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23 of the best restaurants in Lisbon to try

By Abigail Malbon

There’s no denying that some of the best restaurants in Lisbon are the most talked-about in Europe right now. Before the pandemic hit in 2020, the city was on a roll with new openings – Prado opened in late-2017, while 100 Manieras came in 2019 – but Covid slowed growth for many eateries. Nearly three years on, recovery is back on track and 2022 saw bigger strides than ever in cementing the city as a food hotspot, helped immensely by new crowds descending upon the cobbled streets once more. The good news is, the openings aren't set to slow down any time soon.

So, where should you eat in Lisbon? Before I visited the city for the first time, I knew very little of Portuguese cuisine (aside from pastel de natas , of course) – but now, having been lucky enough to know the city intimately and learn its traditions, I am a keen champion of everything on offer, whether that's traditional dishes or a new twist. Most people visiting Lisbon will want to try some form of traditional food at one of the city’s tascas – typical casual eateries serving very local dishes such as bacalhau (salted cod) and prego or bifana (beef or pork sandwiches). Those who are more familiar with the city or want to experience everything on offer, might prefer one of the many modern or Michelin-starred restaurants on offer.

Just like the city itself, Lisbon’s food scene is varied and exciting – and you can go from knocking back ginjinha (cherry liqueur) with locals to sipping wine at a tasting menu within the space of 24 hours. Whatever you’re looking for, these are the Lisbon restaurants I have personally tried and tested, and would recommend to anyone visiting the city (in no particular order).

How we choose the best restaurants in Lisbon

Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a  Condé Nast Traveller  journalist who knows the destination and has eaten at that restaurant. When choosing restaurants, our editors consider both high end and affordable eateries that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We're always looking for stand-out dishes, a great location and warm service – as well as serious sustainability credentials. We update this list regularly as new restaurants open and existing ones evolve.

Best Lisbon restaurant for: impeccable flavours

The Bairro Alto Hotel is one of the best hotels in Lisbon , and while hotel restaurants can be hit or miss, BAHR is a triumph. The decor – all curved ceilings, cosy corners and oversized wooden bar – is immediately welcoming, but some diners may prefer to skip the interiors and instead dine on the terrace, with a view of the city and Tagus river. Either way, your attention will soon be drawn back in by the menu which features a twist on classic Portuguese cuisine, resulting in dishes such as garlicky grilled squid with runner beans and turnip, raw beef ‘pica-pau’ taco with just a hint of pineapple and buttery wild turbot with green kale sauce and chorizo – the latter of which comes highly recommended. For post- or pre-dinner cocktails, head to the hotel's new 18.68 cocktail bar for art deco-style interiors and an inventive list from head bartender Tiago Santos, which is inspired by the building's history as a former fire station.

Price range : ££ Where? Bairro Alto  Address : Praça Luís de Camões nº 2, 1200-243 Lisboa Website : bahr.pt   Should I book? Yes

2. O Velho Eurico

Best Lisbon restaurant for: hanging with the locals

Walking into O Velho Eurico almost feels like you’ve stumbled upon a local secret; until you see the queue forming, that is. What was once a quiet local tasca, hidden in a corner on the way to São Jorge Castle, is now filled to the brim every night with locals and tourists keen to enjoy a twist on classic Portuguese dishes. The menu has some mainstays, such as  bacalhau  (salted cod) and  polvo  (octopus), but dishes are updated or changed relatively recently; on my most recent visit, I was particularly taken with the  pastel de leitão (suckling pig pastry) and  Borrego e castanhas  (lamb and chestnuts). Best enjoyed with a group of friends so you can order at least one of everything, settle in for the evening and soak up the fun, relaxed atmosphere alongside the young chefs and owners.

Price range : £ Where? Central, near São Jorge Castle Address : Largo São Cristóvão nº3, 1100-179 Lisboa Website : @ovelhoeurico on Instagram Should I book? Yes (in advance) via the email listed on their Instagram page

3. Belcanto

Best Lisbon restaurant for: a special occasion

Recently awarded number 46 on the annual list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants , Belcanto was the first restaurant in Lisbon to earn two Michelin stars. Chef Jose Avillez is practically a celebrity in Lisbon, so expectations are high – and Belcanto doesn't disappoint. Interiors are chic and grand, without feeling stuffy. Meanwhile, service is impeccable; the wait staff are friendly but not overbearing, and share information about each dish without disturbing your evening. 

Diners can choose from three tasting menus, or a la carte – but the former is the real treat. The Evolution menu combines Portuguese flavours with new textures; expect plump scarlet shrimp served in a curry sauce with apple, delicate minced squid housed in incredibly crunchy roasted chicken skin and perfectly-cooked crispy suckling pig with puffed potatoes, all served with impeccable Portuguese wines, should you opt for the wine pairing. If you want to splurge on one of the best meals in Lisbon, this is the place to go. 

Price range : ££££ Where? Bairro Alto Address : R. Serpa Pinto 10A, 1200-026 Lisboa Website : belcanto.pt Should I book? Yes

4. Ofício Tasco Atípico

Best Lisbon restaurant for: unique dishes

The newly-reopened Ofício is so popular with locals that it’s booked up weeks in advance, but it’s well worth trying to get hold of a table to sample the inventive cuisine and soak up the fun atmosphere. The menu has more ‘must-try dishes’ than most in the city; the Alheira sausage croquette, which hides a runny quail’s egg at its centre like a Portuguese version of a scotch egg, is impeccable, while crispy crackling and stuffed spider crab from the Algarve shouldn’t be missed. No meal is complete, though, without a slice (or whole, if you can manage it) of the cheese tart; a dense, slightly sweet and entirely creamy dessert dreamt up during the second lockdown by chef Hugo Candeias.

Despite the fact that they're full to the brim with diners, staff will be only too happy to talk passionately about the flavours and ingredients in the dishes, or share a wine pairing recommendation – make the most of their knowledge and pick their brains as they bring your plates.

Price range : ££ Where? Bairro Alto Address : R. Nova da Trindade 11k, 1200-301 Lisboa Website : oficio-restaurant Should I book? Yes, in advance

Best Lisbon restaurant for: a small but perfectly-formed menu

There’s something incredibly satisfying about wandering the streets of a new city and finding a great eatery, and this little-known secret is one I’m only too willing to share. Hidden away on a residential street in the Anjos area of Lisbon, Trinca is a modern small plates restaurant in a traditional building. Serving up world dishes heavily inspired by South American, Japanese and, of course, Portuguese cuisines, diners can expect dishes such as prawn ceviche, birria tacos and Katsu sandos. The wine selection is also excellent, and the friendly and passionate staff help to make an evening here feel like a night with friends, even if you’re solo dining.

Price range : £ Where? Anjos Address : Rua dos Anjos 59C, 1150-034 Lisboa Website: @restaurantetrinca on Instagram Should I book? Yes, via their Instagram page

Best Lisbon restaurant for: creative cooking

There’s no shortage of tasting menus available in Lisbon, but few offer the creativity of SEM; where dishes are created specifically to combat food waste, and ingredients are chosen according to seasonality, and to support local farmers. Jars of fermented tomatoes, peppers and artichokes line the walls alongside bottles of natural wine and syrups created for cocktails, and from the minute you sit down you'll be absolutely intrigued.

Fortunately, there's not a single dish that could disappoint; whether it's egg white garum crunch, which somehow manages to transform regular egg white into something completely new (like a cross between tempura and a really delicious crisp) or sourdough bread served with leftover sourdough bread miso butter (truly wondrous) everything is memorable. And while ingredients are undoubtedly sophisticated and dishes are beautifully presented, this is an extremely affordable tasting menu compared with other local offerings. Add the wine pairing to put the cherry on top.

Price range : ££ Where? Alfama Address : R. das Escolas Gerais 120, 1100-220 Lisboa Website: restaurantsem.com Should I book? Yes

7. Casa Reîa

Best Lisbon restaurant for: beachside dining

Is there a better setting for a restaurant than the beachfront? While the city has endless foodie options, there's something extra special about dining with the sound of the waves, and this new opening has taken that sunshine feeling and enhanced it, with rattan furniture, friendly staff and fresh flavours. Start with oysters (of course), and move on to sharing plates; zucchini baba-ganoush with mint and raspberries, Seabass sashimi with green apple, celery and fennel and a green summer salad with nectarines, yellow zucchini and smoked chickpeas. The seafood rice, with juicy prawns and chunks of octopus, is the stand-out dish on the menu from chefs Dario Costa and Udi Barkan and Pedro Henrique Lima. Best of all, the restaurant spills onto the sands, so you can head towards the water after your meal with a cocktail in hand. 

Price range : £££ Where? Costa da Caparica Address : Praia da Cabana do Pescador, 2825-491 Costa da Caparica Website : casareia.com Should I book? Yes

8. Cervejaria Ramiro

Best Lisbon restaurant for: seafood

When Anthony Bourdain visited Ramiro in 2013 during filming for his show  No Reservations , he turned the local  cervejaria  (beer bar) into a must-visit restaurant for tourists and locals. Despite the name, Ramiro serves up truly incredible seafood, including lobster, prawns and crab – all served by the kilogram (and therefore best enjoyed with a larger group). Most diners skip dessert and instead opt for a  Prego  – a beef sandwich served with mustard – which is, to this day, the best I’ve ever tasted in Lisbon.

The restaurant covers three floors, but you should expect to queue before you manage to score a table.

