Ribamar Sesimbra is a restaurant in Sesimbra, Margem Sul. Rated 4.1 stars from 1018 Google reviews. Known for fresh seafood that tastes like it was caught today and generous portions, especially octopus. Best for seafood dinner and bay views. Price range: $$.
Rankings updated April 2026
Ribamar Sesimbra
Quick Verdict
Go back repeatedly, according to the reviews. The fish is genuinely fresh, the service catches small details, and the bay view doesn't hurt.
You want grilled fish or shellfish with a view of Sesimbra Bay and don't mind paying for location and quality.
About Ribamar Sesimbra
Ribamar Sesimbra sits on Avenida dos Náufragos with views across the bay, a seafood restaurant where the kitchen moves fast and the fish arrives fresh enough that reviewers mention licking their fingers. The space has decent interior design, lounge bar music in the background, and staff who ask if you're enjoying each dish and swap out shells without being asked. It's the kind of place where a mixed fish platter for two arrives in reasonable time, where octopus portions are generous, and where clams with garlic butter (amêijoas à Bulhão Pato) and fried cuttlefish show up done right. Not the cheapest spot on the waterfront—you're paying for the location and the quality—but reviewers consistently come back, and the ones who almost left because of older negative reviews ended up having the meal that changed their mind.
What Stands Out
Fresh seafood that tastes like it was caught today
Reviewers specifically praised 'very fresh swordfish', 'fresh oysters', and a mixed fish meal where 'the fish was fresh and we licked our fingers with pleasure.' One diner noted the fried cuttlefish and swordfish were 'very fresh' enough to stand out.
Generous portions, especially octopus
Multiple reviewers mentioned 'very generous portions' with 'special highlight for the octopus', and a separate review called out the fried cuttlefish and swordfish as excellent dishes worth returning for.
Attentive service that anticipates your needs
Staff ask if you're enjoying each dish, replace plates without being asked, and offer seating preferences. One reviewer noted 'super friendly service' and another praised the 'efficient and cordial' service with attention to detail.
Practical Information
Contact
Av. dos Náufragos 29, 2970-637 Sesimbra, Portugal
+351 21 223 4853Frequently Asked Questions about Ribamar Sesimbra
The octopus (polvo) draws specific praise for generous portions. Clams with garlic butter (amêijoas à Bulhão Pato), fried cuttlefish, and swordfish all appear in multiple reviews as fresh and well-executed. Ask what came in that morning—the kitchen moves fast on whatever's best that day.
Not the cheapest on the waterfront, but reviewers consistently say the quality justifies it. One diner noted 'excellent value for money' despite it being 'not the most affordable in the area.' A mixed fish platter for two with bread, butter, and olives arrived at a 'completely reasonable' price.
Decent interior design with lounge bar music in the background and views across Sesimbra Bay. Full by evening on weekends. One reviewer specifically mentioned the 'excellent atmosphere' combined with the bay view and music.
No online booking available. Walk in or call ahead—reviewers mention arriving before 12:30 on weekends to avoid a wait, and evening service runs slower than lunch.
Also in Sesimbra
View all12 venues changed rank in Sesimbra this week → See full zone ranking
How We Rank Venues
Rankings are recalculated monthly from live Google Business Profile data. Our Hot Score weighs review velocity (new text reviews in 90 days), recency (how fresh), baseline rating, and Google Business Profile completeness. No editorial picks, no paid placements — just what the data says this month.
How our monthly rankings work