O Camilo

O Camilo is a beloved family restaurant perched on the clifftops directly above Praia do Camilo near Lagos, one of the Algarve's most photographed beaches, and pairs its dramatic setting with genuinely excellent fresh seafood. The kitchen's sopa de peixe (fish soup) is a standout starter, and robalo grelhado (grilled sea bass) is the signature main, both showcasing the freshness that comes from a restaurant built around its location and a loyal following. The dining room and terrace offer sweeping views of the sea stacks and turquoise water below, and the atmosphere is relaxed and unhurried, popular with beachgoers who climb up from the sand for a long lunch. There is no tasting menu; the format is à la carte, and the fresh bread served with local olive oil is worth ordering as an accompaniment rather than skipping. A short wine list of Portuguese whites complements the seafood well. The restaurant operates seasonally from April to October, and reservations are recommended for lunch given its very popular clifftop position above one of the region's most visited beaches.