Numa Restaurant is a modern Portuguese restaurant in Portimão, opened two years ago. Chef and owner Nuno Martins, trained in the best Michelin restaurants in the Algarve such as BonBon and the five-star resort Vila Vita Parc, has realized his culinary dream here. The restaurant is already on the Michelin list, the precursor to earning a real Michelin star. 🌟 It is the best restaurant of Portimão.
Numa Restaurant in Portimão is proud of its place on the prestigious Michelin list. It is only a matter of time before they receive an official Michelin star. Michelin-quality dishes, prepared by Chef Nuno Martins, create a unique culinary experience. Thanks to the Michelin guide, Numa is known as a luxury but affordable dining spot.
Upon entering, you are welcomed into a beautifully decorated space with 36 seats. The semi-open kitchen gives you a unique insight into the passion and hard work of the chefs. The intimate and modern interior creates a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Chef Nuno and his wife Manuela João together provide a warm welcome, with Nuno regularly coming to the table to explain the dishes.
Appetizers and Bread Service Our dinner began with a delicious amuse-bouche, so flavorful that our son Elyas wanted to order more. Next, we received the bread service, consisting of homemade bread, olive oil from Monchique, and the tastiest olive tapenade we have ever tasted. Elyas also enjoyed delicious gluten-free bread. It's great when restaurants also consider guests with a gluten allergy!
Starters Elyas enjoyed a flavorful soup as a starter, while we savored a savory pie with lime foam.
Main Courses For the main course, we chose a sweet potato stew, while Elyas enjoyed a delicious pumpkin terrine. All dishes are seasonal and prepared with local products, as Nuno personally explains. This not only ensures fantastic taste but also a sustainable kitchen with a zero waste policy. 🍀
Vegetarian and Vegan Options at Numa at Michelin Level Numa offers various vegetarian and vegan dishes on the a la carte menu, in addition to fish and meat, such as: Pumpkin - Roasted Pumpkin, Beetroot, Apple, Algarve Almond. For €21. Or the combined Tomatoes - Roasted Pink Tomato, Marinated Bay Tomatoes, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Onion, Radish, Fennel Pickles. For €21. Very modest prices for such divine dishes!
Fine Dining Tasting Menu at Numa Restaurant For true gourmets, there is an 8-course tasting menu available for only €79. This menu offers a selection of fish, meat, or vegan dishes, all at Michelin-worthy level. 🍽️
Dining at Numa means enjoying Michelin-star level dishes, but at a third of the price. This makes the restaurant an affordable luxury for anyone who wants to enjoy the finest fine dining flavors that the Algarve has to offer.
Personally visited & reviewed by Peter Cruiming
