Tasca Xenica — Restaurant in Machico

We had a horrible experience. We order some beer and poncha. Also some food. They offered half portion of pork. When we were to pay they tried to charge us 12 euros for the half portion of pork. Normal price of full portion is around 9 euros in the aera. This place is really basic and they tried to take advantage that we were turists. We asked them to show us the price menu. However, they stated that they do not have price menu for food. After we complained that the price was ridiculous for what they offered, that is is mandatory by law to show the proces, and we would not pay unless we see how much is the real price, they reduced it to 9 euros. Prices of drinks are as per average. Be aware if you are a turist. They are much better places just crossing the bridge next to main square and they treat you...

Great place where you can meet locals (all very nice and smiling) and drink some great poncha (poncha maracuja is just EXCELLENT!) and they also give some tapas to that :) we went there once and when we came for the 2nd time, the guy already remembered what we ordered previously (wow!). I would totally recommend to anyone and it's not just tasty but also cheap! What else to wish for? Don't expect fancy place but if you fancy an evening with the locals for not big money and yet great drinks - don't hesitate and just GO to Tasca Xenica...

When travelling in different parts of the world I try to visit places that have been suggested beforehand or places where there are a lot of local people. This bar was from the latter category. Upon entering it was full of local men having loud discussions. Here I ate the most surprising sandwich with dried tuna marinated in olive oil, onion and vinegar. I thought that the taste of tuna could not surprise me anymore, but it did. Eating only local Maderian dishes this sandwich is in...