Grate Place for Vegetarians! ;)…read more Just arrived in the city and wanted to eat somewhere i was already prepared to eat rice and salad as usual because there are not many options for healthy vegetarian food in Portugal and so with out knowing we went in to Taifa and it was a jackpot! They had a lunch menu which was also available for vegetarians. Well prepared and you can feel the cook knows that one can make a lot of grate things with vegetables so it was a really grate meal we were stuffed and happy. The menue inclided FRESH JUCE (!!!) SOUP, and Polenter with vegetarian Napoliana and salad! Was really nice! Of cours you can have it also with meet. Service is really nice and friendly and everyone speaks good english! Atmosphere is very chill and relaxed! And the price is also below 10 euros. So its grate for low budget travelers Grate place!!! 5stars!

The vegetarian pad thai was "out of this world!" Excellent, attentive service - English is fluent…read more Indoor and outdoor seating. Impressive!

Great quick service, took croissant kinder to go and it was nice and warm when received. We heated…read moreit up at our apartment rental the next morning and it was perfect! Cute little spot with a small patio to sit.

Absolute love! Stand in line for a hot out of the oven croissant schmeared with your choice of…read moredelightful filling. I saw a big line while walking early evening and I was like 'What is this? '. But we walked on without knowing. A few hours later, walking back to the hotel, we went by where the line was ending and saw/smelled the most amazing croissant bakery. I said, 'We gotta go stand in this line right now!' Hubby, tired, had to find a washroom. So I stood in line, got this huge, hot, crunchy, amazing strawberry jam filled delight and spied him coming back down the street. For a second, I considered zipping out of there to stuff my face with it so I wouldn't have to share. But he saw me - too late. Pro tip:. Everyone get their own croissant or there's bound to be trouble here.

The restaurant is tucked away on a steep hill with stairs. It has outside and indoor seating no…read morea/c. We sat inside and it has restrooms. We ordered the Salmon and 2 eggs. It was tasty. The service was prompt and courteous.

Fantastic food and ambiance. Very friendly staff. Progressive slant to traditional Portuguese…read moredishes. Highly recommend. Difficult to find--use google maps. Apple Maps did not work for this place.

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!

After a day at the beach we ventured into the small town near Lagoa for dinner. We both ordered…read morevegetable soup to start a staple to a Portuguese meal and throughly enjoyed it. The broth with the mixture of veggies and roots was amazing. I had lamb chops and fries for my entree and the lamb was so tender and juicy I loved every bite. The sea bass and rice were also divine. The fish in Portugal is always so fresh and the citrusy seasoning was delicious. I would definitely recommend stopping in for a lunch or dinner if you're spending a day near the boardwalk or beach.

Such a cute and authentic find up a few steps from the main street near the beach. Barely speaking…read moreEnglish, our server was a friendly young man who tried very hard at communicating and was super pleasant and fun. I ordered razor clams, which I've never had before. They were seasoned so well... olive oil, salt and pepper, and loads of garlic. One of my favorite meals on my Portuguese vacation. I feel proud to support a small local business that clearly serves quality fresh local food.

Stopped by to grab some breakfast during our last day in Lisbon. The atmosphere was really cozy and…read morechill. Chai - tasted like milk. Had no chai flavor at all. Dirty chai - tasted like milk with a splash of coffee. Also had no chai flavor at all. Maybe they don't know how to make chai because no one really orders it? Paris - using sourdough for French Toast was interesting. It definitely made it less sweet. It also comes with a side of fruit. If you're looking for breakfast/brunch spot, you can skip this place.

We stopped by here after Alfama for a latte and washroom break before heading off to Baixa…read more The interior of the cafe is a large open space with couches, high tables, and tables for you to choose - perfect for lounging/brunch crowds. There are books that lined the sides of the cafe. The latte is quite a large size (16oz) for EUR2.70. A little high on the cost but it is creamy, foamy and quite nice. We noticed fellow patron's meals are large in portions. Service is decent. The staff were attentive and made sure we were helped. Overall, not a bad place to be if you want a drink, chill, or have brunch.