Manteigaria is a charming little shop that delivers one of the most satisfying and authentic pastel…read morede nata experiences you will find in Lisbon. What makes it special is watching the pastries being handmade right in front of you, which adds a level of freshness and craftsmanship that you can actually taste. The service was super fast and friendly. The pastel de nata came out perfectly, with that delicate flaky crust and warm custard that just hits differently when you know it was made moments ago. The espresso was equally impressive, rich and smooth, and the two together make for a simple but near perfect combination. If you are in the area, this is an easy and very satisfying stop.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Oh no. Am I the only one who doesn't like the pastel de nata custard tarts this restaurant is so…read morefamous for? The crust was super flaky and the tart was nice and warm out of the oven, but I didn't like the flavor of the custard. I did forget to add cinnamon to the top, but I don't think it would have helped me personally. The woman who stood next to me at the counter had a nearly orgasmic experience next to me, so it's obvious that my taste buds are apparently off. I loved the patience of the server, who got confused when I told her I wanted to eat in but wanted to take water to go. Note to self...Portuguese folks want to have their "to go" as "takeaway." What I also didn't know was that there was no place to sit!! I scooted down the counter just like all the other folks to watch the bakers prep the next gozillion pastries for the day. That was interesting. Then, I didn't know how to bus my dishes. I just left them on the counter like all the other folks and went away. I wouldn't skip going because of my personal taste buds, though. Enjoy it for yourself and let me know if you have a different opinion than I did!

Happened to be walking by, decided to go in for a cup of café. The man taking our order was so…read morefriendly and nice. Speaks English and tried to teach me Portuguese. Americano café delicious as were pastries. Even have a selection of Portuguese products for sale... jams, spreads, fresh cheeses, Port wine, water bottle etc....

Great place for a quick breakfast. Lots of different breakfast sandwiches. Make sure to get them…read moreheated. And add butter to the toast. Sooooo good. Coffee was great. Smooth and delicious. Nice seating area. Shop is located right in front of public transit.

I stopped by here to pick up some small bites while waiting for the cable car to arrive. Ordered…read moresome: Empanadas Croquette carne 2 egg tarts 1 croissant 1 ham cheese croissant Was decent and we got full , it's like a small breakfast.

Walked in for a nice cold beer. I ended up eating and have little food before getting my zzz…read more This is not a trendy place but very busy for the locals, regular customers. The wait is rather slow but understandable. They have a full menu from breakfasts to dinner as most restaurants and cafes here. I think the prices are very reasonable and the portions aren't ginormous compare to an American dining experience that I'm accustomed to. I tried the plain grilled cutttle fish with ink which, comes with their version of white rice. It tasted as i expected. It didn't have extra oomph in flavors. I think they stick with the basic salt and nothing else as seafood I think, can be left alone as plainly salted. No surprises or extra presentations but looks and tastes good with cold beers. Cleanliness is at par and inexpensive.

My self-important 8,000th Yelp review calls for a historic place that makes the Pastel de Belém, a…read morepastry tart so popular they sell upwards of 50,000 of them daily from this one bakery cafe. I had been here about fifteen years ago on a solo trip when I waited in an endless queue for a takeout order. That same line still existed a couple of weeks ago when Jamie W and I visited on my return to Lisbon. This time, we decided to try the dine-in option which I wasn't even aware of until I saw a YouTube video from a travel vlogger who recommended it. Sure enough, the line was a lot shorter and moved quite a bit faster. It turned out they serve up to 400 people in an expansive dining room. The menu goes beyond the pastels and offers croquettes, salt cod fritters, various sandwiches, and other pastries. Of course we ordered the 1,6€ Pasteis de Belem. Four of them (Photo 6). Based on a secret recipe dating back to 1837, they compare favorably to the multitude of competitors, even Manteigaria, whose shops appear almost everywhere in Lisbon. The custard filling is creamy but not excessive and it's not overly sweetened. The standout is the thick and flaky crust, tender with a touch of salt. The 2€ Iced Coffees with Milk was a nice complement. Since we didn't have time to get lunch while sauntering through Belem, we decided to take advantage of their cafe menu and each ordered the 3,9€ Tuna and Mayo with Boiled Egg and Lettuce on Mixed Wheat Toast (Photo 9). I know it sounds simple, but it satisfied much like the kombini sandos in Tokyo. Totally worthy of my 8,000 milestone. FOOD - 5 stars...the pastels are still the bomb 189 years later...the sandwich worked, too AMBIANCE - 5 stars...surprisingly spacious...you can also see the production process through large show windows on the way to the dining room SERVICE - 5 stars...a cordial and attentive server who had to juggle a lot of tables TOTAL - 5 stars...definitely a must-stop next to the equally essential Jeronimos Monastery RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/36G55Oqisd

Hot chocolate -- 10/10 -- might be the best I've had (even better than the authentic french hot…read morechocolate!!) this was such a rich and creamy flavorful beverage and surprisingly not too sweet. Just awesome sauce Pastel de nata: 10/10 -- I looooved this pastel de nata the most out of all of the different places I tried. I'll post a full round up but this one deserves its own post. It's the original since 1837 for a reason! it was incredibly flaky and crisp. the filling was just the right sweetness and creamy! Pasteis de belem is a must try! Super accessible by tram 15e, it was easy to walk over from the tram stop and hardly had any wait for me to find a seat and order. there are indoor and patio/outdoor seating options available.

Small bakery in the Alfama area with the best pastels de nata we found in Lisbon. The suggested…read morepairing with alcohol, ginjinha, moscatel, or vinho de Porto. We went with the moscatel, excellent choice! Worth seeking this place out! Wish we'd tried some of the other pastries, they all looked great!

We had the pasteis de nata here. It was served warm. The custard was too watery and the pastry…read morewasn't flaky enough. The service was friendly. Would not recommend for pasteis de nata

Looks like cafe is closed, not sure temporary or permanent. Took a pic inside, since it's…read morebeautiful. Couldn't read what sign said, since people were standing in front of the cafe and covering the signs, hiding from heavy rain

Such an aesthetically beautiful interior of the bakery. All the pastries are fresh as it's obvious…read morethe second you walk in! Pure deliciousness.

This place was one of my favorites to visit and enjoy the Portugal experience. In the morning, I'd…read morewalk over while the city was waking up and enjoy my well prepared latte and delicious pastry. Here is where I'd reflect on the beauty and energy of Lisbon. I was grateful to be here at this time watching people engaging in conversations and living. The service here was always great and the ambiance was wonderful. I'm returning again to relive the experience. The baguette sandwiches were tasty. Prices were reasonable. In

A great place to stop by for an afternoon pastry. I was able to get a table around 4:30pm when it…read morewasn't too busy. The service was great! The pastries were delicious, particularly the pastel de nata and gourmandise.