Bioma Restaurant in Lajes do Pico received One Repsol Sun in the 2026 Repsol Guide Portugal. Bioma was one of two Pico Island restaurants to earn One Sun in this edition, marking the island’s arrival in the guide alongside Latitude.
What did the Repsol Guide highlight about Bioma?
The guide describes how chefs Rafael Ávila Melo and Franco Pinilla turn author-driven cooking into a discovery of Pico’s territory. Ingredients come from the ocean, the local fish market, nearby gardens and small farms, bringing the island’s diversity into each tasting menu.
The profile also points to dishes that combine technique, creativity and local produce, as well as elements developed at the restaurant itself, including house-made mustard and a new organic garden with herbs, vegetables and fruit trees.
This perspective is closely aligned with Bioma’s mission: to create an Azorean gastronomic experience through local ingredients, traditional knowledge, innovation and a responsible relationship with nature.
What does One Repsol Sun mean?
Repsol Suns are the gastronomic distinctions awarded by the Repsol Guide. In the 2026 Portuguese edition, Bioma joined the group of restaurants recognised with One Sun. It is a Repsol Guide distinction and should not be confused with a Michelin star or any other rating system.
For travellers researching restaurants on Pico Island, inclusion in the guide provides a current, independent reference. It also helps present Pico not only as a destination for nature and wine, but as an island with nationally recognised gastronomic experiences.
Explore Bioma’s tasting menus
Bioma offers three main experiences. Azorean Table is a five-course introduction. Azorean Roots explores island ingredients and culinary stories through nine courses. The Chef’s Table provides direct contact with the chefs and the preparation of a longer menu for a very limited number of guests.
Explore the menus and Azorean dining experiences and check current availability on the official reservations page. Guests who want to stay next to the restaurant can also discover Bioma Adega.
Frequently asked questions
How many Repsol Suns does Bioma have?
Bioma received One Repsol Sun in the 2026 Repsol Guide Portugal.
Is a Repsol Sun the same as a Michelin star?
No. They are distinctions from different guides with their own systems. Bioma received One Sun from the Repsol Guide.
Where can guests book?
Reservations and current availability are available through Bioma’s official reservations page.