As I continue to slowly get through the large list of review drafts I wrote when I was in Portugal, at this point, a bit over 3 months ago, in no particular order... this was one of two places that ended up on my list of places I had to try a famous bifana sandwich when I was in Lisbon, the other being O Trevo the next day. To both of them equally I say, there are very few places I'd be willing to stand in line for an hour for, and few of them involve meat on bread. Luckily, being the off-season, I didn't have *any* wait to order a sandwich. Unluckily, being the off season, that's also because it kept raining off and on, and this is a strictly take-out affair. So I ended up eating the sandwich under a nearby awning. In nicer weather conditions, though, there are plenty of nearby benches to sit on right there. Would i wait in a long line? I would not. But it was a legitimately great sandwich, great fluffy bread, great cheese if you splurge on cheese (as of a couple months ago, they were 3.5 euro without cheese, 5.5 with cheese), and solid, juicy, meaty meat, even if I do *personally* prefer the thin-sliced version like the other place I went, did. For how filling they are, that'd make them pretty darn affordable, if you don't add cheese, which I would probably keep doing anyway if I lived here, I'd just go when it was the off-season and not busy, *and* not raining*. At least as of when I was there, being a takeout place, they didn't have much in the way of drinks, but there was an unrelated business in the next alcove over selling cheap large glasses of beer and large blended fruity pineapple drinks. p.s. Make sure to absolutely douse your sandwich in mustard and chili oil, if you like spicy food like I do. They're self-serve, and great. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - sandwich with cheese. Great. As pictured, being takeout-only, eaten with a random pole as a table, next door, with a beer from next door :D - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

Two years running this was our favorite bifana. Location was a bit challenging as only the door leading into the restaurant was for locals while the window on the other side served all others. The challenge was the limited sidewalk in front and the lines extend across the street. People don't always realize they're standing in the middle of a street until they get honked at by a car. Menu was posted on the left behind the window. Plain and with cheese bifanas topped the menu but there were other choices as well like carne asada, egg and fish. Cash was the only tender accepted. The pork in the bifanas was constantly simmered and pulled out to make each sandwich individually. The bread was chibatta like and quite soft that enveloped the strips of pork. I added piri piri aauce and yellow mustard (big squirt bottles available on the counters to each side of the window) which gave it more flavor. A simple but great local sandwich. To avoid lines come at odd hours. I also came a little after lunch hour in moderate rain and there was just one person ahead of me. read more

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Hands-down, one of the best things I tried in Lisbon. It is worth the wait. It is worth carrying cash. It is also worth the walk to get to this location. It is located slightly off of the Rossario Square area and it's very walkable within 10 minutes. The bifana was SO good. The pork was tender and juicy. Paired with the mustard and the sweet oil, it was fantastic. A beer also was just a great combination and a must because that's how the locals do it. The fact that it was only around five euros and one of the best places I've eaten in Lisbon, really says a lot. I will warn you depending on what time it is, expect to have a 20 minute wait minimum. English friendly, and service is fast. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Bifana and Beer - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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This is our first Bifana experience, and not trying them in Porto, so we have nothing to compare to. I can just say this one is amazing. Loaded it up with mustard and piri piri oil... and a Super Bock to wash it down. My wife is Celiac, so she could only have the Super Bock. The bifana no chese is 3.50 euro, and with chese is 5.50 euro. I personally dont think the cheese is worth 2 euro, so skip it. read more

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On a recent family trip to Lisbon,after spending the morning touring the Castelo de Sao Jorge,I found myself craving lunch-I wanted something local and something somewhat authentic-I chose the famous Portuguese sandwich bifana at the most famous bifana stand in Lisbon-As Bifanas do Afonso. After a short 5 minute walk down to the stand,I found a pretty good line-I'm guessing the social media reels I've seen about this spot must be true.Luckily for me though,the line moves really fast.,We ended up ordering a few classic Bifanas with no cheese(€3). They were pretty good-I ended up adding some of their spicy mustard and their house Piri-Piri hot sauce,which I swear u could put on anything and make it delicious.Now that I think about it,no shade to the Bifanas but I think I may have liked the hot sauce even more than the sandwiches-a true delight and must try when ordering from this spot. In closing,I will say if u ever find yourself lucky enough to be in Lisbon this place is a for sure must try for a fast in expensive tasty meal/snack-for no trip to Lisbon would be complete without trying the highly popular Bifanas do Afonsos. PS-Two quick tips,this place is cash only,so bring those euros and they are also closed on Sundays-so plan accordingly-Safe travels my friend. read more

