Come Prima

4.7 (105 reviews)

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Closed • 6:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Kristen H.

When a Portuguese restaurant is widely known for its excellence in Italian cuisine, it definitely piques interest and intrigue, and Come Prima is no exception. Recognized as one of the top 70 Italian restaurants in the world at one point, this is a can't-miss spot in the quaint neighborhood of Lapa (which houses a number of the country's embassies - perhaps that's why the international food scene here is notable). The restaurant space itself is cozy yet elegant, with an unassuming, ivied exterior and a warm, inviting interior complete with flickering candles and an upstairs, "loft-like" area with surprisingly ample seating. Our group of five had made a reservation for 7:30pm on a Wednesday night, and we're glad we did - this is a popular restaurant that books out weeks in advance. We were immediately led to our table, where our server expertly guided us through the menu's ample options. Apart from their impressive wine list, there are plenty of dishes to sample, including fresh antipasti, pastas made in-house (both dry and fresh), hand-tossed pizzas, and delectable entrees. A note about the pastas: they're organic and made with top-quality eggs and flour, lending a really unique taste. Naturally, since the chef was crowned "Knight of the Truffles of Alba", two members of our party ordered the Tajarin Bio Con Sálvia E Tartufo Nero Fresco (€19,95), which is "Fresh house pasta (angel hair), sage, Azorean butter and fresh Portuguese black truffle." They remarked on the lovely, toothsome texture of the light-as-air pasta, and how it was bathed in an indulgently earthy truffle sauce complemented by the peppery, piney flavor of the sage and the deep richness of the butter. The thin parmesan cheese grated on top also lent a nutty taste to the umami-bomb of a dish. Two other members of our party opted for the Rigatoni BIO al Ragù di Maiale di Ghianda (€18,95), which is comprised of a perfectly al-dente rigatoni (tubular pasta, thicker than usual), in a veal and black Alentejo acorn pork ragu with "with tomatoes, fresh herbs and fresh goat cheese from the mountain range of Serpa." The two types of robustly-flavored meats lent a full-bodied character to the sauce, with the tomatoes and herbs providing an acidic brightness, and the goat cheese (crumbled appetizingly over the top) adding both color and that tangy, rich flavor. Both the Tajarin and the Rigatoni were well-sized portions for the price, especially when compared to Italian restaurants of similar caliber back in the states. Lastly, I opted for the Ossobuco di Vitelo Mirandesa ai Funghi Porcini (€22,95), which is a slow-cooked veal ossobuco (shank) with porcini mushrooms and roasted vegetables. You can opt for fresh pasta instead of vegetables for a €2 supplement, but as I'm gluten-sensitive, I kept the dish as-is. The shank itself was succulent and fall-off-the-bone tender, enriched in a savory, hearty mushroom sauce. The marrow inside the bone of the shank was rich beyond belief, though not overly so, and the vegetables were well-seasoned and still toothsome. It was a filling portion, especially compared to a similar dish in the States that could set you back $30+. For dessert, we shared a couple of their famous options. Their Tiramisu (€6,10) was indulgent yet light, with "Layers of savoiardi biscuits soaked in 100% Arabica coffee, Mascarpone and Bio egg cream, sprinkled with Madagascar cocoa powder." The biscuits were neither overly soggy nor hard, while the flavors of the coffee and cocoa powder showcased the fantastic quality of Come Prima's ingredients. The mascarpone and Bio egg cream were light and fluffy, contrasting the deep earthiness of the latter ingredients. Their Tartufo di Cioccolato (€5,50) was luscious and smooth, with a rich Zabione cream heart in the middle, surrounded by a velvety chocolate ice cream, and caramelized hazelnuts adding a lovely crunch, all topped off with that same cocoa powder from the tiramisu. Lastly, their Panna Cotta (€5,50) was solid if not stellar: I enjoyed the subtle flavor of the vanilla bean, and it was neither over-set nor goopy, topped with warm wild berries. I also have to comment on the competitive pricing of their desserts, which would go for $10+ in most other high-end places. Overall, our time at Come Prima was one of the best dining experiences we've ever had in Europe - service was patient and friendly (we even were offered complimentary limoncello shots!), the atmosphere was intimate and romantic, and the food was truly delicious - we will certainly be returning!

Andrew S.

Nestled in the residential area of a small village in top of a small hill. Exceptional Italian, prepared specially. Homemade pastas and meats. We loved the bruschetta, three way pasta for two, oasis Boccu and the chocolate ice cream filled with cream meatball for dessert. We for two glasses of a moderate priced win and they were delicious. Service is excellent. Make your reservation in advance.

Amber S.

