time.

The setting is absolutely charming. The outdoor area is beautifully lit, with soft lights strung through the trees, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere that’s perfect for a summer evening. It’s the kind of place where you immediately feel at ease.

As for the food — there’s really nothing to criticize. Every dish we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in both presentation and quality. It wasn’t just a meal; it was a great culinary experience from start to finish.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner or a memorable meal with family or friends, Três Coroas is a place I’d highly recommend. We left feeling happy, well-fed, and already looking forward to...