This was incredible, not only for the food, but also the experience. We came right when it opened,…read moreso it wasn't very crowded yet, but we were lucky enough to get taken to the back and pick out our cheeses with help from the staff. We ended up getting three from Portugal (all different types), a blue from Spain, and a pecorino from Italy. We also got a salad with burrata, as well as a plate of Portuguese ham. Everything was outstanding, but the Spanish blue was the biggest standout for me. I really can't recommend this place enough -- the staff was fantastic, and the food was even better.

This was a great random find. We were strolling the streets and saw this cute cheese and wine shop…read more We stopped in and was greeted by the owner, who spent about 30 minutes one on one with us giving us tons of samples and explaining away about his cheese products. They also sell cured meats and wine. The place is split into two parts. One side is more of a market, and the other side is the tasting room. After the sampling, we sat down and ordered our plates and some wine and kicked back to an amazing meal. The server was great and they even had high chairs. We were the only ones in the whole place too so that helped. It is nicely decorated and well priced. What else can be better?!

Mercearia Poço dos Negros was a fantastic find in Lisboa. This small market had a fantastic…read moreselection of delicious eats. I was lured in by a sign for ginja tastings (they have chocolate cups, too!) and was happy to find a variety of foods and gifts. I bought lupini beans (my favorite), olives, cheeses, paletas, tinned fish, and more. I stopped here every day I was in the neighborhood. The staff is friendly and welcoming. It's the perfect market for all your gourmand needs.

My friend and I did a walking tour of Lisbon and we stopped in here during it, so we came back the…read morenext day to order a mixed cheese board and some wine. The place is super cute and they have a great variety of cheese to choose from. The only gripe I have is with the staff. We were the only people in there and it seemed like we were inconveniencing the ladies working there. We had to ask for several things that we felt should've been complimentary with our board; like bread. The wine wasn't anything snazzy, like most of the Portuguese wine I tasted over a few days. They didn't smile or ask if we needed anything and they only cracked a genuine smile when we tipped them at the end of our visit.

I discovered this little gem which was a stone throw from the Napoleão wine shop in downtown…read moreLisbon. They have a lot of cheeses from Portugal, which are hard to find and expensive in the U.S. There are other delicacies like pata negra, jams, cookies, wine and more. I was able to pick up quite a few things for souvenirs. Cheeses like Azeitao, easily over $20 a wheel at Whole Foods Market in the U.S., are only 7 euro here. What's even better than the price is that the manager can vacuum pack and seal the cheeses for me, with a little machine, so it was a breeze packing them into my luggage. There is no room for eating in, though you can most certainly have them prepare a sandwich or cheese platter to go.

This is off the beaten path, and for me, I'm not sure if it was worth it. We got the courses and…read morethe cheese was unique and delicious, but the risotto was a bit salty for my taste. The wine was good, though.

If you love cheese and an engaging and passionate owner - GO!!!!…read moreThe restaurant is unassuming, the brief menu is worth to do the full tasting.

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!