The best Italian food in Portugal. I've been looking for an authentic Italian restaurant in the north with many disappointments but this gem in Lisboa is perfect! The service was impeccable, the food was divine and the restaurant itself was chic. We started with the eggplant appetizer. Super thin eggplant, in a fantastic tomato sauce that was the perfect balance of zing and softness. The trio pasta for two was exactly the right order for us, as we want to try everything but rarely get the chance. The pasta is made in house, the sauces and flavors were excellent. My favorite was the shrimp & mushroom pasta. Would it surprise you if you knew that I don't eat shrimp or mushrooms? If every shrimp was that delicious, I'd eat them all the time. Easily the best meal we've had in 6 months being in Portugal. I do hope they bring this gloriousness to the north, as I need this kind of gastronomy in my life more regularly. Highly recommended, definitely eat here. (Tiramisu was the best I've ever had,ever. If all custard was like this, I'd like custard) Again, eat here.

Jaz M.

The best italian food in all of Lisboa. A must if in the area. This place truly is very special. This was my second time coming and it was just as great as the first time. This place is rated as one of the top 70 Italian resteraunts in the world and I understand why. Located in the Pamphula barrio in a quaint neighborhood, you will find them with two levels of dinning areas. Menu is great with a good variety. They also have a seasonal menu so make sure to check that out as well. This last time I came by (October 2024), I orderd the angel hair pasta with truffle and a pizza with burrata and truffles and this was hands down some of the top Italian dishes of my life. Very aunthentic and fresh. The flavors are phonemenal. WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY. Overall, I can't wait to come back again. Make sure you make a reservations on their website as they can get very busy, especially on weekends. THANK YOU COME PRIMA for the amazing food and hospitality. We will defenitly be returning when in Lisboa again. Till next time!

Claudia O.

Exquisite food, beautiful restaurant, and great service! It has a welcoming ambiance and the waiters are amazing. Don't miss it!

Colleen F.

Made reservations and arrived to this Italian restaurant with impeccable food. Started with the tomato cheese and basil salad. The tomatoes tasted like they just picked them so delicious. I had eggplant parmigiana and if was definitely one of the best ones I have eaten. My mother had lasagna and really enjoyed it, enough so she didn't have any leftovers. The atmosphere was very authentic and with the lighting

Ivy C.

Best food ever in an adorable, intimate, setting with the freshest pasta you can find in Lisbon. The quality of ingredients, and their generous portions of truffle shavings made this our best meal in Portugal. The wine selection is okay. Could be better and service is a tad forgetful. But they do get pretty busy at dinnertime so make reservations!

Vivian A.

Amazing Pasta, Great Service! We were visiting from Miami Florida and found this cozy Italian Restaurant which made our visit to Portugal even better !

Amanda C.

4.5 stars for us. Made reservations online for 6:45pm, by the time we finished it was a full house on a Monday evening. Restaurant has 2 floors, dim lighting, an interesting ambiance. The food was AMAZING. Everything was almost perfect, one of our pastas was a bit too al dente, borderline a bit too hard. We got some bread, bruschetta, tomato soup, truffle pasta, meat rigatoni, and tiramisu. The truffle pasta was TO DIE FOR. Perfect housemade pasta. The chef hunts for truffles in the forest himself - pretty cool. Very flavorful. Not overly salty. The meat rigatoni's sauce was so flavorful and meaty. Just wish the pasta was cooked a minute longer. Tiramisu was one of the best I tried. Great balance of coffee and alcohol, not too sweet. Firm and not mushy as some are over soaked. Amazingly kind service and surprisingly quick for Portuguese standards. English friendly. They even gave us some small glasses of dessert wine on the house!

Rich S.

Exceptional meal from beginning to end! First off, get a reservation from their website. We saw at least 10 people turned away. Also, they called us the afternoon (Saturday) of our reservation to confirm our arrival. The 2-story restaurant is small, and the seating "cozy". Nonetheless, it was comfortable, and the noise level wasn't overwhelming. One of the restaurant owners (husband/wife team) greeted us at the door. Table service was efficiently conducted by 2 gentlemen, and both speak English. The entire staff were constantly moving, taking good care of all the tables. The fare was superb! We started with a pizza as an appetizer. Perfect size, and the crust was pillowy, yet crunchy. They pride themselves on homemade pasta, so we tried the sampler course for 2. Sweet Geezus, I would have been satisfied with a bowl-full of each. I particularly liked the ravioli. I followed Primi with the Veal Milanese. A nice sized portion and very tender. My wife had the jumbo prawns, and they were juicy and had just the right amount of a "crunch" when you bit into them. Desserts were good (tiramisu especially), and we paired them with the recommended Port. Lastly, they had a decent wine list, and the pricing was reasonable. Italian in Lisbon? ABSOLUTELY!!!! Cheers! RS

Richard F.

Food was very good. I had the veal which is served rare with vegetables-I ordered with pasta instead. The veal was amazing-the best I've ever had. The side of pasta was Tagliatelle-definitely made fresh. My son had the angel hair pasta with truffle. It was good, but we've had better in other restaurants. My wife had the rigatoni ragu. Good, but a little too dry. The assistant waiter was more attentive than the main waiter-just an observation not a criticism. Wine was poured regularly, but more water had to be requested. Overall, good service. The ambiance was casual and cozy. I would definitely come back and try other dishes.

