Casa das Espetadas

Casa das Espetadas is an espetada-focused grill restaurant on the Estrada Monumental in the Lido district of Funchal, on the island of Madeira, Portugal. It is operated within the Vidamar hotel group and stands on the main coastal road that runs through the hotel zone west of the old town. As its name suggests, the menu is organised around espetada, the beef skewer that is one of Madeira's best-known dishes, traditionally served on a bay-laurel skewer and cooked over a grill. The kitchen's specialisation makes it a straightforward choice for visitors who want to try the island's signature meat dish without searching the old quarter, and the setting suits groups, couples and families staying in nearby Lido hotels. Diners rate the restaurant at about 4.1 out of 5, and prices sit in the moderate bracket. The atmosphere is informal and hotel-adjacent, with no dress code and a relaxed pace typical of a grill house. Opening days are Friday to Tuesday, from 3:00PM to 11:00PM, so it is closed on Wednesday and Thursday and does not serve a conventional lunch; visitors should confirm the schedule before travelling, since hotel-group restaurants can change seasonal hours. No reservation policy, telephone number or website has been confirmed, so enquiring at a Vidamar hotel reception is the most reliable way to check availability and to book ahead for larger parties, particularly in high season. The Lido location is convenient for guests of the western hotels and is a short taxi or bus ride from the centre of Funchal.