Vista Mar Beach Bar in Praia is a resort beach bar with open sea views, a calm atmosphere, live music on some days, and well-made drinks. Perfect for coffee or a slow cocktail; expect slow service, mild alcohol, and wifi only for guests.

The Bounty Beach Restaurant delivers a stunning beachfront setting and good fish dishes when the kitchen is on form. Slow service and hotel-level prices increase the risk if things go wrong. Best for relaxed dinners, not rushed meals.

Soul Kitchen Beach Club is a beachfront restaurant in Santa Maria with Italian influence, excellent tuna dishes and rare vegetarian options. Calm atmosphere, live music and refined plates—though service can be slow and card payments carry a small surcharge.

Sal Beach Club, also known as Vista Mar, is a beachfront bar in Santa Maria best suited for drinks with a view. Food quality is inconsistent and service disorganised. Fine for a relaxed drink, risky if you plan to eat properly.

Ponta Preta is a beach restaurant in one of Sal’s most beautiful spots. Stunning views and sunsets, food that can surprise — or disappoint. Service is uneven and tour groups affect the experience. Best enjoyed with time, flexibility, and relaxed expectations.

Palm Beach is a sand-on-your-feet lounge restaurant in Santa Maria, great for cocktails, live music and sunset dinners. Fish usually performs well, prices are European, and the vibe is everything. Worth knowing their strict policy around children before you arrive.

Morna Beach Club is a beachfront venue tied to a hotel and its all-inclusive system: great location, shade and sea views, with generally solid food. Be cautious without a wristband — drinks are pricey, service varies and pricing can be confusing. Best enjoyed informed.

Morabeza Beach Club sits right on the sand in Santa Maria, offering comfortable sunbeds, very clean bathrooms and food with a solid price–quality balance, especially the fish of the day. Watch kitchen hours and expect service that can be brilliant… or uneven.

LobStar is a beachfront seafood restaurant in Santa Maria with themed décor and live music on some evenings. When it delivers, lobster and pasta impress. Prices are high and experiences vary, so go unhurried, informed and with a flexible budget.

Bo Beach Bar sits on a wide, quiet beach in Santa Maria, offering sunbeds, shade and well-reviewed food. Grilled fish, fair prices and a laid-back rhythm define the experience. Come with time to spare and let the day unfold naturally.

Beach Bar Olá Brasil is a beachfront favourite in Santa Maria, known for famous caipirinhas (strong and well priced), cheerful music and an easy-going vibe. Great for snacks, sunset drinks and repeat visits. Watch for smoke nearby and ask about ingredients.

Base Nautic Snack-Bar is a quiet beach spot in Murdeira Bay with honest grilling, tasty food and standout sea views. Fair prices, warm service and zero rush. Ideal for a relaxed meal, a cold drink, and letting the day unfold naturally.