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Johnny Hooper's Saxophone Bistro

Restaurant Bar Live music venue

👍👍 I was visiting Albufeira and wanted to have dinner before I hit the clubs little did I know at the time I was about to dine at a bistro that would pull me in to an entrancing experience. When I first walk in a man in a palm tree shirt named Johnny welcomed me and pointed me to my seat. I ordered a... People often mention great, night, Johnny, music, Great, entertainment, amazing, good, atmosphere, staff,


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R. Almeida Garrett 30, 8200-272 Albufeira, Portugal

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+351 963 176 635

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4.60 (251 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Charles R. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic night out, Johnny can blast out a tune and food was great.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sue r. 1 year ago on Google
    If you want a really fun night of entertainment and you love an amazing sax player then this is the ideal night out - Be warned ...Tuesday and Friday nights only -. Food was perfect ... cooked by Johnny's lovely wife ... and service really on it. We had such a good night that we [my wife and I caught up in the atmosphere and spirit] downed 3 doubles in spirits each and we're lightweights LOL!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jim B. 2 years ago on Google
    Super night. Delightful and attentive staff, excellent choice and quality of food and super entertainment. A bit out of the way, but worth every bit of the effort to get there. A must if on holiday in Albufeira.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason Q. 1 year ago on Google
    I was visiting Albufeira and wanted to have dinner before I hit the clubs little did I know at the time I was about to dine at a bistro that would pull me in to an entrancing experience. When I first walk in a man in a palm tree shirt named Johnny welcomed me and pointed me to my seat. I ordered a bottle of wine with my friend and all of sudden BAM! saxolazing music started to play and I floated down a river of music both lazy and smooth and fast and fierce as the Niagara falls. Over all the food was good and the music and community even better
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katy M. 9 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    We had a big group booking of 24 here and had the most FUN night dancing to Johnny’s sax (and some other bangers he put on). Food was delish too, highly recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claire E. 9 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Fantastic Sunday Lunch and Live entertainment. Great service, great food If you’re in or near Albuferia I’d highly recommend you book and have lunch here Thank you for a great afternoon
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura T. 2 years ago on Google
    My husband and I had a brilliant time at Johnny's restaurant on Sunday 26th Sept. I'm veggie and my husband is vegan so we didn't expect to be able to eat anything and was popping along for some drinks and live music, however, i'm so glad I contacted them because they offer a vegan nut roast! It was absolutely delicious with veggies, roasties and vegan gravy! We had a fab time and met some other lovely people. Johnny is a great host and his wife, Sue (who is also the chef) is equally lovely and a talented cook! We wish you guys every success and hope to return in the future! Thanks, Laura & Luke x
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gebbo G. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited Johnny’s 3 times during our holiday and each time received a warm welcome from Johnny and his staff. The food, cooked by his wife was superb, followed by great sax music and fun quiz combined to make it a fantastic night. Sunday lunch was matched with the same great food and live music on the terrace. This is a must visit if you are in Albufeira. Good luck for the rest of the season Johnny, hope to see you next year🎷 (Mandy’s Mates)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rose L. 7 months ago on Google • 72 reviews
    We had a wonderful time in Johnny's saxophone bistro !He really puts on a great show and food was delicious 😋

  • 5/5 Keith S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great nights entertainment, with good food to boot. We were a party of 18 for a Birthday celebration. Would highly recommend as an alternative to the bars on the strip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paddy A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great location with fabulous food served well by attentive staff.. Amazingly talented musicians playing a chilled out Cafe Lounge style vibe which was beautifully perrfomed..All in all an amazing Sunday afternoon..Thanks to all at Johnny Hooper's..❤️❤️❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere. Excellent food. The staff are all great and Johnny is a great entertainer.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yvonne S. 6 months ago on Google • 63 reviews
    Fabulous food. Johnny is always so welcoming and entertaining. Lovely atmosphere and always a good night here. Always worth a visit.

  • 4/5 Christopher F. 8 months ago on Google • 38 reviews
    Small dinner 4 carrots little bit colley flower. 3 roast potatoes Yorkshire pudding thin layer of meat. Music very 👍 good nice place

  • 4/5 Jason O. 9 months ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Lovely meal served outdoors and relaxed lunch atmosphere under plenty of shade.

  • 5/5 Dawn S. 11 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Excellent night at Johnny's...good food. Atmosphere and music...also enjoyed the pub quiz

  • 5/5 Keith A. 1 year ago on Google • 21 reviews
    A real good venue professional run Enjoyed every time we have been there and Sunday lunch perfect

  • 5/5 Georgina F. 10 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Found this place online and booked dinner here as a meal on my sisters hen do. The staff were friendly, polite and helpful. They had decorated the table with balloons and banners for us. The food was amazing we was a group of 13 and everyone loved their meals. Waiting time was great and there was such a delicious selection of food and drink to choose from. The prices were great value. We was lucky enough that Johnny played the saxophone for us, we all got up and had a dance. It was such a great place to go before heading off to the strip.

