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$ | Chiado |
Dating from 1905, Lisbon’s most famous café maintains its dazzling art deco interior, though you'll probably prefer to take a quick peek and then settle in at one of the handful of tables outside to watch the lively street scenes unfold. The coffee no longer comes exclusively from the former colony that gave the place its name, but it still serves some of the best in town, alongside tasty cakes, pastries, and artfully-presented fish and seafood dishes.
Rua Garrett 120--122, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-445, Portugal
Known For
- Prime location for people-watching
- Long history of serving excellent coffee and snacks
- Tasty sharing plates
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$$$ | Belém |
When you eat at this restaurant—situated in the luxurious Palácio do Governador and named for the Roman amphorae uncovered beneath the site—you'll feel as if you're dining in the vaulted halls of a castle. There's nothing old-fashioned about the food though: Chef Vera Silva has created a spectacular menu of dishes that combine traditional ingredients with modern techniques.
R. Bartolomeu Dias 117, Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
Known For
- Beautifully presented dishes
- Good advice on wine pairings
- Incredible desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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$$ | Chiado |
This restaurant's name translates to "There's Fish Here," and make no mistake: it's one of the top places in town to savor the catch of the day served fried, grilled, or roasted. Dinner attracts a youngish crowd who enjoy solid options like cuttlefish with black rice and saffron mayonnaise. The dining room is also a classic, set beneath wide arches.
Rua da Trindade 18A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-468, Portugal
Known For
- Fresh fish from the coast near Lisbon
- Affordable lunch specials
- Boozy dessert options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Sat.
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$$$ | Chiado |
José Avillez, one of the city's most distinguished chefs, has created his own foodie "neighborhood" incorporating a range of dining styles. For formal meals, there's the spectacular Páteo (a wrought-iron balcony encircles the room, which is illuminated by an enormous skylight) and a more casual tavern called Taberna (the kind of place where haunches of ham hang over the bar). Then there's Pizzaria Lisboa, where the thin-crust pies are prepared with great care; and Mini Bar, a secluded and dimly-lit spot for intimate drinks and small plates for sharing.
Rua Nova da Trindade 18, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-303, Portugal
Known For
- Showcase for Lisbon's most renowned chef
- Great attention to detail
- Tasting menus
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
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$$ | Rossío |
The cool, colorful restaurant on the ground floor of the Internacional Design Hotel in the heart of the Baixa is as cheeky and irreverent as its name suggests. Expect the unexpected on the menu, which takes the country's culinary traditions on fantastic flights of fancy in dishes like octopus with sweet potato, Bourbon, kimchi, and black garlic. The restaurant and the adjoining bar welcome non-guests.
Rua Betesga 3, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-090, Portugal
Known For
- Innovative and eclectic dinner menu
- Playful interior design
- Bar serving potent cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
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$$$$ | Chiado |
With two Michelin stars, Belcanto is another jewel in the crown of celebrity chef José Avillez and is one of Lisbon's most celebrated restaurants. Widely credited with putting Avillez (and Portuguese cuisine) on the culinary world stage, the restaurant uses the latest gastronomic techniques to update traditional dishes. The dining room is just as refined, with every course placed before you with a flourish by an expert staff.
Rua Serpa Pinto 10A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-445, Portugal
Known For
- Tasting menus and chef's table experience
- Huge list of the finest regional wines
- Witty presentations
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential
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$$$$ | Bairro Alto |
Celebrated Sarajevo-born chef Ljubomir Stanisic has earned awards not just for his unconventional approach to food, but also for the slick design of his restaurants. At Bistro 100 Maneiras, expect to be wowed by the thoughtful redesign of a handsome art deco building as well as by the ever-changing menu and the expertly crafted cocktails.
Largo da Trindade 9, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-459, Portugal
Known For
- A passion project for Lisbon's famous "rock and roll" chef
- Small plates made with the finest ingredients
- Stays busy until late at night
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed., Reservations essential
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$ | Alcântara |
Once a staff canteen serving hearty Portuguese dishes to factory workers, Cantina LX has incorporated elements of its original 1870s incarnation into today’s industrial-chic space. Adventurous eaters enjoy the grilled rabbit, lamb, and octopus dishes, but there are always vegetarian options too.
Rua Rodrigues Faria 103, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1300-501, Portugal
Known For
- Famously good grilled octopus
- Outdoor seating in LX Factory
- Vegetarian options like seitan burgers
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$ | Martin Moniz |
A beloved local institution, Cantinho do Aziz is one of the best places in Lisbon to try African cuisine. The interior is cozy and welcoming, but in the summer you'll want to take a seat at one of the tables on the cobblestones outside. The menu at the low-key, relaxed spot features fragrant and spicy dishes like bakra (spicy lamb ribs) or prawns cooked with okra and coconut milk. There's always at least one vegan dish, and the homemade hot sauce will have you reaching for an ice cold beer or glass of wine.
Rua de São Lourenço 5, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-530, Portugal
Known For
- Delicious dishes like nhama (beef with manioc, okra, and coconut)
- Homemade spicy hot pepper sauce
- Lively yet relaxed outdoor seating area
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$ | Avenida da Liberdade |
Originally a social club for the people hailing from the region of Alentejo, this hidden restaurant is found on the upper floor of a Moorish-style building from the 1800s. There's a formal dining room serving classic northern Portuguese dishes like carne de porco à alentejana (pork with clams), and a relaxed terrace specializing in petiscos and very affordable jugs of house wine.
