A regional restaurant near Faial's Fajã coastline with sea views, serving sausage with yam, fresh fish and grilled lapas. Mains run about EUR 14-22 (approx USD 15-24).
Restaurante Rumar is a regional restaurant near Faial's Fajã coastline, offering sea views alongside a menu of straightforward Portuguese regional cooking. The kitchen serves sausage with yam, a classic pairing of cured meat and root vegetable typical of Azorean farmhouse cooking, fresh fish depending on the day's catch, and grilled lapas (limpets), a coastal delicacy gathered from the volcanic shoreline. The dining room is simple and regional in character, with sea views from at least part of the seating and a relaxed, low-key noise level typical of a coastal restaurant away from Horta's town centre; there is no dress code. The beverage list is modest, favouring Portuguese wines that pair well with grilled seafood and cured meats. Mains run about EUR 14-22 (approx USD 15-24). Reservations are recommended, particularly for a table with a sea view, given the restaurant's scenic Fajã coastline location.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, lunch and dinner |
| Reservations | Recommended |
| Address | Estrada Regional, Faial, 9900, Portugal |
Signature dishes
- Sausage with yam
- Fresh fish
- Grilled lapas
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- Known for
- Regional Portuguese; known for grilled lapas
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Location
Estrada Regional, Faial, 9900, Portugal
38.5486, -28.5967 View on map
Highlights
- Grilled lapas (limpets) from the volcanic coastline
- Sausage with yam, a traditional pairing
- Sea views over Faial's Fajã coastline
- Regional Portuguese cooking away from Horta's town centre
Tips for visiting
- Request a table with a sea view over the Fajã coastline
- Grilled lapas are a distinctive local delicacy worth trying
- Reserve ahead, especially for a scenic table
- Ask about the fresh fish selection, which changes with the day's catch
Accessibility
The restaurant is on Faial's coastal road with level street access; specific wheelchair facilities are not confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurante Rumar known for?
Grilled lapas (limpets), sausage with yam, and its sea-view setting on Faial's Fajã coastline.
Is the restaurant in Horta town?
No, it is located near Faial's Fajã coastline, outside the main Horta town centre.
Should I book a table?
Reservations are recommended, particularly for a table with a sea view.