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To cheese or not to cheese. That is the question. It's a whopping €2 more (almost double the price) for the Bifana with cheese, but so worth it! Still a relatively cheap eat. The bun was fluffy. The pork was pretty tender, but very salty. I 100% preferred the addition of cheese, a good, healthy dousing of mustard and a drop of hot sauce. Glad we got to try it, but it was a one and done check off our travel list. read more

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Bifanas do Afonso is a staple Lisbon takeout spot tourist and locals love. The line can be very long so be prepared but it goes by very fast. I ordered the classic bifana, and it was very good. Thin slices of pork simmered in a flavorful north for hours and put on a kaiser bun. It's simple but the kind of simple that's perfect with every bite being messy, juicy, and packed with flavor. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Bifanas, half with mustard - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

We came to this bifana stand after hearing about it on social media. There was a long line when we arrived that only got longer as we waited. We finally got to the front after about 20 minutes or so of waiting. I ordered a classic bifana and my boyfriend ordered an al pastor sandwich. The bifana was good but a pretty skimpy portion of meat. I was surprised by this since I've seen photos of other bifanas here with a more balanced meat to bread ratio. The spicy mustard helped give the sandwich some moisture which was needed as the bread was a bit dry. The al pastor sandwich was not great - really tough, dry meat that needed a lot of hot sauce to be deemed edible. We ended up trying a few other bifana places while we were in town and this place had really nice flavor and a great price but the least amount of meat. read more

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CASH Only!!!! We tried Bifanas at some other local place in Lisbon and weren't sure if we actually like them. Came here based on the many TikTok's I saw and local recommendations, this place does piri piri different than the other places and I think that really helps bring the flavours together. Recommend stopping by for bifanas read more

Tried this after walking around all day. For €9.50 for 2 Bifanas a water and a Coke Zero. Not too shabby. Food was good add the chili oil and mustard. Only wish they had some seats right out front. Are standing up. Service was friendly. Food came out quickly. Worth the hype. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

My wife and I were in Lisbon for a week and a buddy said I must get a bifana at this hole in the wall. We hopped on the 28 and rode it down a little since it was a little rainy and we walked up some hilly area about 4 blocks. There was a pretty good size line, but trust me, it moves fast. I quickly got up to the front and ordered a bifana with cheese and a beer. About 8 Euro after the beer I think, very reasonable and the service is curt, but friendly. I took my sandwich to a nearby outside bench and it was super full of pork and moist and sat atop the wonderful bread, matched with an ice cold lager. Heaven in Portugal for under 10 bucks! We were lucky, they sold out and closed ten minutes after I ordered! read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - With cheese. Delish! - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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Probably, the best bargain within all of Lisbon. The place is small, no seating. But the line keeps on going. There is no surprise since the wait is absolutely worth it. For only €25, we were able to get 5 sandwiches and 3 large beers. How can you beat that? The sandwich was really, really delicious. A touch of mustard was only needed to kick it up a notch. It is a must go-to spot if you're ever in Lisbon. read more

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We stopped here on a food tour - a famous local eatery known for its pork sandwiches. One perk of traveling during off-peak months is the lack of tourists; apparently, this is a tourist hotspot made famous by social media. We were lucky that we didn't have to wait - our tour guide took us right to the counter where we got our huge, porky, saucy sandwich and a glass of beer - the only choice we had to make was whether to add piri piri sauce or mustard. The sandwich was huge - I could barely finish it! Very simple sandwich - pork marinated with lots of garlic and wine (I think) - the bread was light, fluffy and delicious! read more

In Portugal, one of their beloved "national sandwiches" is the bifana. Delicious slices of pork simmered in a pot with garlic and wine. What is there not to like? My mouth was watering as we waited in line. We got one with and without the cheese. The bun was super soft with airy pockets to soak up all the juices. So good. You can add mustard or peri peri sauce as well. There is no dine in. We ate them at a nearby bench. Make sure to grab lots of napkins. Don't leave Lisbon without trying one. Closed on Sundays. read more

