Downunder by Justin Jennings

Went here on a recent trip to Portugal and was not disappointed. The food was spectacular and the service was amazing. Would go back again 100%. Have the kangaroo tartar, it was delicious!

We visited Lisbon from "Down under" never expecting to eat at an Ozzie restaurant. We enjoyed the experience so much that we came back before going home. We found the staff friendly and welcoming without being intrusive. We even had a chat with Justin who popped by. We had the 6 course tasting menu. We whole heartedly recommend it . Good portion sizes to get a range of food. We would recommend the 8 course if you wish to try some of the exotic meats on offer. We found each course was well balanced and utterly delicious. Duck perfectly cooked. The pork tender and juicy. The flavours in the prawn and the ceviche just wonderful. The fish with crispy skin and soft juicy flesh. And the pav to top it off (not strictly on degustation; requested without issue).

Dined here on Wednesday with my son and enjoyed the experience overall. We were seated upstairs by the bar although I was hoping we'd be downstairs in the more atmospheric dining space. The food was decent but not exceptional. I ordered the vegetable Gyoza and for main course the duck. The carrot puree was creamy smooth but needed to be hotter. I should also have requested a steak knife as the rare duck was difficult to cut with a regular knife. Dessert was nice although I'm not a fan of creme fraiche and chocolate. My son wasn't keen on the Kangaroo tartare but enjoyed his pork belly. The mojito cocktail was good and the pinot noir enjoyable too. The price was decent at €110 euros.

I had dinner at Downunder on Friday evening and was greeted by welcoming and attentive staff who took the time to answer all my questions about the menu with knowledgeable detail. The dishes we chose were presented in generous portions, tasted delicious, and were packed with flavour. The wine selection was excellent, catering to all pockets and tastes. The restaurant's spacious layout added to the pleasant atmosphere, with background music at a volume that allowed for easy conversation. Downunder delivered on all fronts, especially with a menu that skilfully mixed traditional Aussie ingredients with Portuguese flavours. The pavlova is exceptional. All in all, just great value and a very enjoyable meal.

This is probably the best restaurant I have been to in recent times! The bread came warm and with an aromatised butter (truffle and olives). Then the crocodile salad, which was very exquisite, as it was the first time I tried crocodile. It tasted different but good. The kangaroo tartare was amazing! The meat was so good! Then the main dishes. It’s hard to decide which one was the best. The corvina was divinal! The crusty peel and the combination with the peas purée… Also, the Tom Yum chicken, with a great rice and a distinct flavour that made it fantastic. Moreover, the kangaroo steak was incredible, so tender and with very well cooked vegetables. Who would tell that kangaroo was this good! Finally, the pork belly, which was absolutely delicious. I recommend all the dishes, it will be hard not love them. To end, the chocolate and salty caramel tart, which is apparently an adaptation of the chef’s signature dessert. It was the best way to end this meal! I totally loved it! Overall, this is an incredible opportunity to try different dishes and meats! The experience was awesome, I totally recommend this place! It’s not expensive considering the current prices of restaurant and it’s totally worth it! The waiter was also super nice!

Cozy, charming spot with outstanding food and excellent service. Every dish was memorable and unique, with bold flavours and fresh ingredients. A 10/10 experience.

Service started off a bit awkward. I was directed downstairs, to where the only server there gave me a nod and continued to serve a table of 6, at the time, he was opening a bottle of champagne and serving them. I understood and waited. But after about 5 mins of standing alone awkwardly, just as I noticed he was about to introduce a different bottle of wine to them, I quickly asked him where my table was. The rest of the service was fine, the food was delicious. Would I go back? I don't think so.

We had a lovely time. Flavorful and balanced dishes. Friendly and welcoming staff. Really fairly priced. Located in a calmer part of the area but not out of the way. A definite recommendation.

Overall, this was a fantastic experience! I came across this restaurant on the Michelin guide and decided to make it a part of my Lisbon trip and I am glad that I did. I opted for the 8 course tasting menu and took my time enjoying the experience. Service was great at keeping each course at my pace, not rushing me along by any means. The seafood course were phenomenal! It was my first time having crocodile and I would definitely have it again. The pork belly and duck were a little disappointing. The flavors were great together but the textures of the meat were both a little on the tough side. The kangaroo croquette was surprisingly delicious as well. I really wasn't sure what to expect but the meat was tender and went really well with the bell pepper sauce. Still recommend a tasting for someone that wants to get a variety of dishes in!

We booked this reservation the day of, we were grateful that they had a table for us. Very small place, but nice and elegant. If you can do one of their tasting menus, you won't be disappointed..Great value and a nice experience. We also enjoyed pork belly, duck and chicken with lemongrass risotto. Service was very attentive, and our waiter knew the food and was excited about explaining the tasting menu. Chef Justin stopped by the table also, nice gesture.

Food was really good. I've never had crocodile or kangaroo before so this was a new experience. I don't think it was for me but I tend to not like red meat that much. Everything was quite affordable based on the quality. We also got their sangria which was delicious but then it started to attract some flies, which was not great. Plenty of seating indoors and downstairs. The bathroom was small but clean. Our server was pleasant, provided lots of recommendations, and our food was served in a timely manner.

Super solid restaurant with well cooked and flavored dishes! Here's what we ordered: 1. Crocodile Salad: this was my first time having croc, so I was a little worried, but the croc meat tastes just like any other meat. The light and tangy sauce made the dish super refreshing! 2. Duck Entree - delicious, duck is nicely tender, carrot puree is creamy and light, liked the slight crunch of the sweet potato chips on top 3. Corvina Entree - the fish was nicely flavored with crispy skin and soft meat. 4. Salmon Entree - loved the textures of this dish, the salmon was melt in your mouth and the addition of the falafel added a nice crunch 5. Citrus Curd Tart - loved the sweet tang of the curd and bite of the tart, well balanced flavors. Only gripe was that the berries were too tart, but that wasn't a big part of the dessert anyways. Delicious!!

Wow! Loved the food here! Everything was amazing. Kangaroo was not what I thought! Everything was cooked perfectly and the service was pretty good for Europe. However, we were the only ones in the restaurant for the first hour.

Who would have thought an Ozzie restaurant in Lisbon. But thankfully for Lisbon Justin Jennings thought to open here. After days of admittedly great Portuguese seafood it is nice to experience some of the best modern Australian offerings that thoughtfully mix in some of Lisbon's freshest produce with the likes of Kangaroo. If you haven't tried it yet your doing yourself a disservice. Now if only someone would open a truly authentic Vietnamese I'll be in heaven.

Fantastic Dining experience. Great but casual service with very tasty International Asian fusion food. Must try when you are in Lisbon.

Amazing food and great service. Wasn't what we were expecting, food and desserts were unbelievable. As I said to the chef, best Aussie food I've ever had and I lived there all my life.