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Marc D.

2 years ago

What a fantastic find! Everything about this place was perfect - the atmosphere, the service, and especially the food! Paulo was a fantastic, no pressure server, and explained the foods very well. If anything we got too much, but left extremely satisfied. We are only here for three days and we will try to make Come Prima another one of our nights, it's that good! Btw, we got bruschetta (fantastic), Diavolo pizza (perfect), and Lasagne forno and Tagliatelli ai funghi (both homemade pasta) for the mains - out of this world! We live in Boston and just came from Florence and still think Come Prima serves the best pasta we have ever had!!! Thank you for such a great evening! read more

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Come Prima - Delicious Diavolo Pizza - not too spicy, just right! - Italian Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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Come Prima - Very reasonably priced!!! - Italian Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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I had the spinach raviolis and he had the rigatoni ragu and we shared the Pizza - the food is fresh and service is excellent and prices are ok. You need a reservation! read more

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Calforever C.

3 years ago

The hostess was gracious to sit us, despite not having a reservation. The wait staff was helpful in orienting us with the menu and made recommendations on what to order. The restaurant had a very cozy atmosphere. The noise level was not too loud even though the restaurant was full. The food was superb, similar to some of the fine Italian restaurants we have in San Francisco (California). The wine option included both Portuguese and Italian. If you want a fantastic meal in Lisbon, this is it. read more

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Ben W.

3 years ago

This was is a great restaurant experience. Wait staff who absolutely pamper you. Food on point. The only negative is that the bathroom is upstairs way in the back making you squeeze by tables to get there. read more

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Carol S.

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2 years ago

Had the pasta siciliano ( Pasta alla Norma in USA). Husband and friend has osso bucco. Food was amazing! Service perfect and ambiance just delightful. read more

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Ray N.

3 years ago

We had a great meal! The pasta Nero and the tagliatelle funghi were phenomenal. The staff was attentive and had a great sense of humor. It was our dinner companions second visit and they said both were great. Highly recommend. read more

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Ben P.

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3 years ago

Food was amazing. You need to get the fresh pasta. Service was impeccable. Very kind and responsive and spoke great English. Cute venue with a good vibe. Might be good to get a reservation in advance. read more

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Erika I.

2 years ago

Amazing food, great service and fair prices. Everything was fresh. We really enjoyed the pasta

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Nazeema B.

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4 years ago

This is as close to Italy you will get in Lisbon. Ingredients are flown in from Italy three times per week. The bread is fresh. The olive oil is smooth. The pastas are homemade. I had the mushroom and truffle tagliatelle, which was good but needed more sauce. My friend had something similar with spaghetti and a cream sauce with truffles, it was divine! The ravioli was bursting with spinach and ricotta drenched in a cream sauce. The veal is one of the best things we tried that night. I had the pana cotta which was delicious but the berry compote was a little too tart for me, so I ate around it. The tiramisu was as described, the best I've ever had. read more

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Ashley K.

2 years ago

Great food. Had the tri-pasta sampler. It was delicious and great size. Cool ambiance and staff was very friendly.

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May L.

3 years ago

Perfectly Al dente wild mushroom pasta. The best part of the meal was the desserts...limoncello gelato and tiramisu

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Barry S.

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4 years ago

Unbelievable find. Incredible food. Pretty much the best Italian I have ever had. Incredible quality and wonderful customer service. Happy to see them doing such great business. Their high quality ingredients add to the overall enjoyment. Their spot smells divine and I appreciate their willingness to accommodate for children taste buds. Really enjoyed the experience. Just delish. read more

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Lauren V.

3 years ago

Absolutely incredible. Mozzarella shipped from Italy every couple days, fresh pasta, cute ambiance. This dinner was amazing!

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Lanice J.

3 years ago

It was absolutely amazing!! The service was great, GET THE TRUFFLE PASTA. Definitely a highlight of my trip and will be back.

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D.M. B.

3 years ago

We needed some Italian after eating so much fish in Porto and Lisbon. This place was fantastic. Everything from apps to pastas were all delicious. Cute place in an old home. You will need a reservation so book ahead. read more

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Rachel C.

5 years ago

Fantastic gem of an Italian restaurant!!! nestled in an unassuming location is a superb little restaurant serving the most sublime food. Very attentive service from all the staff (RSL). We've been coming here since 2019 and it's been perfect every single time. A definite MUST when you're in Lisbon. read more

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Meredith T.

3 years ago

The pasta was excellent - fresh and came out hot. Service was great. They gave us complimentary port wine at the end of the meal which was very nice. Highly recommend! read more

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Fred S.

9 years ago

Great restaurant period. Service was incredible. Staff spoke perfect English. Our servers Rui and Misame were so helpful. We got appetizer of bruschetta that was great! We ordered double. Then we split a real Napoli pizza as table starter. The lasagna was best I have had in years. The other order of rigatoni with ragu was so tastefully done. Dessert was another great surprise tiramisu that was so good the perfect end to a perfect meal. A very nice atmosphere and open kitchen with pizza oven. Reservations prob needed as seems to be always full. Definitely worth a meal there. read more

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Ping Z.

