Banana Museum cafe

Estr. de Santo Antonio 2, Ponta do Sol, Portugal
$$$ Cafe
(157 Reviews)
Price Range €5–10

If you find yourself in Ponta do Sol, Madeira, the Banana Museum Cafe is a delightful destination that brings together the unique charm of a local café and the fascinating history of one of Madeira's staple products – the banana. Nestled amidst lush banana plantations, this quaint café is not just a place to grab a bite; it’s an immersive experience celebrating the island's agricultural heritage.

The inviting atmosphere enveloped in the sweet scent of ripening bananas immediately makes you feel at home. Picture yourself sitting under the gentle sway of banana trees, enjoying a blissful moment with friends or family. The cafe offers a mouthwatering selection of banana-infused treats that will tempt your palate and excite your senses.

Indulge in their signature banana cake, a decadent slice that feels like a warm hug with every bite, or savor the delightful banana pie, where the creamy filling meets a buttery crust that melts in your mouth. Having a craving for something refreshing? Make sure to try their delightful banana milkshake, a creamy, frosty concoction that perfectly balances sweetness with a smooth texture. While some visitors have mistakenly come seeking banana bread, rest assured, the café's offerings are a hit, inspiring rave reviews!

What truly sets the Banada Museum Cafe apart is the chance to sip on a unique cultural artifact – banana beer. As noted by guests, this refreshing drink is particularly pleasant on a warm day, making it an ideal companion to your meal. Imagine sipping on a cold glass of banana wheat beer after savoring your delectable pastry, letting the flavors entwine on your palate. It's a tasting experience that encapsulates the essence of Madeira in every sip.

Many visitors have shared glowing reviews about their experiences, emphasizing the friendly staff and the captivating mini-museum showcasing the history and significance of bananas in Madeira's agricultural landscape. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a journey into the island's past.

With affordable prices and the opportunity to enjoy a three-course meal featuring a hearty banana, a slice of the famous banana cake, and a refreshing banana beer for only €6, the Banana Museum Cafe does not just feed your body but also nourishes your curiosity and sense of adventure.

Plan a visit to the Banana Museum Cafe for a unique culinary experience that blends delicious flavors with rich history, right in the heart of Madeira's banana plantations. You won’t just walk away with a full stomach but also a happy heart and memorable experiences to cherish.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery
Takeaway
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Quick bite
Spirits
Dining options
Breakfast
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

157 Reviews
Tibor Diamant

16 Sep 2025

This museum is a must visit place in Madeira. Very friendly staff. Gives you an opportunity to take a very delicious banana beer. The museum give you a glimpse into the past of Madeira and its agriculture.

N J

17 Aug 2025

we only went to the cafe, which was a cute and surrounded by banana trees. We had a banana cake, banana pie and banana milkshakes which were all very tasty. We actually came to eat banana bread, which we read about here in the reviews, but they do not and never had banana bread, I think people mistook banana cake for banana bread..

Rajesh Nair

12 Aug 2025

Great cafe in the middle of the banana plantations. So many vatieties of pastry, liqueur and other products based on bananas . The banana wheat beer is lovely on a hot day

Ra

07 Aug 2025

Amazing place,small museum with plantation and coffie bar. Museum is small,but very well and modernly arranged exhibition.

Brendan Twomey

24 Jul 2025

A three course meal of a banana (free), banana bread (yum!) and a little banana beer (6 2% ABV and very nice indeed) for €6.

Ana Rafaela Estorillio Rondon

05 Jul 2025

Amazing coffee, banana bread and banana cake. They have everything that you can imagine with banana, including banana beer! (We haven’t tried the banana beer as we went for breakfast). You can also help yourself to some bananas. I highly recommend recommend the banana bread and the banana cake. Both spectacular! We got one of each and two coffees and we spent €13.

GK K

26 Jun 2025

Such a fun little museum with a beautiful plantation. You get to pick your own bananas to try. The service in the cafe was wonderful. I'd recommend the banana milkshake!

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