We arrived jet-lagged, tired, exhausted, hungry as hell... and this place was highly recommended to…read moreus so we made the long and windy trek down the hill - through back alleys - stairwells - etc - just to get there. We sat on the patio as it was nice and warm this particular day. Our waitress was consistent and attentive - very nice and given it was our first time to Lisbon she explained different types of food we had not yet learned about. I ordered the Sea Bass and it was served butterfly style and chargrilled (not breaded) and it was perfectly seasoned and even though she brought oil and vinegar to the table it was really not needed for the fish. The little burst potatoes were cooked just right as well - sometimes potatoes get dry when cooking --- Portugal has this absolutely figured out. And last but 100% not least - this was the best Sangria my husband and I have ever had. We tried at last 6 other pitchers at different locations that week and not a single one held a candle to this one... its *the* best.

The pork bife sandwich and warmed sheep's milk cheese with tomato jam were favorites here…read more Definitely authentic Portuguese that caters to all of the food your crowds. Delicious grilled sardines too and service can't be beat.

We had an outstanding experience at daPrata52, and it was easily one of our favorite meals in…read moreLisbon. The food across the board was excellent--every dish we tried was flavorful, well-prepared, and felt thoughtfully put together. You can tell there's real intention behind both the menu and execution. What really elevated the experience, though, was our waiter, Bernardo. He brought incredible energy to the table--full of personality, engaging, and genuinely fun to interact with. At the same time, his service was top-notch: attentive without being overbearing, helpful with recommendations, and clearly passionate about what he does. Great food is one thing, but when you pair it with service like that, it turns into a memorable experience. Highly recommend--and if you get Bernardo, you're in for a great time.

daPrata52 is a fantastic Tapas restaurant to at is definitely worth a visit. It comes with some…read morerules--each is customer is required to order at least 2 tapas that are about a half meal each--then you can share them. I had read in Yelp that lines could be long, but we arrived early. They have a little red rope at the door where they explain the rules. The interior is kind of eclectic. They have wines at three price points, we got a really nice bottle of red called Pops reserve. For the tapas, we ordered the assorted cheeses, octopus risotto, duck breast with chips (not normally on the menu), and ceviche. All were superb. We started with the duck and ceviche. The duck was braised perfectly and seasoned well, wonderful. Then the ceviche had swordfish and tuna. I am not normally a sword fan, but this was very tasty. Next up were the cheese and risotto. The risotto was incredible, buttery and delicious. The cheese plate had 5 cheeses of different intensity. All were great, particularly the goat ones. It came with a pumpkin jam which I had never had before, but was very good. I definitely recommend this place

Teeny tiny tapas place nestled in with two other tapas places, so make sure you go to the right…read moreone. Tiny kitchen and tiny indoor area, with a more comfortable outdoor area where most people sit and watch the passers bys in the Alfama. The food was delicious- the traditional style cod, cod croquettes, and octopus salad.

Stumbled across the this amazing, quintessential Alfama pestiscos restaurant. Food was amazing, and…read morethe owner was so nice and humble. Must eat here

Loved this place! A great place to drink wine and try some tapas! The menu has a wide variety of…read moredrinks and food. Workers were all nice and gave great recommendations! Let us try the wines before we decided on one! Wish they had more outside seating but we were able to sit in the window which was really nice! Overall a great atmosphere and time! Food was great and wine was too!

A wonderful place to stop & savor some bites and tastes of Portugese wines. Great service, friendly…read moreknowledgeable staff who will not hesitate to suggest or fine tune the wines & flavors to help you get the most enjoyable drink for you.

If you're in Sintra, do NOT miss Tascantiga. It was easily our favorite meal of the trip. It feels…read morelike dining in someone's Portuguese family home, with mismatched plates and charm in every detail. The sangria (by the glass or in a clay jug) is a must.  We went all in as a group of four diners, ordering the sardine sandwich (incredibly fresh and layered with flavor), fried fish, octopus, scrumptious pig cheeks, and the most delicious chicken wings. Honestly, I could've skipped the steak sandwich, but everything else was outstanding. Didn't make it to dessert, but the plates we saw heading to other tables looked good. Even the bathroom adds to the experience, decorated like a home, complete with fake hanging "laundry". We walked in during a busy lunch time on a weekend day. Indoor and outdoor seating is available depending on the weather.

