Been there twice and tried the both the pizza and the tuna steak. Both excellently done and the pizza is really Italian style. The vegetables that came with the tuna were just amazing in the way they were cut into thin slices. Staff really friendly and I'll definitely come back again.

Residing in Santa Maria has given me the chance to explore nearly all the dining options this town has to offer, and I'm confident in saying that this restaurant ranks in my personal top three. The pasta al pesto is a standout dish, generously coated with a rich and flavorful sauce that elevates it beyond the ordinary. It's hearty, satisfying, and exactly what you'd hope for when ordering this classic. When it comes to pizza in Cape Verde, I've yet to find its match. The dough is well-fermented, yielding a crust that's airy and light, yet with a satisfying chew. It's a true representation of what good pizza should be - expertly executed. For anyone looking for quality eats in the area, this place is a must-visit. The pasta and pizza are excellent starting points, but there's a good chance the rest of the menu will impress just as much.

Little Italian gem in the centre of Santa Maria! Pasta al pesto awesome and ragù pasta as well very tasty!!!

We had delicious Italian pizza here! Very warm welcome and service included. If we would be here longer, we would definitely come back to try the pasta as it looked very good as well.

Very nice restaurant with the most lovely staff. The food was really fresh and good quality. You can sit inside or outside in like a garden which is really cozy. We will definitely come back 🍝🍕

I was welcomed to the restaurant at lunchtime. Most other places in Santa Maria don't open until four in the afternoon and I wanted a good lunch. I had the fish of the day, which was cooked beautifully. It had a lovely, fresh flavour and was nice and hot. It came with rice, again very well cooked, and a side of vegetables. There were carrots, courgettes and potatoes cooked in stock I imagine and then finished with either butter or oil. They were so delicious I wanted to know how they were cooked. The meal also came with a slice of fresh, soft bread with a chewy crust. That too had great flavour and was ideal to soak up the last of the juice from the fish and the squeeze of lemon I put on. The meal was very reasonably priced. 600CVE and I had a pint of local draft beer with it for 350CVE. The beer here is lovely. Very cold and with a light flavour. Very refreshing. The waitress who served me spoke good English and was very helpful with my map and giving me directions. I had taken a book to read because I had heard that food in CV can take sometimes an hour to leave the kitchen, but my meal came so quickly I was surprised. I would recommend this restaurant without hesitation. I could not fault it at all. It you are coming to Santa Maria, have the fish. It is always excellent because it comes straight out of the sea. Thank you for my lunch and I will eat here again. Ben MacLeod Newcastle upon Tyne UK

absolutely lovely little place. I was struggling to find somewhere open on a sunday night last minute. The staff were so lovely, especially the waitress who went absolutely out of her way to cater to my allergies. Had a main and a side plus two glasses of wine for a little over £18. Unbeatable value, food and service. Will go back before I leave without a doubt.

The best Italian on the island. We've tried many pizzas in the last few days, and this was our clear favorite. We ended up eating here three more times. I highly recommend Pizza Faro, especially if you're into seafood!