Il Gallo D'oro
What the experts agree on
Madeira's sole Michelin-starred restaurant delivers ambitious international cuisine in an elegant two-level dining room with striking design elements, including a glass wine cellar and terrace views—expect high prices but worthy execution.
“Il Gallo d'Oro, located at the Cliff Bay Hotel, is the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Madeira.”
– Afar Magazine
"The first and only Michelin-starred restaurant in Madeira, located within the Cliff Bay Hotel, serves ambitious, high-end international cuisine, with prices to match." Full review
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Though the dining area is staid, the dishes are presented as works of art, and the extensive wine list showcases bottles from around the world (the excellent sommelier is happy to pair each course with top Portuguese wine, if you choose).
2 Stars
"This restaurant has an attractive glass-fronted wine cellar in the entrance hall-bar, a dining room on two levels with an elegant classic-cum-contemporary ambience, and an attractive terrace." Full review
"The island’s first Michelin star came courtesy of French chef Benoît Sinthon at Il Galo D’Oro in The Cliff Bay hotel, which was praised for the products and traditions that are based on..." Full review