Fora d'Horas
About
On Madeira, Fora d'Horas is found on Caminho da Bemposta in Santa Cruz 9200-225, Portugal, on the island's eastern side. The venue is known around Santa Cruz for its kitchen, and its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/machiqueiroforadhoras/ is where its own updates appear. First-time visitors should expect a local setting rather than a seafront tourist strip, with the village centre a short distance away.
A 4.6/5 rating from 143 reviews gives it a well-established record among diners on this side of Madeira. Santa Cruz sits close to the airport and the main coastal road, so arrivals from Funchal, Câmara de Lobos or Caniço can reach it by car in a straightforward run. Machico, Santana, São Vicente, Porto Moniz and Calheta lie further along the island's routes.
Whales, dolphins and seabirds gather in the surrounding waters, and whale-watching boats run from several islands, which adds a reason to spend a day on the coast. The winter months are cooler and windier, and each island group has its own pattern of wet and dry months, so a light jacket is useful outside summer.
Inter-island ferries carry passengers and supplies, and crossings can be rough in winter, though Madeira itself is served mainly by air. Many islanders emigrated to New England and Europe for work, and family ties still run between the islands and those ports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fora d'Horas known for?
Fora d'Horas is a restaurant on Madeira, an island in the Atlantic where whales, dolphins and seabirds gather in the surrounding waters. Whale-watching boats run from several islands, and a meal here fits naturally into a day along the coast.
What kind of business is Fora d'Horas?
Fora d'Horas is a restaurant on Madeira, where family ties still run between the islands and ports in New England and Europe. Its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/machiqueiroforadhoras/ carries its updates.
What should first-time visitors expect at Fora d'Horas?
First-timers at Fora d'Horas can expect a restaurant setting on Madeira, with the island's winter months cooler and windier than the rest of the year. Inter-island ferries carry passengers and supplies, and crossings can be rough in winter, so plan around the season.
Where is Fora d'Horas located on Madeira?
Fora d'Horas sits at Caminho da Bemposta, 9200-225 Santa Cruz, on the island of Madeira in the Atlantic. Santa Cruz puts you on the eastern side of the island, within reach of Funchal and the airport road.
How do visitors rate Fora d'Horas?
Fora d'Horas holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 143 reviews, a strong showing for a restaurant on Madeira. That score reflects how diners judge the place after eating there.
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