Price range : ££ Where? Intendente Address : Av. Alm. Reis 1 H, 1150-007 Lisboa Website: www.cervejariaramiro.com Should I book? Yes

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Best Lisbon restaurant for: farm-to-table cooking

Prado  is the Portuguese word for “meadow”, and the restaurant applies a local focus on everything they serve thanks to partnerships with local farmers, fishermen and wine producers. This means their menu is proudly 100 per cent Portuguese and features dishes such as pumpkin with whey and toasted butter, fish with lobster emulsion and brioche with white port and chocolate. Before joining Prado, Chef António Galapito worked with hometown hero Nuno Mendes and brings a versatile and varied passion for food that's evident in the menu and beautifully-presented dishes. Ideally you'll want to bring a few friends so that you can sample them all and soak the creative, hip and fun atmosphere as part of a crowd – plus indulge in a bottle of wine or two, with help from the knowledgable sommelier. 

Price range : ££ Where? Santos Address : Tv. Pedras Negras 2, 1100-404 Lisboa Website : pradorestaurante.com Should I book? Yes

10. Magnolia

Best Lisbon restaurant for: small plates

Set on Praça das Flores, a quietly buzzing part of Lisbon where locals have dinner and spill out into the park with glasses of wine to finish their evenings, Magnolia is the type of place that makes you stop and think about how lucky you are to experience Lisbon and its beauty. Opened in 2022, the restaurant's owners are from Brazil and Belgium and bring their love of travel and world flavours to the menu. Dishes are made to be shared, whether that’s creamy camembert in puff pastry with thyme honey, tuna tartare with avocado and mango or moreish croquettes de crevette, and there's a wide selection of local natural wines available to pair.

During the day, Magnolia serves up warming tomato soup with cheese toast, endless coffee and possibly the best pistachio croissant you'll ever have. You might even catch the owners enjoying tea, wine and chatting with the neighbours, if you show up regularly enough.

Price range : ££ Where? Príncipe Real Address : Praça das Flores 43, 1200-192 Lisboa Instagram : @magnolia_lisboa Should I book? Yes

11. Pica-Pau

Best Lisbon restaurant for : classic Portuguese dishes in a modern setting

If you take a local to Pica-Pau, chances are they'll be lost in memories of their childhood as they eat the classic dishes. If you go as a tourist, it's a great place to try Portuguese food in a non-intimidating setting; the restaurant's interiors are modern and minimalistic, with friendly staff and a  creative cocktail list. The pica pau (small pieces of beef in a gravy made with beer, garlic, oil, chilli, and mustard) is, of course, a must-order, but the pasteis de bacalhau (codfish cakes) and wonderfully crunchy and salty, while the polvo à lagareiro (octopus with olive oil, garlic and potatoes) is cooked to perfection. It's also worth noting that the bread for the table is served with gravy for dipping – perfection if ever we saw it. 

Price range : ££ Where? Principe Real Address : R. da Escola Politécnica 27, 1200-244 Lisboa Website : restaurantepicapau.pt Should I book? Walk-ins are available

12. BouBou’s

Best Lisbon restaurant for: tasting menus

Opened in 2018 by couple Agnes and Alexis Bourrat, BouBou’s is a family affair – Alexis’ sister Charlie Bourrat hand-picks wines for the restaurant, while his other sister Louise heads up the kitchen, bringing her rebellious, experimental style to BouBou’s. The result is a fun, casual fine dining restaurant in arguably the most food-focused district in Lisbon. 

If tasting menus are your thing, this one is truly impeccable. Dishes are varied, fun and full of flavour, with a focus on seasonal produce and zero waste. The restaurant isn’t vegetarian, but there’s a tendency to lean toward veggie-heavy dishes – expect sweet potato served with coconut tiger milk and kaffir lime, and a nori taco with kimchi rice and glazed seitan – although it’s one of the few times checking out the menu beforehand isn’t advised, so you can be pleasantly surprised by each dish. The wine pairing is also highly recommended; our sommelier carefully talked us through every glass (all Portuguese, of course), and each was more delicious than the last. Tip: grab a table overlooking the open kitchen to watch the slick kitchen action – and work up more of an appetite. 

Price range : £££ Where? Príncipe Real Address : R. Monte Olivete 32A, 1200-280 Lisboa Website: boubous.com Should I book? Yes

13. A Taberna da Rua das Flores

Best Lisbon restaurant for: traditional Portuguese dishes

Often considered to be one of the best Portuguese restaurants in Lisbon, A Taberna da Rua das Flores is a must-try. The atmosphere is friendly, relaxed and local while the menu is a twist on traditional; order the tuna tataki, sardines on toast and fried eggplant with Madeira honey. You’ll also want to sample the impressive wine list, full of local whites, reds and  vinho verdes . Be warned, though – this restaurant gets busy, so you’ll almost certainly need to put your name on a list when you arrive and come back at a later time, as bookings are unavailable.

Price range : ££ Where? Bairro Alto Address : Rua das Flores 103, 1200-194 Lisboa Website : tberna.com/ Should I book? You can’t, but arriving early is the best way to secure a table

14. Palacio do Grilo

Best Lisbon restaurant for: something totally unique

There’s nothing quite like Palacio do Grilo in Lisbon. If you're the type to gravitate towards new and unexpected experiences when you travel, this 18th century palace should be top of your must-see list.

Parisian Julien Labrousse bought the palacio in 2020, and knew he wanted to do something different. He set to work creating a restaurant in the middle of a living theatre, which highlights the ethereal, and almost spooky nature of the building. Performers parade (or sometimes crawl, or yell) around you as you eat, and there’s a good chance your dish will become almost-forgotten as you watch the show. That's not to say the food isn't memorable; burrata and pumpkin with crispy sage is a stunning way to start the meal, followed by lamb loin with pistachio paloise and goose fat potatoes. Just be sure you leave time after dinner to explore the other rooms in the palace, where you'll find a small discotheque, or a bar serving cocktails to Lisbon's coolest crowds.

Price range : ££ Where? Grilo Address : Calçada do Duque de Lafões 1, 1950-207 Lisboa Website: palaciogrilo.com Should I book? Yes

15. O Frade

Best Lisbon restaurant for: date night

Sitting at a counter overlooking the kitchen, it's not hard to understand why O Frade is a local favourite. The small but perfectly-formed restaurant sits just 18 people inside (with an extra 20 now able to dine outside) and its semi-circular seating means that it naturally feels like an intimate experience, where you have the opportunity to talk with the chefs as they serve their plates, or befriend a fellow diner who might just share a fascinating story. In short, it's a restaurant of opportunities and experiences – a sentiment that becomes clearer when you find that the restaurant now has a second outpost in the ever-popular Time Out market.

The main restaurant, though, is located in Belém, just outside of the city. The owners were inspired by their grandparents who had a restaurant by the same name in the Alentejo since the 1960s, and dishes are hearty Portuguese fare with a modern twist; rissols filled with razor clams, flavoursome rabbit with pickled onions and coriander and a memorable mushroom rice, which is creamy but somehow vegan. Wines are also kept in the family, from their own vineyards in Vila de Frades – be sure to try the excellent white.

Price range : ££ Where? Belém Address : Calçada da Ajuda 14, 1300-598 Lisboa Instagram: @restauranteofrade Should I book? Yes

16. Davvero

Best Lisbon restaurant for: fine dining Italian fare

Good, classic Italian restaurants are still relatively few and far between in Lisbon, so this new opening will be warmly welcomed by locals. Chef Isaac Kumi joined Sublime Lisboa after working for the Cipriani brand, and he brings an obvious passion for ingredients; both local and quality Italian. It's difficult to pick a stand-out dish – starters, mains and puddings are all wonderfully consistent – but steak is cooked to perfection, and the lemon tart is a delicious way to end your meal. 

Price range : ££ Where? Amoreiras Address : R. Marquês de Subserra 10, 1070-012 Lisboa Website : davvero.pt Should I book? For dinner, yes. 

17. Gunpowder Lisboa

Best Lisbon restaurant for: modern Indian cuisine

Londoners will likely know and love Gunpowder, where the brand already has three restaurants. But rather than move to another British city – Manchester, or Birmingham maybe – the brand decided to expand into a different country entirely. Still, opening a Lisbon restaurant makes total sense when you see the menu, which is similar to the British one but with a Mediterranean twist; think Algarve oysters with pickled kachumber, big juicy wild Madagascar prawns with moreish roasted garlic & tomato dressing and grilled stone bass with green coorgi sauce, all available for you to select from the window display of fish. Of course, there are the classics available too – their delicious, crispy prawn toast and show-stopping spicy lamb and vermicelli doughnut. Served with a selection of stunning local wines, it's a place for you to spend long evenings with friends mopping up sauces and snacking on chaat.

Price range : ££ Where? Bairro Alto Address : R. Nova da Trindade 13, 1200-303 Lisboa Website : gunpowderrestaurants.pt Should I book? We'd recommend you do – as a new opening, it can be busy.

Best Lisbon restaurant for: gourmet dining

Housed inside the Four Seasons Ritz hotel, in an intimate space that can technically be accessed via the street (but the more fun entrance takes you through the grandeur of the hotel's lobby) is Cura; a restaurant that takes its name from the expression curadoria (the curators who take care of art). And both the food and interiors live up to the name; the warming gold and blue palette of the restaurant is accented by Madeira wood panelling and bevelled mirrors, and the open kitchen is wondrously calm and fascinating to watch.

