During a recent visit to the Vilamoura area, I had the opportunity this week to discover the Restaurant Raízes ("Roots" in English) in Quarteira.
Situated just a stone's throw from the ocean, close to the Forte Novo beach, the establishment has a well exposed terrace which allows you to be sheltered from the wind ( which is not a luxury in this part of the Algarve).
Ideal for a hearty lunch outdoors after a nice walk with your pet(s).
On the menu, healthy and vegetarian dishes, fresh juices and good desserts served in colourful dishes.
We tested and loved 👍🏽
the bowl of seasonal vegetables and its falafels,
the soft sweet potatoes chips,
the black beans veggie burger served in a "bolo do caco" (typical Madeira wheat bread)
the spaghetti with tempeh (a product made from fermented soya beans).
Note that the restaurant also offers a "Take Away" service.