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Parking Available, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

A return visit after many years and we were delighted to see that the standard of food and service remain high. My fillet steak was perfectly cooked and seasoned, as was my husbands T-bone steak. Lovely service and great atmosphere. We had a fabulous evening.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Went on Saturday and the restaurant was very busy so I'm glad that I booked in advance. Ordered a fillet steak with fries and it was absolutely excellent - best steak I've ever had. Service was very good, too. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Our hotel, Quinta de Casa Branca recommended this steak restaurant within easy walking distance - I had the ribeye, cooked in wood oven... when you hear about cutting through a steak like butter, believe me, I could have cut this with 2 spoons! Probably the...best steak I've ever eaten. Staff very friendly & helpful, fabulousMore

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Fantastic steak. The restaurant was recommended to us by someone we met on a boat to the Ilhas Desertas. We needed a fairly quick meal as we had friends arriving so we went here on spec and although the restaurant was busy (even on a...Wednesday night) he found us a table and we were eating amazing tender, juicy, flavoursome steak within a few minutes. if you are a veggie, don't go here, but if you like top quality meat this is your go to place in Funchal. Don't bother with starters and forget pudding. You go here for the main and the portions are huge. There are some options for sharing or if you are of small appetite go for the fillet, but it is still big. They do a simply superb Portuguese Malbec too. Expensive by Madeiran standards at €5 per glass but it is a generous glass and worth every cent.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

These were definitely the best steaks we have ever had. Friendly helpful service and a great atmosphere. Be sure to book.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Just the best place for steak. Excellent service, knowledgeable staff and steak cooked to perfection, so tender you could cut it with a spoon. Chimichurri sauce is one to try with caution

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We had a sensational meal here. Service was great and food was out of this world. Best steak we have had in forever. Go here. You won’t regret it. Book ahead.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 5 February 2024

Managed to get in without a reservation but got the impression that we were lucky. Food was excellent, waiters friendly, professional - all round excellent place to go - highly recommend!

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 February 2024 via mobile

We ate here twice in the evenings and it was fantastic. The food is exceptional and the staff are super friendly. The steaks are so tasty and tender, best steak we’ve ever had. The place has a lovely vibe and is always very busy, we...sat inside and out but preferred to sit inside. You must come here if you’re a steak lover.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 February 2024 via mobile

Top notch. Great choice of steaks to choose from and cooked to perfection over the coals as requested. Good choice of wine to go with your steak and prices are very reasonable. Ambience is wonderful with great, friendly staff and lots of locals who are...happy to chat with us tourists!More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 3 February 2024

I had tried to book for the night before but was told it was full so I asked if I could get a table the next day and was advised yes but it would be on the terrace. When we got there at 7 the...inside was already packed and all the terrace tables had reserved signs on so don't hesitate to book as early as possible. The charming and obliging team running it were making every effort to accommodate walk ups but you really wouldn't want to have to spend too long waiting and watching these steaks go by. They were simply superb, cooked medium rare to perfection and full of smoky juicy meaty flavour. I can't wait to go back. the service too was outstanding by 2 or 3 guys and an owner who are really good at what they do and love doing it. Five stars isn't enough.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 2 February 2024 via mobile

I give this rating based on the total customer experience. The filet was 9 out of 10. Excellent meet quality. Coocked to perfection in terms of desired medium rare. But it eas so littse on fire that the colour was light brown and lack of...the smoke flavour. All the focus in in the meat in this restaurant so all the rest of the food was 7 out of ten. Despite the small size of the restaurant, had to wait for one hour to get the food. And waiting prior to ordering and after asking for the bill. You’re kind of forgotten throughout the visit. The steak was huge and it tasted awesome!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 30 January 2024 via mobile

Sooooo good. The food here is exceptional, the service is great, top that off with a. Relaxed but lively atmosphere and it's the best restaurant in Madeira. Must visit for anyone visiting Madeira.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 24 January 2024 via mobile

Amazing experience for 4. Cost €166.70 2 frango pastry pies €6.20 3 t bones €93 1 filet steak €27.50 2 vintage d mouro €34 2 bottles water €6 Argentina restaurant - authentic & service very good. Recommend if you like steaks - especially Fillet and...t boneMore

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 17 January 2024

We have been coming to La Vaca Negro since it opened. Each time we are in Madeira (at least once a year) we go to have a wonderful steak. The team has grown and they are all friendly and helpful. It is very popular so...ensure you book. The steaks are fantasticMore

Date of visit: December 2023
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Just call in a couple of days before or give them a ring on +351 291 764 491
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Yes, there are chicken dishes on the menu.
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La Vaca Negra is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5