O Velho Eurico
Restaurant · Baixa ·
Traditional Portuguese dishes, modern twists, lively atmosphere
Traditional Portuguese dishes, modern twists, lively atmosphere
"A proper old-school “Tasco” where everybody would go in the 60s and 70s, this place is still run like a Tasco by the new team with amazing energy, and the food is incredible. Get there early and be ready to put your name down and cross your fingers. Order the codfish dishes and liver on toast, and enjoy the tradition in Portugal of serving red wine in a bowl as a cup—they still do that here. Don't miss it." - Cass Farrar
"Walking in used to feel like discovering a local secret, but now lines form well before opening—and it’s worth the wait. Tucked on the way to São Jorge Castle, the cozy room hums as locals and travelers dive into twists on Portuguese classics: can’t-miss bacalhau à brás, perfectly cooked polvo, and rotating dishes that on my last visit included an impressively tender beef sandwich and orange squid with a spot-on balance of salt, sweet, and acid. A recent renovation added a slightly bigger kitchen and stools to watch the action; go with friends so you can order widely, settle in, and soak up the fun, relaxed chaos—likely punctuated by a shot of the team’s homemade spirit." - Abigail Malbon
"It’s almost impossible to reserve a table at this small spot on the corner of a sunny square at the foothills of the São Jorge Castle, but if you’re there early—which means 12:30 for lunch or 7pm for dinner—you’ll likely be able to snag a seat. Share the piglet empanada and three or four other plates while listening to Portuguese rock music inside, or attempt to balance on the cobblestones at the outdoor tables. Plan to come by after a morning visit to the castle, or before heading into Alfama for some fado at night." - rita geraldes
"On the way to São Jorge Castle, O Velho Eurico appears as if by providence, a cozy pit stop to replenish your energy with excellent Portuguese food, ideally on the charming terrace in the shade of some leafy trees. The old restaurant is now a place of pilgrimage, with the lines and sold out reservations for weeks to prove it. The menu is in the hands of young cook Zé Paulo Rocha, part of a new generation of Lisbon’s rising chefs, who have worked to move the dining scene forward. Expect traditional items made with a hint of modernity, like the excellent octopus carolino rice, pig head and white beans, bread pudding with beer caramel, and much more from a menu that changes daily." - Rafael Tonon
"Located in Mouraria, one of Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods. The restaurant features a modern touch with graffiti-covered walls and mismatched plates, while retaining traditional elements like a tiled mural. It offers elevated classic dishes such as bacalhau salad." - Austin Bush