3 years ago

Excellent food and services. Definitely recommend. Charming ambiance, staff very friendly, price reasonable.

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Jeff H.

4 years ago

This is it if you want the best Italian food you've ever imagined. The tri pasta truffle was out of this world. Service was amazing with excellent recommendations for wines, apps, and the meal. Quaint but bustling atmosphere. To top it off the desert was creative and melts in your mouth. You have to try this place! read more

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Gelissa B.

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We were fished out from Portugal and We were craving some authentic Italian & we found it. Hidden on the street by a bunch of vines once you enter it's a little piece of Italian heaven. Cute place with an up stairs. We didn't have reservations but they were able to accommodate us. Highly recommend reservations. We had a little bit of everything and it didn't disappoint. The lasagna was placed in the stone brick oven and it was so delicious with that extra touch. Definitely worth checking out in Lisbon when you want something other than fish. read more

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Great food and amazing service. We got there an hour before close and were seated up top. Our server then brought out complimentary bruschetta, along with breadsticks and olive oil. My boyfriend ordered the margherita pizza and lasagna. I ordered the sea bream fillet. Their mozzarella is flown from Italy daily and the pizza was delicious. My boyfriend loved his lasagna and my sea bream was a tasty, light meal. At the end of the meal, we were given a complimentary glass of port wine. By far the best meal and service that I have had in Lisbon. read more

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Joshua P.

3 years ago

Amazing food! This place is absolutely fantastic and is a must have when in Portugal.

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Tim T.

8 years ago

Just great. We had a lovely dinner at Come Prima last night. Arugula salad Brushetta Rigatoni with eggplant Rigatoni with black pig and veal All excellent. Service could not have been better. Food was delicious. No room for desert. Try this place, I'm sure that you will be happy. read more

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Sarah Z.

8 years ago

Amazing service! The quiet and quaint ambiance lent to an exceptional experience! Paulo was very attentive to our needs and went above and beyond making sure we enjoyed our meal. The food is what we would expect from a 5 star restaurant. Worth a visit! My favorite was the Goat cheese spinach ravioli along with Paulo's wine suggestion went beautifully with the entire meal. read more

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Kanica K.

8 years ago

Excellent service by Paulo! Perfect ambience with authentic Italian food. Pizza was delicious and I enjoyed my time here read more

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João R.

4 years ago

Unqualified. Dinner ends with the cook (a men calls Tanka) coming to the table twice, offending, defaming and sending away a family of two adults and two children. The worst experience I've ever had. read more

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Kurt N.

3 years ago

An excellent Italian restaurant. Didn't realize the restaurant had two floors when we made our reservation. They wanted to seat us on the second floor however my wife has difficulty with stairs. They convinced a couple who were early in their meal to move upstairs. Thank you to the couple and staff for being so accommodating. The food was excellent; bruschetta, mixed salad, mushroom taglaitelle, and veal alla Milanese. read more

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Brian L.

4 years ago

Happened on this little gem of an Italian restaurant by chance In A residual area of Lisboa. Reading the initial reviews on Yelp someone said it was the best Italian cuisine they have ever had. Full stop. Not in Portugal or Lisbon, but EVER. I was really skeptical since that's a bold statement to make for Italian food in PORTUGAL. Boy it did not disappoint !!! Having traveled to Italy ( roma, firenze, amalfi coast ) and sampled some of the really tasty offerings both in East and west coasts of the US, I have to say I concur with the prior reviews that this is in fact, some of the best Italian cooking I have EVER had !! The service was attentive to a fault , and man , the prices for the quality of food served !! In fact my family and I liked it so much that we went there twice in the 6 days we spent in Lisbon and would have gone back again had we more time !! Special shout out to Sdehar ( I hope I had that right ) and Rui , and a lady server we had both times we were there who was originally from NEPAL !! Way to go guys !! And to top it off, we got a little sampling of port on our first visit and then some Limoncello / Grappa on the second time around on the house !!! read more

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Sara C.

3 years ago

Incredible! The food was sensational and the service was terrific. Will most definitely be back.

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Kevin A.

8 years ago

Just as the other reviews, this is a great place period. Off the main roads you have to want to find Come Prima. We were served by Rui and experienced a great evening. Place is clean, well staffed, knowledgeable and punctual. Food was fantastic. Each course was a real treat to experience. We ordered Meat Lasagna, Salmon Lasagna and Risotto Funghi with Truffles, Wow, each dish exceeded our expectations. Don't hesitate to make reservations and go. read more

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Barbara F.

3 years ago

Excellent Italian. This is a hidden gem. The Pasta was excellent and the service could not have been better. this was a memorable meal. Get the truffle pasta!! read more

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This gorgeous restaurant was located just around the corner from our charming Airbnb. We were hungry after a long day of walking and wanted a big red easy button near our bed for dinner :) The atmosphere is homey but romantic - the service was impeccable and ever so kind. My partner ordered a pour of bourbon and the fanfare of service was really charming (the whole bottle was delivered to the table and served in front of him). Our food was beyond delicious and enchanting. Great flavors, portions and thoughtfulness put into each dish. Definitely worth going out of the way for this gem if it's not in your area. read more

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Jerry Z.

