A working dairy farm near Angra do Heroísmo with a grocery shop, butcher counter and panoramic views, known for house-made Dona Amélia and fig jam ice creams and local cheese plates. A visit and snack costs about EUR 6-12 (approx USD 6.50-13).
Quinta dos Açores is a working dairy farm near Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira island, combining a grocery shop and butcher counter with panoramic countryside views, functioning as much as a farm-shop stop as a sit-down restaurant. The kitchen is known for house-made ice cream in distinctive local flavours -- Dona Amélia (named after a traditional island cake) and fig jam -- alongside simple plates of local cheese sourced from the farm's own dairy operation. The setting is informal and open-air in feel, with picnic-style or simple seating and panoramic views over Terceira's pastureland, making it a relaxed, low-noise stop rather than a full dining experience; no dress code applies. There is no wine or cocktail programme; the focus is dairy products, ice cream and light snacks. A visit and snack costs about EUR 6-12 (approx USD 6.50-13), making it an affordable stop for travellers touring the countryside near Angra do Heroísmo. No reservation is needed, and the farm shop format means visitors can stop by casually at any time during opening hours.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, morning to evening |
| Reservations | Not required |
| Address | Pico Redondo, 149, São Bento, 9700-211 Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Portugal |
Signature dishes
- Dona Amélia ice cream
- Fig jam ice cream
- Local cheese
Good to know
- Known for
- Farm-to-table dairy; known for house-made ice cream
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Location
Pico Redondo, 149, São Bento, 9700-211 Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Portugal
38.6469, -27.2333 View on map
Highlights
- House-made Dona Amélia and fig jam ice creams
- Local cheese from the farm's own dairy
- Panoramic countryside views near Angra do Heroísmo
- Combined grocery shop and butcher counter on site
Tips for visiting
- Try the Dona Amélia ice cream flavour, unique to the farm
- A good casual stop while touring the Terceira countryside
- No reservation needed; visitors can drop in during opening hours
- Pair a cheese plate with the ice cream for a light meal
Accessibility
The farm is set on countryside grounds near Angra do Heroísmo; outdoor terrain may be uneven in places for wheelchair users.
Frequently asked questions
Is Quinta dos Açores a restaurant or a shop?
It combines a working dairy farm, grocery shop and butcher counter with a casual spot to try ice cream and cheese.
What ice cream flavours are notable?
The house-made Dona Amélia and fig jam flavours are the ones most associated with the farm.
Do I need to reserve ahead?
No, reservations are not required given the casual farm-shop format.