Desarma

Desarma is a Michelin one-star restaurant perched on the rooftop of The Views Baía hotel in Funchal, Madeira. It showcases a modern cuisine that melds traditional Madeiran ingredients with inventive culinary techniques under the guidance of Executive Chef Octávio Freitas. Recognized since 2024 and awarded 2 Suns by the Repsol Guide Portugal 2026, the kitchen highlights local products such as maritime charcuterie, aged fish, regional flours, and sugarcane honey, crafting dishes that respect and elevate the island's flavors. The restaurant’s rooftop terrace features natural wood and stone elements evocative of Madeira’s volcanic landscape and rich soil. Its intimate seating area includes front and side benches that accommodate up to eight guests, creating a setting that reflects the local geography and history without unnecessary luxury. Desarma emphasizes a battle of tastes through innovative, multisensory menus like the “Bancada do Chef – 12 Momentos,” blending bitter, sweet, acidic, salty, hot, cold, surprising, and explosive flavors. The wine selection is curated as an integral part of the experience, complementing precise, moment-to-moment culinary improvisation. This rigor and connection to local terroir invite guests into a unique sensory journey rooted in Madeira’s culinary heritage.