Mediterranean Restaurant

2 Passos (pronounce Dos Passos) means two steps in Portuguese reflecting its closeness to the ocean and shoreline. Located near Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo 2 Passos stands on high stilts atop sand dunes overlooking the Ria Formosa nature reserve.

There are several meat dishes to choose from on the menu, but fish and seafood is really what it's all about. The daily catch is sold by weight and then prepared at the table rather than as individual dishes which is a novel, but perfectly sensible way to order. As if to flaunt its fresh food bona fides the menu changes daily depending on what is available at the local market.