Kampo by Chef Julio Pereira em Funchal

From the moment I was seated at the chef's table in Kampo, I knew I was in for an exceptional evening. The expansive counter, filled with fellow diners, offered a lively atmosphere, and the best part was watching the dishes being prepared. It gave me a real sense of the menu and helped me decide what to try. The sourdough bread—wow! It was simply unforgettable. I wish they sold it as a takeaway; it was that good. I started with two appetizers: the “deconstructed oxtail ravioli” and the foie gras with banana and passion fruit—both creative and flavorful. To finish, the dark chocolate dessert was a perfect finale, and the glass of red wine was so smooth and drinkable it was almost dangerous! If I had to nitpick, I’d suggest replacing the laminated QR code menu with something more elegant. I noticed a paper food and cocktail menu board being presented to some guests, but I wasn’t offered it until I returned two days later. Additionally, swapping out the paper towels for cotton ones would elevate the experience further, as the paper ones felt out of place in an otherwise luxurious setting. The staff were professional and polite throughout, and my experience was so fantastic that we vowed to return—and we did. On our second visit, we managed to snag a late lunch slot at 4:15 p.m., and it was even better, although admittedly, it took a while to be seated. With fewer guests, the service was even more attentive, and the food once again exceeded expectations. The white chocolate and black olive dessert was a revelation—so incredible it nearly brought me to tears. My advice? Be adventurous and try something unexpected—you won’t regret it. I absolutely loved Kampo. It was the highlight of our Christmas break, and I would return to Madeira in a heartbeat just to dine here again. Sensational in every way, and undoubtedly, the best on the island once a few minor tweaks are addressed.

Lovely restaurant very busy … staff very attentive , Food we enjoyed my partner had ribeye on the bone 60 euros came with a really tasty salad and fries very large to be honest it could have been shared between two My fish of the day was red snapper it was delicious sauce/stock was so tasty with a Risotto of rice seaweed and greens A lovely white Wine from the Douro also very good . Would defiantly go back . Only negative I found the Starters were not to our liking .