Amazing pork sandwiches--hot, fresh, tender, and packed with flavor. I love the mustard and chili oil you can add for an extra kick. There are plenty of options, but I highly recommend sticking with the classic marinated pork sandwich. It's cash only and very affordable. I loved it so much that I came here twice while in Lisboa. The first time was in the morning for breakfast, and service was quick. There were only three or four people ahead of me, mostly locals dining inside. There's not much seating, but you can stand outside or sit in the nearby plaza. Orders are placed inside, and there's even a handwashing station available. In the afternoon, it gets super busy. When it's crowded, you order from a window instead. The line stretched well out the door, and I waited about 30 minutes, but it moved quickly. Would definitely come back again and recommend to anyone visiting the city!! read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Bifanas - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

The Best Bifana in Lisbon -- Hands Down Stopped by Bifanas do Afonso (3 times) and was absolutely blown away. The pork was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor -- perfectly seasoned and served in a soft, crusty roll that stood up to all of the soaked goodness. Simple, fast, and unbelievably satisfying. The woman at the window was friendly and very efficient, and the vibe was pure Lisbon: no frills, just amazing food. Grabbed a cold beer to go with it and sat at one of the blue tables like a local. This is the kind of place you dream about long after you've left. A must-visit for anyone who loves authentic Portuguese street eats. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - 3 Bahamas for two!!! - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

I have a hard and fast rule where I always stop at a food stand if there's: 1. A line. 2. Meaty sandwiches being served. Personally, I'm an ignorant American that thought "bifanas" was going to be beef, but I was not sad when I found out it was actually delicious, tender pork that was stewed in white wine and spices, slapped on a fresh roll, and handed to me for the amazing price of 3 euro (an extra 1.50 will get you some cheese). They have both mustard and chili oil available for slathering, and I recommend both. The guys behind the counter are no nonsense, and they are just trying to get through the line. There's no seating at the stand, but luckily, you're in the middle of a nice little square that's perfect for eating and drinking the beer that goes so well with the bifana. If you find yourself in the 'hood, you should absolutely stop and get a sandwich. read more

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Bifanas do Afonos was on the top of my list since many people raved about the delicious bifana's they serve. When I arrived the line was down the street. Don't get discouraged, the line moves fast and you can even enjoy a nice cold beer while you wait. There is a very nice liquor store down the street to purchase waters or ice cold beer. The street is filled with aromas from the tasty pork being cooked, which will cause your stomach to growl. I ordered the bifana without cheese. The bifanas was 3 Euros. Very reasonable. One thing to note is this place is cash only. The bifana were very flavorful. Don't miss the mustard and the piri piri. Both compliment the bifana well. The hype was real and it didn't disappoint. Bifana do Afonos doesn't have seating outside but there are a number of benches where customers are recommended to sit to enough the delicious bifana. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Bifana without cheese - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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We stopped by for lunch and the line was very long but moved quickly. The prices are very reasonable and my bifanas with cheese and lots of their chili oil was delicious. They're cash only. It's just an ordering window so there isn't really a place to sit and eat but it's adjacent to a square so a bunch of people were loitering and eating their food off of ledges or sills or really anything else they could find. The service is super speedy. read more

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Definitely, not the best that I have had including in the States. Meat, to me, was tough at times and fatty. Not a lot of juice placed on bread like in the videos. Overall, I wouldn't wait more than 30 minutes as you could go to a restaurant and sit to order somewhere else. Cash only. read more

The tiniest stall with a tiny door. Maybe 4ppl can fit standing inside if you take off your backpack. Be forewarned that letting some space to let people out you will unknowingly invite an older lady to cut in line to order her food before you even know what happened. It's what happened to us. The guy taking orders saw what happened and just let her. Oh well. We were next in line. Ordered 2bifanas and doused it with mustard and piri piri sauce. I think the sandwich definitely needs both as it's not as flavorful as I expected. Good to try, but I think once was enough for me. The bread was too chewy for my liking and the potato chips tasted a little stale even though they were in a plastic bag. Cheap eat, but I'm not craving it. read more

Note: cash only One of my friends had recommended this place while I was in Lisbon, so I decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, there was a long line of folks waiting on a Friday afternoon at 1:15 pm, but we still got in. It ended up being around a 40 minute wait from start to when we ordered, which is much longer than I would've wanted to wait, but oh well. At least the sandwiches came out quickly after we ordered. The menu is super straightforward. They're known for their bifanas, which is a pork sandwich, but they have some other options as well. I got a bifana for only 3€, and my friend got the chicken sandwich plus a beer for 6.70€. That's not bad at all! The only annoying thing is that it's a takeout only spot with no seating. They have some counters right outside where you can stand and eat, but we opted to eat at the benches in the same plaza. I thought the bifana was good but not amazing. I think you're supposed to add other condiments on top like mustard or hot sauce, but I'm not a condiments kinda gal and ate it plain with just the bread and meat. The pork was very flavorful but the texture was a bit off for me. Still, I'm glad I tried a bifana while I was in Portugal. read more

