This restaurant looked like a hole in the wall place in a triangular corner. When we entered we…read morewere pleasantly surprised by how nice it was inside. It was packed with people, which was a good sign. We enjoyed all our dishes, especially the tiger prawns, octopus, and seafood rice. The sangria was average. The service staff was very friendly and attentive.

The restaurant is away from tourist neighbor. But I suspect its target customers are tourists…read more They play American pop music all night long which is fine with me, but if you are looking for a local experience, this may not what you expected. Pastries de Bacalhau - the crust was not brown enough. May be longer time. The stuffing was flavorful but it's more the cod taste than the flavored mash potatoes which I prefer. I actually prefer the other local restaurant I tried the night before better. Caldo Verde - The potatoe part of the soup is great. Perfect viscosity but the flavor is not. It wasn't salty enough but more importantly is the flavor of the veggies and the spicy sausage they supposed to use that makes the soup taste different. Grilled giant pawns - The flavor of the prawns is not as intense as expected and hope to be. The squid ink pasta also lacked of flavor. That's disappointing. With the prawns, they should at least use the prawn shell to make sauce for the pastas. The pasta was tasteless, didn't even use enough garlic and olive oil to flavor it up. Seafood rice - Another disappointment. They used fish, small mussels and little bit of shrimp pieces along with some bigger whole shrimps and mussels. However, the rice was lack of the true seafood flavor that made from shell fish. They also added cilantro which overwhelmed the whatever left of seafood flavor. The lemonade was not a sweet lemonade but sour. Fyi. It's not fair we just went to another restaurant in the neighborhood and everything was so much better but people should know.

This is a small, unpretentious restaurant in the heart of Lisbon's downtown. They serve traditional…read morePortuguese dishes with a flair. We ordered the seafood rice, and the green lipped mussels in a Spanish garlic and wine sauce. Everything was piping hot, generous portions we could easily have shared one dish. Service was attentive making sure we were satisfied with everything. It's a very affordable place when you get this food quality. We'll definitely return next time we're in Lisbon.

Had a great first dinner here. The seafood rice dish was flavorful , we also had an order of steak…read moreand lamb. Good choice for a first night . The wine list is simple and has great affordable local options . We had a bottle of vino verde for three .

This was our first introduction to Portuguese food, and it was wonderful. There was a good…read moreselection of tapas, and we mostly went for the seafood. I really enjoyed their fried items. The choco frito had a light batter on top and you could tell it was really fresh because it was so light and bouncy. The bolinhos de bacalhau were also a highlight; creamy potato filling with codfish mixed in. The asparagus and jamon with scrambled eggs provided a nice balance to our meal. I'm always a sucker for well made scrambled eggs. My favorite dish by far was the arroz de pato. It was packed with smoked duck flavor, and accented with charred sausage and bacon on top. The dishes were on the smaller end, so we ended up getting 5-6 dishes for three people.

Excelente ambiente y la comida es riquísima 10/10. 100% recomendado. Las aceitunas y patatas bravas…read moremuy buenas!

Our friend from Oakland, CA recommended this place- casual dining in older part of Lisbon,…read moreeverything was delicious. Finding this small restaurant can be challenging. We went for the grilled sardines--so fresh and the best we've ever had. We ordered the octopus too --portions are generous. Eating at a local, casual and comfortable place made for a memorable dinner.

The ambiance of the restaurant was adorable. It's located on a STEEP downslope and half of the…read moreseats are outside. Sitting outside added to the experience but I'd be lying if I didn't say I wasn't concerned about sliding down the slope. However, the server was so nice and very accommodating. The only problem is that she was stretched thin, so it was easy to feel a bit forgotten at times. The food was ok. All the food was fresh and pretty light. The star of the show was the Octopus dish. The shrimp was really good as well, but I just wished there were a couple of more prawns. The Shrimp Rice was just ok to me, and that was the most disappointing part. There were a lot of reviews raving about the dish, but simply didn't stand out to me.

Amazing. Wholly recommend. Staff is patient in explaining,…read more& not pushy. CASH ONLY, so prepare accordingly. Scallops, shrimp, sardines (we didn't think we liked sardines). All excellent. Most surprising was the chicken piri-piri. Outstanding! And the cabbage with peanut butter & (curry???) sauces. Delightful surprise. Smoked beef (not lengua) was good but didn't need mayonnaise type sauce on it. (Put the herbs with sauce on the side).

We came here early for dinner. The menu is on a chalkboard written in Portuguese. The waiter went…read moreover everything with us in English. Whew. We ordered several small plates- mainly seafood. The oysters, scallops (fav), and shrimp were all great. The last dish, beef tongue, was also enjoyed. I know I'm not being descriptive, but I don't remember the components of each dish. What I remember was that it was all good. You'll just have to try it yourself. Cash only.

