According to a source from the Algarve Civil Protection Sub-regional Command, the fire alert was given shortly after midnight, and the restaurant is described as being “completely burnt down”.

“The restaurant, built in wood, was closed and with no one inside,” said the same source.


The causes of the fire are unknown and are being investigated by police authorities, he added.

Credits: Supplied Image; Author: Elle von Schuler;

25 Civil Protection elements were involved in fighting the flames, supported by nine vehicles.

Credits: Supplied Image; Author: Elle von Schuler;

Reports on social media claim that the restaurant that has burnt down was called Paraíso.