First day back at the office !!
Only my third trip to CVO but possibly the best. Stayed more in the town this year, previously stayed in ADM. The first week, 26.5.12 to 2.6.12 was pretty quiet but things definitely picked up the second week 2.6.12 to 9.6.12. These two weeks represent the traditional whit holidays and school half term in The UK. I thought the place was busy enough to create an atmosphere and when the free live music started in the square on Saturday 2.6.12 things "livened up". Having said that, me and my party did feel sorry for some bars & restaurants who just didn't seem to be getting any business. I won't embarrass them and name them here!! We ate at the following:-
As Marisquera - Always decent. Friendly service and if you get the right seat you can see your food being BBQ'd. Overall 8/10
A Rede - a revamped menu and really nice food. Packed when we went on 6.6.12. Perhaps a little pricey. 8/10
A Gale - Very slow service but always popular. Excellent food served in cramp conditions with tables too close together. 7/10
Villa Medici- Very nice. Whilst the prices seem decent the portions are pretty small on the pasta dishes. Very nice setting and fast, friendly service. 8/10
Oasis - For me, one of the best meat restaurants in CVO. Ate here twice and both times the food & service was very good. The second time we spent all evening sat there watching the free live music opposite with drinks flowing! 9/10
Ma Jas - if it is fabulous "home" cooking served in a lovely ambience then this is the place. Mark & Jan work hard to generate a lovely dining experience. 9/10
Martins Grill - this was for lunch but surpringly the best chicken piri piri I had while in CVO. 7/10
I am not trying to be a food critic, I am just passing on my comments for anyone that might be remotely interested.
The bottom line is that people must try and do their own thing. CVO is a beautiful place with lots to offer and long may my love affair with the place continue.
Great to meet Gary & Gaynor whilst there.
Finally, a huge thank you to Bob & Ida at Harry's Bar. They made us very wlecome at their Diamond Jubilee day on 3.6.12 and put on a great day's festivities. See you all soon

Sounds like you had a fab time! I'm green with envy

Sandy wrote:Sounds like you had a fab time! I'm green with envy

Don't be, he's back in the office Great report Lamby, glad you had a good time.

now I'm just back
IMO not as busy as last June. Prices steady. (which is a credit to traders with the vat increases epecially on electricity and restaurants)

Vila Nova, pleasant environment, great service, friendly staff. went for the €15 4 course menu and it was excellent value, with extras bill for 4 was €81.

Vimar, good food, friendly service, seriously good singer out front, all went for fish of one sort or another, a little tight on vegetables (compared with previous visits)

California, late arriving, only ones in restaurant (not for the first time) fast friendly service, starters, mains, beer and water (no wine) under €25 for 2. really enjoyed our meal there, has to be one of the best value Italian restaurants around. starters were excellent, mains were good. value and service outstanding.

Happys, whats to say, you know the menu, you know the food, and you know the man. Long may it continue.

We arrived home yesterday after a wonderful 2 weeks in Carvoeiro. Missing the sunshine already. Thanks to all the bars, restaurants and people of Carvoeiro who made our stay so relaxing and enjoyable, and a special thank you to Bob and Ida at Harrys Bar who put on the best Jubilee street party ever. Jacky, Bill, Sally and Ken

Hi Jacky. We were on your team at Harry's bar Quiz Night on 30.5.12. Bill was our team captain. Glad you had a great time. Say hello to Bill, Sally & Ken. Hope to see you in CVO again some time. David

Lamby wrote:First day back at the office !!
Only my third trip to CVO but possibly the best. Stayed more in the town this year, previously stayed in ADM. The first week, 26.5.12 to 2.6.12 was pretty quiet but things definitely picked up the second week 2.6.12 to 9.6.12. These two weeks represent the traditional whit holidays and school half term in The UK. I thought the place was busy enough to create an atmosphere and when the free live music started in the square on Saturday 2.6.12 things "livened up". Having said that, me and my party did feel sorry for some bars & restaurants who just didn't seem to be getting any business. I won't embarrass them and name them here!! We ate at the following:-
As Marisquera - Always decent. Friendly service and if you get the right seat you can see your food being BBQ'd. Overall 8/10
A Rede - a revamped menu and really nice food. Packed when we went on 6.6.12. Perhaps a little pricey. 8/10
A Gale - Very slow service but always popular. Excellent food served in cramp conditions with tables too close together. 7/10
Villa Medici- Very nice. Whilst the prices seem decent the portions are pretty small on the pasta dishes. Very nice setting and fast, friendly service. 8/10
Oasis - For me, one of the best meat restaurants in CVO. Ate here twice and both times the food & service was very good. The second time we spent all evening sat there watching the free live music opposite with drinks flowing! 9/10
Ma Jas - if it is fabulous "home" cooking served in a lovely ambience then this is the place. Mark & Jan work hard to generate a lovely dining experience. 9/10
Martins Grill - this was for lunch but surpringly the best chicken piri piri I had while in CVO. 7/10
I am not trying to be a food critic, I am just passing on my comments for anyone that might be remotely interested.
The bottom line is that people must try and do their own thing. CVO is a beautiful place with lots to offer and long may my love affair with the place continue.
Great to meet Gary & Gaynor whilst there.
Finally, a huge thank you to Bob & Ida at Harry's Bar. They made us very wlecome at their Diamond Jubilee day on 3.6.12 and put on a great day's festivities. See you all soon

It was also a pleasure to meet you young man Gaynor and Gary. Just to upset you a wee bit just off Hemmys for a quick top up

Which bars/venues now have live music ( excluding Karaoke please and the Jailhouse !! )
Has Brady's resolved their issues with the neighbours.??
Will there be music in ths small square near Mungos ? ?
How many nights will there be music in the main square ?

Hi EMM. While I was in CVO I saw live music in The Round Up and The Black Stove. Brady's had a meeting Wednesday 6th June where a decision was to be given regarding getting their live music licence back. I saw Bill when I was there and he wasn't happy !!
There was no live music in the square by Mungos. However, there was live music every evening in the main square from Saturday 2nd June 2012 until I departed on 9th June. Also, live music on a small stage opposite Qasis Restaurant every Tuesday & Thursday evening. Hope that helps.

Thanks a lot,

Good that the Black Stove has music again and lets hope that Bradys and the restaurants /bars near Mungos get their permits.

Rascals also has live music