Lisbon
Bolo d'Oro
Temporarily Closed
Petit pastries
Vago
Bar · Bairro Alto
Hot young people!
Matiz Pombalina Cocktail Bar
Cocktail bar · Madragoa
Cozy spot for cocktails, kind of far from touristy areas
Casa da Tia Helena
Restaurant · Castelo
A Marisqueira do Lis
Seafood restaurant · Estefanía
Skip the long lines at Cervejaria Ramiro & go here instead
Toca da Raposa
Cocktail bar · Baixa
Great cocktail selection, v balanced concoctions
Tasca Pete
Restaurant · Estefanía
Incredible focaccia; everything else a bit salty. British owner, super small joint, most likely need advanced resys
Casual place for wine & small plates, cute bartender
PLANTO
Restaurant · Bairro Alto
Dear Breakfast - Alfama
Brunch restaurant · Castelo
Touristy, can’t beat the full breakfast though..
CINCO lounge
Cocktail bar · Bairro Alto
Expensive-ish cocktails; consider getting the Screaming Orgasm…
Secret Garden LX
Cultural association · Estefanía
Best sunset views; owner Gerson is nice and chatty
Museu Coleção Berardo
Modern art museum · Belém
Must see for any contemporary art enthusiasts; detailed signage
Downunder by Justin Jennings
Restaurant · Bairro Alto
Incredible meal, skipped the tasting menu. Had the kangaroo tartar (!!) & crocodile salad for appetizers, 36h pork belly (!) & kangaroo steak for entrees.
Manteigaria - Fábrica de Pastéis de Nata
Pastry shop · Baixa
Popular pastel de nata joint. Go early to avoid tourists. Really custardy…
Bookstore Bar Girl and Girl
Bar · Chiado
Chill place on Pink Street to read and sip on wine
Mambo
African restaurant · Bairro Alto
Good peanut stews, vegetarian/vegan options
Curated vintage & performance space
A Outra Face da Lua (Baixa)
Vintage clothing store · Baixa
Great selection of curated men’s and women’s vintage. Lots of small purses, scarves, kimonos, blouses, and sweatshirts.
Miguel Castro e Silva
Restaurant · Chiado
Got the bacalhau a bras; if you’re in cheesy mode, would recommend the Francesinha (cheese-layered meat sandwich)…
Bolo d'Oro
Temporarily Closed
Cozy spot for d’Oro pastries and coffee, just under 2 euros for the combo!
Damas
Restaurant · Mouraria
All-Portuguese menu: had veal & octopus salad. Good for groups (big tables), solo diners, and vegans (!!)
Casa São Miguel
Cafeteria · Alfama
English tea house vibes (compliment earned from the very English lady next to me). Great pastries & tea.
Penalva da Graça
Restaurant · Estefanía
Cash only, great seafood. Got the clams, shellfish & rice. Coming back for grilled codfish.
Lisbon
Incredible focaccia; everything else a bit salty. British owner, super small joint, most likely need advanced resys
Must see for any contemporary art enthusiasts; detailed signage
Incredible meal, skipped the tasting menu. Had the kangaroo tartar (!!) & crocodile salad for appetizers, 36h pork belly (!) & kangaroo steak for entrees.
Popular pastel de nata joint. Go early to avoid tourists. Really custardy…
Great selection of curated men’s and women’s vintage. Lots of small purses, scarves, kimonos, blouses, and sweatshirts.
Got the bacalhau a bras; if you’re in cheesy mode, would recommend the Francesinha (cheese-layered meat sandwich)…
Cozy spot for d’Oro pastries and coffee, just under 2 euros for the combo!
All-Portuguese menu: had veal & octopus salad. Good for groups (big tables), solo diners, and vegans (!!)
English tea house vibes (compliment earned from the very English lady next to me). Great pastries & tea.
Cash only, great seafood. Got the clams, shellfish & rice. Coming back for grilled codfish.
Bolo d'Oro
Temporarily Closed
Petit pastries
Vago
Bar · Bairro Alto
Hot young people!
Matiz Pombalina Cocktail Bar
Cocktail bar · Madragoa
Cozy spot for cocktails, kind of far from touristy areas
Casa da Tia Helena
Restaurant · Castelo
A Marisqueira do Lis
Seafood restaurant · Estefanía
Skip the long lines at Cervejaria Ramiro & go here instead
Toca da Raposa
Cocktail bar · Baixa
Great cocktail selection, v balanced concoctions
Tasca Pete
Restaurant · Estefanía
Incredible focaccia; everything else a bit salty. British owner, super small joint, most likely need advanced resys
Casual place for wine & small plates, cute bartender
PLANTO
Restaurant · Bairro Alto
Dear Breakfast - Alfama
Brunch restaurant · Castelo
Touristy, can’t beat the full breakfast though..
CINCO lounge
Cocktail bar · Bairro Alto
Expensive-ish cocktails; consider getting the Screaming Orgasm…
Secret Garden LX
Cultural association · Estefanía
Best sunset views; owner Gerson is nice and chatty
Museu Coleção Berardo
Modern art museum · Belém
Must see for any contemporary art enthusiasts; detailed signage
Downunder by Justin Jennings
Restaurant · Bairro Alto
Incredible meal, skipped the tasting menu. Had the kangaroo tartar (!!) & crocodile salad for appetizers, 36h pork belly (!) & kangaroo steak for entrees.
Manteigaria - Fábrica de Pastéis de Nata
Pastry shop · Baixa
Popular pastel de nata joint. Go early to avoid tourists. Really custardy…
Bookstore Bar Girl and Girl
Bar · Chiado
Chill place on Pink Street to read and sip on wine
Mambo
African restaurant · Bairro Alto
Good peanut stews, vegetarian/vegan options
Curated vintage & performance space
A Outra Face da Lua (Baixa)
Vintage clothing store · Baixa
Great selection of curated men’s and women’s vintage. Lots of small purses, scarves, kimonos, blouses, and sweatshirts.
Miguel Castro e Silva
Restaurant · Chiado
Got the bacalhau a bras; if you’re in cheesy mode, would recommend the Francesinha (cheese-layered meat sandwich)…
Bolo d'Oro
Temporarily Closed
Cozy spot for d’Oro pastries and coffee, just under 2 euros for the combo!
Damas
Restaurant · Mouraria
All-Portuguese menu: had veal & octopus salad. Good for groups (big tables), solo diners, and vegans (!!)
Casa São Miguel
Cafeteria · Alfama
English tea house vibes (compliment earned from the very English lady next to me). Great pastries & tea.
Penalva da Graça
Restaurant · Estefanía
Cash only, great seafood. Got the clams, shellfish & rice. Coming back for grilled codfish.
