A lovely place by the beach for a lovely, but taste-wise uneventful lunch: Restaurant Maré (2. January 2023)
The Maré by the beach is really the perfect place to unwind – you’re seated right next to the beach and the place is absolutely simple, but lovely. As a starter, I went for the “boiled shrimp with aioli mayo” (EUR 21.00), which were super uneventful in terms of flavour and taste. The “yellowfin tuna ceviche” (EUR 24.00) on the other hand was absolutely great – just delicious.
Then again, the “Caesar salad (romaine lettuce, tomato, Parmesan cheese, bacon, Caesar dressing, anchovies)” (EUR 19.00) with “additional chicken” (EUR 6.00) didn’t really taste like anything. So, as pretty as the whole thing is, the food is far from exceptional. I think, it really depends on what you pick, as my ceviche was tasty, and the burger at the next table looked delicious.
The place is really nice, and inviting – with a little nice speech by the entrance …
… and an even nicer ‘goodbye’ when you leave.
The service is friendly and relatively attentive, unless you ask for the bill. Then it actually took a while for them to notice me. In any case, despite the food being only selectively good, the place is marvellous!
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Contact Details:
Restaurant Maré
Praia da Falésia
Urbanização Pinhal do Concelho
8200-593 Albufeira (PT)
Tel.: +351 289 500 100
Homepage: https://www.pinecliffs.com/en/dining/
About the Author: Sven
I started the blog in October 2009, while living in Milan which I definitely consider to be one of the food capitals of the world. I was in touch with food since my early childhood (as my father is a former chef). Whenever I can, I travel the world to discover new places, to meet people but mostly to try local dishes and to find hidden gems! If you know a place worth going, please drop a line to: info@thediningexperience.org.
Currently, I am a member of the following food-related associations: Chevalier @Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Zurich-Ville; Membre Gourmet Dégustateur @Ordre Mondial des Gourmets Dégustateurs [OMGD]; Gesellschafter @Goldener Fisch and Member @Slowfood Convivium Zurich City. 
