Fernando’s Restaurante — Restaurant in Funchal

I usually do not write reviews, but this is so different! Highly recommended! It was our last dinner in Funchal, therefore it was very important for us to have a great meal with a good atmosphere. What can I say - the best service we had on Madeira during our stay. It is a local family restaurant, very thoughtful owners and friendly atmosphere, they care about your dining experience. The food was so tasty! We had starters as seafood and garlic bread, afterwards pasta with seafood and sliced beef with fries. Portions are huge. I had absolutely brilliant bowl of pasta with plenty of seafood packed with flavour. Beef with fries also was cooked so well. Beautiful garlic bread with a lot of garlic that brings that flavour. A bit salty pasta in my opinion, but for me it didn't spoil anything, perhaps it should be cooked that way. Excellent experience. Do not...

We came here based on reviews and we were beyond disappointed. We had the mussels to start and they were absolutely delicious. That’s the 2 star component. And then it went downhill from there. We ordered the steak with spice and the scabbard fish with banana. The steak was the toughest most sinewy piece of meat you could imagine. At least a third of it was inedible. The fish with banana was gross. The batter on the fish was stodgy, the banana burnt in places and the whole thing was drowned in balsamic glaze. And to top it off the chef decided to have a huge argument with one of his kitchen staff that all customers could hear. Save your money and...

This restaurant is truly a gem! It’s a wonderful family-owned spot with an incredibly warm and welcoming atmosphere. The service was exceptional; the staff was friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. The food was fantastic – each dish was delicious and full of flavor. The setting is beautiful and peaceful, perfect for a relaxing meal. And the white wine? Absolutely enchanting! We were thoroughly impressed by the quality and taste. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to enjoy amazing food, great wine, and top-notch service. We’ll...