Vila Luanda

Cabo Verde


Two blocks from Nova Sintra's main square, this casual place serves up some of the best meals in town, with changing daily specials – like oven-baked chicken, feijoada and grilled fish of the day. Grab a seat at one of the outdoor tables and watch village life drift slowly past.


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3. Dja'r Fogo

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