Snack Bar California — Restaurant in Funchal

I came here for dinner and just wished it was a little better in a few ways. Overall the experience was ok but could have been so much better.

When we first arrived, service seemed a little cold. We asked to see a menu and we were told there were only 2 items left. We arrived at a pretty reasonable time for dinner so were quite surprised the choices were so limited.

The steaks we ordered were generally nice albeit overcooked and a little chewy in parts. At that pricepoint, I can't fault it too much but could have been better.

Beyond having our initial order taken we did not see the staff once the entire time whilst we ate. And we even ended up having to go into the bar to pay. From reviews it seems this is very much a place to go for a good snack bar lunch but I'd avoid coming...

Snack-Bar California is a true hidden gem in Funchal, Madeira. This unassuming little bar is a throwback to the old Madeiran "tascas" where you can enjoy a refreshing Coral beer with a side of "dentinho", a local snack. The bar is located right next to one of Funchal's most famous poncha bars, but it's still off the beaten path. This makes it a great place to escape the crowds and experience the real Madeira. One of the must-try dishes at the Snack-Bar California is the picado madeirense. This hearty stew is made with beef, and it's served with fried potatoes. It's the perfect way to catch your breath after a long stroll on the city.

The service at the Snack-Bar California is friendly...

Completely disagree with all the other reviews. The food we had was repulsive and hard to finish. We ordered cheese toast and « homemade » soup (that the waiter said was without meat) for my vegetarian girlfriend. The toast was full of store bought ham, and the soup had little pieces of meat that were completely disgusting. I ordered fish that ended up tasting like grocery store igloo fishsticks, and the fries were soggy, with a boring unseasoned tasteless salad. The free entry also had soggy fries and repulsive meat with big pieces of cartilage. The only good aspect was the price. Do...