Enjoyed this family style restaurant in the heart of Sintra square. Friendly staff. Generous…read moreportions.

Delicious variety of many different types of Portuguese foods, served as tapas. Very friendly and…read moreattentive service. Surprisingly quiet location allowing good conversation. At the top of our list for Lisboa!

Lots of options, between 5 of us at least one person loved each dish. Coming from Canada we wanted…read moreto experience local cuisine and this was an amazing way to do exactly that. Our 11 year absolutely loved the chicken gizzards, who would have known!! Give it a try, an excellent way to try new food. Staff were also amazing and made it a great experience.

Hands down, my favorite place I tried in Portugal. The food, the ambiance, the drinks, everything…read morewas on point. And the service was AMAZING!! Gabby got us in for a last minute reservation which we so appreciated and our server, Morghana, was so so sweet, fun, and helpful with the menu. Everything about this place was amazing. Definitely a must stop when you're in the neighborhood.

food: overall yummy, the fish tempura had a bitter taste from poor frying or something, also the…read morepica pau was a bit tough I really enjoyed the pork belly, oxtail bao, churros, & the obsession cocktail Service: based off food I would've given this place a 4 star but the service was great so I boosted it to a 5 star. Really sweet staff & the power was cutting off which they handled professionally Ambiance: I like the interior, they also have a small outdoor section that looks great when it's warm out

From the owner: Somos Joana Come a Tapa um pequeno restaurante de Tapas e Petiscos em Alcochete…read more Temos um horário alargado e não Encerramos a cozinha para que possa Petiscar das 12.00 às 23.00 porque nunca sabemos quando o Apetite aparece... "Só podemos cozinhar bem se gostarmos de pessoas" e nós gostamos...

I had such high hopes for this place. Not sure why but I think it was just the mention of black…read morepudding with pineapple that had me wanting to try here. The service was slow but I could see why when they only have one person running around upstairs and you don't mind lingering over dinner. I asked for bread and got it on the fourth attempt which I wasn't too happy about as I noticed other tables got theirs before I did. Just a little niggle. Black pudding came with apple which was superb. The bread when it arrived was also v good. Wine selection was also decent.

Wasn't my favourite in Lisbon but even so it had stiff competition. The service was sttained as…read moreit's a 1 woman show. The octopus was a highlight. The wine was pretty good but hard to secure a refill given the service.

Experiencing fado, a type of Portuguese song, is high on the list of to-dos in every Lisbon…read moreguidebook. Having experienced fado outside of Portugal I didn't feel strongly that it was a must-do, but when I found myself at night on the street that is known for fado I prioritized it. For the best fado experience I recommend an intimate space, hopefully crowded with people but also with a view to the performers. Tasca do Chico is exactly that place. The doorman told us that space was standing room only, at the (tiny) bar. From there we could see and hear the performers while ordering food and drink. We'd not been there long before we were offered an available seat at a table which caused us to order more food and drink and stay a little longer. The fado here is quite good, made even more enjoyable as the artists change quite frequently; a song or two and a new artist steps forward, all very talented and enjoyable to watch and hear. The fado places tend to have lines out the door and a doorman managing entry. A place across the street looked much bigger but the intimacy is, in my opinion, what makes the experience both unique and special. Even if you have to start at the bar, Tasca do Chico is a great place to experience fado.

The only downside of this place was the wait , nearly an hour to get into the bar and another 20…read moreminutes before we were seated (they do have a minimum spend per person for the table). On the bright side, I met some new friends in line, and honestly, it was worth it even though I hoped the wait was shorter. The drinks and performances were incredible and exceeded my expectations. It's a small place so the performances felt very intimate, what a memorable night! Just a heads up: they only take cash, so don't make the same mistake I did. Cheers!