Rua Portas de Santo Antão 58, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1150-268, Portugal
Known For
- Local favorite
- Beautiful tiled interior courtyard
- Pleasant outdoor area for relaxed drinking and dining
Restaurant Details
Reservations recommended for formal dining room
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$$$ | Avenida da Liberdade |
Lisbon’s beer halls tend to be noisy, crowded places, but those looking for more sophisticated atmosphere should head to this upscale eatery with towering murals and handsome wood paneling tucked inside the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade hotel. You'll find traditional fish or meat dishes listed on the menu, and they’re served with flair by an attentive staff.
Av. da Liberdade 185, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1269-050, Portugal
Known For
- Impeccably presented dishes
- Impressive lists of wines and local beers
- Vegan options
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$$ | Lapa |
Although the name suggests it's only open to members of the press, the Brazilian-owned Journalists' Club is an excellent restaurant open to everyone. It has a cozy dining room lined with azulejo tiles, but in the summer everyone usually heads straight to the pleasant garden and plops down at one of the umbrella-shaded tables.
Rua das Trinas 129, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-857, Portugal
Known For
- Classic 18th-century interior
- Creative menu incorporating European, Brazilian, and pan-Asian influences
- Tempting desserts and homemade ice creams
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Recommended
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$$ | Príncipe Real |
Tropical blues, greens, and yellows make this dining room a standout, as does the lively soundtrack coming from the speakers and the excellent dishes from northeast Brazil. Enjoy a classic feijoada (rich black bean and meat stew), sip a potent caipirinha, and finish your meal with a passionfruit mousse or fresh tropical fruit.
Calçada Engenheiro Miguel Pais 39, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-172, Portugal
Known For
- South American favorites like feijoada and moqueca (prawn dish made with coconut milk)
- Vegetarian menu with options like palm heart moqueca
- Intimate space with lively atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Reservations essential
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$$$$ | Marquês de Pombal |
The name for the upscale restaurant at Lisbon’s Four Seasons Hotel Ritz comes from the Portuguese word curadoria (curatorship), and head chef Pedro Pena Bastos does indeed apply a curator's attention to detail in choosing the ingredients for his three tasting menus. Whether you pick the Meia Cura (eight courses), Origins (12 courses) or the vegetarian Raízes menu (eight courses), expect beautifully presented small dishes that turn super-fresh seasonal ingredients into edible works of art. There are a-la-carte options Tuesday through Thursday, but the tasting menus are where the magic really lies. The restaurant has earned a Michelin star, as well as glowing reviews in Portuguese press.
R. Rodrigo da Fonseca 88, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1070-051, Portugal
Known For
- Open kitchen
- Fresh flavors and locally sourced ingredients
- In-house pastry chef
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential
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$$ | Baixa |
Occupying a corner of one of downtown’s grandest squares, Delfina Cantina Portuguesa bills itself as an upscale Portuguese deli. It's the house restaurant at the chic AlmaLusa boutique hotel, but all are welcome to enjoy the tapas-style small plates throughout the day and night, as well as more substantial meals like bacalhau à brás (rich shredded cod).
Praça do Município 21, Lisbon, Lisbon, Praça do Município 21, Portugal
Known For
- Great location overlooking a monumental square
- Traditional vegetarian sharing plates like green beans in tempura batter
- Deliciously rich flour-free chocolate cake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations accepted
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$$$ | Amoreiras |
A long-time foodie favorite with a cool, contemporary design, this restaurant has undergone many changes over the decades but continues to impress with its food, drink, and attentive service. Alongside the fish and meat dishes that dominate the menu, there are sophisticated petiscos (appetizers) available from 3 pm. Diners can choose to eat in the handsome dining room or outside on the pretty, tiled terrace.
Travessa das Amoreiras 1, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1250-231, Portugal
Known For
- Romantic tiled terrace
- Contemporary Portuguese cuisine
- Servers that know the wine list inside and out
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential
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$$$$ | Belém |
Expect culinary wizardry at this award-winning restaurant headed by acclaimed chef André Cruz, who honed his talents in Portugal and South America. There's no à la carte menu, but diners can take their pick from traditional or vegetarian tasting menus of seven or nine courses each.
Doca do Bom Successo, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1400-038, Portugal
Known For
- Inventive set menus
- Dazzling dining room that's a great backdrop for the food
- Expert advice on wine pairings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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$$ | Intendente |
The unpretentious bar-restaurant at trendy 1908 Lisboa Hotel is as stylish as the design hotel itself. The space has been tastefully designed to make the most of its historical building with a striking tiled floor, high ceilings, an exposed metal staircase, and windows on three sides. A pleasant place for brunch, lunch, or dinner, the eclectic menu features seafood, meat, and vegetarian options, many with Asian influences. There's a dedicated kids' menu, too.
Largo do Intendente Pina Manique 4, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-285, Portugal
Known For
- Modern, Asian-influenced menu
- Contemporary decor and photo-worthy food presentation
- Famous weekend brunch
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$$$$ | Estrela |
This slick, Michelin-starred restaurant offers tantalizing tasting menus by chef Alexandre Silva, who changes them frequently so he can take advantage of the freshest seasonal ingredients. Occasionally, he invites other top chefs from Lisbon and beyond to create special one-night-only menus in the dramatic open kitchen.
Rua dos Navegantes 53B, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-730, Portugal
Known For
- Tasting menus only
- High-quality yet little-known Portuguese wines
- Gorgeous interior design
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Essential
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$$ | Alfama |
The terrace at the chic Memmo Alfama Hotel has some of the neighborhood's best views, with tables and chairs arranged around a small infinity pool overlooking the city and the river. The menu centers around tapas-style small plates—the selection of Portuguese cheeses and meats, served with a basket of fresh-baked bread, is a good place to start.
Travessa das Merceeiras 27, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-348, Portugal
Known For
- Popular weekend brunch
- Fantastic sunset views
- Creative house cocktails