Lots of options, between 5 of us at least one person loved each dish. Coming from Canada we wanted…read moreto experience local cuisine and this was an amazing way to do exactly that. Our 11 year absolutely loved the chicken gizzards, who would have known!! Give it a try, an excellent way to try new food. Staff were also amazing and made it a great experience.

Bairrices was a fun way to try different Portuguese dishes. Google maps took us to a building with…read moreno big signage. I did see a small sign with "Bairrices", so I went inside and followed the path. To get to the restaurant, I had to go through a door that led outside. Then the restaurant was on the right. I opted to sit outside and the server explained the menu to us in English. Basically you get served all 22 dishes plus dessert (see photo with yellow paper) for 22€ per person. If you end up liking any of them, you can order them again - as many as you want. Some dishes were cold, some were hot. The fried squid was my favorite. There weren't any that I hated, but like the server said, everyone's preference is different. There will be some dishes that you don't like. I never felt pressured to finish everything that was served. It was like a small (and affordable) tasting menu! Drinks cost separate. I highly recommend the sangria! For only 3€ you get a liter. It was so delicious, but also on the sweet side. The server was so nice and spoke English, which was very helpful. There is a small restroom next to the register inside the restaurant. I was able to pay with Apple Pay. They have free WiFi!

Experiencing fado, a type of Portuguese song, is high on the list of to-dos in every Lisbon…read moreguidebook. Having experienced fado outside of Portugal I didn't feel strongly that it was a must-do, but when I found myself at night on the street that is known for fado I prioritized it. For the best fado experience I recommend an intimate space, hopefully crowded with people but also with a view to the performers. Tasca do Chico is exactly that place. The doorman told us that space was standing room only, at the (tiny) bar. From there we could see and hear the performers while ordering food and drink. We'd not been there long before we were offered an available seat at a table which caused us to order more food and drink and stay a little longer. The fado here is quite good, made even more enjoyable as the artists change quite frequently; a song or two and a new artist steps forward, all very talented and enjoyable to watch and hear. The fado places tend to have lines out the door and a doorman managing entry. A place across the street looked much bigger but the intimacy is, in my opinion, what makes the experience both unique and special. Even if you have to start at the bar, Tasca do Chico is a great place to experience fado.

The only downside of this place was the wait , nearly an hour to get into the bar and another 20…read moreminutes before we were seated (they do have a minimum spend per person for the table). On the bright side, I met some new friends in line, and honestly, it was worth it even though I hoped the wait was shorter. The drinks and performances were incredible and exceeded my expectations. It's a small place so the performances felt very intimate, what a memorable night! Just a heads up: they only take cash, so don't make the same mistake I did. Cheers!

Great little restaurant with excellent tapas. Got the batata bombs (5), pardon peppers (5)(just the…read moreright amount of salt), scallops (5), goat cheese (4). Wine prices were very reasonable. Staff was very nice and did a good job. Would recommend.

Mesón Andaluz ended up being a really lovely experience for us…read more The service was thoughtful and kind. My mom has a stomach condition and wasn't able to eat much, and the waiter didn't hesitate to prepare simple boiled potatoes for her. It wasn't a big production, just genuine care, which meant a lot to us. He also shared details about their olive oil, which was excellent, and even sent me off with a small wine souvenir. The paella was delicious, and the inside of the restaurant is cozy and welcoming. We left feeling taken care of and happily fed. Would definitely recommend, especially if you value warm service as much as good food. Scallops were delicious.

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!

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.

daPrata52 is a fantastic Tapas restaurant to at is definitely worth a visit. It comes with some…read morerules--each is customer is required to order at least 2 tapas that are about a half meal each--then you can share them. I had read in Yelp that lines could be long, but we arrived early. They have a little red rope at the door where they explain the rules. The interior is kind of eclectic. They have wines at three price points, we got a really nice bottle of red called Pops reserve. For the tapas, we ordered the assorted cheeses, octopus risotto, duck breast with chips (not normally on the menu), and ceviche. All were superb. We started with the duck and ceviche. The duck was braised perfectly and seasoned well, wonderful. Then the ceviche had swordfish and tuna. I am not normally a sword fan, but this was very tasty. Next up were the cheese and risotto. The risotto was incredible, buttery and delicious. The cheese plate had 5 cheeses of different intensity. All were great, particularly the goat ones. It came with a pumpkin jam which I had never had before, but was very good. I definitely recommend this place

I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful restaurant. Our group of four ordered many…read moredifferent items from the menu, and every.single.food. delivered to our table was perfection. The woman owner of 20 years took our order and left us to cook everything fresh. We also saw her daughter working hard doing their food deliveries. The ambience is quaint and inviting with only about 7 tables. It felt comfortable like dining in someone's home. As we finished, the owner referred us to a fantastic Fado experience. What a joy to have stumbled across this local gem.

