Fodor's Expert Review Casa Âncora

The open kitchen at this minimalist eatery turns out not only traditional Azorean dishes like grilled octopus and fish soup, but also Azorean fusion cuisine using mainly local products with international inspirations—think fish with lemon risotto and pomegranate. It’s a good place to stop for lunch when driving around the island; when the weather’s warm, you can sit outside on the water’s edge with views of Cais do Pico bay.