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$$ | Chiado |
This restaurant's name translates to "There's Fish Here," and make no mistake: it's one of the top places in town to savor the catch of the day served fried, grilled, or roasted. Dinner attracts a youngish crowd who enjoy solid options like cuttlefish with black rice and saffron mayonnaise. The dining room is also a classic, set beneath wide arches.
Rua da Trindade 18A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-468, Portugal
Known For
- Fresh fish from the coast near Lisbon
- Affordable lunch specials
- Boozy dessert options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Sat.
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$$ | 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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$$ | Lapa |
Although the name suggests it's only open to members of the press, the Brazilian-owned Journalists' Club is an excellent restaurant open to everyone. It has a cozy dining room lined with azulejo tiles, but in the summer everyone usually heads straight to the pleasant garden and plops down at one of the umbrella-shaded tables.
Rua das Trinas 129, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-857, Portugal
Known For
- Classic 18th-century interior
- Creative menu incorporating European, Brazilian, and pan-Asian influences
- Tempting desserts and homemade ice creams
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Recommended
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$$ | 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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$$ | Baixa |
Occupying a corner of one of downtown’s grandest squares, Delfina Cantina Portuguesa bills itself as an upscale Portuguese deli. It's the house restaurant at the chic AlmaLusa boutique hotel, but all are welcome to enjoy the tapas-style small plates throughout the day and night, as well as more substantial meals like bacalhau à brás (rich shredded cod).
Praça do Município 21, Lisbon, Lisbon, Praça do Município 21, Portugal
Known For
- Great location overlooking a monumental square
- Traditional vegetarian sharing plates like green beans in tempura batter
- Deliciously rich flour-free chocolate cake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations accepted
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$$ | 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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$$ | Alfama |
The terrace at the chic Memmo Alfama Hotel has some of the neighborhood's best views, with tables and chairs arranged around a small infinity pool overlooking the city and the river. The menu centers around tapas-style small plates—the selection of Portuguese cheeses and meats, served with a basket of fresh-baked bread, is a good place to start.
Travessa das Merceeiras 27, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-348, Portugal
Known For
- Popular weekend brunch
- Fantastic sunset views
- Creative house cocktails
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$$ | Baixa |
Fans are adamant that this longtime favorite serves the best ceviche outside Peru, and it's hard to argue with that. The bartender mixes up excellent pisco sours, too.
Rua dos Bacalhoeiros 26A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-070, Portugal
Known For
- South American favorites like ceviche and empanadas
- Vegetarian options
- Attention to detail in preparation and presentation
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$$ | Avenida da Liberdade |
This restaurant facing the courtyard of the Hotel Valverde focuses on contemporary Portuguese cuisine reinterpreted by the chef. Its brunch and afternoon tea is popular among locals who work nearby and those looking for a more intimate spot.
Av. da Liberdade 164, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1250–146, Portugal
Known For
- Different menus for different times of the day
- Sophisticated vintage decor
- Signature cocktails
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$$ | Bairro Alto |
In this traditional restaurant, one of the oldest in Lisbon, the courteous staff serve up Portuguese classics and pair them with one of the 600 choices on the wine list. In the charmingly old-fashioned dining room, bottles are on display like works of art.
Travessa da Queimada 22, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-143, Portugal
Known For
- Late-night spot (open until 2 am)
- Excellent wine pairing advice
- Expertly grilled fish
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$$ | Bairro Alto |
The intimate, dimly lit space and musical backdrop of tinkling jazz make a memorable setting for sampling delicious versions of traditional Portuguese food and drink. Standouts on the menu include possibly the creamiest bacalhau à brás (codfish mixed with egg and matchstick potatoes) in Lisbon, and a photo-worthy flaming choriço. The wine list is good, with a crowd-pleasing vinho verde and notable whites from the Alentejo. Bring cash, as international cards are not accepted.
Rua do Diário de Notícias 95, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-334, Portugal
Known For
- Good sharing plates and cocktails
- Memorabilia on the walls
- Jazz theme
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch., Reservations recommended
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There's a decent range of gin-based cocktails and light meals at Boca do Vento (literally, Mouth of the Wind), but the views are the real stars of the show. Perched high above the river Tagus, at the breezy entrance to the elevator that zips people between Almada Velha and the riverfront, it's a spectacular place for late afternoon drinks on the terrace.