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Cash only order window and usually has about a 30 minute queue. Line was short so we decided to get some Bifanos since we had not yet had one in Portugal. I really wanted to like the sandwich more than I did. Good flavor but a lot of tough fatty bits in the sandwich, nice bun though. Have your choice of mustard or a spicy oil. Went mustard on mine. 2 regular Bifanos a large beer and a Coke were 11.20 euros, so a great deal and I am glad we gave them a try, but not sure I would go back unless I just needed a fast sandwich. read more

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Great spot for a quick bite of Portugal's iconic pork sandwich. This spot is popular for many reasons. 1) it's relatively cheap (€3-6). 2) it's delicious (check out the lines and those eating around the stall). 3) it's different (most are served fried but cold, here it is sautéed and warm). The only downside is that there's no seating - but I guess their savings is passed on to the customer in terms of cheaper pricing! It was busy up until closing at 630pm when I tried it, and that's during the non-touristy season! Final note: this place is cash only! read more

This spot is great for a quick bite to eat but keep in mind - cash only! The line gets pretty long. We got there around 3p in the afternoon. This was the second best bifana we had in Portugal but still really good! The prices are super cheap as well. A "big beer" is a typical pint that we're used to so I would go with that option, especially if you're thirsty. You order at the window and eat the sandwich on the street. I topped my bifana with a hefty dose of chili oil because I just felt like the mustard took away a lot of the flavor of the sandwich. I would recommend stopping by! read more

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Had to see what the hype was all about. I was not disappointed! Unfortunately scores of Instagram obsessed tourists from all over the world line up for these tasty pork sandwiches served au jus on a fresh roll making the wait lengthy at peak times (30-45 minutes) but oh, so worth it. Ordered the classic bifana (meat and juice on bun) and one with cheese. Don't miss the mustard and piri piri and be prepared to indulge on a hot Lisbon afternoon. 2 sandwiches and a cold beer only set me back 10 €. Cash only! When they're gone they close for the day...don't count on the hours. Go!! read more

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Saw a YouTube video of a guy recommending this place before our Lisbon trip. Husband and I thought we should try it out. This place is very popular and we waited in a long line but it went by fairly quickly even though it's a small establishment. We waited about 30-40 mins. It is a must try at least once. We got the bifana with cheese and it was for 4.50 euros. Boy, do I love soft cheese. It really made the sandwich better. Make sure to put mustard and the chili oil! It will enhance the sandwich as it does not have any veggies. It's just meat, cheese and bread. The seating area was crowded and taken so we decided to walk down to the water and eat it. The sandwich was piping hot and the meat was tender and no fatty meat. We had tried a bifana at a different location and it had fatty meat that the hubby does not like. I don't mind fatty parts. Husband said he wouldn't wait in line again for it a second time but I would. read more

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Quick, delicious and everything as advertised. Counter service, people lining up anticipating, very festive atmosphere and they're spot on. read more

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This is one of those local gems and a must try when you're in Lisbon. Have you heard of Strictly Dumpling? I was watching Mikey Chen's Lisbon video, and he tried the bifanas here. This was worth the hike up the street. The sandwich was surprisingly tasty with the mustard and chili oil. Wash it down with some draft beer that's less than 2€\glass. This place is a nice breakfast option because it's not too filling and not sweet. I wanted to try the cod fritter, but they don't do that in the morning. It's just a small shop, so there were no bathrooms. Cash only!! read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Menu from November 2023 - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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Excellent breakfast! I had the famous Portuguese Bifana Sandwich. It is thin slices of pork marinated and simmered in white wine, garlic and paprika served on a fantastic roll. This place gets busy so opted to get this for breakfast which worked great. Highly recommend. So glad that I had this sandwich. Memorable. read more

A must in Lisbon! The wait and hype is real! My friend had told me about this place and how he went 2x and braved the long lines. I waited for close to 45 miutes. The pork sandwich w/ beer is a common snack or meal in Lisbon. This place is one of the best at making it. Fresh and juicy hot pork on bread. No sauce or cheese really needed. Maybe small dab of mustard? Very inexpensive and worth every euro! There are some benches nearby but everyone just stands around and gulf down their sandwich! read more

