Terceira island restaurants – the best to taste traditional Azores food

Traditional Portuguese food is one of the main reasons why those who visit Portugal once, almost always return. And the Azores is no exception! Tasting traditional Portuguese food will certainly be one of the highlights of a trip to the Azores and Terceira island and there are several Terceira island restaurants that are great places to do just that. Whether it’s fresh fish, seafood or meat, the best Terceira Island restaurants are the right place to enjoy the highlights of Azorean cuisine.

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BEST TERCEIRA ISLAND RESTAURANTS

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In this post we present our suggestions for the best Terceira island restaurants, the best places on the island to taste traditional portuguese and island food.

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1. Try traditional food in a modern space in Tasca das Tias

Angra do Heroísmo is a city boasts a great gastronomic panorama, with a great diversity and quality of Terceira island restaurants. Wander through Angra do Heroísmo historical center and enjoy the fish, meat or snacks. If you want to taste traditional food in a modern setting, try the Tasca das Tias, one of the best Terceira island restaurants.

2. Taste seafood snacks at Taberna do Teatro, one of the best Terceira island restaurants

Taberna do Teatro is an excellent place to taste traditional food in the city of Angra do Heroísmo, and one of the best Terceira island restaurants. Try the dish of the day, the chef’s recommendations or just the snack rotation.

3. Eat tuna steak at O Pescador, one of the best Terceira island restaurants

Praia da Vitória is the second main town in Terceira and has excellent restaurant and accommodation options. Don’t miss, for example, the delicious tuna steak at O Pescador, one of the best Terceira island restaurants.

4. Indulge in fresh fish at Sabores do Atlântico, one of the best Terceira island restaurants

Near the Humberto Delgado Viewpoint, right next to the airport runway, Sabores do Atlântico is one of the best Terceira island restaurants and is a great place to taste magnificent fish and seafood cooked in the Azorean way.

Terceira island restaurants don’t disappoint meat lovers seither. Don’t miss the Alcatra à la Terceira at Sabores do Atlântico.

5. Try Vaquinha cheese when visiting Terceira island

Vaquinha Cheese is one of the products made in Terceira island, and you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to visit the factory and the dairy.

And, of course, try one of the island’s typical cheeses! When you visit Terceira Island, don’t forget also to drink a passion fruit Kima (soft drink).

6. Indulge in seafood at Beira Mar, one of the best Terceira island restaurants

One of the reasons that many people visit São Mateus da Calheta is Beira Mar, one of the best Terceira island restaurants and one of the gastronomic references on the island. Don’t miss the fresh fish. It’s impossible to get any fresher as the fish market is right in front!

Terceira island restaurants also have something for the sweet tooth. Don’t miss the wonderful dessert cake at Beira Mar.

7. Try the barnacles from the Azores

Don’t leave Terceira island without tasting the wonderful cracas (barnacles). Terceira is the best place in the Azores to eat barnacles and you will definitely find them in several Terceira island restaurants.

8. Try the limpets from the Azores

Lapas (limpets) are univalve mollusks (with a single shell) that cling to rocks underwater, and are caught at low tide. Although they are not considered a snack in mainland Portugal, they are a regional dish on the islands of the Azores and Madeira, appreciated by inhabitants and visitors. Seasoned with chilli dough, butter with salt and garlic, grilled so that they are cooked but tender, and accompanied with lemon, they are one of the dishes of Portuguese food that will make you enjoy a visit to Portugal even more, and something not to miss in Terceira island restaurants.

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