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Ancora Restaurante

Marina Luxor, Vilamoura 8125 , Portugal
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Ranked #36 of 115 restaurants in Vilamoura
Cuisines: Seafood
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Norwich, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Enjoyed the food so much ,we returned , for another meal during our stay ,Edwardo his wife and son and staff are a great team ,and made us so welcome, the food is all freshly cooked , and the atmosphere was great, we will deffinately be back , when we go again to vilamoura, we were given the leaflets,to go... More

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Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Having been here twice in November '12, we knew what to expect, but what we didn't expect was the exceptionally warm welcome we received from Edwardo and his staff, we were treated like long lost family members.The food was as good as we remembered and the service was fantastic. I can not understand how anyone can have complaints about this... More

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Basingstoke
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Good welcome from the Manager who explained the menu in detail. The food was cooked to order so a little waiting was in order. The presentation was excellent and the taste superb. As portions were generous, we did not have a dessert. This restaurant is well worth a visit and will not disappoint on food or price.

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Tamworth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We would not have found this restaurant if it wasn't for the two blokes giving out leaflets on the marina as it is tucked away just off the marina. Thank god we took a leaflet and went. There was 5 adults 2 children and my 10 month old son. They was offering us two free bottles of wine. We cheekily... More

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Lagos, Portugal
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Go & see Eduardo at Ancora - tucked away behind the marina. Always recommended to our customers for good food, great wine & all at good prices. Terry at Golf to a Tee

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Sutton Surrey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

I had a party of 21 golfers and the owner of the restaurant, Eduardo Ancora agreed to let me take over the whole restaurant as it seats around 28, so that I could have a prize giving. He also agreed to a fantastic price for all the food and drink we could eat, it was amazing, the food just kept... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

We found this little gem on a short break in February - so glad we did. Eduardo and his wife (the chef) offer great food and hospitality. ("Fried prawns" is an absolute must for starters after the typical "cover" of sardine pate etc). A bottle of wine seems to be included with your meal, as well as a glass, or... More

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Northumberland
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29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

Of our three nights out in Vilamoura this came a poor third! Ok large parties present a challenge but we had booked ahead. Sardines were a tad over cooked and the sea bream reminded me that me shoes needed a new soul: tough and rubbery and frankly tasteless. Should in hindsite have sent it back but made do with a... More

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Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

My wife and I had a short holiday in Vilamoura in late November. Every night we walked into the marina area we were bombarded with people trying to entice us to eat at the many restaurants off the main streets. On our second night we were persuaded to eat at this restaurant. We were offered free wine to go in... More

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Northern Ireland
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

had the mixed meat kebab in this restaurant. Loved it. Sat outside in the warm evening. would definately recomment this restaurant

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