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    Povo

    3.9 (44 reviews)
    ModeratePortuguese, Bars
    Open 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Shrimp croquet and cheese.
    Maitrayee D.

    Ordered shrimp croquette and cheese . Shrimp was very good . Not to crazy about the cheese . Then we ordered pica pao . Bit too salty for us . Ordered coriander rice. Was good . Octopus tempura was good came with a spicy mayo . Fado singers there were three . The lady singer didn't have much vibrato. But towards the end she sang really good . Liked the two instrumental players . They also charge you $4.00 each for the two instrumentalists . Overall a good experience. Our total bill was 50.00 euros . Different kind of experience it's a must for those who are visiting Lisbon .

    Charred Cabbage with Hummus and Raisins
    Stephen C.

    Another hidden gem in Lisbon! Upon a friend's recommendation, we decided to experience a local tradition on a Friday night. Be sure to make a reservation for 8pm for the local fado performance! You're able to order tapas dishes before the show starts, and only during the 2-3 breaks once it has begun. The 4 dishes were pretty tasty overall, all washed down with a dark beer, but the highlight of the night was definitely the fado performance. The atmosphere was quite cozy inside for a more personal experience, a sharp contrast to the bustling and lively streets outside on a Friday night.

    Feijoada!
    Abbey B.

    Came here during my solo trip to Lisbon. I was in search for an authentic Portuguese dish and I found one here! I had a dish called Feijoada which is a bean stew with meat. inordered a side of rice which was so buttery and good! I had mine with calamari and it was delicious! The staff was amazing and helpful! This establishment is located right in the popular pink street, so it is easy to find. There is outdoor seating, which was wonderful for me since the weather was nice (and also great for people watching haha). I came during the day so it wasn't busy. Love this place and would definitely return when I am back in Portugal! @therichaunt

    Braised cod, superb! And such a generous portion for about 10€
    Nique F.

    Heck yes, this is how you start a vacation. We read about Povo in the NYT Travel section, and it totally delivered on the promise of being a laid-back spot with creative Portugese food and great people watching on this happening pedestrian street. It feels moderately hipster, not too touristy, and very inviting. Grab a spot on the sidewalk patio, and sip some caipis, indulge in some melty local cheese, and order anything with cod. Their version was braised to succulent perfection, more like a steak than a filet. Prices were super reasonable, and portions were generous. When lots of Lisbon spots have you cooped up inside, it's refreshing to chill al fresco while enjoying some Portugese staples. While it doesn't have the waterfront views that other spots offer, it does have a cool back-alley vibe with plenty of foot traffic to feel exciting. I'd go back to Povo in a heartbeat!

    Bacalhau a Bras
    Remus X.

    Nice ambience for a gathering with friends or a date. The Bacalhau a Brás and Octopus salad tastes good. The sandwich is not surprising but overall we have very nice experience.

    The octopus salad could have been perfect by Portuguese standards but it wasn't my cup of tea.

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    Wonderful food, ( the eggplant , tuna and beet salad were particularly good, great service and the music was extraordinary

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    A reminder of the fact that you are a tourist. You will be treated as a tourist by the servers. Food was mediocre.

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    9 years ago

    Good food and music! The service is excellent. We really enjoyed it! Make sure you make a reservation because it's fully booked all night.

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    Great Portuguese buffet around noon for little money! Amazing and friendly staff - highly recommended.

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    We emailed about a week in advance of our trip to reserve a table for 4 on Saturday night to experience their Fado.

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    Tasca do Chico - Chicken sandwich

    Tasca do Chico

    4.1(56 reviews)
    0.5 kmBairro Alto, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré
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    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!

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    Tasca do Chico - View from the bar... a table will probably come available quite soon

    View from the bar... a table will probably come available quite soon

    Tasca do Chico - Food (snacks) are perfectly adequate but the fado is the reason you're here

    Food (snacks) are perfectly adequate but the fado is the reason you're here

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