This cozy little spot is located in a cobbled alley and was fun to find using Google Maps. Upon…read morearrival, the hostess asks if you have a reservation - if you do you get to sit in the part of the restaurant that has more life to it; if not you sit in the front room which was much quieter and only had one other table of of 2 people. Both are nice spaces but being a solo traveler it was a bit depressing having to sit alone in a dimly lit empty dining room looking out a window while others were dining in the lively space with an open kitchen. I understand that's how it is when being a table of one but moral is to make a reservation if you can b/c that would have been a better dining experience. The menu offers so many choices and is very vegetarian friendly. The server was helpful and provided recommendations. One thing I thought was tricky was how he brought bread to the table and asked "would you like some fresh bread and dips?" before putting it down. Since I had read reviews I knew to asd "doesn't that cost extra?" to which he replied yes so I opted to skip it. Especially because I was alone and most def couldn't have eaten all that food. The falafel hummus bowl was excellent. The hummus was perfectly prepared and beautifully creamy. It was served with warm pita that you could taste was housemade. That was some of the best pita I ever tasted. I also chose a watermelon basil mocktail which was very tasty. I wish I had room for dessert but was stuffed by the time I walked back to my accommodation.

What the ....? Just showed up at the restaurant during normal business hours and it's closed. Sign…read moresays open but it's dark, locked, and closed. Yallah dude, why aren't you open?????

We really had a hankering for pizza so looked up the top rated pizza places…read more Well trust this review and all the others! This place was phenomenal and so cute on the inside ! We did order pizzas but the table next to us ordered ravioli type dishes and all I could do was drool and second guess my selections. Well it our pizza was probably the best I've had in quite some time. Don't hesitate to go here!!

Nice, warm spot in this busy, hilly area of Lisbon full of tapas bars and restaurants. Sat in the…read moreback room for lunch that had a cozy atmosphere. Wonderful first casual dinner in Portugal after an arduous climb up those hills! The mushroom pizza, tomato salad and seafood pasta were all very good.

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.

Amazing food!!!! Loved the various dishes served…read morebeautifully. Also the server was very accommodating.

This place is delicious! The staff was friendly and helpful with all of the dietary restrictions…read moreand requests our party had. It's pretty small, so definitely recommend a reservation - especially for larger groups. The portions are good and the food comes out as it's ready, so be sure to remember what you ordered! I had the shakshuka and it was delicious - eggs were cooked perfectly and it had a little kick to it. I also had some of their hummus and it was very creamy.

Tapisco absolutely lives up to the hype--and then some. This intimate, buzzy spot blends Spanish…read moreflair with Portuguese soul, delivering tapas that feel elevated yet comforting. The standout--and must-order--dish is the cod with egg (their refined take on the classic bacalhau). It's silky, savory, and perfectly balanced, with the egg adding richness without overpowering the delicate salt cod. Truly iconic and reason alone to come here. Other highlights included the mussels, pan con tomate with jamón ibérico, and the seafood rice, which is deeply flavorful and ideal for sharing. Every plate arrived beautifully presented and thoughtfully seasoned. The space is chic and energetic with an open-kitchen vibe. Service was polished and knowledgeable, though it gets busy fast--reservations are essential even for a Sunday night. Tapisco is ideal for a stylish night out, a special dinner, or anyone wanting to experience modern Portuguese cuisine done right. Memorable and crave-worthy.

The seafood paella was excellent. My husband loved the steak. The staff was super friendly.read more

This place was a huge highlight of our time in Lisbon! We…read morehad a meat eater and a person with celiacs who both enjoyed many of the dishes. Great and flavourful food!

A vegan, plant based buffet in Lisbon?! Now this is why Lisbon ranks so high in my top cities for…read morevegans in the world. I visited Jardim das Cerejas on my final evening in town. I wasn't feeling super hungry so I opted to do a takeout box (€8) of their buffet food. The selection here was fantastic - many lentil/soy based protein options, a salad bar, rice and bread - really the perfect plant based meal where everything was tasty. My average rating really comes from my experience doing takeout. Maybe it's my American mentality, but when they handed me the takeout tray, I made sure to fill it up with as much food as possible (while not overloading). When I went to pay, the owner(?) scolded me and said it was now impossible to close and that I did not do this properly. I apologized and shared my embarrassment with them, but honestly - it was NOT that bad. I wasn't happy that they made a scene where everyone started staring as I continuously apologized and felt stern judgement. Finally, another staff member took over and closed the box for me and I paid and left. After sharing the photos with friends, nearly everyone concluded that it was not overfilled and definitely me just making the most of my limited space. Besides that experience, I still really appreciate them being available and would come back to do the actual sit down buffet so I can avoid this awkwardness again.

First night in Lisbon and this place came highly recommended…read more I loved how the staff was so friendly and cared more about our experience with them versus how much we ordered! The beef tartare was one of my favorites because of the flavor and bread! Was the perfect pairing. We were seated at the back patio and it was so perfect for a summer night! Would love to come back the next time I'm in Lisbon!

My friends and I stopped in here for dinner one evening while in Lisbon. The decor and overall…read moreatmosphere was super cute & fun. The drinks were good and the food was pretty good. However, for the price we paid... we still left hungry unfortunately. While it was yummy, the tapas seemed to be a little small to share. However the waiter did have knowledge of gluten free offerings for my celiac disease which was great!

Solid intent Maybe…read moreeven great intent Service starts well and gets really shaky Food is ok but every steak overcooked Osso Bucco just terrible Nice location Ambiance needs some help Ughhh

tomato and burrata were amazing! Penne carbonara was great too. Service was good and was a cozy…read morerestaurant

Small place, friendly service, good food. They had vegetarian options. I ordered the salmon which…read morewas cooked to perfection (wasn't deboned well), and the potatoes were mediocre. The bread and olive oil was good, and salad with goat cheese was fresh. It was a very convenient spot as it was past 10pm, in Bairro Alto, with vegetarian options...wifi was a plus! The owners were very friendly and waited until the very last minute possible before closing. They continued cleanup and allowed us to chit chat...greatly appreciated!

Small place, friendly service. About 4 tables outside. There…read moreis a la carte dishes for about 10 to 20 euros and a 15e menu. It was tasty, the portion was normal size. Good for a small dinner!

We throughly enjoyed our dining experience here! Highly recommend putting this wonderful bistro on…read moreyour list for a great meal when in Lisbon.

I went back and forth between three and four stars, and came to the conclusion I had higher hopes…read morebeing on vacation and Europe has always had a higher standard for me with food compared to the United States. Inside was classically decorated with many square tables that could be rearranged for groups of 1-2 or larger. We did not need a reservation but it was a Tuesday night at 8pm. Service was friendly but could felt similar to the service you get in many tourist restaurants and the idea of American tipping seems to be taking root. Food portions were hearty and seemed to be a more formal take on Portuguese comfort food (I imagine). The Cod Duque was under seasoned with the Octopus done well and the sweet potato puree was just....there.