Fran GO!: the new restaurant in Albufeira where every dish is made with chicken

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Just two minutes from Praia dos Pescadores, the newly opened Fran GO! was inspired by Frango da Guia, making this protein the star of the more than 12 menu options. The new restaurant is in Hotel Indigo Albufeira.

The name says it all: at Fran GO!, it’s all about chicken. The iconic grilled Frango da Guia, typical of the Algarve, is a must-have on the menu (€19.00), which follows a simple premise: cook chicken to perfection using a variety of recipes and culinary techniques.

One of the most unexpected dishes is a savory waffle with crispy chicken, bacon, cheese, and citrus ketchup (€15.50). The popular German schnitzel is also on the menu (€9.50), as is a brioche bun burger with pickles oozing with mayo and gouda cheese (€12.50).

There are also about a dozen sharing options. Everything can be eaten by hand—except the steaming ramen, made with a bone broth base and noodles, topped with mushrooms, spinach, corn, and slow-cooked egg (€13.50).

In a more casual approach, diners can “pick” different chicken parts to find their favorite. For wing lovers, there are two versions: one with the house’s special spice mix (€7.50), and another for more aromatic tastes, marinated in soy, garlic, and ginger (€8.50).

Other options include fried chicken drumettes (from €7.50 for three units), roasted chicken skin that’s so crispy it crackles, served with guacamole and pico de gallo (€6.00), and popcorn chicken, small fried breast bites (€7.00), perfect for pairing with cocktails, sangrias, or beer—like actual popcorn.

There are also drumettes in the form of Brazil’s famous “coxinhas”—teardrop-shaped croquettes filled with shredded, creamy chicken (€10.50)—and skewers with a smoky, sweet-and-sour glaze (€5.50). For more distant culinary influences, Fran GO! serves steamed baos with sweet-and-sour chicken and homemade pickles (€8.50), and DIY tacos with ingredients brought to the table.

To add even more flavor, there’s a selection of sauces and sides—from lighter ones like corn on the cob (€4.50) and tomato salad (€4.50) to indulgent ones like golden, crispy fries (€4.50).

For dessert, eggs become a key ingredient once again, and the Algarve remains the main inspiration.

Regional oranges star in two of the four options: the orange roll (€6.50) and a taco filled with orange curd, vanilla cream, and cornflakes (€9.50).

The creamy cheesecake with somen keiran dough (€7.50) is a modern take on the rich Dom Rodrigo, while the golden marzipan egg with whipped cream and kataifi dough, plated to resemble a nest, recalls the traditional Doce Fino from the Algarve.

With both indoor seating and an outdoor terrace, Fran GO! offers a relaxed and lively vibe, just like its mascot, Fran, a cheeky and friendly chicken whose image decorates the space.

Details:

• You can find the full menu here.
• Reservations: via phone (+351 912 531 258) or email (albufeira@fran-go.com)
• Address: Rua Cândido dos Reis N12, 8200-179 Albufeira
• Opening hours: every day from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM