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The Fried Chicharros with Vilão Sauce are one of the most authentic and flavorful delicacies of São Miguel’s gastronomy, in the Açores.
With the combination of fresh fish and intensely flavorful sauce, this dish captures the essence of Azorean culture and is a true emblem of the island.
During your stay in São Miguel, this gastronomic experience is something you simply cannot miss.
From traditional restaurants to typical taverns, the island is full of places where you can enjoy well-prepared fried chicharros served in various ways, each reflecting a personal and regional touch.
Where to eat fried chicharros in São Miguel
Mané Cigano
Known for its welcoming atmosphere and traditional dishes, Mané Cigano is famous for its fried chicharros served with baked beans and pickled onion.
Rua Engº José Cordeiro Antiga da Calheta 3, 9500-310 Ponta Delgada
Restaurante Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande
Located in an area of natural beauty, this restaurant offers typical dishes, including fried chicharros, in a tranquil setting, next to the Ribeira Grande Thermal Baths.
Largo das caldeiras, 9600-501 Ribeira Grande
Gastrónomo
Recognized for the quality of its fish dishes, Gastrónomo is an excellent option for tasting masterfully prepared fried chicharros.
Rua da Boa Nova, 9500-296 Ponta Delgada
Casa Marisca
This restaurant stands out for the freshness of its seafood, offering fried chicharros that conquer the most demanding palates.
Rua Engenheiro José Cordeiro, 127, Ponta Delgada
O Silva
With a family-friendly atmosphere, O Silva serves traditional Açores dishes, with fried horse mackerel being one of the house specialties.
R. Direita de Cima 41, 9600-221 Ribeira Grande
Costaneira
Located by the sea, Costaneira offers fresh fried horse mackerel, providing an authentic gastronomic experience.
R. do Castelo 4, 9675-138 Ribeira Quente
Ponta do Garajau
This restaurant is known for its fish dishes, with a highlight on the fried horse mackerel served with traditional side dishes.
Rua Dr. Frederico Moniz Pereira 9, 9675-173 Ribeira Quente
O Amaral
A cozy, family-run tavern in Porto Formoso, ideal for snacks. It stands out for its fresh fish dishes, limpets rice, cracklings, and offal, offering an authentic Açores experience.
M518 28, 9625-425 Porto Formoso
Canto da Pia
This establishment is known for its homemade cuisine, where the fried horse mackerel is prepared with dedication and served with regional accompaniments.
Rabaça
Known for its welcoming atmosphere and family environment, this establishment stands out for its offer of typical Açores gastronomy dishes, with a highlight on fried horse mackerel.
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