Restaurante Caldeiras
About
Among São Miguel (Azores)'s restaurants, Restaurante Caldeiras stands at Largo das caldeiras, 9600-501 Ribeira Grande, Portugal, in the island's northern town of Ribeira Grande. The restaurant serves the Ribeira Grande area, with Ponta Delgada reachable to the south and Furnas further east. A 4.2 out of 5 average rests on 741 reviews, a tally that reflects a steady stream of diners rather than a handful of passing votes. That 741-review total makes it one of the more frequently assessed tables on the island, and the 4.2 figure has held up across that volume.
Opening hours run Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 01:00, with Monday closed. The restaurant's position in Ribeira Grande places it within reach of Lagoa, Vila Franca do Campo and Nordeste, so a meal here fits naturally into a wider route through the island. The kitchen serves food across the day, from morning plates through to late evening, and the long Tuesday-to-Sunday stretch suits both an early lunch and a dinner that runs past midnight.
Tea and pineapple are grown on São Miguel, and hydrangeas line the lanes in summer. Summer is the driest and warmest season, and the sea is warm enough for swimming from June to September.
Whaling was an important island industry until the 1980s, and its boats and lookout posts are kept in island museums. Carnival, religious processions and bull-running on a rope are part of the island calendar. Getting around is done by road, and the route into Ribeira Grande rewards an early start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of food does Restaurante Caldeiras serve?
Restaurante Caldeiras is a restaurant on São Miguel, so it serves meals rather than drinks alone. São Miguel lies in the Azores, part of Portugal, and the island's tables draw on produce such as tea and pineapple grown locally.
When is Restaurante Caldeiras open?
Restaurante Caldeiras opens Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 01:00, and it stays closed on Mondays. Those hours cover lunch, dinner and a late finish six days a week.
Where is Restaurante Caldeiras located on São Miguel?
Restaurante Caldeiras can be found at Largo das caldeiras, 9600-501 Ribeira Grande, Portugal, on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. Ribeira Grande sits on the island's northern coast, and the restaurant's address places it right in that town.
How highly do diners rate Restaurante Caldeiras?
Diners give Restaurante Caldeiras a rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 741 reviews. That score reflects steady approval from a substantial number of visitors to this São Miguel restaurant.
Do you need to book a table at Restaurante Caldeiras in advance?
Restaurante Caldeiras takes bookings, and with 741 reviews behind a 4.2 out of 5 rating, reserving ahead is sensible for a table at Largo das caldeiras in Ribeira Grande. The restaurant serves from 10:00 to 01:00 Tuesday to Sunday, so an early call helps secure the time you want.
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