Churrasqueira da Penha Dentinho — Restaurant in Faro

A Hidden Gem with Unforgettable Chicken and Even Better Hospitality

If you're anywhere near Faro and don’t eat at Dentinho, you're doing your taste buds a disservice.

We came for the piri piri chicken—and wow, did it deliver. Juicy, perfectly grilled, and absolutely smothered in that addictive piri piri sauce. Every bite packed a punch, balanced by crisp, fresh chips and a simple salad that worked brilliantly as a palate cleanser between fiery forkfuls.

The beers? Ice-cold and dangerously drinkable. We cleaned out our pint glasses without even thinking. Just hit after hit.

But what really set Dentinho apart was the service. We were lucky enough to be served by the owner herself, affectionately known as Dentinho. She was warm, welcoming, and full of character—chatting with us like we were old friends. In a totally unexpected (and incredibly generous) gesture, she even invited us to a party she was hosting the following Saturday. Where else does that happen?

Come for the chicken. Stay for the people. And leave already planning...

Great food , fast service, nice staff, multi-choices regarding food , you can order to take way or eat there in the restaurant, the prices are very accessible and the store have a parking lot behind it for many vehicles , the store also stays in a very nice and safe neighborhood , called (Penha ) in the city of Faro , it's near the University so the environment around its usually full with students (European and American) mainly (there are other nationalities also ) .... I really like it , in the summer times you can also have the opinion to eat outside ... ( Like a terrace ) ... So it's a good place to have lunch or dinner with friends or family members without many formalities, where you can relax and...

The churrasqueria in this residential area is an absolute secret tip. I had the pleasure of eating here, it was a wonderful experience. simply authentic portuguese cuisine. The chicken dish I ordered was juicy, perfectly grilled and full of flavour. It seems to be a family-run restaurant and you can feel the warm atmosphere. The team was super accommodating and communicating in English was no problem at all. I can unreservedly recommend the restaurant, especially because it is far away from the...