7 years ago

Rui was our waiter at this delightful Italian restaurant in Lisbon. His recommendations for wine, main courses, and desserts were excellent. The entire staff was attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere was informal yet charming. read more

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Teddy C.

4 years ago

Best meal I've had in Lisbon. Get the spaghetti Nero you won't be disappointed. Wait staff was very attentive and friendly. Complimentary port was icing on the cake. read more

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Brian C.

7 years ago

Probably one of the best pizza's I've ever had in my life. We ordered a pizza with burrata and truffles. Very well done. Also got the rigatoni siciliano- very tasty. Finally, had the tiramisu and chocolate Tartufo for dessert. The tiramisu once again was the best I've ever had. The tartufo was good, but didn't have a hard shell on the outside like I expected. Great service. All around great meal. Highly recommend it. read more

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Irena A.

12 years ago

This place was really nice! Love the name and its meaning in Italian ' as before'. And it did feel like a restaurant that was truly authentic, it does not feel pretentious at all. The food was delicious! And it would not stop coming... Had bruschetta as an appetizer, then their 'forno a legna' baked bread. Delish! The highlights of this place included the ham and fig pizza, the risotto, and the amazing tiramisu! That was so scrumptious. Not too sweet and soggy! Highly reccomend this place to those that want to have really delicious food and great service also. Ottimo! read more

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Best Italian food I have had in Lisbon, and the competition is not even close. Get the bucatini amatriciana, ravioli, or other fresh pastas. The Margherita pizza was good but had a little too much cheese so I would ask for less cheese next time. They seem to be one of only a couple restaurants in Lisbon with Napoli Verace certification for their pizzas, the other I know of being Mercantina, so in addition to all of their pastas being probably the best in the city, their pizza probably is too. The tiramisu is also fantastic. I was disappointed that they have Delta coffee though. After all of the attention to detail to the food and importing so many other ingredients from Italy including the guanciale (so so good), it was weird to have what tastes like run of the mill Portuguese coffee at the end. read more

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M M.

8 years ago

All I can say is that this was such an incredible Italian restaurant in a quiet, quaint neighborhood of Lisbon. We started out with sharing a pizza and then we ordered soup, salad, and then shared a white fish, lasagna, and a pasta with clams and mussels. Every dish was better than the next.....The service was impeccable, professional, and friendly. I highly recommend Come Prima. read more

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Steven L.

7 years ago

Fantastic upper east side restaurant Never disappoints We have eaten here at least 20 times Impeccable service and food Pasta fish veal as good as it gets Love selecting the restaurant with friends knowing How great the experience One can actually eat and have a conversation A pleasure to share our experiences Steven Lamm m.d read more

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Rua do Olival, 258
1200-744 Lisbon
Portugal
Estrela - Lapa - Madragoa, Lapa
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213 902 457
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http://www.comeprima.pt

Hours

What time does Come Prima open?

Come Prima opens at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Come Prima close?

Come Prima closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Come Prima is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 6:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun Closed

Food & Alcohol

Does Come Prima have catering options?

Yes, Come Prima does have catering options.

Does Come Prima serve alcohol?

Yes, Come Prima serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Come Prima allow dogs?

Yes, Come Prima allows dogs.

Does Come Prima have TVs?

Yes, Come Prima has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Come Prima have outdoor seating?

No, Come Prima does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Come Prima have parking?

Yes, Come Prima has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Come Prima have free WiFi?

Yes, Come Prima has free WiFi.

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O Come Prima Restaurante Italiano é uma referência obrigatória para os apreciadores da verdadeira comida tradicional italiana. Um espaço acolhedor, com ambiente romântico, é o local ideal para se saborear a excelência dos pratos de pasta fresca de fabrico próprio, entradas variadas, sem esquecer os risotos, as carnes e as pizzas em forno de lenha, com uma seleção de ingredientes DOP de primeira qualidade, sempre frescos. A acompanhar, uma completa garrafeira de vinhos nacionais e italianos, a finalizar, uma oferta de sobremesas entre as mais especialíssimas de Itália, todas de fabrico caseiro.

History

Established in 2001.

O Come Prima surge no mapa gastronómico de Lisboa em 2001, depois do Chef Tanka Sapkota se ter aventurado num pequeno restaurante, o Bella Itália que abriu em 1999. A procura de um espaço maior, capaz de satisfazer as necessidades dos seus clientes, e também com as condições para realizar uma cozinha italiana à altura do seu renome, levaram-no a abrir o Come Prima num local que se viria a tornar-se icónico, um pouco com a ajuda da bougainville, Depois da estada do Chef Tanka Sapkota de Itália em 2004, deu-se início a uma segunda fase do Come Prima, em constante aperfeiçoamento, na procura do melhor método de cozinha e da procura do melhor produto. Com o objectivo de elevar o nível do Come Prima e pôr em cima da mesa pratos de excelência. A escolha de produtos de alta qualidade, a melhor preparação, a confecção altamente cuidadosa, aliado a um serviço de simpatia tem como resultado, o reconhecimento a nível nacional como um dos melhores restaurante italianos.

