O Arruda
Snack Bar Restaurante O Arruda
A family restaurant near the Lajes harbor, where generous portions of limpets, clams and grilled fresh fish offer good value.
Located on Rua dos Baleeiros in Lajes das Flores, near the whaling museum and the commercial port. It is run by the Arruda family, led by Gilberto Arruda, and is open from breakfast through dinner. The highlights are large limpets, clams in sauce, and fresh fish such as grilled black scabbardfish and tuna steak. Daily specials are announced on Facebook. Portions are generous, and a meal costs about €15–30 per person. It is often full even in low season, so booking is advised. Closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday 7:00–23:00; main meals 12:00–14:00 and 19:00–21:00; closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Lajes das Flores
- Fajã de Lopo Vaz
- Lagoa Funda & Lagoa Rasa
- Gruta dos Enxaréus & Coastal Boat Tour
- Rocha dos Bordões
- West Coast Viewpoints (Craveiro Lopes & Portal)
- Lagoa Negra & Lagoa Comprida
- Museu das Flores (São Boaventura Convent)