  • 5/5 rachel b. 3 years ago on Google
    A fantastic night out. Great food and service and the entertainment was fabulous. Will def be back!!

  • 5/5 Elizabeth W. 2 years ago on Google
    We came across Johnny's bar while roaming around and liked the look of it. Stopped of for a drink and Johnny served us on the veranda. After hearing about his Tuesday evening food and entertainment we booked a table. We had a brilliant evening, delicious food and Johnny was so entertaining playing his saxophone followed by a musical pub quiz then dancing to mowtown. Lots of fun and laughter was had by all. It's a pity that we only found it on last couple of days but when we return on our next holiday we will be sure to turn up for more fun.

  • 5/5 Slavica R. 2 years ago on Google
    Recomended by friend...lovely place!!!We had a great meal and soooo much fun!!!Johnny 🥰

  • 5/5 Liza G. 2 years ago on Google
    What a wonderful night my friends and I had. Great food ,fabulous entertainment, Very attentive staff . Everything you want for a great night out . We will be back Mr Hooper !!!

  • 5/5 Terry C. 5 years ago on Google
    Great Night out!!!! Good food Awesome experience - Johnny Hooper Rocks!! 💕💕💕💕👍

  • 5/5 David H. 2 years ago on Google
    Probably the best night out in Albuferia.

  • 5/5 mitchell k. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is an absolute gem walked in off yhe street got a great reception and someone went and proposed to his other half honestly the vibe is top notch 👌

  • 5/5 Ean W. 2 years ago on Google
    Brilliant night,highly recommend. Food excellent too

  • 5/5 George S. 2 years ago on Google
    A great experience, a must if you're in Albufeira, great food and better music, great atmosphere. Will be going back for sure.

  • 5/5 Louise B. 5 years ago on Google
    Home cooked food.. Great music all night long

  • 5/5 Julie H. 5 years ago on Google
    Was at a wedding reception here and staff were amazing friendly and helpful. Also menu was A+++

  • 5/5 nicola l. 1 year ago on Google
    Booked a night here for my Mam’s 70th birthday whilst we were in Albufeira. I cannot fault this place or the staff. We had the best night. The staff went out of there way to put up balloons and a birthday banner. The atmosphere was brilliant, adults and kids had a ball. They made the whole restaurant feel like they were there together. The quiz was great craic. Johnny was so attentive to the kids, giving them each a tambourine to play along to his saxophone. My son Sean has Down syndrome, Johnny was amazing with him, calling him on stage to dance with him. Thank you all so much, from the conversations with Sue about booking to the night itself , food included was amazing. Nicola 🇮🇪

  • 5/5 R S. 1 year ago on Google
    If you have the chance to go, DO IT before it's too late! This is truly a one of a kind, once Johnny retires I don't see how anyone else could replace him! Food was absolutely worth the 5 star rating as well!

  • 5/5 Matthew R. 1 year ago on Google
    What an amazing place! If you’re looking for a fun night out, amazing food (thank you sue!) and really great music, this is your place. You’ll make new friends, laugh till you cry and leave full.

  • 5/5 Frances D. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to go for the evening. Delicious food, attentive staff, music, dancing and quiz! Everyone is so friendly, don't miss an evening here.

  • 5/5 james b. 1 year ago on Google
    If you are ever in albuferia and don't go Jhonny Hoopers you're missing the best night you'll ever have staff atmosphere and Johnny the main man and excellent food and drink the only place to be for a great night out

  • 5/5 Richard s. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely brilliant, food was superb, atmosphere and service great and of course Johnny himself with his entertainment just topped off a truly amazing night

  • 5/5 barry m. 1 year ago on Google
    A great venue, thankfully a five minute walk away from the Strip. Wonderful collection of photos of many of the jazz greats adorn the walls and the food, drink and music areal great. Staff are very friendly and efficient, and Johnny is a super host.

  • 5/5 Lorinda F. 10 months ago on Google
    Johnny is an amazing saxophonist & makes sure everyone is happy 😊 A*** Entertainment!Food is absolutely 💯, cooked by the lovely Sue.. We had a brilliant time... 2rd visit...

  • 5/5 Amanda B. 1 year ago on Google
    We hal already eaten so can not comment of food but we have heard really nice things about the food. We came as we like to listen to live music and there was a saxophonist playing, which I must add was great. Very friendly and really good at interacting. Music great.