Meet the Business Owner: Chef Tanka Sapkota C.

A carreira de cozinheiro do Chef Tanka começou na Alemanha, em Stuttgart, no ano de 1992. Por isso, hoje, são mais de duas décadas de experiência. A paixão pela cozinha italiana começou em 95 e a partir daí foi uma relação intensa que se estabeleceu e que o levou a consolidar toda a sua carreira à volta da descoberta e do aperfeiçoamento de uma arte que hoje defende com toda a convicção no Come Prima. Em 1999 abre o Bella Itália, um pequeno restaurante italiano, mas procurando um espaço maior, capaz de satisfazer as necessidades dos seus clientes, e também com as condições para realizar uma cozinha italiana à altura do seu renome, em 2001 abre o restaurante Come Prima. Depois da grande experiência já adquirida estava na hora de aperfeiçoar a arte da cozinha italiana e foi a Roma estudar na que é considerada a melhor escola de cozinha do bel paese, a Gambero Rosso, no ano de 2004. Hoje, o resultado é o reconhecimento do Come Prima como um dos melhores restaurante italianos.

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Valdo Gatti

4.8(76 reviews)

2.1 km•Bairro Alto, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré

We really had a hankering for pizza so looked up the top rated pizza places…read more Well trust this review and all the others! This place was phenomenal and so cute on the inside ! We did order pizzas but the table next to us ordered ravioli type dishes and all I could do was drool and second guess my selections. Well it our pizza was probably the best I've had in quite some time. Don't hesitate to go here!!

Nice, warm spot in this busy, hilly area of Lisbon full of tapas bars and restaurants. Sat in the…read moreback room for lunch that had a cozy atmosphere. Wonderful first casual dinner in Portugal after an arduous climb up those hills! The mushroom pizza, tomato salad and seafood pasta were all very good.

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Hard working crew putting out the goods!!

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Kitchen area in middle just past front section of tables

Jamie Oliver’s Pizzeria

4.5(19 reviews)

2.0 km•Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto

Good food, drinks on good especially the Sangria, love glass Coke bottle...staff friendly & polite…read more Atmosphere is pleasant & clean, along with clean restrooms available.

Stumbled upon this while out in barrio alto and was pleasantly surprised. The menu was large with…read moremany options to chose from. We went on a Wednesday night and it was quite dead so service was super quick. We ordered the "fried" raviolis which were so good and unique, and two pastas that we kind of shared. Everything was good! My drink was just okay but that was on me for ordering something that didn't pair well with a pasta. It was a good experience and I'd return again.

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Visconti

4.4(14 reviews)

2.2 km•Chiado, Rossio - Baixa - Chiado

Came in on a Friday at 3PM and was seated and served quickly. Service was fantastic, and our pizzas…read morewere even better. Has a nice Italian vibe with racing photos and Italian themed items on the walls. Upscale, but not too fancy you need to dress up. The food: Our pizzas were delicious. Mine has gorgonzola, pear, honey, and almonds. I wasn't that hungry, but I ate the entire thing as it was so good I just couldn't help myself. My wife enjoyed her pizza with her aperol spritz too. Overall, great service, pizza, and atmosphere at Visconti. I'd recommend it if you are looking for delicious traditional Italian style pizza/food.

Nice decor, carpaccio and service was excellent. Cannot understand how they have that very…read moreexpensive custom pizza oven and serve the pizza undercooked.

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Margherita Pizza

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Parma pizza

La Puttana

4.5(15 reviews)

1.9 km•Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré

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This place is great. The salad, pizzas, sangria, even the lemonade and the vibe are all special…read more And our server Mel made us feel so welcome. She's a real gem. In a city filled with great food, we went twice in a week and hope to make it back. Highly recommend.

A cute sit down pizza place on Pink Street, but not a pizzeria... if that makes sense. It can seat…read moreup to maybe 25 people in the whole restaurant. We were told that pink street, Rua Nova do Carvalho, had great nightlife, but we didn't realize that nightlife started after 12am. When we were looking for a place to go after Farmacia we decided we wanted food near the nightlife so Google helped me find this place, and this was easily one of the best places we went. We ordered: Diavola Pizza (basically pepperoni pizza) Margherita pizza Plain pizza Geisha Pizza (ordered twice!) Nutella Pizza Rosé -takes CC, Wifi, Speaks English well, Good service The windows showed us how busy Pink street got after 12 am, it was actually crazy! When we originally got there, it was empty but we noticed a lot of bars so we were a bit confused, it was 10:45pm or 11pm? and not more than 5 people to be seen. When we left dinner around 12:15am Pink street was so crowded that we couldn't even get through! This place is great for vegetarians (duh its pizza), and for picky eaters like myself. Its also a great place to eat and pre-game/pre-drink at before a long night of partying - which Lisbon takes very seriously!

