Restaurant · Tavira
Gilão Restaurant
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- Price
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- Where
- Tavira
On the banks of the Gilão, on Sundays too
Gilão occupies a unit in the old Ribeira market, the iron building by the river, a couple of steps from the Roman bridge. It has an indoor dining room and a terrace facing the water. It is open every day from 12:00 to 22:00, with no closing day, so it works for a Sunday lunch, when many places in the centre are closed.
What to order
Portuguese cooking with Mediterranean touches and Algarve produce. The most popular dishes are the cataplanas, served for one or for two: sea bass with king prawn and clams, or Iberian pork cheek with clams. There is grilled fish, tuna, cod and octopus, and starters such as clams à Bulhão Pato or tuna tartare. Mains run from about €16 to €33, and the bread cover charge is billed separately. It is not a cheap tasca: it is the comfortable option with a view.
Getting there
The Ribeira market is on Rua do Cais, on the west bank, five minutes' walk from Praça da República. If you come by car, park outside the centre and cross on foot; there is little room by the river.
What to order: a cataplana for two, which is the house dish; if you are on your own, the grilled fish of the day.
Practical details
- Phone
- +351 281 322 050
- [email protected]
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun12:00–22:00
- Cuisine
- Portuguese, Mediterranean, fish
- Bookings
- Book a table on their website
House specialities
- Sea bass cataplana with king prawn and clams
- Iberian pork cheek and clam cataplana
- Grilled octopus
- Tuna loin
Tips
- Book the terrace Book on their website. At lunchtime, in good weather, it is the first thing to fill up.
- Share the cataplana The one for two is better value than two mains.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilão open on Sunday?
Yes, every day from 12:00 to 22:00.
Where is it?
In the old Ribeira market, on Rua do Cais, next to the Gilão river.
Can I book?
Yes, from the booking page on their website or by phone on +351 281 322 050.
