The Ultimate Guide to Eating at O Camilo in Portugal

The blue waters of the Algarve.

Why go to O Camilo in Portugal?

O Camilo in Portugal blends a sleek aesthetic with a carefree vibe and killer views. This seafood eatery is spot on with traditional Portuguese dishes as well as creative fare.

Beach goers eat outside of the seafood restaurant, O Camilo.

By far the best meal I had at the beach in Portugal, I love this place and I would definitely return. However, I will bring a friend with me, because the staff catered more to groups than to solo travelers. Throughout my adventures, I have become accustomed to this attitude, particularly at restaurants. Translation, it wasn’t a big deal.

Don’t get sand in your food.

Also, if it’s a windy day, opt to eat inside, because the weather gets intense pretty quickly. I noticed that window tables are unofficially reserved for repeat customers, so chances are that your view won’t be that good. However, this is a small price to pay for avoiding a mouthful of sand.

Water view of Camilo Beach.

Make a reservation.

If you don’t make a reservation (and even if you do), be warned that there is a crazy line. I think I waited for nearly 2 hours just to have lunch, but I’m still glad that I didn’t give up.

Once seated, I was impressed by O Camilo’s vast selection of fish. Tip, if you ask your waiter, you are allowed to peruse everything that is available. Usually, one of the cooks will pop over and give you advice on the freshest fish of the day.

Rocks rise out of the ocean at O Camilo Beach.

With a better wine list than I expected, everything was delicious and fairly priced. And, for such a busy restaurant, my food arrived quickly. Seriously, there’s no lollygagging in the Algarve.

With surprisingly modern fare for such a traditional region, O Camilo in Portugal is extremely popular with tourists and locals. Just remember that if you want to avoid toiling in an endless line, make a reservation.

O Camilo

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