Beautiful food from this small spot in Bairro Alto. The night we wen there were very busy and…read morethough a three person operation, they did a nice job taking care of everyone. The food was exquisite, from the bacalao a bras to the duck rice to the octopus dish, meatballs with rice and the chicken with mushroom in pastry. All flavorful and made with love. Decent wine selection and outdoor seating. A true gem in the center of it all.

Hands down, my favorite place I tried in Portugal. The food, the ambiance, the drinks, everything…read morewas on point. And the service was AMAZING!! Gabby got us in for a last minute reservation which we so appreciated and our server, Morghana, was so so sweet, fun, and helpful with the menu. Everything about this place was amazing. Definitely a must stop when you're in the neighborhood.

food: overall yummy, the fish tempura had a bitter taste from poor frying or something, also the…read morepica pau was a bit tough I really enjoyed the pork belly, oxtail bao, churros, & the obsession cocktail Service: based off food I would've given this place a 4 star but the service was great so I boosted it to a 5 star. Really sweet staff & the power was cutting off which they handled professionally Ambiance: I like the interior, they also have a small outdoor section that looks great when it's warm out

What a truly heavenly delight!!! I had a wonderful evening…read moreat this restaurant and decided to come back the very next day for more. The staff is a delight, the food is awesome. This place delivers such a joyful experience and I would have gladly gone again...except I had to leave Lisbon the next morning. I will miss Lisboa é Linda. First night: Delicious amuse-bouche; fantastic spinach soup; cuttlefish with ink risotto; éclair with pistachio cream; two different rosés; 10-year port. Second night: an even tastier amuse-bouche; the perfect spinach soup (the same, I liked it so much); tuna in a ginger/garlic reduction; roasted kid crépine with broccoli rabe; hazelnut crème brûlée; two different white wines; 50-year port (phenomenal). I was in heaven and still am just thinking of it all. The kindness and expertise of staff and owner topped it all off.

Fernando and Nuna are the warmest, most inviting owners. They make you feel like you are family…read morewhile you enjoy their incredible cuisine. The ambiance is festive and lively. And the decor is creative and captivating. We started with an few apps ...duck, tempura string beans and grilled lettuce. I could have stopped there but glad I didn't. I had the octopus with spinach and it was divine. The catch was straight from the Algarve. My friend had tofu curry and loved it. The wine menu is extensive but they will help you navigate it easily. If you are not drinking they have yummy fresh juice options as well. This authentic Portuguese gem is not to be missed!!!

This was a place I was really excited about. My husband and I walked down to another restaurant to…read moreeat and passed by and saw the big chalk sign out front that said "Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free!"... I have Celiac disease and so navigating food when traveling is always an experience for me and I immediately tagged this place as one we would return to. Sadly, when we went and I said I needed to be gluten-free and asked if they had a separate menu when I only saw three items the server said "We really don't have a lot." ...then why is it advertised in huge letters on the sign outside? Felt strange. The service was exceptional of course - none of this at all is a condemnation of the employees - they were all great and attentive and helpful... I just think the advertising of the menu and branding needs... some rework? The check arrived with major sticker shock for fries, wings, and sangria (that was way way too sweet). We spend a good amount of our disposable income on dining out, with intent, and the value ratio for this one was... off. Environment? Very chill neighborhood "burger bar" type place. There are some couches and lots of art on the walls for purchase and pretty extensive beer list - larger than I had seen at any other restaurant in Alfama and beyond.

This place was jamming at 6pm on Friday, completely full, and we were running in as a rainstorm was…read morepouring down. Ended up squeezing in at a table by the door, not ideal as we were already cold and wet, but didn't want to have to go back out in the rain to find someplace else. Service was quick and friendly and we ordered a couple of local draft beers and the Piri Piri wings and a prawn sandwich. Prawn sandwich was ok, not a lot of flavor but came with some sweet potato chips and a nice arugula salad. Wings were fantastic, fell off the bone, grilled perfectly with just a bit of heat. Came with a sweet chili sauce for dipping. Beers were decent. Probably would have given it 5 stars but it was so loud and cold that we had a hard time enjoying the atmosphere and good food.

With a close proximity to the Time Out market, this made the perfect stopping point to just sit…read moredown and grab an espresso or latte. They also have delicious home made ice coffee, reasonably priced and large in size. The coffeehouse ambience here was amazing which is why we loved our visit here so much!

What I remember best from this place is the apple pie... So definitely go get that. I was lucky and…read moregot the last slice that day (it was fresh). Staff was really nice and the place is cute. Never had a real meal there but I should probably take care of that soon.