"Maybe a dingo ate your baby." (Elaine/Seinfeld)…read more
Conveniently located about a block from my hotel, Pingo Dingo (called Pingo Doce by some) became a frequent stop for me to pick up water bottles and other staples during my time in Lisbon.
One of my favorite things to do when traveling abroad is to wander the aisles of grocery stores on the prowl for good deals, amusing products, and wild Australian dogs. The aisles of Pingo did not disappoint!
Star Wars obsessed? Check out the Jabba the Hutt fish in the seafood section!
Fan of the Two-Buck Chuck? Pingo has a full wall of wines under $5.
Kermit is your spirit animal? Muppet eye special in aisle 3!
Take note that items from the deli and pastry section must be paid for at that counter.
There is also a check-out line reserved only for pharmacy items.
Pingo also houses the entry to the "secret" Castelo Elevador, which will lift you most the way up to St. George Castle.
Overall this chain grocery store is a fantastic pit stop to load up on refreshments, basic needs, and cheap pastries. Next time some obnoxious woman complains, "I've lost my fiancé, the poor baby," put on your worst Australian accent and let her know he's at the Pingo Dingo!