The Ao Caranguejo is an Portuguese restaurant located directly opposite the main square of Santa Maria on the main touristic road.

The restaurant has a narrow galley entrance with small dining tables aligning the wall before opening out to the main restaurant area.

The menu has something for everyone such as the seafood specialties, classic pasta, Cape Verdean cuisine, meat dishes and of course an extensive choice of pizzas. There is also an opportunity to enjoy a bottle of wine or a glass of local Cape Verdean beer.

Ao Caranguejo is a great place to enjoy a good value meal in a central Santa Maria location.