Largo da Boca do Vento, Almada, Setúbal, 440-6981, Portugal
Known For
- Afternoon cocktails
- Small bites
- River views
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed after 7 pm
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The largest of Cacilhas's many marisqueiras (traditional seafood restaurants), Cabrinha has been doing a roaring business among locals and out-of-towners since 1978. Crustaceans of all shapes and sizes are priced by weight, while steaks, grilled fish, and the famous seafood stew will satisfy a hearty appetite without blowing the budget.
Beco Bom Sucesso 4, Cacilhas, Setúbal, 2800-267, Portugal
Known For
- Brisk, friendly service
- Lobster and giant prawns
- Tasty seafood rice
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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$$ | Chiado |
The tables outside this reliable café are the perfect place to watch the old trams go by, while an interior reading room offers a quiet space to relax with a book and a meal or snack. Less touristy than some of the others nearby, it still attracts artists from the neighboring theaters who stop for a drink.
Largo do Picadeiro 10–12, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-330, Portugal
Known For
- Coveted seats on the shaded terrace
- Creative salads and small plates
- Perfect spot for an afternoon glass of wine
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$$ | Baixa |
The Portuguese take their canned fish seriously. Find out what all the fuss is about at this funky restaurant where the chefs incorporate canned goods into all manner of dishes—it sounds gimmicky, but the results are delicious.
Praça do Comércio 82--83, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1100-148, Portugal
Known For
- Sophisticated canned food
- Prime location facing Terreiro do Paço
- Artsy ambience and great cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed from 7 pm daily
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$$ | Intendente |
This traditional cervejaria (which literally translates to "beer house") is one of the most famous places in Lisbon to eat well-priced, fresh seafood. The atmosphere is casual, frenetic, and buzzy—the restaurant's popularity and no-reservations policy means there's almost always a wait for tables, so it's best to arrive early.
Av. Almirante Reis 1, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1150-007, Portugal
Known For
- Garlic shrimp
- Fresh lobster
- No-reservations policy
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Aug.
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$$ | Príncipe Real |
Today it's a lively spot for petiscos and cocktails, but Casa Faz Frio was once the location for secret political meetings (and romantic trysts) thanks to its secluded gabinetes (booths). It's been given a top-to-toe overhaul, but retains its paneled booths, tiled floors, and other details from its more than 150 years of history. Light dishes such as chilled tomato soup and tapas-style plates for sharing make for sociable dining in a cozy bar-restaurant.
Rua de Dom Pedro V 96–98, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1250-095, Portugal
Known For
- Social atmosphere
- Tapas-style plates
- Cozy booths
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations recommended
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$$ | Bairro Alto |
There’s an enormous array of top-quality Portuguese cheeses, wines, and petiscos on the menu at Grapes & Bites. Nightly live sets from talented local and international solo artists add an extra dash of panache to the proceedings.
Rua do Norte 85, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1200-284, Portugal
Known For
- Vegetarian options like mushroom or asparagus risotto
- Renowned shellfish and octopus dishes
- Huge range of small plates for sharing
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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Located next to the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, this is largely considered Lisbon’s best burger joint. It serves American-style burgers, and there’s a new one on the menu every month, plus a vegetarian option.
Av. António Augusto de Aguiar 148A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1050-021, Portugal
Known For
- 100% Black Angus burgers
- American-style milk shakes
- Craft beers
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$$ | Avenidas Novas |
For cod dishes prepared with great pride, come to this restaurant that's been specializing in all things bacalhau since 1976. Chef and owner António Pereira learned to cook in the former Portuguese colony of Mozambique, so expect a few Mozambican dishes alongside excellent renderings of Portuguese favorites like bacalhau à brás (creamy shredded cod with egg and potatoes).
Av. Conde Valbom 71A, Lisbon, Lisbon, 1050-067, Portugal
Known For
- Bacalhau à brás
- Grilled meat and fish
- Live fado on Thursday evening