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Hands down, best snack in Lisbon. We got these bifanas 3 times in two days LOL Super cheap, super flavorful, and super simple. For 2,70€, you can get a sandwich with marinated pork which is the traditional bifana. You NEED to put mustard and chili oil on it too. As I write this, I'm drooling and wish I could get another one read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

Fantastic! We went on a Tuesday afternoon around 1 o'clock, and there was no line at all. Add some mustard, some chili sauce, and then make the walk down to the water, which is about 10 minutes and enjoy. Salty deliciousness! $5 (euro) for bifana with cheese. Do it! read more

Delicious meat sandwich. They prepared the meat in the white wine for 24 hours, so the sandwich tastes so savory. It's a street food so there is no seating. But the servers are very nice people. read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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We stumbled across this place as we were headed to the Alfama neighborhood and I recalled watching a video about the sandwiches here. There was probably like 25-30 people in front of us around 2pm and we joined the queue and waited about 30 min to order the bifana sandwich. It was 3 euros for just the sandwich and only took about 2 min for the sandwich to be made. There's just a constant stream of customers so they just package one sandwich after the other. I unwrapped and added mustard to the pork sandwich and took my first bite. It wasn't quite what I expected as it was gushing with pork juice as I expected. The bread was great and the pork was good overall. The taste overall was milder than I expected and I would try their sandwich again if the line was shorter. It was the only bifana sandwich I had during the trip so I can't compare it to much but would recommend a visit since it's an iconic establishment read more

So good we went back TWICE during our trip. Big thing to remember is that they're cash only! And expect a long line if you go during peak hours. Food: I tried both the bifana with and without cheese. I preferred it without cheese. Let the simple ingredients do the talking. It also really does pair great with a beer so I would suggest getting one! Location: I would plan to grab your food and eat it at a local nearby park. Not much seating and the tables right outside are for the stand next door so the ambiance can be a little stressful if eating there. Worth the hype read more

We came here for breakfast and there was no line (when we passed by during lunch the line was SUPER LONG - so remember that). The pork stew sandwich (2.5) was so satisfying. They make it fresh right in front of you. The meat is stewing away in a pot and it's just delicious. It's just Portuguese bun and pork but it's addictive. Usually pork can be pretty dry but this wasn't dry at all. The chewiness of the bread and the tenderness of the pork went so well together. They have mustard on the table - remember to add some because it brings it up to a whole other level. I wanted to try their fried fish cake but I think they only serve it during lunch. I would definitely recommend this place. Tip: get lots of napkins because you'll need it when the juices start dripping down your arm read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

We were surprised how good it was. It is in a very busy area but super tasty. I would go again.

One of the things that we prioritize when traveling overseas is learning about the food and culture. Therefore, at the top of our itinerary when we arrived in Lisbon, was to go on a food and wine tour. Our third stop on the tour led us to As Bifanas do Afonso. Our tour guide ordered everyone on the tour a Bifana with a beer on the side (that should be made into a jingle!). The tour guide explained that Bifanas consists of slices of pork that are marinated with white wine and garlic. When the Bifanas arrived at our table, I have to respectfully admit, they looked bare. However, the key that unlocked the deliciousness of the sandwich was within arm reach on the table....piri-piri sauce! If you have not experienced the goodness of a Bifana or Chicken + piri-piri sauce, I highly recommend that you try it! Unfortunately, I cannot speak to the customer service of this establishment because our tour guide handled the transaction that secured the Bifanas and beer. However, I can speak to their delicious Bifanas! read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - Delicious...you gotta try the piri-piri hot sauce! - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

Deal of the day: 2 great tasting bifanas + 1 small beer = 6.70 euros! After looking around for a budget friendly, simple place to have a quick brunch, we stumbled upon this place. It is quite popular and there was a queue but it moved reasonably quickly. There were 2 groups in front of us, and we waited for about 10 min to get to the front and get our food, but was totally worth it. Bifanas is a sandwich with slow cooked seasoned pork...you put a bit of yellow mustard and chili water, and it's great! Also went great with a small beer to wash it all down, even though it was still 11 am! ;) No need to eat fancy all the time, and sometimes finding these local, hole-in-the-wall places are the best! read more

As Bifanas do Afonso - 2 bifana sandwiches + beer = 6.70 euros - Fast Food Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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