  • 5/5 andrew f. 10 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Went with a group of 10 and had an amazing night. Without doubt the best night of 2 weeks in albuferia and Tommy was amazing on the sax and such a great attentive host making everyone feel welcome. Played some great tunes and also ran a quiz. Only regret was that we have to leave at 10pm due to kids when the party was just getting going. Brilliant night.

  • 5/5 Colin G. 4 years ago on Google
    What a great night we had very entertaining with good food and drinks

  • 5/5 Craig M. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic evening, thoroughly recommend

  • 5/5 Jason 4 years ago on Google
    Atmosphere makes it 5 stars

  • 5/5 Nicole R. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely food and great entertainment!

  • 5/5 Paul D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great to be back after lockdown. More of an exprience than just a meal. Super steak.

  • 5/5 peter f. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food. Johnny is an excellent host. Really great atmosphere. Will definitely go back.

  • 5/5 David 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely atmosphere, highly recommend if you want a fun friendly Tuesday or Friday!

  • 5/5 Kim F. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, fabulous music and atmosphere was buzzing

  • 5/5 Joanna A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, fabulous food and the entertainment was brilliant. Perfect for a whole evening out with the family.

  • 4/5 Chris D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food,not amazing but pretty nice,we were there not on a show night and mid covid so not many there but all in all a nice meal that was a bit different. I would imagine on show nights or Sundays for roast this place would be brilliant!!! Go if you're in town,I will definitely go again!!!!

  • 3/5 John Wilson j. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was fine, but too cramped and noisy for my liking

  • 5/5 Catherine D. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing, amazing, amazing. Such a brilliant evening. And the saxophone... utterly wonderful. The whole evening was a fabulous. Thank you SO much Johnny and Sue

  • 5/5 Laura F. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic night . Entertainment was second to none! Food was delicious will definitely visit if I'm ever back there again. Staff were fantastic too.

  • 5/5 Tina H. 4 years ago on Google
    What an amazing place,, johnny was so wonderful , highly recommend this establishment, just the best

  • 5/5 Henry C. 4 years ago on Google
    Had two great evenings here. Thanks Johnny for the entertainment, well done Sue in charge of the kitchen and not forgetting the rest of the staff who were very friendly and attentive.

  • 5/5 John B. 5 years ago on Google
    Excellent place. Great food & entertainment. Brilliant service. Unforgettable 🎷🍷👍☺👌

  • 4/5 Bernard G. 4 years ago on Google
    Always a lovely welcome by Johnny and always a pleasure to be back. Sunday lunch on the terrace is forever memorable. Thanks also to Sue who deserves recognition for the hard work she puts into preparation of all the tasty meals. Cheers. Bernard and Susan

  • 5/5 Tony W. 4 years ago on Google
    Just spent a great afternoon in the sun listening to a lovely female guitarist/singer, a great finish to my holiday in albuferia.

  • 5/5 Kevin B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, great music, great host, highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Ian K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food,smooth entertainment ,great host.Booked for Tuesday night looking forward to Johnny's saxophone playing

  • 5/5 Mairead M. 4 years ago on Google
    Food excellent 👍

  • 5/5 Kim E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place

  • 5/5 Karen C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great night, great music, good food and good fun

  • 5/5 amanda f. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic evening of excellent food and entertainment.

  • 5/5 David Mark N. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing

  • 4/5 sava G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

  • 4/5 Celeste H. 4 years ago on Google
    Fun, cozy

  • 5/5 Francine 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very friendly staff, very good food, and a wonderful view. We will return. (Original) Personnel très sympathique ,très bonne cuisine ,et une magnifique vue. On y retournera.

  • 5/5 Nicola O. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely night out! Johnny is a great host and excellent saxophonist and Sue's food is so delicious! Wonderful restaurant, staff and entertainment. Glad we got to experience the last night of the season. We'll definitely be back in the summer!

  • 5/5 Ian B. 4 years ago on Google
    A fantastic venue we totally enjoyed our visit

  • 2/5 Emma F. 4 years ago on Google
    The food and drinks were awful (and daylight robbery) but johnny on the sax was good entertainment

  • 5/5 Hayley D. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic night great food, great music great vib

  • 5/5 Paul J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, music from Johnny on the sax, good food. What more?

  • 5/5 brian w. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food good music good fun

  • 3/5 monica p. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Normal food, service without more .... (Original) Comida normal, servicio sin más....

  • 5/5 Nick C. 4 years ago on Google
    My first time here but most of the family had been before . Great food, fun atmosphere, brilliant music and sax playing by the man himself highly recommend .

  • 5/5 Martin B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, outside terraces, quality food offering, great music in the evening, off the beaten track


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