This, of course, is where chef Pedro Pena Bastos and his team put the finishes touches to their dishes. There are three tasting menus available; Meia Cura, Origens, and Raízes (the latter is vegetarian). All three make the most of Portugal’s wonderful ingredients, resulting in dishes such as freshly caught sea bass garnished with parsley and saffron, melt-in-the-mouth squid with hazelnuts, roasted seaweed butter and caviar or flavourful pumpkin with chanterelles, pistachios and Indian cress. Worthy of mention in itself is the bread dish, which showcases the flavours of Portugal with butter from the Azores, local olive oil and grains grown nearby, and is truly memorable. The wine pairing is not to be missed; an ideal way to quickly zip around the country's many wine regions, without once having to leave the comfort of your seat.

Price range : ££££ Where? Marquês de Pombal Address : R. Rodrigo da Fonseca 88, 1070-051 Lisboa Website: fourseasons.com Should I book? Yes

19. Sala de Corte

Best Lisbon restaurant for: steak

If you’re hungry for steak, you won’t find better than the impeccable cuts at Sala de Corte, which recently ranked number 34 in the list of the 50 World's Best Steakhouses . There’s an impressive offering available – from Chateaubriand to Japanese Wagyu all selected from from bovine breed producers with certified origin – and each is cooked to perfection on the restaurant's Josper grill.

With steaks as the focus of the restaurant (and no other meat dishes available), it would be easy to neglect starters and side dishes, but Sala de Corte manages to make everything on the menu as memorable as their wonderful steak cuts. The baked rice with smoked sausages is a must-try; rich, warm and full of flavour, it's the ideal accompaniment alongside the asparagus and mushrooms, for some much needed veg.

Price range : £££ Where? Address : Praça Dom Luís I 7, 1200-148 Lisboa Should I book? Yes, although walk-ins are available

Best Lisbon restaurant for: impressive views

There's no shortage of impeccable views in Lisbon, but it's difficult to find an almost-uninterrupted one of the city. Suba, the restaurant inside hotel Verride Palácio de Santa Catarina, gives exactly that. Open for both lunch and dinner, on a sunny day the rooftop is the perfect place to be.

For a more intimate dinner, the restaurant still offers wonderful views alongside delicious flavours from chef Fábio Alves. The idea is to showcase the best ingredients found locally, and diners can expect dishes such as royal crab, miso and green curry; Pigeon, quince and smoked carrot and Azores pineapple, passion fruit and yuzu. If you're looking for an escape from the busy streets, Suba offers serenity and a memorable meal.

Price range : £££ Where? Santa Catarina Address : Hotel Verride Palácio de Santa Catarina, R. de Santa Catarina nº 1, 1200-401 Lisboa Website: subarestaurante.com Should I book? Yes

21. Neighbourhood

Best Lisbon restaurant for: brunch

Less restaurant, more café/brunch place, Neighbourhood is a local favourite. Its owners are Australian and come via London, and if you find yourself attached to an oat flat white, you won’t find better coffee in the city. However, it’s the breakfast burritos that keep us coming back for more; wonderfully filling, stuffed with scrambled eggs, beans, guac and a choice of meat or veggie. Also on the menu are delicious Turkish eggs, served with yoghurt, dill and sourdough for dipping. In the evening the café switches to a menu featuring smashed burgers and local beers and wines.

Price range : £ Where? Santos Address : Largo do Conde Barão 25, 1200-163 Lisboa Website : @neighbourhood.lisbon on Instagram Should I book? No, walk-ins are usually fine

Best Lisbon restaurant for: fine dining

Executive chef Henrique Sa Pessoa heads up the menu at double Michelin-starred ALMA, and diners can expect an international twist on Portuguese cuisine, making this a favourite of local foodies. The restaurant initially opened in Santos in 2009 and catapulted chef Henrique to stardom via TV and cookbooks – six years later it moved to Chiado, and ALMA is still shining bright seven years on. Dishes are first and foremost inspired by Henrique's life in Lisbon, with flavours from his travels around the world coming into the mix. Diners can choose between fixed menus ‘coast to coast’, using Portuguese fish, or ‘soul’, inspired by the chef's classics – or for those who'd rather choose, there's an a la carte menu. Housed in a former warehouse that was formerly one of the oldest bookshops in the world, this is a restaurant that truly feels like an experience, and certainly one for the bucket list. 

Price range : £££ Where? Chiado Address : R. Anchieta 15, 1200-224 Lisboa  Website : almalisboa.pt   Should I book? Yes, in advance

23. Lota D'ávila

Best Lisbon restaurant for: modern seafood

It's fair to say that there hasn't been a lot of competition for Lisbon's seafood king, Ramiro, until now. Yes, most restaurants serve up some version of oysters and prawns, but finding a place with a pure seafood menu isn't as easy as you'd imagine. So new opening Lota D'ávila is very much welcome in Campo Pequeno, a neighbourhood on the outskirts of town where locals live and dine.

From the owners of much-loved Oficio, Lota D'ávila is an unusual juxtaposition of styles; from the interiors, which are styled like a seafood market and beach bar, with chic interior touches including striped sofas and hanging lamps, to the dishes which are a deliberate balance of new and traditional. If you're unsure where to start, order the seafood platter, which is loaded with fresh prawns, oysters and crab, then follow up with the impeccable squid ink paella, which is perfectly salty and garlicky. And much like Oficio has done with its cheesecake, this place is making a name for itself in the dessert space too; the rabanda (Portuguese french toast) with thyme ice cream shouldn't be missed, no matter how stuffed you feel.

Price range : ££ Where? Campo Pequeno Address : Av. Duque de Ávila 42B, 1050-053 Lisboa Website : www.lotadavila.pt Should I book? Walk-ins are possible, but we recommend booking

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23 Best Restaurants in Lisbon, From Michelin-Starred Dining to Tucked-Away Small Plate Spots

By Abigail Malbon

There’s no denying that some of the best restaurants in Lisbon are the most talked-about in Europe right now. Before the pandemic hit in 2020, the city was on a roll with new openings— Prado opened in late 2017, while 100 Manieras came in 2019—but COVID slowed growth for many eateries. Nearly three years on, recovery is back on track and 2022 saw bigger strides than ever in cementing the city as a food hotspot, helped immensely by new crowds descending upon the cobbled streets once more. The good news is, the openings aren't set to slow down any time soon.

So, where should you eat in Lisbon? Before I visited the city for the first time, I knew very little of Portuguese cuisine—aside from pastel de natas, of course. But now, having been lucky enough to know the city intimately and learn its traditions, I am a keen champion of everything on offer, whether that's traditional dishes or a new twist. Most people visiting Lisbon will want to try some form of traditional food at one of the city’s tascas, casual eateries serving very local dishes such as bacalhau (salted cod) and prego or bifana (beef or pork sandwiches). Those who are more familiar with the city may prefer one of the many modern or Michelin-starred restaurants on offer.

Just like the city itself, Lisbon’s food scene is varied and exciting—and you can go from knocking back ginjinha (cherry liqueur) with locals to sipping wine at a tasting menu within 24 hours. Whatever you’re looking for, these are the Lisbon restaurants I have tried and would recommend to anyone visiting the city (in no particular order).

How we choose the best restaurants in Lisbon

Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a journalist who knows the destination and has eaten at that restaurant. When choosing restaurants, our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We're always looking for stand-out dishes, a great location, and warm service—as well as serious sustainability credentials.

Click the link to read our complete Lisbon city guide .

The Bairro Alto Hotel is one of the best hotels in Lisbon , and while hotel restaurants can be hit or miss, BAHR is a triumph. The decor—all curved ceilings, cozy corners, and oversized wooden bar—is immediately welcoming, but some diners may prefer to skip the interiors and instead dine on the terrace, with a view of the city and Tagus River. Either way, your attention will soon be drawn back in by the menu headed up by chef Bruno Rochas which features a twist on classic Portuguese cuisine, resulting in dishes such as garlicky grilled squid with runner beans and turnip, raw beef ‘pica-pau’ taco with just a hint of pineapple, and buttery wild turbot with green kale sauce and chorizo—the latter of which comes highly recommended. For post- or pre-dinner cocktails, head to the hotel's new 18.68 cocktail bar for Art Deco-style interiors and an inventive list from head bartender Tiago Santos, which is inspired by the building's history as a former fire station.

O Velho Eurico

Walking into O Velho Eurico almost feels like you’ve stumbled upon a local secret—until you see the line forming. What was once a quiet local tasca hidden in a corner on the way to São Jorge Castle is now filled to the brim every night with locals and tourists keen to enjoy a twist on classic Portuguese dishes. The menu has some mainstays, such as  bacalhau  (salted cod) and  polvo  (octopus), but dishes are updated or changed every so often. On my most recent visit, I was particularly taken with the  pastel de leitão (suckling pig pastry) and  Borrego e castanhas  (lamb and chestnuts). Best enjoyed with a group of friends so you can order at least one of everything, settle in for the evening and soak up the fun, relaxed atmosphere alongside the young chefs and owners.

Recently awarded number 46 on the annual list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants , Belcanto was the first restaurant in Lisbon to earn two Michelin stars. Chef Jose Avillez is practically a celebrity in Lisbon, so expectations are high—and Belcanto doesn't disappoint. Interiors are chic and grand, without feeling stuffy. Meanwhile, service is impeccable; the wait staff are friendly but not overbearing, and share information about each dish without disturbing your evening.

