Lisbon’s dining scene offers exceptional Portuguese cuisine at surprisingly affordable prices. From traditional tascas serving bacalhau and grilled sardines for €10-20 to upscale restaurants showcasing modern interpretations, the city satisfies every craving.
Family-run establishments in neighborhoods like Alfama, Chiado, and Santos serve authentic Portuguese food alongside fresh seafood, local wine, and the iconic pastel de nata.
Whether you seek bom e barato spots or fine dining, Lisbon delivers unforgettable gastronomic experiences.
O Velho Eurico
Best For: Groups sharing creative Portuguese dishes
Tucked in Largo São Cristóvão, O Velho Eurico blends traditional tasca charm with modern creativity.
Young chef Zé Paulo Rocha crafts seasonal petiscos from a hand-written chalkboard menu, featuring standouts like lamb croquettes, pastel de leitão, and polvo à lagareiro.
The atmosphere buzzes with light-hearted energy, open windows, and flowing wine. Book one month ahead via Instagram, or brave the hour-long line with drinks in hand.
Perfect for sharing multiple creative Portuguese dishes with friends.
Opening: Book one month ahead via Instagram
Atmosphere: Light-hearted energy with open windows, flowing wine, and seasonal hand-written menus create buzzing casual vibes
Menu Highlights:
- Lamb croquettes
- Pastel de leitão (suckling pig pastry)
- Polvo à lagareiro (olive oil octopus)
- Borrego e castanhas (lamb and chestnuts)
- Arroz de pato
Cervejaria Ramiro
Best For: Seafood lovers seeking abundant shellfish
Anthony Bourdain put Cervejaria Ramiro on the map in 2013, and this seafood institution remains perpetually packed.
Located at Av. Alm. Reis 1 H, the cervejaria serves everything by the kilo: lobster, prawns, crab, and garamba à guilho across three floors.
Don’t miss the prego port sandwich, a tender meat creation with sweet-spicy mustard that locals devour as dessert.
Reserve ahead at cervejariaramiro.com or prepare to wait. Ideal for groups sharing abundant seafood.
Opening: Reservations highly recommended at website
Atmosphere: Always packed across three floors with tourists and locals enjoying seafood by the kilo in lively setting
Menu Highlights:
- Lobster by the kilo
- Prawns and crab
- Garamba à guilho (grilled prawns)
- Prego port sandwich with sweet-spicy mustard
- Fresh fish selection
Time Out Market
Best For: Sampling multiple cuisines one visit
Cais do Sodré’s Time Out Market gathers Lisbon’s top chefs under one historic roof.
This curated food hall offers everything from traditional Portuguese petiscos to international cuisines, with Manteigaria’s legendary pastel de nata anchoring the dessert scene.
Communal seating creates a lively atmosphere perfect for groups with diverse tastes.
Sample multiple vendors in one visit from fresh seafood to gourmet meats at affordable €€ prices. Open daily with riverfront proximity.
Opening: Open daily with extended hours
Atmosphere: Communal seating in historic market hall creates lively vibe with curated vendors and riverfront proximity nearby
Menu Highlights:
- Manteigaria pastel de nata
- Traditional Portuguese petiscos
- Fresh seafood stalls
- Gourmet meat vendors
- International cuisine options
Casa do Alentejo
Best For: Regional Alentejo cuisine historic palace
Step into a 17th-century Moorish palace at R. das Portas de Santo Antão 58 and discover Alentejo’s regional cuisine.
The cultural center’s tavern surrounds a courtyard with an ancient olive tree, serving migas com porco, table-cooked chouriço, and traditional bread stuffing.
Open all afternoon, perfect for late lunch.
This hidden Baixa gem combines ornate tiles, historic architecture, and authentic Alentejo flavors in an unexpected petisco spot that feels worlds away from touristy Lisbon.
