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The Dona Amelia is one of Funchal’s finest restaurants, specialising in Mediterranean cuisine and local dishes. Located in the heart of the hotel district, this easily-accessible restaurant prides itself on high quality cuisine, excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a superb selection of wines as well as a cocktail bar located under the restaurant.
PRICE RANGE
US$30 - US$38
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Dinner, After-hours
CUISINES
Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Portuguese
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

So good I couldn’t go home without a second visit! This restaurant gets it right every time and we’ve been visiting Funchal for 20 years now, hardly ever missing a visit to Dona Amélia. The waiters were so great, making sure we got the table...we wanted and very attentive. Do you ever have a dish that you enjoy so much, you keep thinking about it and crave it again? Well that’s what happened to me (Salmon Tagliolini in my case). I just had to return before I went home - delicious and my compliments to the chef!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 16 September 2023

We loved the food, the service, the ambiance. Hidden gem. We were surprised that the restaurant wasn’t filled. The service was impeccable!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Very good restaurant, very attentive staff and lovely food. Reasonably priced traditional Italian restaurant. Lots of seating both inside and out

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Nice restaurant, but not fully reliable for me as gluten intolerant. A proper response and attempt at giving information! However, no GF bread, few GF desserts (and why isn't creme brulee GF?), no attempt at providing substitute, and then, in good faith but misdirected, two...small cookies (obviously non-GF) with the bill. Sorry, I will not return.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

A very pleasant restaurant with nice, friendly and welcoming staff. The menu is varied and the food is good. The restaurant is set on two floors so easier for people with mobility restraints.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 29 October 2023 via mobile

Expected more as it features a Michelin star ( from 2018) . Nice restaurant, poor ac. Quite cramped space. But the food let me down; the shrimps where mushy, not as expected. The tuna was good however. Should give it a second chance. Same owner...as Casa Venha on same rd.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 18 October 2023

Great food and excellent service. Just down the road from the Pestana Carlton and Savoy Palace hotels. Entrance is unassuming and the menu isn't the most extensive but couldn't fault this restaurant. Staff are super attentive. Don't be put off by the laminated menus!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 17 October 2023 via mobile

Had a lovely meal here - delicious food, lovely wine and nice atmosphere. Staff were pleasant. Would recommend - very nice evening

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 10 October 2023

lovely restaurant. food and service excellent . very attentive staff. loved thepalliard of chicken anf the calves liver

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 3 October 2023 via mobile

A lovely restaurant and the food was delicious but we were served the wrong wine and they tried to serve the main course ahead of our starters. However the head waiter’s face was a picture when he saw what was going on and they did...give us a free dessert! We would definitely go back againMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023

We visited in May twice and had fantastic meals and could not wait to return I booked online 2 bookings. BUT cancelled the 2 time as it was dreadful. The fillet steak my husband had was so tough he struggled to cut it. I had...the pork and this was so chewy. The deserts were pathetic for 8 euros my husband had apple pie but for some reason there was more slices of orange in it!! I had the tiramisu which was also filled with orange pieces withe the peel on (not cooked) no way was this tiramisu. The kitchen apologised!! The owner had gone for the evening just leaving a young waiter that did not have a clue. I assume we were spoiled in May and that that chef had left or had the day off. Will not be returning for 93 euros it was a total shambles.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023 via mobile

Incredibly tasty well cooked food - had Steak and Tuna and both cooked with precision. Excellent service - couldn’t fault it!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 23 August 2023

Was a long time since we last ate there but with a packed house, enjoyed the meal and the service. We will recommend this place to our friends and we will return.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 11 August 2023

We have dined here twice during our holiday and can only praise the food, the ambiance and the staff. We shared the chateaubriand which was amazing and the staff were very attentive, making sure we were always topped up with water and wine. A lovely...experience.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 9 July 2023 via mobile

I like it🧡very beautiful and atmospheric restaurant. It is cozy in any weather, especially on the second floor, with a view of the tiled roofs of the city and romantic atmosphere with candles. And there u can fined open kitchen and see how cooking your...food. Very friendly restaurant staff and delicious garlic bread, as a gift from the restaurant. The dishes are simple and at the same time exquisite. I highly recommend the fish, salmon , and the carrot cream soup with pepper🌶️ for those, who like spicy food. Thank you for the pleasant aftertaste and your hospitality🧡More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Response from Alan E | Reviewed this property |
Sorry, I don't know where that hotel is situated. The restaurant is behind the the Savoy palace Hotel, if that helps.
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Hi. Sorry I didn't answer you sooner - I've only just seen your post. The other answers have give hopefully answered you and I hope you had a pleasant trip and an enjoyable meal. I stay at the Pestana Casino and it is only... More
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Dona Amelia Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4