Highly recommended at the Hotel we're staying in. Walking distance about 8 minutes, place was very…read morebusy , bright with outdoor seating and we sat inside for a party of six. Service was nice with Daniel, we ordered Bock their local beer,and others ordered sodas. Bread was provided like a crusty French type. Wife ordered a grilled Cod , and i ordered a local grilled steak like sirloin served with fries and side of rice, Ambiance like a local spot neighborhood comfort food. Must try if in the area.

Good traditional Portuguese seafood. It's a no frills kinda place but one that the locals come to…read moreeat at. Wait staff was on point and as such they were ready to answer questions and make suggestions. We will be back...

Wonderful locals restaurant. You'll see a mix of locals here and tourists who are lucky enough to…read morestumble on this restaurant. Prices are very reasonable and the food is simple and honest. We tried many things which were all very tasty. Croquettes, fried squid, a bean and pork stew very similar to Brazilian feijoada and roast veal with rice and beans. Restaurant is large with ample seating and also convenient parking. Service is very friendly and attentive as is the owner.

Not sure why this place got crapped on by some folks but this was one of the better seafood paellas…read moreI had in Lisbon. The garlic shrimp was also pretty good and drool-worthy. Given the location I was definitely worried about tourist trap vibes but this place didn't give me any of that sense at all. Nothing fancy and the menu was pretty straightforward. The ambiance inside was nice and very relaxing. The fact it was also slightly off the main drag and not in the middle of the throngs of tourists (but within a very short walking distance) was also nice. It's a good place to stop by if you're hankering for a nice lunch in between your shopping or touring escapades.

The owner and servers were friendly. The atmosphere was good. They provide free wifi, which is on…read morethe wall. Their food was ok.

The best food in Lisboa, my wife and friends we came at this restaurant and were surprised…read more Very good food, topical from Portugal, my wife she take it Cod and I Grill pork. Please try for desert FLAN, it is home made it. Delicious

Looking for an authentic Portuguese cooked at a family restaurant? Definitely give this place a…read moretry. The prices are very cheap and portions are generous. The seating area is tight so you will be squeezing between other diners. If you can get past this small condition you will love it. Everyone was friendly and enjoying their food. The service was friendly and quick. We ordered grilled cod fish with potato and veggies and the goat stew daily special. The cod fish meat was so tender and delicate. Very delicious and melts in your mouth. Goat stew was like home cooked meal. You can taste the love and authentic flavours. We also ordered the dry cured ham which went perfectly with the fresh bread they served. The coffee was ok but nothing to write home about. The red wine was great and we finished the half bottle with ease. We will definitely come back and try some other dishes as we love to support the small local restaurant owners. Great food with unbeatable prices.

My family originally went to their other location called Restaurante Duque but they were busy. The…read moreserver was very kind and directed us here telling us that these two restaurants were owned by the same person and both places had the same food and prices, but Bessa was larger. Upon arriving, we were seated by the owner and were able to quickly order our food. - Shrimp pasta: 5/5 super rich in flavor - Seafood Paella: 5/5 rice was just the right texture and not too salty plus plenty of seafood

On top of everything else, the service here was phenomenal. I came a little early to dinner just…read morebecause I was in the area around 5:30. They were willing to see me. When I got in, the owner was the one personally greeting everybody at the door. He pulled out my chair, took my coat, and gave me a complementary shot of Ginja. and I thought it was fantastic service. I had only wish that I knew more Portuguese because he did not understand English. Just to clarify, the waiters though understand English and I had no problem as an English tourist. They were attentive, and they checked up every couple minutes. I ordered the Seabass and the shrimp appetizer. The shrimp starting us off was so good. It was marinated in a garlic butter sauce and they just executed it so well. I finished that in less than three minutes. The Seabass also was also fantastic. It was a really good cut of Fish and when in Portugal, definitely get the seafood. It was bounced really well with the potatoes and vegetables. Overall simple get flavorful and one of the best authentic Portuguese locations. The port wine was also good. If you haven't tried Port wine in Portugal yet, you can get it here. Otherwise that one was more of an add-on. Portwine though was sweet so just keep that in mind with what you want to pair your food with. Interior was nice with a wooden finish and white walls. They had tiles also halfway up, fitting Portugal's history of tile and ceramics. The place also is pretty easy to find, it's right next to Rossario and you just take one side street.