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White wine sangria. TheJazzDive.com. :-)

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M'Arrecreo

4.5(24 reviews)

2.0 km•Bairro Alto, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré

So I didn't actually try any food here - this place wasn't originally on my radar, I just happened…read moreto be walking by, exploring the city, and saw the sign out in front for something relatively rare in Lisbon: a true happy hour on cocktails. Actually, in that same menu, a second thing that also seemed fairly unusual for bars in Lisbon, oddly: a bar that was doing something with ginja other than just serving it neat or in a chocolate shotglass (namely, a ginja spritz, also one of the drinks that's very cheap during happy hour, from 3-7 PM.) Obviously I tried one while I was here, and obviously, it was great. Was especially great for 5.5 euros. Ginja spritzes are bomb. Then I had an 8 euro happy hour "of the day", which that particular day, was a strawberry mojito - not as unique, but also, a great strawberry mojito. Finally, I did try one cocktail off their regular cocktail menu - I'm a huge sucker for Negroni variants, and this was one of the more fun takes I've seen, the Madeironi, of Campari, and both Madeira wine and an agricole rum, also from Madeira. I'd played with sherry at home a few times in Negronis, but hadn't ever tried Madeira - was truly exceptional. They even had the correct large cocktail ice cubes for it. Great service, too (admittedly, it was also basically empty, that presumably being why they had a happy hour, but I've been to empty bars that didn't have as good service, plenty of times.) This is a place I'd definitely come back to if I were back in Lisbon, both to try a couple more of their more locally-focused menu cocktails, and to drink several super-cheap spritzes. And probably try the pizza, too.)

Delicious pizza and cozy atmosphere in the center of Lisbon. If you want pizza so thin and fresh…read moreyou can't even think of picking it up, this is your place! PS get the focaccia with pesto as a starter, the pesto is delicious

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Dinning Room

GABRIELE Tomato, mozzarella di bufala Campana DOP and prosciutto di Parma

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OTTO - Pizza Al Mercato

4.0(5 reviews)

1.8 km•Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré

This place has an amazing shaded patio! Me and three friends went for lunch and it was nice to…read moreescape the heat for a few hours. Most of us got pizza while one of my friends had the shrimp risotto. All were excellent! Pizzas are pretty large. We should have probably split two instead of ordering three. They are also very thin crust.

Good pizza, if you go during peak time it's a good atmosphere. Light pizzas and reasonably priced…read morewine! Close to a Timeout to grab a Nata after.

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Nogueira's Fire Food

4.7(3 reviews)

0.8 km•Santos, Estrela - Lapa - Madragoa

I went with a large group, so we were happy they took reservations. It seemed nearly everyone in…read morehere was in a large group in the front room, the back room was more for dates. Food quality was top notch. We got a shared plate of Mixed Grill and all the meat was fantastic. Ribs, lamb, prawns, steak were all incredibly juicy and flavorful. The broccoli puree was amazing! I think even those that don't like broccoli loved it. Salad was tasty and very green and fresh. Ambiance: Top notch. Very elegant, reminded me of a nice restaurant in Vegas with the large bar and dark, romantic decor. The chairs were also lush and comfortable. Staff: Very accommodating to American's and very friendly. He made wine recommendations that didn't break the bank, which I appreciated. While the price seems high for individual dishes, we found the shared plate to be incredibly affordable and perhaps the reason for so many groups. Location is also nice, I was really happy with our choice to come here.

To eat here, you do need to make reservations. I came here for a dinner with a friend and the place…read moreis great. The atmosphere seems very high end but the place is filled with couples, pals and families. Inside is very sophisticated and modern. The front door is pretty cool but tricky. So be aware if you don't see a handle you need to push. The service is super helpful if you don't speak Portuguese and they will make sure to direct you to the right area for you on the manu. My friend and I shared steak platter with beans and salad. The food was amazing and fresh. I usually don't eat red meat, but we both were super hungry and decided to share the platter with beer and more beer!!! I looked around the room and their pizzas also looked amazing. You can tell by that fresh pizza with bobbly cheese and meat that it will be a religious experience eating it. Most def coming back once I visit Lisbon again soon and try other delicious things on the manu.

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Prima Pasta

4.5(52 reviews)

2.8 km•Baixa, Rossio - Baixa - Chiado

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Yummmmm! This was so darn good. I almost took a straw and sucked up the sauce but I was trying to…read morebe a lady for sure get the gnocchi and also the tortellini with the spinach and mushroom and ham with tomato sauce. The gnocchi has bacon and mushrooms and cognac. Chefs kiss!! If you know about Lisbon then you know the bathrooms are not great . This was the first bathroom all day that was clean, no body fluids and soap. I'm a happy woman. And let me tell you about Harish...he's incredible. My drink was a little sweet so he took it back without me even asking and made sure I was satisfied. I offered to pay for a side of rum but he wanted to remake it. He has worked there for 9 years and I am carb overloaded and completely happy. Run don't walk!!