Diners can choose from three tasting menus or a la carte—but the former is the real treat. The Evolution menu combines Portuguese flavors with new textures; expect plump scarlet shrimp served in a curry sauce with apple, delicate minced squid housed in incredibly crunchy roasted chicken skin, and perfectly cooked crispy suckling pig with puffed potatoes, all with the option of being served with impeccable Portuguese wines. If you want to splurge on one of the best meals in Lisbon, this is the place to go.

Ofício Tasco Atípico

Ofício is so popular with locals that it’s booked up weeks in advance, but it’s well worth trying to get hold of a table to sample the inventive cuisine and soak up the fun atmosphere. The menu has more must-try dishes than most in the city. The Alheira sausage croquette—which hides a runny quail’s egg at its center like a Portuguese version of a scotch egg—is impeccable, while crispy crackling and stuffed spider crab from the Algarve shouldn’t be missed. No meal is complete, though, without a slice (or whole, if you can manage it) of the cheese tart; a dense, slightly sweet, and entirely creamy dessert dreamt up during the second lockdown by chef Hugo Candeias.

Despite the fact that they're full to the brim with diners, staff will be only too happy to talk passionately about the flavors and ingredients in the dishes, or share a wine pairing recommendation—make the most of their knowledge and pick their brains as they bring your plates.

Laura Kiniry

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Stacey Lastoe

There’s something incredibly satisfying about wandering the streets of a new city and finding a great eatery, and this little-known secret is one I’m only too willing to share. Hidden away on a residential street in the Anjos area of Lisbon, Trinca is a modern small plates restaurant in a traditional building. Serving up world dishes heavily inspired by South American, Japanese, and, of course, Portuguese cuisines, diners can expect dishes such as prawn ceviche, birria tacos, and Katsu sandos. The wine selection is also excellent, and the friendly and passionate staff help to make an evening here feel like a night with friends, even if you’re solo dining.

There’s no shortage of tasting menus available in Lisbon, but few offer the creativity of SEM . Dishes are created specifically to combat food waste and ingredients are chosen from local farmers according to seasonality. Jars of fermented tomatoes, peppers, and artichokes line the walls alongside bottles of natural wine and syrups created for cocktails—from the minute you sit down, you'll be absolutely intrigued.

Fortunately, there's not a single dish that could disappoint; whether it's egg white garum crunch—which somehow manages to transform regular egg white into something of a cross between tempura and a really delicious crisp—or sourdough bread served with leftover sourdough bread miso butter. And while ingredients are undoubtedly sophisticated and dishes are beautifully presented, this is an extremely affordable tasting menu compared with other local offerings. Add the wine pairing to put the cherry on top.

Is there a better setting for a restaurant than the beachfront? While the city has endless foodie options, there's something extra special about dining with the sound of the waves, and Casa Reîa has taken that sunshine feeling and enhanced it with rattan furniture, friendly staff, and fresh flavors. Start with oysters (of course), and move on to sharing plates: zucchini baba-ganoush with mint and raspberries; Seabass sashimi with green apple, celery, and fennel; and a green summer salad with nectarines, yellow zucchini, and smoked chickpeas. The seafood rice—with juicy prawns and chunks of octopus—is the stand-out dish on the menu from chefs Dario Costa, Udi Barkan, and Pedro Henrique Lima. Best of all, the restaurant spills onto the sand, so you can head towards the water after your meal with a cocktail in hand.

Cervejaria Ramiro

When Anthony Bourdain visited Ramiro in 2013 during filming for his show  No Reservations , he turned the local  cervejaria  (beer bar) into a must-visit restaurant for tourists and locals. Despite the name, Ramiro serves up truly incredible seafood, including lobster, prawns, and crab—all served by the kilogram (and therefore best enjoyed with a larger group). Most diners skip dessert and instead opt for a  prego —a beef sandwich served with mustard—which is, to this day, the best I’ve ever tasted in Lisbon.

The restaurant covers three floors, but you should expect to hit a line before you manage to score a table.

Best Lisbon restaurant for: farm-to-table cooking

Prado  is the Portuguese word for “meadow”, and the restaurant applies a local focus on everything they serve thanks to partnerships with local farmers, fishermen, and wine producers. This means Prado 's menu is proudly 100 percent Portuguese, featuring dishes such as pumpkin with whey and toasted butter, fish with lobster emulsion, and brioche with white port and chocolate. Before joining Prado, Chef António Galapito worked with hometown hero Nuno Mendes and brings a versatile and varied passion for food that's evident in the menu and beautifully presented dishes. Ideally, you'll want to bring a few friends so that you can sample them all and soak the creative, hip, and fun atmosphere as part of a crowd—plus indulge in a bottle of wine or two, with help from the knowledgable sommelier.

Set on Praça das Flores, a quietly buzzing part of Lisbon where locals have dinner and spill out into the park with glasses of wine to finish their evenings, Magnolia is the type of place that makes you stop and think about how lucky you are to experience Lisbon and its beauty. Opened in 2022, the restaurant's owners are from Brazil and Belgium and bring their love of travel and world flavors to the menu. Dishes are made to be shared, whether that’s creamy camembert in puff pastry with thyme honey, tuna tartare with avocado and mango, or croquettes de crevette—and there's a wide selection of local natural wines available to pair.

During the day, Magnolia serves up warming tomato soup with cheese toast, endless coffee, and possibly the best pistachio croissant you'll ever have. You might even catch the owners enjoying tea, wine, and chatting with the neighbors if you show up regularly enough.

If you take a local to Pica-Pau , chances are they'll be lost in memories of their childhood as they eat the classic dishes. If you go as a tourist, it's a great place to try Portuguese food in a non-intimidating setting—the restaurant's interiors are modern and minimalistic with friendly staff and a creative cocktail list. The pica pau (small pieces of beef in a gravy made with beer, garlic, oil, chili, and mustard) is, of course, a must-order, but the pasteis de bacalhau (codfish cakes) are wonderfully crunchy and salty, while the polvo à lagareiro (octopus with olive oil, garlic, and potatoes) is cooked to perfection. It's also worth noting that the bread for the table is served with gravy for dipping—perfection if ever we saw it.

Opened in 2018 by couple Agnes and Alexis Bourrat, BouBou’s is a family affair—Alexis’ sister Charlie Bourrat hand-picks wines for the restaurant, while his other sister, Louise, heads up the kitchen, bringing her rebellious, experimental style to BouBou’s. The result is a fun, casual fine-dining restaurant in arguably the most food-focused district in Lisbon.

If tasting menus are your thing, this one is truly impeccable. Dishes are varied, fun, and full of flavor with a focus on seasonal produce and zero waste. The restaurant isn’t vegetarian, but there’s a tendency to lean toward veggie-heavy dishes—expect sweet potato served with coconut tiger milk and kaffir lime or a nori taco with kimchi rice and glazed seitan. This is one of the few times checking out the menu beforehand isn’t advised, so you can be pleasantly surprised by each dish. The wine pairing is also highly recommended; our sommelier carefully talked us through every glass (all Portuguese, of course), and each was more delicious than the last. Tip: grab a table overlooking the open kitchen to watch the slick kitchen action—and work up more of an appetite.

A Taberna da Rua das Flores

Often considered to be one of the best Portuguese restaurants in Lisbon, A Taberna da Rua das Flores is a must-try. The atmosphere is friendly, relaxed, and local while the menu is a twist on traditional—order the tuna tataki, sardines on toast, and fried eggplant with Madeira honey. You’ll also want to sample the impressive wine list, full of local whites, reds, and  vinho verdes . Be warned, though: this restaurant gets busy, so you’ll almost certainly need to put your name on a list when you arrive and come back at a later time, as bookings are unavailable.

Palacio do Grilo

There’s nothing quite like Palacio do Grilo in Lisbon. If you're the type to gravitate towards new and unexpected experiences when you travel, this 18th-century palace should be top of your must-see list.

Parisian Julien Labrousse bought the palacio in 2020 and knew he wanted to do something different. He set to work creating a restaurant in the middle of a living theatre, which highlights the ethereal, and almost spooky nature of the building. Performers parade (or sometimes crawl, or yell) around you as you eat, and there’s a good chance your dish will become almost forgotten as you watch the show. That's not to say the food isn't memorable; burrata and pumpkin with crispy sage is a stunning way to start the meal, followed by lamb loin with pistachio paloise and goose fat potatoes. Just be sure you leave time after dinner to explore the other rooms in the palace, where you'll find a small discotheque, or a bar serving cocktails to Lisbon's coolest crowds.

Sitting at a counter overlooking the kitchen, it's not hard to understand why O Frade is a local favorite. The small but perfectly-formed restaurant sits just 18 people inside (with an extra 20 now able to dine outside) and its semi-circular seating means that it naturally feels like an intimate experience, where you have the opportunity to talk with the chefs as they serve their plates, or befriend a fellow diner who might just share a fascinating story. In short, it's a restaurant of opportunities and experiences—a sentiment that becomes clearer when you find that the restaurant now has a second outpost in the ever-popular Time Out market.

The main restaurant, though, is located in Belém, just outside of the city. The owners were inspired by their grandparents who had a restaurant by the same name in the Alentejo since the 1960s, and dishes are hearty Portuguese fare with a modern twist; rissols filled with razor clams, flavorsome rabbit with pickled onions and coriander, and memorable mushroom rice, which is creamy and still somehow vegan. Wines are also kept in the family, from their own vineyards in Vila de Frades—be sure to try the excellent white.

Good, classic Italian restaurants are still relatively few and far between in Lisbon, so Davvero was warmly welcomed by locals. Chef Isaac Kumi joined Sublime Lisboa after working for the Cipriani brand, and he brings an obvious passion for ingredients; both local and quality Italian. It's difficult to pick a stand-out dish—starters, mains, and desserts are all wonderfully consistent—but steak is cooked to perfection and the lemon tart is a delicious way to end your meal.

Gunpowder Lisboa

Londoners will likely know and love Gunpowder , where the brand already has three restaurants. But rather than move to another British city—Manchester, or Birmingham maybe—the brand decided to expand into a different country entirely. Still, opening a Lisbon restaurant makes total sense when you see the menu, which is similar to the British one but with a Mediterranean twist—think Algarve oysters with pickled kachumber, big juicy wild Madagascar prawns with roasted garlic and tomato dressing, and grilled stone bass with green coorgi sauce—all available for you to select from the window display of fish. Of course, there are the classics available too, such as the delicious, crispy prawn toast and show-stopping spicy lamb and vermicelli doughnut. Served with a selection of stunning local wines, it's a place for you to spend long evenings with friends mopping up sauces and snacking on chaat.

Housed inside the Four Seasons Ritz hotel, in an intimate space that can technically be accessed via the street (but the more fun entrance takes you through the grandeur of the hotel's lobby) is Cura , a restaurant that takes its name from the expression curadoria (the curators who take care of art). And both the food and interiors live up to the name; the warming gold and blue palette of the restaurant is accented by Madeira wood paneling and beveled mirrors, and the open kitchen is wondrously calm and fascinating to watch.

This, of course, is where chef Pedro Pena Bastos and his team put the finishing touches to their dishes. There are three tasting menus available: Meia Cura, Origens, and Raízes (the latter is vegetarian). All three make the most of Portugal’s wonderful ingredients, resulting in dishes such as freshly caught sea bass garnished with parsley and saffron; melt-in-the-mouth squid with hazelnuts, roasted seaweed butter, and caviar; or flavorful pumpkin with chanterelles, pistachios, and Indian cress. Worthy of mention in itself is the bread dish, which showcases the flavors of Portugal with butter from the Azores, local olive oil, and grains grown nearby, and is truly memorable. The wine pairing is not to be missed; an ideal way to quickly zip around the country's many wine regions, without once having to leave the comfort of your seat.

Sala de Corte

If you’re hungry for steak, you won’t find better than the impeccable cuts at Sala de Corte , which recently ranked number 34 in the list of the 50 World's Best Steakhouses. There’s an impressive offering available—from Chateaubriand to Japanese Wagyu all selected from from bovine breed producers with certified origin—and each is cooked to perfection on the restaurant's Josper grill.

With steaks as the focus of the restaurant (and no other meat dishes available), it would be easy to neglect starters and side dishes, but Sala de Corte manages to make everything on the menu as memorable as their wonderful steak cuts. The baked rice with smoked sausages is a must-try; rich, warm, and full of flavor, it's the ideal accompaniment alongside the asparagus and mushrooms, for some much-needed veg.

There's no shortage of impeccable views in Lisbon, but it's difficult to find an almost uninterrupted one of the city. Suba , the restaurant inside Verride Palácio de Santa Catarina , gives exactly that. Open for both lunch and dinner, on a sunny day the rooftop is the perfect place to be.

For a more intimate dinner, the restaurant still offers wonderful views alongside delicious flavors from chef Fábio Alves. The idea is to showcase the best ingredients found locally, and diners can expect dishes such as royal crab, miso, and green curry; Pigeon, quince, and smoked carrot; and Azores pineapple, passion fruit, and yuzu. If you're looking for an escape from the busy streets, Suba offers serenity and a memorable meal.

Neighbourhood

Less of a restaurant, and more café/brunch place, Neighbourhood is a local favorite. Its owners are Australian and come via London, and if you find yourself attached to an oat flat white, you won’t find better coffee in the city. However, it’s the breakfast burritos that keep us coming back for more; wonderfully filling, stuffed with scrambled eggs, beans, guac, and a choice of meat or veggie. Also on the menu are delicious Turkish eggs, served with yogurt, dill, and sourdough for dipping. In the evening the café switches to a menu featuring smashed burgers and local beers and wines.

Executive chef Henrique Sa Pessoa heads up the menu at double Michelin-starred ALMA , and diners can expect an international twist on Portuguese cuisine, making this a favorite of local foodies. The restaurant initially opened in Santos in 2009 and catapulted chef Henrique to stardom via TV and cookbooks—six years later it moved to Chiado, and ALMA is still shining bright seven years on. Dishes are first and foremost inspired by Henrique's life in Lisbon, with flavors from his travels around the world coming into the mix. Diners can choose between fixed menus like “Coast to Coast,” which usies Portuguese fish, or "Soul," inspired by the chef's classics. For those who'd rather choose, there's an a la carte menu. Housed in a former warehouse that was formerly one of the oldest bookshops in the world, this is a restaurant that truly feels like an experience, and certainly one for the bucket list.

Lota D'ávila

It's fair to say that there hasn't been a lot of competition for Lisbon's seafood king, Ramiro, until now. Yes, most restaurants serve up some version of oysters and prawns, but finding a place with a pure seafood menu isn't as easy as you'd imagine. So new opening Lota D'ávila is very much welcome in Campo Pequeno, a neighborhood on the outskirts of town where locals live and dine.

From the owners of much-loved Oficio, Lota D'ávila is an unusual juxtaposition of styles; from the interiors, which are styled like a seafood market and beach bar, with chic interior touches including striped sofas and hanging lamps, to the dishes which are a deliberate balance of new and traditional. If you're unsure where to start, order the seafood platter, which is loaded with fresh prawns, oysters, and crab, then follow up with the impeccable squid ink paella, which is perfectly salty and garlicky. And much like Oficio has done with its cheesecake, this place is making a name for itself in the dessert space too—the rabanda (Portuguese french toast) with thyme ice cream shouldn't be missed, no matter how stuffed you feel.

A version of this article originally appeared in Condé Nast Traveller .

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The Best Restaurants In Lisbon

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Rita Geraldes

February 5, 2024

No matter where you’re staying or what’s on your Google Doc itinerary, your trip to Lisbon is going to involve three things: a lot of time in the sun, a lot of time walking up hills, and a lot of time sitting at a table. 

Throughout the city’s different neighborhoods—like the medieval Alfama, the ornate Principe Real, and the buzzing Chiado and Baixa—you’ll find traditional restaurants cooking up classic Portuguese dishes on open-fire grills, plus newer farm-to-table spots and natural wine bars that complement the been-around-forever, family-owned favorites. 

Locals are lively, friendly, and have been welcoming guests to Europe’s sunniest city for the past millennium, so don’t be shy about saying hello over a glass of house wine and some snacks (they’re called petiscos, not tapas). Here’s where to eat on your next trip to Lisbon. And if you’re looking for a list of the best bars , we’ve got that too.

There are two different ways to have a meal at Sem: either at the wine bar or the restaurant, both located in the same building separated by a window on a busy street in Alfama, where the 28 tram zooms by. Make a night of it by booking a table on the restaurant side for their eight-course tasting menu, or keep it casual at the bar where you’ll find a smaller food menu written on a chalkboard. They change up the dishes seasonally, but you can expect things like honey roasted carrots with pomegranate or razor clam escabeche. This is a great dinner spot for a small group of friends, a date, or dining solo at the bar.

Prado paved the way for farm-to-table restaurants in Lisbon. You’ll find it right next to a 12th-century historic church in the hilly Mouraria neighborhood, with a tight menu that changes seasonally. Book this spot as one of your nicer diners while you’re in town, and plan on sharing a bunch of plates, like the beef tartare sandwiched between dried cabbage, smoked eel with melon and cucumber, and Alentejano pork with turnips, plus a bottle of some natural wine. If it’s on the menu, definitely end your night with the mushroom ice cream that’s topped with caramel and crunchy barley.

Cervejaria Ramiro

Not going to Ramiro when you’re in Lisbon is like going to the beach and not putting your toes in the water. It’s the most important seafood restaurant in the entire city, and the line usually stretches around the block. (The wait is real, but worth it.) Once you sit down at a table inside this renovated art deco building, you’ll witness a constant waterfall of beer mugs slammed (cautiously) on tables. Start with the stuffed crab, gambas à guilho, and some bread—it’s great, so don’t be shy about eating the entire tray. Two other things that should be on your table: the medium rare steak sandwich that’s slathered in mustard and a vodka lemon sorbet that comes in a champagne flute.

photo credit: Goncalo F Santos

Praia no Parque

São Sebastião da Pedreira

You’ll see locals at Praia no Parque for just about every occasion—celebrating something momentous, having a business lunch on someone else’s dime, or just eating with friends among over-the-top decorations, which include a giant giraffe perched over the bar. The menu’s full of plates like angus ribeye, king crab salad, steak tartare, and oysters, but the experience of eating here is far from stuffy—you’ll see tequila shots on tables, bottle sparklers, and diners waving napkins in the air to the sound of “Sweet Caroline.” Make sure to book a table ahead of time, since it gets full almost every night.

photo credit: Grupo Jose Avillez

Bairro do Avillez

Bairro means “neighborhood” in Portuguese, and this huge space that houses four different restaurants is chef Jose Avillez’s take on that.  Taberna is a casual, lively lunch or dinner spot that’s outfitted like a gourmet deli, with glass cases stuffed with cheeses and meats. Páteo is a massive sun-lit hall where you can linger over a plate of bacalhau com brás (salted cod, potatoes, and eggs) for a few hours over dinner. Pizzaria Lisboa serves, unsurprisingly, pizza, and Mini Bar is a theatrical dinner spot with burlesque speakeasy vibes and a 12-course tasting menu. If you’re in town for a few days, try and hit them all up if you can—you’ll be able to try Avillez’s famous “exploding olive” in a few different settings.

Bairro do Avillez is great, but Belcanto is José Avillez’s crown jewel. There are three different menus offered inside this elegant dining room that’s housed in an old monastery: two tastings and one à la carte, with dishes like lobster paired with white beans, marrow, and caviar, and razor clams with lupin bean ice shavings. Book a table in advance, and plan on leaving your afternoon or the rest of your evening free. This is a main-event kind of place you’ll want to tailor your day around.

Come To Tricky’s

Cais do Sodré

Different is the best word to describe Come to Tricky’s, and not in the way your mom would describe your new tattoo. This spot reflects the new international Lisbon, where people from all over the world came for a trip, fell in love with the city, and never left. Head here for things like tortellini with Jerusalem artichokes or octopus with chickpeas, and expect a good time—the vibe is relaxed and fun, and the music is cheesy in a way that you’ll actually enjoy. After your meal, venture out to the bars in Cais do Sodré.

The menu at Boi Cavalo is short, sweet, and changes seasonally: traditional Portuguese dishes are modernized with international influences, mirroring the evolution of the Alfama neighborhood itself. If available, order the gnocchi with vanilla and dried tuna loin, as well as the turbot with achiote and lemon pickle to start—the latter is a spin on a classic Portuguese dish that’s traditionally made with codfish. The cozido rice with pink prawns should be your top priority for mains. It’s another contemporary take on a historic dish that’s been eaten throughout the streets of Alfama for centuries.

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Bistro 100 Maneiras

Bistro 100 Maneiras is an easy, cool spot for dinner with a ton of different food options and cocktails presented in an art deco picture book-style menu. Start with something like the Clockwork Orange that mixes vodka, pepper, mandarine, and basil alongside the bread basket, which comes with a greasy-in-a-good-way housemade pig-fat sauce. Definitely order some meat for your main—the staff will make sure you approve of your cut of beef before throwing it into the fire—and a side of the truffled potato mille-feuille.

Misc By Tartar-ia

If you’re a huge fan of tartares, then Misc By Tartar-ia should be at the top of your list. Yes, the food is great—the sea bass tartare, Asian beef tartare, and the perfectly crunchy partridge rice are all solid picks—but what makes this place special is the environment. You’re nearly guaranteed to leave with a new friend and a few stories to tell the following day, especially if you’re there when Pizza, the owner’s dog, is playing hostess. Plus, their Basque cheesecake is incredible—it’s a family recipe that’s been passed down and perfected for generations.

Pap'Açorda

Pap'Açôrda is synonymous with Lisbon nightlife, and it recently moved to the top floor of the Time Out Market in Cais do Sodré. It never disappoints, and is a reliable go-to for dinner before heading out to the bars in the neighborhood. The menu is made up of classic Portuguese dishes to share, like peixinhos da horta (deep-fried green beans), ameijoas à bulhão pato (clams), and açorda, a bread stew that’s traditionally made with leftover stale bread.

Café de São Bento

Opposite the Portuguese parliament is a little red door on Rua de São Bento where you have to ring the doorbell and wait until someone lets you in. Once inside, you’ll see the color red is a major player in the decoration, similar to their famous medium rare steak that’s been bringing locals back to this spot for the past 40 years. Add a side of their creamed spinach, and definitely finish your meal with the tarte tatin. This is a great spot for people watching, since it’s a popular place for politicians to celebrate the deals they just sealed across the street.

O Maravilhas

The odds of finding tourists at this traditional Portuguese spot located in the middle of a narrow street in Alcântara are low, unless they’re tagging along with a local. The menu is big, and the portions even bigger. Grab a spot at one of the wooden tables on either of the two floors and order a few things to split, like the scrambled eggs with farinheira, cod fritters and fried green beans, or the crunchy bite-size fish poppers that are deep fried in olive oil. No matter how full you are, don’t skip the serradura, a whipped cream and butter cookie crumble, for dessert.

A Taberna do Mar

At the top of the Graça neighborhood is a tiny tavern decorated with classic wood paneling and tiles. The menu mixes Japanese and Portuguese cuisines, which you can try by ordering à la carte or through the ten-course tasting menu. Both the grilled sardine nigiri and the sardine flan are excellent, and are different from anything else you’ll find in Lisbon. After you eat, walk around Graça and head up to the viewpoint to see the city below.

Tasca Pete is a small, cozy spot that feels a bit like going to a friend’s place for dinner. It’s on a hilly cobblestone street connecting the Graça and Penha de França neighborhoods, and is easy to miss—once you find it, knock on the glass doors to be let inside. A huge counter takes up most of the restaurant, where you can sit with a draft beer or a glass of natural wine and order shared plates like blueberry focaccia and potato terrine.

O Velho Eurico

It’s almost impossible to reserve a table at this small spot on the corner of a sunny square at the foothills of the São Jorge Castle, but if you’re there early—which means 12:30 for lunch or 7pm for dinner—you’ll likely be able to snag a seat. Share the piglet pastry and three or four other plates while listening to Portuguese rock music inside, or attempt to balance on the cobblestones at the outdoor tables. Plan to come by after a morning visit to the castle, or before heading into Alfama for some fado at night.

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Avenida da Liberdade

Iconic Portuguese restaurants are a part of the city’s fabric in the same way its monuments are. Gambrinus is one of those restaurants, and it’s been untouched since 1936. Three distinct dining areas show off traditional food in Lisbon: one counter, and two wood-paneled dining areas with immaculate white tablecloths. Pop in for dinner before a concert at the Coliseu, order a draft beer and a croquette at the bar, or sit down for a full meal of their perfectly cooked roast beef, all types of seafood, and the crepe suzette that’s prepared tableside. Don’t be alarmed if you hear kissing sounds—it’s the way the waiters get each other’s attention during service.

JNcQUOI Avenida

There are two lavishly decorated dining areas inside JNcQOI Avenida, including the main restaurant on the top floor where you can eat plates of Alaskan king crab or tender pork shoulder while staring at the huge (fake) dinosaur skeleton in the center of this fancy space. If you’re looking for something more casual, head downstairs to the Deli Bar in the basement. Order a shrimp cocktail and some oysters, and be sure to swing by the bathroom before you leave to say hi to the DJ .

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Taberna da Rua das Flores

Small taverns with daily menus chalked on the door used to line the streets of Lisbon, but unfortunately, most of them are long gone. So we embrace spots like Taberna da Rua das Flores. Opened in Chiado a little over ten years ago, it's become a main attraction because of its old-school style. You won’t find many locals here—the ten tables inside the narrow space are typically scooped up by travelers who put their name down on the list before the restaurant opens at 6pm. But still, the food is excellent, and no dish is over €20. Plan to line up as early as 5pm, and go with someone who wants to share things like codfish with chickpeas, seared beef cubes called pica pau, smoked artichokes, and stingray.

Sem Palavras

The Mercado de Alvalade is one of the best food markets in Lisbon, and up on one end there’s a small, busy restaurant called Sem Palavras. It’s a traditional beer house, with fast and efficient service, paper placements, and tables that are practically on top of each other. Come by any time of day—they’re open from 10am to 1am—and order from their extensive menu of meat and fish, including traditional Portuguese dishes like farinheira (pork sausage) with scrambled eggs, clams with coriander and garlic, and any type of cod you can imagine. Portions are big, and all the seafood comes fresh from the market next door.

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Tico Tico in Alvalade is one of the most traditional beer, meat, and seafood restaurants in the city, and it’s slightly off the tourist radar. The extensive menu is mostly filled with home-cooked classics, like meat croquettes that are largely considered some of the best in the city, lamprey rice, polvo à lagareiro (boiled octopus), and Portuguese feijoada. Grab a beer and some bulhão pato clams to share, and if you don’t get it on your first visit, come back and try their prego sandwich, which is also considered to be one of the best in town.

photo credit: Joana Freitas

Bairro Alto

Essencial is a buzzy, tiny, and minimal restaurant in the middle of Bairro Alto that feels more like having dinner inside someone’s (very well-decorated) house rather than at an actual restaurant. Pick from two options: a full menu with dishes like oven-baked rice and scarlet shrimp or a three-course tasting for small plates of turbot with caviar and pigeon foie gras.

Último Porto

Último Porto is a bit tough to get to—it’s located in the middle of the shipping containers in Alcantara, and you have to either drive through a shipping dock or cross a footbridge at Rocha Conde de Obidos to get here. Your efforts, though, will be rewarded: this is a big barbecue in the middle of the docks. Start with the chocos trinchados, or diced grilled cuttlefish, and make sure you splash them with plenty of vinegar. Order the red mullet fish if it’s on the menu, but if it isn’t, know that you can’t go wrong with any of the seafood that’s caught fresh from the North Atlantic. Just make sure not to discount the tomato and onion side salad—it's as important as the fish itself, and the perfect way to punch up the meal with some acidity.

Marquês de Pombal

Portugal has more sea than land, and the former is what’s emphasized at this fine dining restaurant inside the Four Seasons. Service is smart and formal—you’ll want to break out the hotel iron ahead of putting on the one fancy outfit you packed for this trip. You can pick from three different tasting menus, which include a 5- and 10-course option, plus one that’s vegetarian. Everything is brilliantly executed, especially the squid with hazelnut, roasted seaweed butter, bergamot, and caviar.

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If your flight got in at 8am and your Airbnb check-in’s not until noon, make your way to this spot near the famous Avenida de Liberdade for some poached eggs or oat pancakes with homemade Nutella. Breakfast is served until 12:30pm, and all day on weekends, so if you’re in the mood for those same plates at night, that’s an option too. If you’re stopping by for lunch or dinner, their Into The Wild menu includes stuff like vegan burgers, salads, bowls, and more.

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The 10 Best Restaurants in Lisbon in 2024

Mafalda Falcão Last Updated: October 26, 2023

The capital of Portugal has much to offer and one can easily get lost between touristy traps and actual gems when it comes to food. And trust me, we are oh-so-good at the latter. Our goal with this article is to avoid tourist spots and visit places where locals actually eat. Stick with me—your local foodie—to find out where the best restaurants in Lisbon are.

Pro Tip:  Bookmark this article in your browser so you can circle back to it when you’re hungry in Lisbon. It will come in handy when you’re hungry after a long day of sight-seeing.

Top 10 Places to Eat in Lisbon

Welcome to Lisbon: Portugal’s capital and Europe’s doors of the sun! The considerable length of the Portuguese coastline justifies the presence of fresh seafood in its traditional food, heavily influenced by the Mediterranean diet. This is why we have no doubts when we say that the city of Lisbon lies in a strategic spot to combine delicious food, great weather and cool vibes. Let’s find out more about the best restaurants in Lisbon!

Cervejaria Ramiro

€€ – €€€ | Seafood

Cervejaria Ramiro certainly would pass by unnoticed if it weren’t for the long lines that are seen literally everyday outside the restaurant. If you are up for a late lunch, or do not mind waiting for the best seafood you can eat in Lisbon, this is definitely my recommendation. 

Begin with some toasted bread with butter while engaging in the hardest task of choosing the main dish. If possible, go for some camarão espinho and percebes (don’t feel awkward, there’s actually no correct way to eat these!). As you reach the end of your meal, be sure to save space for a prego . You won’t regret it.

Address: Avenida Almirante Reis, 1H 

Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 12 PM – 12 AM

Lezíria Casa de Petiscos

€ | Tapas | Finger Food

Located near one of the most famous neighborhoods for its nightlife, Santos, this cozy restaurant will provide you with a calm and delicious dinner in the format of petiscos . As there aren’t many seats available, I recommend you book a table beforehand. 

Start with some salgados and enchidos and let yourself be taken away with the many options Lezíria has to offer. And definitely don’t skip the desserts—especially Sweet Lezíria. 

Address : Rua de São João da Mata, 46 

Hours : Tuesday to Saturday, 12PM – 3PM; 7PM – 11PM

100 Maneiras

€€€€ | European Food | Contemporary | Michelin Star

Ljubomir Stanisic is a Bosnian-born Portuguese chef and is the owner of 100 Maneiras. Ljubomir is famous for his rudeness at his own cooking TV shows (allow me to translate the name of his restaurant for you: Mannerless), but when it comes to food, he won’t let anyone down. 

Stop by if you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion (or if you just want to have a nice meal) and enjoy dinner at a recently awarded Michelin star in the heart of Lisbon.

Address : Rua do Teixeira, 39  

Hours : Thursday to Monday, 7PM – 1AM

Restaurante Clube de Jornalistas 

€€ | Portuguese Food | Outdoor Seating | Hidden Gem

A hidden gem—what else to say? Enjoy the calmness of this secret spot and let your mind drift away whilst sitting in a private garden at the very center of Lisbon. Trust the staff and let them choose the wine for you. I promise you it will be worth it.

At Clube de Jornalistas you’ll find an alternative approach to Portuguese traditional dishes—I’m talking about an immersive experience provided by the fusion of fruity and salty flavors. If the whole menu sounds delicious to you, opt for the Petit Tour (or the Gran Tour , if you’re willing to go for the extra mile) to get a taste of everything.

Address : Rua das Trinas, 139 

Hours : Daily, Lunch 12:30PM – 2:30PM; Dinner 7PM – 10PM

Ground Burger

€ | Burgers | Family-friendly

Ground Burger is the safest choice when traveling with children or if you just want something more carefree. It’s currently my favorite burger restaurant, and I couldn’t just ignore it when making this list of the best restaurants in Lisbon. 

Here you can find not only protein burgers but vegan burgers as well. Friendly advice: come hungry! From burgers to donuts, you choose and enjoy the tasty variety. Just don’t skip the craft beers. 

Address : Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar, 148A R/C 

Hours : Daily, 12PM – 12AM

Han Table Barbecue

€€ | Korean Food

An oriental touch adds to this list of best restaurants in Lisbon. At Han Table, you cook your own meat much like what happens in South Korea. The only downside to this restaurant is that you’ll be smelling meat for the rest of your day, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing, right?

The menu has many options, but my advice is stick to the basics. It never goes wrong. It’s also great that the service is fast here if you need a place to eat in Lisbon that’s quick but tasty.

Address : Rua Gomes Freire, 11B 

Hours : Tuesday to Sunday, Lunch 12PM – 3PM; Dinner 6:45 PM – 10PM

€€€ | Portuguese Food | Fine Dining

Don’t let the outside fool you: the restaurant may not look very welcoming, but chef Justa Nobre does wonders when it comes to cooking. At O Nobre you will have the chance to try actual Portuguese dishes with a touch of the northern cuisine from Trás-os-Montes. It’s the best of two worlds!

Follow the suggestions of Mr. Nobre, the chef’s husband, and don’t hesitate: even the most simple dishes will surprise you. If possible, accompany with a glass of wine as the good old northern food requires.

Address : Avenida Sacadura Cabral, 53B 

Hours : Daily, Lunch 12:30PM – 3:30PM; Dinner 7:30PM – 10:30PM

Choupana Caffé

€ | Brunch | Outdoor Seating | Eat-In or Take-Away

Did you say brunch? Then I say Choupana. In here you can find two options for brunch: individual or for two (Brunch Lovers). And I have to say both are great and come with a large quantity of food.

If you’re not in the mood for brunch, there are a lot of other options on the menu such as bagels or sandwiches. And of course the croissants. It will be hard not to fall for those incredibly looking croissants (which are just as tasty as they look).

Address: A venida da República, 25A

Hours: Daily, 7:30AM – 7PM

A Casa do Bacalhau

€€ | Portuguese Food | Famous Bacalhau | Great Service

One cannot simply visit Portugal and not have a taste of the famous codfish. At A Casa do Bacalhau (literally means, the codfish’s house) you will first be amazed by the palace where it is located, and then by the menu.

Cod is the main character here (if there were any doubts left) and it comes in all sorts of shapes. Your local foodie here personally recommends the “à Minhota” but all are safe choices. And don’t worry, those who don’t eat fish will find a whole list of other options, including meat and vegetarian.

Address : Rua do Grilo, 54  

Hours : Daily, Lunch 12PM – 3PM; Dinner 7:30PM – 11PM

€€€€ | Fine Dining | Contemporary | Two Michelin Stars

In Lisbon, you can find a lot of fine dining restaurants, but not many have two Michelin stars as Alma. If you’re looking for a real and exclusive gastronomic experience, this is the one. 

Located at Chiado, Alma will take you on a ride through the Portuguese cuisine while surrounded by this sophisticated ambiance. Opt for the menu Costa a Costa for a visit (and tribute) to Portugal’s coastline. 

Address: Rua Anchieta, 15  

Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 12:30PM – 12AM

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The 15 Best Restaurants in Lisbon with a View You Must Go To 2024

Are you searching for the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view? Portugal’s capital city has any and every type of food you are craving. Seafood is a staple in Portugal so you can almost guarantee that there will be fresh fish on the menu. 

If that’s not your jam, Lisbon is also a haven for vegans and vegetarians. Be sure to check out the best vegan restaurants in the city to get a more in-depth look. 

Have you ever been to a Lisbon rooftop restaurant? If not you have to add it to your list, it is an experience you will always remember. Many of these restaurants are inside some of the best hotels in Lisbon. 

The 15 Best Restaurants in Lisbon with a View

Nooabi – rooftop bar & restaurant has a view of the tagus river .

Nooabi is located at the Santa Catarina Belvedere. From their rooftop terrace, you can see the beautiful old town, the Tagus River, and the 25 de Abri bridge. Here you can find a trendy brunch menu with lattes, eggs, bacon and so much more. They also have tapas, sandwiches, and a full dinner menu.

At Nooabi they have three terraces that are open all year round. The view from the top terrace is the best though, so try and grab yourself a seat up there. You are going to love watching the sunset at one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view here at Nooabi!

Lumi Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Has the Best Rooftop in Lisbon 

You know the view from Lumi is good when they were recently voted “ Europe’s Best Rooftop Restaurant in 2021 by the World Culinary Awards “. Lumi is high up on the building’s 5th floor and is one of the best restaurants with a view in Lisbon Portugal. Awe at the lovely Lisbon skyline and the Tagus River.

They open every day at 12:30. Except for the weekends when you can come in early at 11 am and order yourself some yummy brunch. All of their food is high-quality, locally sourced, and changes with the seasons. Grab a shareable plate with your friends and take in the beautiful sites at one of the best rooftop restaurants in Lisbon.

