At a working vineyard estate above Santana on the north coast, Quinta do Furão pairs Atlantic and Madeiran ingredients with estate-grown wine, served in a dining room and terrace looking out over rows of vines and the ocean beyond.
Quinta do Furão Restaurant sits at a working vineyard estate above Santana on Madeira's north coast, and its cooking is built directly around what the estate produces — grapes for its own wine, and local Atlantic and Madeiran ingredients for the kitchen. An estate-grown grape salad with local cheese and black scabbardfish finished in the estate's own wine sauce are the two dishes that best represent the connection between the vineyard and the menu. Cooking style is contemporary Madeiran, refined but rooted in regional ingredients rather than international technique. The dining room and adjoining terrace overlook rows of vines with the Atlantic visible beyond, making it one of the more scenic dining settings on the island, and terrace tables at sunset are the most sought-after seating. The estate produces its own wine, and bottles from the property feature prominently on the wine list alongside a broader selection of Madeira and mainland Portuguese labels. Because the restaurant draws visitors touring the north coast as well as guests staying at the adjoining Quinta do Furão hotel, reserving ahead is recommended, especially for terrace tables at sunset.
| Price | €€€ (€30–€60 / $32–$65 per person) |
|---|---|
| Hours | 12:30PM–3PM, 7PM–9:30PM daily |
| Reservations | Recommended, especially for terrace tables at sunset |
| Address | Estrada da Quinta do Furão 6, 9230-082 Santana |
Signature dishes
- Estate-Grown Grape Salad with Local Cheese — €12 (~$13)
- Black Scabbardfish with Estate Wine Sauce — €24 (~$26)
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- Known for
- Vineyard-estate dining above Santana with ocean views
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Location
Estrada da Quinta do Furão 6, 9230-082 Santana
32.8114, -16.8825 View on map
Highlights
- Estate-grown grape salad with local cheese
- Black scabbardfish with estate wine sauce
- Vineyard terrace with views over vines and the Atlantic
- Wine produced on the estate itself
Tips for visiting
- Reserve terrace tables ahead, especially for sunset dinners
- Try the estate's own wine alongside the meal
- Combine a visit with a walk through the vineyard rows
- Book ahead if visiting as a day trip rather than a hotel guest
Accessibility
The estate has step-free access from the hotel and parking areas to the main dining room; the vineyard terrace may involve some uneven outdoor terrain.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the restaurant serve its own wine?
Yes, Quinta do Furão is a working vineyard estate and its own wine features prominently on the list.
Is the restaurant part of a hotel?
Yes, it is attached to the Quinta do Furão hotel above Santana, though it also welcomes non-guests.
What is the best table to request?
A terrace table at sunset offers the best views over the vineyard and the Atlantic.