While in Lisboa Portugal I was in the mood for some Italian food and wound up at Prima Pasta and I…read morecan say the food was delicious.. Took a while for it to get to me but once it arrived I enjoyed my meal. I had the pasta with chicken and it worked for me. It was nice to eat alfresco too! Weather was nice and it was perfect. So if you're out in Lisbon and in the mood for some Italian cuisine check this spot out! -Ray

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Classy.

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Love the chandelier.

Art Italiana

4.7(6 reviews)

1.8 km•Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré, Santa Catarina

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We stumbled upon this hole in the wall after wandering back from the terminus of the #28 tram this…read moreafternoon. Always enjoying city's on foot, we were talking about hunger and we walked right by the front of this great little restaurant. The staff were wonderful, outgoing and courteous, making us feel right at home as soon as we set foot in the understated but well decorated place. Our service was spot on with our salad arriving very quickly, our ice cold beer moment before, and our tap water in a little pitcher. Our ice request brought two big cubes in a separate glass, put in our glass with ice tongs. The ice was so cold it momentarily stuck to the tongs. Our shared Greek salad arrived as soon as our server went back into the kitchen looking wonderful and laden with very tasty firm feta. We had vinegar and oil on our table so we got to dress it ourselves, always our choice. It was plentiful and excellent. As we requested our margherita pizza came a minute after our salad was cleared, so our small table had plenty of room for our water, beer and food. The washrooms were clean and tidy as was the shared wash up area. All in all and excellent find that if we lived in Lisbon would be a go to place for a pretty darn good pizza!

Still crave it. Was visiting from USA. Took it to go same dish. I tired pasta. Still droolingread more

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It's simple signage belies the treasures inside.

Greek salad, enough for two.

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Il Covo

5.0(9 reviews)

0.8 km•Madragoa, Estrela - Lapa - Madragoa

Amazing! Delicious Italian food...completely spoil yourself and your loved ones here with a tasty…read moredinner. We mainly had the ravioli stuffed with marrow, parmesan and gremolade. It was exquisite(yum). They make their pasta fresh and daily. Yum! Try the delicious specials. Unfortunately, the bolognese sauce was nothing special (still good but they did warn me it wasn't their special). Definitely try some of their wines, and starters. I loved the burrata...lovely and soft.

I had the best meal of my life here, and I have eaten at many gourmet restaurants around the world…read more My wife and son also felt that their meals were outstanding.

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Sue V.

10 years ago

Went to this pizzaria last night and there are some things to say about it. First, I tried to make a reservation through their website and when we got there we didn't have a reservation. That wasn't a problem because we (two people) got there early but it would have been annoying if we got there later and the restaurant was full. So call the restaurant to make a reservation, just to be sure. Then, the ordering process is done through a tablet. This I liked. No need to track a waiter down when we needed it. We just ordered on the tablet (the drinks, the appetizers, the pizzas, and then later the desserts and coffee) and things would then be brought to our table pretty quickly. As for the food, everything we had was delicious. The pizzas are great, some of the best I've eaten in Lisbon so I definitely recommend the place. Now I just have to go back to try more of their menu! read more

Charlotte B.

12 years ago

Realmente perfeito para mim! E insolito também... Descobri esse restaurante porque morei na rua do Olival, e fui seduzida por a belleza do lugar : a decoração è tanto refinada e quente. Agora trabalho num restaurante italiano là en Bruxelas e posso dizer que a comida de Come Prima è deliciosa. Jà experimentei pizzas e massas e nunca fui decepcionada. Demais, o serviço è muito agradável. O chef está atento e discreto. Claro que vou voltar là durante as próximas férias em Lisboa! Estou com pressa... (desculpe pelos erros, eu sou francesa) read more

Artur M.

12 years ago

É com enorme prazer que classifico o Come Prima, que é para mim desde há alguns anos o melhor rest. italiano de Lisboa, não só pela boa comida mas também pelo serviço simpático e atencioso do seu pessoal. Desde há 3 anos que ai faço a minha festa de aniversário. O espaço é muito bonito e acolhedor. Os risottos são excelentes. Não se deslumbrem e continuem assim. read more

Nuno D.

12 years ago

Cada vez que vou ao Come Prima, o chef Tanka surpreende-me com um prato de massas frescas melhor que o anterior. Além de que é o único local onde como Pizzas, segundo me disse são feitas seguindo a tradição napoletana. Ambiente acolhedor com um pessoal simpático e sempre disponível. Para mim comida italiana tem um spot. read more

Frank G.

10 years ago

Codfish was delicious, chicken was a little over cooked. Waited a long time for our food. Waiter was not very happy that we decided to sit on the same side. Wine is very cheap and food portions are big. Half a portion of grilled chicken was more than enough for one person. read more

Daniel V.