Azores Travel Review: A Beautiful Island with Disappointing Food

Let me start by saying this: I’ve had some amazing food while travelling. Sadly, the Azores was not one of those places.

This is my honest Azores travel review—a mix of serene landscapes, peaceful moments, and unfortunately, some of the most unsatisfying meals I’ve ever had.

When we decided to visit the Azores, we knew it was famous for seafood. That was already a challenge for us: Yomi has never liked seafood, and I abstain for religious reasons. Still, we figured there’d be other options.

We were wrong.

The Food Disappointment Started Early

On the flight there, the only meal option was octopus. No alternative. Just octopus. We politely declined and made do with very dry bread rolls.

By the time we reached the hotel, we were starving. We ordered steak and whilst it was fine, the portion was small, and so, we went to bed hungry…

The next night, we gave the T-bone a try. It cost a fortune and unfortunately, was still barely enough food. The flavour didn’t help either—bland and forgettable.

Room Service? Still No Luck

Hoping for better luck with room service, we ordered a burger and Caesar salad. Honestly? Still a letdown. I really wish I had packed snacks.

One Bright Spot: Tukátulá Beach Bar

On my birthday, we went to Tukátulá Beach Bar, and that was the one decent meal of the trip. We had beef ribs, and while I was tired of red meat by that point, it was still a step up from the rest.

We had planned a nice dinner for later that day too… but I’ll spare you the details. It didn’t go well.

The Azores Is Beautiful, Though

Here’s the thing, the island itself is stunning. We enjoyed:

• Dipping our feet in geothermal springs.
  
• Drinking naturally carbonated mineral water straight from springs in Furnas.
  
• Driving through quiet, rugged landscapes and taking in the slower pace.
  

There’s no denying the Azores is perfect for wellness travellers. The fresh air, natural spas, and peaceful scenery are genuinely special.

However, if you’re not into seafood and beef’s not your favourite meat, it might be worth managing your expectations when it comes to food.

Final Thoughts

Have you been to the Azores? Did you have a different experience? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

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