Opening: Open all afternoon for lunch
Atmosphere: 17th-century Moorish palace with courtyard olive tree, ornate tiles, and hidden gem cultural center feeling
Menu Highlights:
- Migas com porco (bread stuffing with pork)
- Chouriço cooked at the table
- Traditional Alentejo bread stuffing
- Regional specialties from Alentejo
- Petisco-style tapas plates
Taberna Da Rua Das Flores
Best For: Intimate seasonal Portuguese family dining
This Chiado gem at Rua das Flores 103-109 epitomizes authentic Portuguese dining.
Nine tables, hand-written chalkboard menus, and seasonal local ingredients define the intimate experience.
Arrive 30 minutes before opening with no reservations, cash only.
The veal tartare deserves double orders, while whitefish with coconut milk-lime-chili showcases creative brilliance.
Family-owned warmth pervades the tiny space where kitchen and dining room merge. Expect €75 for an unforgettable meal with wine.
Opening: Lunch only, arrive early, cash
Atmosphere: Tiny nine-table family-owned space where kitchen merges with dining room creating intimate seasonal experience
Menu Highlights:
- Veal tartare (order twice)
- Whitefish with coconut milk, lime and chili
- Smoked escalopes
- Seasonal local ingredients
- Hand-written daily specials
Pastel de Nata (Manteigaria/Pastéis de Belém)
Best For: Iconic Portuguese custard tart experience
Portugal’s iconic custard tart demands your attention.
Pastéis de Belém, operating since 1837 with a secret monastery recipe, anchors the Belém neighborhood.
For modern convenience, Manteigaria’s multiple locations including TimeOut Market deliver artisan versions at €1.50.
Castro’s Art Deco boutique shops in deep blue and gold serve consistently balanced, harmoniously flavored tarts.
Pair with €1 espresso and cinnamon sprinkle. Each bite represents Portuguese culinary heritage at affordable luxury with flaky pastry meets creamy caramelized perfection.
Opening: Daily, multiple locations available citywide
Atmosphere: Art Deco boutique shops with deep blue golden details serving fresh tarts in roaring 20s aesthetic
Menu Highlights:
- Pastel de nata with cinnamon
- €1 espresso pairing
- Fresh-made custard tarts daily
- Secret monastery recipe (Belém)
- Artisan versions at multiple spots
The Folks
Best For: World-class specialty coffee boutique experience
This world-class coffee roastery earned spots among the best 100 globally.
The Santos location at R. de São Bento 51 is prettiest with pillows everywhere creating a cloud-soft atmosphere while yellow Tram 28 glides past.
Order French toast with lime-vanilla latte, or simply excellent coffee with biscuits.
Multiple locations serve specialty brews and artisan pastries at affordable prices.
Perfect for morning fuel, afternoon breaks, or Instagram-worthy tram photography. Walk-ins only with intimate seating rewards early arrivals.
Opening: Walk-ins only, multiple city locations
Atmosphere: Cloud-soft pillows everywhere with Tram 28 passing by creating cozy boutique Instagram-worthy coffee setting
Menu Highlights:
- French toast signature dish
- Lime and vanilla latte
- Specialty coffee with biscuits
- Artisan pastries selection
- Award-winning coffee roasts
Cacué
Best For: Elevated traditional Portuguese without twists
Saldanha’s Cacué at R. Tomás Ribeiro 93 C honors Portuguese tradition without modern twists.
This beautiful space serves the highest-quality classic dishes including cabidela, bacalhau à Brás, and carapauzinhos with tomato rice.
Prices reach €€-€€€, reflecting meticulous ingredient sourcing and careful preparation.
No fusion, no reinterpretation, just pure Portuguese culinary heritage executed flawlessly.
Sister restaurant Suzana shares this elevated-traditional philosophy. Ideal for experiencing authentic regional cooking in contemporary comfort without compromising authenticity.
Atmosphere: Beautiful modern space serving pure Portuguese tradition with meticulous care and contemporary dining comfort
Menu Highlights:
- Cabidela (chicken blood rice)
- Bacalhau à Brás (salt cod classic)
- Carapauzinhos with tomato rice
- Açorda de camarão (shrimp stew)
- Traditional regional Portuguese dishes