It was then our first night in Lisbon and we found this restaurant nearby the place we stayed. It's…read morea family owned restaurant and the owner told us the place has been in operations for 96 years now. That's AMAZING! The place is very nice and cozy, the food was great, the service was excellent, the Vinho Verde we had tastes very good. A well recommended place to have food and drinks in Lisbon.

This place is not far from Marques, I am happy I had experienced it; the owner told us it is a…read morefamily business, the owner his wife and the son run this place. It exists since 96 years and their food was amazing; I had Cod fish and a vegetable soup, a piece of cake coffee and caramel to end the amazing meal; The wine was great, I tried the Vinho Verde; The place is cozy with a Portuguese atmosphere . Highly recommended.

Also goes by the name Blue Bistrot I believe, at least for the restaurant portion of this hotel and…read morespa in the heart of Libson. This was our first official meal in Lisbon, a reservation for 9:45 pm dinner on a Wednesday, and it was a great introduction to Portuguese food. The street at the entrance was empty and quiet, and there weren't many people inside, presumably because it was late. Service was excellent, they were very nice, told us to take our time despite our late reservation. Pumpkin soup was the appetizer, and it was delicious. Creamy and hearty but somehow not heavy, with some tomato and meaty flavor that went well with the sweet pumpkin. Comes with some seeds and bread that you can dip the soup with. 5/5 Octopus-comes with some green peppers, quinoa, and a tomato paste/puree that gives it a light, slightly sweet, slightly spicy taste that went very well with the octopus. This is a great summer dish. Interestingly the thin end of the octopus was not that crispy, maybe that was the intention, but the entire tentacle taste and texture was pretty homogenized. 4.5/5 Risotto- also has pumpkin, but more savory with cheese and butter, topped with leek and I belive has mushrooms. Not sure how they're getting away with using heavy ingredients coming together to become a light dish, but they're pulling it off perfectly. Price was also very reasonable. We did get asked about tip, which not all restaurants in Lisbon do, but we felt tip was deserving at this establishment.

This restaurant is in a small boutique hotel with its own outside entrance. The atmosphere is…read moresophisticated and although there are televisions about as this is also a bar, the sound is off. The food and service were exceptional. I recommend Sopa de Pedra. Best I've ever had and served it in a creative way. Service was attentive and polite and generous. I wanted to eat there every night but as a tourist I simply couldn't repeat. I wanted to return. I hope they succeed they are special.

I came here by my hotel concierge's recommendation. It is a great tapas bar which takes seriously…read moreof the food quality! The entrance is roped out - when you try to get in, one of the staff members comes out to explain the 'rule'...basically two food items per person is required (requested), so you cannot come here just for beverages. There were lots of yummy tapas dishes described on the blackboard, but I definitely enjoyed my selection - well, thanks to the helpful staff to make my decision. Both seared tuna and boiled shrimp were excellent, and perfect afternoon snack for me!

We had an outstanding experience at daPrata52, and it was easily one of our favorite meals in…read moreLisbon. The food across the board was excellent--every dish we tried was flavorful, well-prepared, and felt thoughtfully put together. You can tell there's real intention behind both the menu and execution. What really elevated the experience, though, was our waiter, Bernardo. He brought incredible energy to the table--full of personality, engaging, and genuinely fun to interact with. At the same time, his service was top-notch: attentive without being overbearing, helpful with recommendations, and clearly passionate about what he does. Great food is one thing, but when you pair it with service like that, it turns into a memorable experience. Highly recommend--and if you get Bernardo, you're in for a great time.

Great location, great atmosphere with the decoration and lights and music. The food was flavorful…read moreand delicious. We did love getting sat next to the bar. The plates are a lot of food served for one so go with an empty belly. We had a small jar of white wine sangria. They have cute photo opportunity there too!

This place is tucked away just out of sight, around the corner from a theater and less than a block…read moreaway from the popular Avenida Liberdade. Stumbled on this place when searched for a popular steak sandwich only to discover this spot is a meat lover and seafood paradise! The variety of seafood rice dishes are large and perfect for sharing. The steak is served on a board, with fries and a small salad (which is barely a salad). The cookie cake dessert was my favorite dessert I have had in Portugal! Sunday night there is a dj and a younger crowd.

I visited Cascais, Portugal a few years ago, and I can still remember how special that trip was…read more Portugal remains one of my all-time favorite places to visit. The food was absolutely delicious, the people were warm and friendly, and Cascais had such a relaxing and beautiful atmosphere. It's a wonderful tourist destination where you can slow down, enjoy the scenery, explore, and simply take in the moment. Cascais left such a beautiful impression on me, and I would definitely go back again when I get the chance. Hopefully, one day soon!

Highlight was the amazing freshness of all the authentic Portuguese food. Hole in the wall local…read morejoint where no English is spoken, but flavors & culture are at their peak.