A 56-hectare working farm near Angra do Heroísmo restored into a living museum of stone workshops, tavern and restaurant, serving alcatra in beef, fish, rabbit, bean and chicken versions alongside octopus stew and vegetable soup. A meal runs about EUR 18-26 (approx USD 19-28).
Quinta do Martelo is a 56-hectare working farm near Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira island, restored into a living museum of stone workshops, a traditional tavern and a restaurant, offering one of the most complete farm-to-table experiences on the island. The kitchen's signature is alcatra served in five versions -- beef, fish, rabbit, bean and chicken -- alongside a Terceira-style octopus stew and a simple vegetable soup, all drawing on ingredients raised or grown on the farm itself. The dining room reflects the working-farm setting, with rustic stone architecture, wooden furnishings and craft workshops visible nearby, creating an atmosphere closer to a rural heritage site than a conventional restaurant; noise level is comfortable and conversational, and no dress code applies. The beverage list includes Terceira wines suited to the range of alcatra preparations. A meal runs about EUR 18-26 (approx USD 19-28). Reservations are recommended, since the farm draws visitors combining a meal with a tour of the workshops and grounds, and the restaurant can fill during midday tour groups.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, lunch and dinner |
| Reservations | Recommended |
| Address | Canada do Martelo, 24, São Francisco das Almas, 9700-576 São Mateus da Calheta, Terceira, Portugal |
Signature dishes
- Alcatra (meat, fish, rabbit, bean and chicken versions)
- Octopus stew, Terceira style
- Vegetable soup
Good to know
- Known for
- Traditional Terceira farm-to-table; known for alcatra varieties
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Location
Canada do Martelo, 24, São Francisco das Almas, 9700-576 São Mateus da Calheta, Terceira, Portugal
38.6444, -27.2761 View on map
Highlights
- Alcatra served in five versions: beef, fish, rabbit, bean and chicken
- 56-hectare working farm restored as a living museum
- Octopus stew, Terceira style
- Stone workshops and rural heritage grounds to explore
Tips for visiting
- Try more than one alcatra version, since the farm serves five distinct preparations
- Combine the meal with a walk through the farm's stone workshops
- Reserve ahead, especially around midday tour-group hours
- The vegetable soup makes a light starter before the richer alcatra
Accessibility
The site is a working farm with mixed outdoor terrain near Angra do Heroísmo; some pathways between buildings may be uneven for wheelchair users.
Frequently asked questions
How many versions of alcatra does Quinta do Martelo serve?
Five: beef, fish, rabbit, bean and chicken versions of the traditional Terceira stew.
Is Quinta do Martelo just a restaurant?
No, it is a working 56-hectare farm restored into a living museum with stone workshops, a tavern and a restaurant.
Should I book a table?
Reservations are recommended, particularly since the farm attracts groups combining a meal with a tour of the grounds.