O Lagar

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Estrada Joao Goncalves Zarco n 478 | 9300-167, Camara De Lobos, Madeira, Portugal
351291941866
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11:59 am - 11:59 pm
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Sun - Sat 11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Dining options: Late Night, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Off-Street Parking, Free Wifi, Full Bar, Highchairs Available, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Television, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible

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Rating summary
  • Food
    4.5 of 5 stars
    Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
    Atmosphere
    4 of 5 stars
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This has to be the largest restaurant I have ever eaten in ! (We were told that it seats between 1200 and 1300. When we went for lunch it was practically full, but still the waiters had time to chat. With so many diners there was a big gap between delivery of the local garlic bread and our... read more

4 of 5 starsReviewed 2 weeks ago
trellig
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London, United Kingdom
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London, United Kingdom
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18 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 weeks ago

This has to be the largest restaurant I have ever eaten in ! (We were told that it seats between 1200 and 1300. When we went for lunch it was practically full, but still the waiters had time to chat. With so many diners there was a big gap between delivery of the local garlic bread and our espetada (steak... More 

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Thank trellig
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The best place to eat an amazing "espetada". I have been going there ever since I can remember. Good environment and friendly staff. Make sure you book it especially on weekends.

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Thank Madalena G
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

A big space for all tastes with a nice dining room and a beatiful space outside very cosy. Ideal to eat the famous "Espetada Madeirense" and "Bolo do Caco". A very nice price!

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Thank Sérgio S
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2016 via mobile

We made reservations for 15 at 2:30pm, we got there at 2:35pm at they already cancelled our reservations because "we got there late". Food was okay. But service is terrible.

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Thank DJA C
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2015 via mobile

The food and wine is without a doubt the best we've had on the island. We had a big table and the waiters while very good seemed to alternate taking orders from people at the table so it was confusing and annoying trying to figure out who ordered what and then finding things didn't arrive. Other than that I can't... More 

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Thank Frank d
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2015 via mobile

The world's most famous skewer is best served here! We came here on holiday and had to eat here about half a dozen times m!!!

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Thank Michelle R
London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2015

It's probably the best place to eat espetada, so far the meat has always been great and tender. The fried maize and seasoned salad are also very good. The Bolo do Caco is not the best but it's good enough. So far so good.

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Thank sarah_101_lon
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21 reviews
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common_n_restaurant_reviews_1bd8 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2015

My family and I enjoyed our experience in this restaurant so much that we visited it on three occasions during our 14 day visit to Madeira. the food wines and service were excellent. We would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant, first class.

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Thank Barry H
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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common_n_restaurant_reviews_1bd8 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2015

We visited this following a recommendation from the owner of Taberna Madeira in Funchal. We asked for the best place for the beef skewers Madeira is known for. Without missing a beat, he replied "O Lagar". So we booked for the next night. We arrived at 7pm. The place is huge. The entrance is though one of those traditional Madeiran... More 

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common_n_restaurant_reviews_1bd8 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2015

Traveling with a group we enjoyed an excellent meal of Espetada served on metal skewers hanging from a hook above the table. The beef was so tender and full of flavor. I'm not much of a meat eater but these were delicious. We also enjoyed Bolo do Caco a delicious sweet potato bread dredged in garlic butter. We were entertained... More 

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Restaurant Details

Location and Contact Information

  • Address: Estrada Joao Goncalves Zarco n 478 | 9300-167, Camara De Lobos, Madeira, Portugal
  • Location: Europe  >  Portugal  >  Madeira Islands  >  Madeira  >  Camara De Lobos
  • Phone Number: 351291941866

Price and Cuisine

  • Average Prices: USD 17 - 22
  • Cuisine: Barbecue, Steakhouse, European, Portuguese

Restaurant Characteristics

  • Good for: Large groups, Families with children
Open Hours
Sunday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Monday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Tuesday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Wednesday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Thursday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Friday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm
Saturday
11:59 am - 11:59 pm

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  • Do you have gluten-free options?
  • Is there a dress code?
  • Do you allow dogs on the outdoor patio?