In the heart of Rossio, Taverna Imperial is an unassuming restaurant featuring typical Portuguese…read morecuisine. While the interior is cramped and dark, the exterior offers ample outdoor seating and a courtside view of the square, making it a perfect location for prime time people watching over a leisurely lunch. The meal consisted of fresh daily options simply prepared in generous portions. For $8, the salmon steak was massive, flaky, and delicious (as with most places in Portugal, beware of bones). My boyfriend enjoyed his skirt steak in Brazilian style, served with traditional angu, black beans, rice, and fries. This is the spot for a no frills satisfying meal at a fair price in the middle of all the action.

Our first dinner in Lisbon was at the outdoor patio at the Taverna Imperial restaurant. The street…read morewas busy with the Vogue Fashion night along avenue Liberdade. It is somewhat hard to describe this restaurant which I guess is something more like Portuguese pub food. The waiter was friendly and the meal started with some free appetizers of meat, cheese, and a fried potato fish rolls. We each had grilled grouper which came with boiled potato, carrots, and green beans. The fish and potatoes were good while the green beans were too soft. The meal was ok, but it was nice being in the street watching people hot by.

Our hotel concierge recommended Via Graca and it did not disappoint! The views are second to none…read morein Lisbon as you overlook the city. The staff are friendly and accommodative. We had the cod dish and the octopus dish and bothe were excellent! We started with the Ham Tasting--From Iberian pork, beef, duck and the sea, tuna......fantastic! If you're looking for a romantic spot with great views, food, and service don't miss this place! FYI, arrive early and grab a beer across the street and stand by the bridge and check out the views of the city.

The ambiance here is a solid 5 and reason alone to come here!!…read more The staff is great too. We had two waiter's and they could not have been nicer and attentive. The food: my dish of cod and chick peas was amazing. At first glance, I didn't think the fish was cooked all the way through, but it was perfect. Flaky, buttery and salty. My son really enjoyed his food and dessert. My husband on the other hand wasn't crazy about his lamb. He said it didn't taste like lamb, it had a peculiar taste to it and he didn't think it was a lamb, but maybe a kid which has a completely different taste. I am not a fan of lamb, and I did try it too, and have to admit it's funkier then I have tasted in the past. At the end, my husband said it was the best tasting €40 something tasting potatoes (which came with the dish). When the guy came over to clear the table (not our waiters) he asked how was everything and my husband told him the better lamb was not my favorite or maybe something like, I've had better. He then asked what he meant by it, and my husband told him, I don't think that was lamb-to which he shrugged and walked away with the dishes. Ok?? So, when our waiter came and asked for anything else like dessert or coffee there was no mention of-hey they told me you didn't like the lamb, nor did my husband mention it again, because once said should have been enough. Well, we got dessert paid and left. Aside from that, all was pretty good.

Just a wonderful atmosphere and meal at As Velhas! We initially thought we wanted outdoor seating,…read morebut the restaurant looked so charming so we (four adults) gave it a shot and we were very glad that we did. Antonio took care of us with excellent food suggestions and a wine pairing that was perfect and not too pricey. We had a fresh sea bass (my friend said best he's ever had), traditional cod (I loved it) and two steaks in two different sauces (pepper and mushroom) and they were both excellent. Antonio was such a pleasure and helped make it a very memorable evening for us.

Excellent food and great house wine. Had the haddock and shrimp with rice. My wife had the octopus…read morewhich wa outstanding. Service was a little slow. Only two servers for the entire place of 12 or so tables but other than that highly recommend.