Since then, this building has been used for various purposes: quartering of the British troops, the military police and the Funchal Lancers Squad. It sheltered victims of the massive floods of 1803 and until recently was used for cultural purposes. The Contemporary Art Museum was located there until it recently moved to another stunning location in Calheta. Nowadays, the Fort is known as an event venue and is known for the restaurant located at the entrance of the fortress:
Restaurante do Forte
Restaurante do Forte is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Funchal, serving Mediterranean, European, Contemporary and Portuguese food. The restaurant introduces itself online as “a rare encounter between history, architecture and gastronomy”.