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💬 Reviews (5)
★★★★★
2025-12-07
Amazing duck, rice with sea-fish and deserts . Atmosphere and service impeccable with decor of Xmas . We will definitely go back.
★★★★★
2025-08-21
Been to many restaurants in the world and this restaurant did not disappoint In anyway. 5 stars from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. We loved it that much we went back 2 days later. The décor and food was amazing. The back ground live music on the piano was so relaxing. LOVED IT AND WILL BE BACK. Thank you to the amazing team that work there.
★★★★★
2024-09-07
Very nice upmarket place. Pricey, but they have put in a superb amount of effort on food and decor. High end!
★★★★★
2024-06-10
The opening night - we had a blast. Simply amazing surroundings and decor, fabulous location with great food. A few 'teething' issues with service on the Opening night - but to be expected really. Michael Ball sounded wonderful. Will let everything 'settle in' a bit and then will deffo be returning. A must try. It appears that Ferrarias is fast becoming the centre of dining excellence with 3 amazing restaurants in very close proximity and other great places too. Congrats to Miguel & Victoria - Authentic is beautiful and thanks for a fabulous evening last Saturday.
★★★★★
A visit to Authentic has been on our radar for a while, following the Instagram posts of finedining_wine_lover . Last night we finally got to experience a meal at this stunning restaurant, and it didn't disappoint! The first thing that strikes you is the beautiful architecture of the building and it's terrace (complete with stage and live band). It's very contemporary with high quality finishes everywhere. The greeting at the front door was very warm, and we were quickly shown to a lovely table on the terrace (which appears to be suspended above a pool complete with tropical fish!)
The jazz trio on the stage helped to create a refined atmosphere, and we knew we were in for a very special evening! We decided to begin the evening with a glass of champagne, and were amazed that Authentic have a cart offering 5 different champagnes by the glass, and the sommelier (who is VERY knowledgeable and super friendly) took time to explain the characteristics of each of them. We were very.pleased with our choice! The menu isn't huge at Authentic, but we both decided on the sautéed prawns for a starter and 'surf and turf' for our main. We spent some time looking through the wine list, which offers very good quality wines ranging from 28€ to 20,000€ (yes, really!) We decided to ask the sommelier for some guidance, and based on the dishes we'd ordered, and our preference for a dry white, she suggested 2. We asked her to choose, and loved the wine that was delivered to the table so much that we bought another one to take home! She could have selected anything, but the wine she identified was just 30€! The food was simply faultless! Everything cooked to perfection and delivered to the table piping hot! The fillet steaks were probably the most tender and succulent that we have ever had! We rounded the evening off with a whisky sour from the restaurant's cocktail menu. By now, we had come to expect perfection. It was delivered! An evening at Authentic isn't cheap, but it is excellent value for money. If its within your budget - don't miss it. It really is a very special experience!
The jazz trio on the stage helped to create a refined atmosphere, and we knew we were in for a very special evening! We decided to begin the evening with a glass of champagne, and were amazed that Authentic have a cart offering 5 different champagnes by the glass, and the sommelier (who is VERY knowledgeable and super friendly) took time to explain the characteristics of each of them. We were very.pleased with our choice! The menu isn't huge at Authentic, but we both decided on the sautéed prawns for a starter and 'surf and turf' for our main. We spent some time looking through the wine list, which offers very good quality wines ranging from 28€ to 20,000€ (yes, really!) We decided to ask the sommelier for some guidance, and based on the dishes we'd ordered, and our preference for a dry white, she suggested 2. We asked her to choose, and loved the wine that was delivered to the table so much that we bought another one to take home! She could have selected anything, but the wine she identified was just 30€! The food was simply faultless! Everything cooked to perfection and delivered to the table piping hot! The fillet steaks were probably the most tender and succulent that we have ever had! We rounded the evening off with a whisky sour from the restaurant's cocktail menu. By now, we had come to expect perfection. It was delivered! An evening at Authentic isn't cheap, but it is excellent value for money. If its within your budget - don't miss it. It really is a very special experience!
🦉 TripAdvisor Reviews — 4.5★ (21 reviews)
September 8, 2026
Everything breathes luxury here, black and gold interior, piano music every evening, service so perfect and civilized, and then the dishes...a 10. Truly refined and beautifully presented, dining is possible indoors and outdoors, separate room for dinner with a private group, business or birthday
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July 28, 2026
This is an incredible restaurant, the best we have been to here in Portugal. The decor is stunning, the staff so friendly and wonderful service. The live band were very talented and created a really lovely ambience. The food and wine were amazing. Such an exceptional restaurant. Highly recommend f…
July 4, 2026
I think we’ve just found the nicest restaurant we have ever been to and there are many around Quinta do lago vale do lobo and almancil but since trying Authentic for the first time this is now our favourite . Gorgeous decor inside and out. From the table and chairs and the table set up to the outdo…
November 11, 2025
Simply devine yet again - in fact Restaurant Authentic keeps getting better and better. The food is simply beautiful and the service is also now perfect. Our favourite venue for a 'treat'. You have to aks for diamond shaped ice too - so good to witness and the crepes - well, I don't have enough voc…
October 11, 2025
It’s the most beautiful restaurant …..not only the design and the ambience but the food and service is absolutely outstanding. This being my 5th visit I simply love Authentic in so many ways. The menu is mouthwatering and promise every time I visit to try another dish on the menu, it’s hard to beat…
✅ Services & Features
ℹ️ Details
Ac. Particular 731P, 8135 Almancil, Portugal
Restaurant
€
40 views
🕐 Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6–11 PM |
| Friday | 6–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6–11 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |