Pinóquio is a must-visit spot for those who are looking to enjoy authentic Portuguese seafood dishes such as gambas, Formosa clams, and lobster. The restaurant is popular among both locals and tourists.
This bar, kitchen, and mini concert hall ticks all the right boxes: vibe ✔️, delicious food ✔️, super service ✔️. Expect remixed versions of traditional Portuguese staples like grilled seafood, ceviche, and exciting tapas.
Located down a quiet one-way street away from the main tourist thoroughfare. A good place to experience the Portuguese tasca. Visit for classic tapas recipes at cheap prices. The restaurant also markets various artisanal products.
Relaxed-chic restaurant situated on a busy street in the Baixa district, close to the Lisbon Cathedral. The intimate, luminous space offers creative and contemporary Portuguese cuisine. Explore the extensive wine list too.
Part of Lisbon's underground food network and one of many clandestine Chinese restaurants (hence the name). Tucked inside an unassuming apartment building. Portions are big and reasonably priced. Unpretentious dining.
Part of the tavern revival, a seat at Taberna Sal Grosso is among the most coveted in the city. Its modern takes on classic dishes are fun and inexpensive, with choices such as stewed pork cheek, Azorean tuna, and cod tongue salad.
Upscale Portuguese restaurant serving Minho cuisine since 1974. Solar Dos Presuntos is beloved for its fish, seafood, and grilled meats. A chic spot with hearty, regional dishes. Also, the wine list is extensive.
An art-deco-style mansion turned into a successful restaurant. They serve fusion dishes with Portuguese, Yugoslavian, French, and Italian influences. Stays open into the early hours for drinks and music.
Italian flavors meet Portuguese cuisine. Located within the new Ivens Hotel. Rocco's interiors are theatric, from the stylish bar to the flower-print stools and bottle-lined walls. Also, spend time in the accompanying drinks lounge.
Created by renowned chef Koji Yokomizo, the Santos neighborhood installation follows the success of two branches in São Paulo. With its sleek interiors and lengthy menu, by Koji is considered one of the best sushi restaurants in Lisbon.
Located behind Praça dos Restauradores, A Provinciana is an incredibly popular family-run restaurant. The food is simple and unpretentious, yet tasty. Busy on Saturday nights, so arrive early to secure a table.
Michelin star, fine dining experience. The restaurant has two tasting menus highlighting Basque cuisine - Erroak, which comprises classic items from the menu, and Adarrak, which features new creations. Both are paired with fine wine.
Cozy and rustic restaurant pioneering Nepalese cuisine in Lisbon. Dishes feature chicken, vegetables, prawns, and ancestral spices - noted specialties include stewed goat in spicy sauce and traditional lamb curry.
Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine in an intimate setting near the Carmo Convent ruins. Entrée highlights include curried duck, grilled octopus, and queijada. The restaurant has an alfresco terrace for hot days.
With its sights set on serving the best Indian and Nepalese dishes in Lisbon, Oven may have achieved its ambitions. Head chef Hari Chapagain harnesses the traditional tandoor to create fresh and flavorful dishes. A community favorite.
Pan-Asian restaurant offering bao buns, nasi goreng, noodles, and spring rolls - all with a twist. Don't skip the cocktails either. The space itself boasts a hip, neon-infused aesthetic.
Lively tavern with vintage, rustic interiors. Come for seafood favorites, such as tuna steak, fried octopus, codfish cakes, and fish soup served in a bread bowl. Try a shot of local port wine in a chocolate cup for dessert.
A romantic setting for Italian cuisine near the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga. Menu favorites include white truffle pasta and spinach lasagne. Make sure to book ahead when visiting on a weekend or holiday.
Northern Italian regional cuisine that offers a different flare than typical traditional Italian restaurants. Highlight: tortellini e brodo. Great to visit after the Palace of Necessidades.
Pan-Asian restaurant serving street food dishes and cold beers. Enjoy everything from Thai noodles and Vietnamese pho to Malay curries and Korean bao. Stick around for some signature cocktails afterward.
Greek fare in a stylish spot near Compo do Ourique. Expect traditional menu staples including a must-try moussaka and a stellar wine list. Best to order as many dishes as possible and share them with friends. Be prepared for queues.
Izakaya-style tasca by Japanese expat Yuko Yamamoto serving homestyle cuisine made using local, organic vegetables and fish from the Azores. Find staples such as salmon sashimi, tonkatsu, and craft beer.
Bright restaurant serving Portuguese cuisine, including cozido à Portuguesa on Sundays - a traditional mixed meat boil. The airy setting also includes a terrace overlooking the river. Vegetarian options are available.
Large multipurpose food space by chef, Jose Avillez. Comprises a bar, tavern, seafood patio, contemporary restaurant, and a pizzeria. Bairro do Avillez has something for all.
Relaxed restaurant serving Portuguese classics like vegetable soup and octopus. Great drinks venue and the restaurant works hard to be as close to zero waste as possible.
Distinguished tapas restaurant founded on the simple premise of uniting around the dinner table. Headed by Michelin-starred chef Henrique Sá Pessoa. The venue has just 32 seats, including a 10-seat kitchen bar.
One for the carnivores. Eight different cuts of aged meat, light bites, wine, and cocktails in an airy dining room. Here, customers visit for the specialty, dry-aged produce and warm ambience. A commended experience.
Elevated vegetarian fare from a Portuguese-Brazilian chef trained in French and Italian cuisine. Choose from three, five, or seven courses. Visitors can also ask for vegan options and wine pairings, should they so wish.
Cozy wine bar and restaurant just three minutes from the Lisbon Cathedral. Pair any dish with a local wine recommendation from one of the in-store experts. Be warned: this is a popular venue, so it's best to book ahead.
Casual Lisbon steakhouse offering high-quality meats in a beautiful indoor-outdoor space. The restaurant's garden is ideal for an alfresco evening date.
The founders arrived to Lisbon from the port village of Tantura, from which their restaurant takes its name. This spot serves traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean fare in a welcoming and well-appointed environment.
Intimate, candlelit spot where Portuguese ingredients get an Italian twist on a creative sharing menu. Reservations are essential for a seat at the bar or one of the handful of tables.
Sophisticated neighborhood spot focused on the rich, meat-forward cuisine of Portugal's Alentejo region. Classics like stewed partridge and shark soup are the specialty; book well in advance as tables are notoriously hard to get.
Loud, tiled beer hall where fresh shellfish is ordered by weight and served in heaps. The local ritual is to finish the seafood feast with a prego – a simple steak sandwich.
Intimate restaurant with an open kitchen built on a strict zero-waste philosophy. The menu changes weekly, turning ingredients from small Portuguese farms into creative, shareable plates and a tasting menu.
Restaurant characterized by soaring ceilings and an industrial-chic aesthetic. Settled in a former fish factory, Prado provides a farm-to-table experience; with goat's cheese, fried bread, Iberico pork, and organic wine.
