2 Best Restaurants in Pico, The Azores

Come to what’s widely regarded as the finest fish and seafood restaurant in town for hearty portions of expertly prepared local delicacies such as cataplana à ancoradouro (seafood stew); skewers of grilled fish and shrimp; and seafood rice with crab claws, shrimp, mussels, and clams. Though the decor inside is simple, the large terrace with wonderful water views is the place to be.

An ultra-modern design with concrete walls and floors and wood accents, along with a lovely outdoor terrace, showcases floor-to-ceiling views of Pico, the ocean, and São Jorge island in the distance. Simple but well-prepared dishes highlight local specialties like octopus, fish, and steak; if you can, save room for the decadent Magma chocolate brownie.