The Insólito Restaurant & Bar is One of the Coolest Restaurants in Lisbon 

You are going to love the sites from The Insólito they are one of the coolest Lisbon restaurants with a view. The decor is so cute with flowers hanging from the ceiling and trendy touches throughout. Be sure to order at the very least an appetizer because the food is Michelin star worthy. Their menu is modern Portuguese with a twist and everything is delicious. 

They are open from Tuesday to Saturday 6 pm to 1 am. It is recommended and you can make a reservation online if you have a big party. Sometimes they mix it up and have a menu with wine tasting for a reasonable price. Be sure to check out their website when you are in town to learn more.

The Address to get this beautiful restaurant with a view of Lisbon is – Tv. de São Pedro 1, 1250-096 Lisboa, Portugal

Chapitô à Mesa has A View of the São Jorge Castle 

Is a very special place and is one of the best restaurants with a view in Lisbon and it is right below the walls of the  stunning São Jorge Castle. This unique place serves traditional Portuguese food in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. People love ordering fresh fish and octopus here as well as yummy desserts. 

They are open every day from 12 pm to 11 pm and sometimes on the weekend, they have live music. You can pre-book a table at The Fork or try your hand at walking in. The view is beautiful any time of the day but is extra special if you can go around sunset.

You can find one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view here at Costa do Castelo 1, 1149-079, Lisbon, Portugal

Carmo Rooftop is Inside the Carmo Archeological Museum 

The Camo Rooftop is one of the best Lisbon restaurants with a view and it is extra special because it is inside the Carmo Archaeological Museum. There are three different levels of terraces that you can sit on. You can enjoy small plates, salads, pizzas, or burgers. They open every day around noon and stay open until the early morning hours. 

If you are lucky enough to visit during the weekend on Saturdays you will be able to see the Carmo Rooftop Market. At the weekly market, you can purchase clothing, shoes, and homemade decorations. When the sun goes down the DJ sets up and plays the hottest music. You can dance the night away here at one of the best rooftop restaurants in Lisbon with a view.

Find Carmo Rooftop here at Largo do Carmo, 1200-092 Lisboa. 

SUD Lisbo For Authentic Food 

Up next is SUD Libso. It is the place to be if you are wanting to go to one of the best Lisbon restaurants with a view. Here they serve authentic Mediterranean food with a fun and modern twist. Head up to the rooftop at SUD Lisbon and you will find a refreshing infinity pool. There you will find signature cold cocktails and live events.

Relax in the dining area in a comfy chair and order yourself a steamy lobster ravioli or grilled flounder. They also have a large wine, champagne, and beer list. They also have a cigar list if you are out celebrating or want to enjoy it with your favorite whiskey. No matter what kind of night or day out you are trying to have stop by SUB Lisbon. It is going to make your day because they are one of the best waterfront restaurants Lisbon has.

You can find SUB Lisbo at Pavilhão Poente ao lado do MAAT, Av. Brasília, 1300-598 Lisboa, Portugal

Seen Lisboa Has an Amazing Panoramic View!

Seen is the hottest restaurant in Lisbon with a view. Here you can enjoy panoramic views from the 9th floor of the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade. If you are looking for one of the best Portuguese restaurants in Lisbon Seen Lisboa is perfect for you. They specialize in Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine with new items added to the menu with the changing seasons.

There are also sushi dishes and fresh oysters to try too. This would be a great place to have dinner with a view of Lisbon. They open every day at 11 am and stay open until 1 am on the weekdays and stay open until 2 am on the weekends.

You can find one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view at Hotel Tivoli Avenida da Liberdade Avenida da Liberdade, 185, 9º floor 1260-050 Lisboa, Portugal

Topo Martim Moniz Has City Views 

Topo Martim Moniz is one of the best restaurants in Lisbon Portugal with a view of the city. It is located high up on the 6th floor of the Centro Comercial do Martim Moniz. The building used to be an old warehouse but has been transformed and is now one of the hippest places in all of Lisboa. You can come here for lunch and enjoy the sunshine while sitting out on the terrace or enjoy the comfy leather chairs inside. They recommend trying the Sangria in the summer it is fruity and delicious.

If you are looking for a party Topo Martim Moniz is the best place for you to go because they bring the party every night with live DJs and an epic dance floor. Do yourself a favor and check out the special drink menu because they are always changing up and inventing new drinks. Topo Martim Moniz should be high on the list if you are looking for a fun night out at a Lisbon rooftop restaurant.

Find Topo Martim Moniz here: Petrosseria, Praça Martim Moniz 548, 1100-341 Lisboa, Portugal

Via Graça is a Staple in Lisbon 

Via Graça is one of the oldest and best Lisbon restaurants with a view. They have been open for over 30 years and have a passion for cuisine. Here you can enjoy fine dining with plenty of seafood, meat, and pasta dishes for you to choose from. 

If you are a vino lover then Via Graça would be a perfect night out for you because they have so a great selection to choose from. They are open every day from 12:30 to midnight and are one of the most elegant restaurants with a view Lisbon.

The address to Via Graca is Rua Damasceno Monteiro 9-B, 1170-108 Lisbon

Varanda de Lisboa Panoramic Restaurant

Varanda de Lisboa is one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view inside Hotel Mundia. The chefs here are all pros and love cooking traditional Portuguese cuisine with counterparty touches to keep them modern. You will love the floor-to-ceiling windows, circular bar, and all the fancy touches throughout.

There are plenty of options to choose from including mussels in a wine sauce, tenderloin steak with mushrooms, and shrimp and scallops in rice just to name a few. They are open at 12:30 every day so be sure to stop by for a yummy lunch with a view in Lisbon. 

Find Varanda at Praça Martim Moniz 2, 1100-341 Lisboa, Portugal

Five Oceans for Fine Dining in Lisbon 

Five Oceans is one of the best Portuguese restaurants in Lisbon with a view of the marina and the Tagus River. Here you can enjoy elegant and fine dining without breaking the bank. They recommend trying the yummy tiger shrimp with lime, or the steak with shrimp and rosemary.

They are open from Monday to Saturday from 12 pm to 12 am and on Sundays, they close early at 5 pm.  Five Oceans takes pride in its dishes and only uses fresh ingredients that are delivered daily making them one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view of the river.

You can find Five Oceans at Doca de Santo Amaro, Armazém 12, 1350-353 Lisboa, Portugal

Lost In Resturant has a Fun Vibe 

At Lost In they invite to you come and spend your time in their zin environment and get lost in the moment. With beautiful colors, textures, and vibes of Lost In you are going to leave in a much happier mood. Here you can enjoy light snacks or a full meal while gazing over beautiful Lisbon or sitting out in the garden.

You will not go thirsty on your trip to Lost In. There is a full cocktail and mocktail menu here with anything you could think of. They are also very friendly to all of your dietary needs here as well. If you are in search of a chill place to spend a few hours then Lost In is one of the best Lisbon restaurants with a view for you!

Lost in address is Beco dos Apóstolos, 6. 1200-028 Lisboa

Madame Petisca for Tapas 

Madame Petisca has been serving up tapas and is one of the best places to go if you are looking for lunch with a view in Lisbon. They have been open since 2016 and they specialize in Tapas. They always have fresh and healthy options on the menu. This is because they want you to leave feeling happy, healthy, and full. 

The environment at Madame Petisca is welcoming for big groups, a date night out, and the solo traveler. All are welcome and all will have a wonderful time at one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view.

You can find Madame Petisca at Rua de Santa Catarina, nº 17 – Lisbon

Vestigius Bar & Restaurant is a Waterfront Restaurant in Lisbon 

At Vestigius you will find one of the best waterfront restaurants in Lisbon. When you sit on the terrace you will be right at the mouth of the Tagus River. As you sip your cocktail or have your snack you can sit and watch the boats sailing by.

Order yourself some Portuguese classic dishes. They specialize in seafood, tapas plates, salads, steaks and so much more. If you are in the area you will not regret the time you spend at Vestigiuis Bar!

To get to one of the best restaurants in Lisbon with a view go to Vestigius at Cais do Sodré 8 1200, 1200-161 Lisboa, Portugal.

Faz Figura for Portuguese Flavors 

Faz Figura is where you can go if you are looking to have an experience with delicious food, wine, and views. They are always cooking up something new with traditional Portuguese flavors in mind. At Faz Figura, they have over 50 bottles of wine in-house that you can try. And if you need help the staff is always ready with recommendations.

They also have plenty of soups, meats, kinds of pasta, and fish for you to enjoy. If you are looking for somewhere to pop in and enjoy one of the best Lisbon restaurants with a view of the river then you need to check out Faz Figura.

To get there head to Rua do Paraíso, 15B 1100-395 Lisbon

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Ooooh what a tasty list! I’ve tried some places already but I’ll have a look at some others. Go A Lisboa is pretty new and you might want to check this one out also!

Okay thank you so much I def. will

Last year I spent a month in Lisbon but only went to 2 restaurants (COVID…) this year I will be going for 6 weeks and I am getting out of the Airbnb (the food is so good in the markets!) and into more restaurants. Thanks for these GREAT suggestions, I will be referring back to this list!

Yay! Have fun 🙂

The Carmo Rooftop sounds lovely, being inside the Archaeological Museum!

Yes it is so wonderful to get both!

Looks like a lovely selection of restaurants. Thanks for sharing with us!

of coarse! I hope it helps you 🙂

This post is making me so hungry!!

lol good! Hopefully you can eat at one of these places soon 😉

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