Restaurante Pica-Pau

If you want a true taste of Portugal, this spot delivers big time. Always buzzing so booking ahead is your best friend. Mafra bread, slow‑cooked pork that melts away, classic gambas, and plenty of dishes made for petiscar, sharing, and discovering new flavors together. No fuss, no over‑styling — just honest, consistent, beautifully crafted Portuguese food. The location is cool the energy is lively, and the service is fast, friendly, and on point. A must‑try in Principe Real.

Everything is soooo good! Especially pork Presa and loin skewer madeira island style. We orderws another Pork presa for desert(not kidding). Is so soft. We will come back for sure. Best restaurant in Lisbon for sure

Pica Pau in Lisbon is an absolute standout and an easy 10/10. The chef’s recommendation—the duck rice—was phenomenal: rich, deeply flavorful, and perfectly balanced with tender shredded duck, chorizo, and smoked bacon. Every bite felt indulgent without being heavy. The experience was elevated even further by the incredibly friendly staff; my waitress was knowledgeable and had a nice smile, and her wine recommendation paired beautifully with the dish. Warm hospitality, excellent food, and thoughtful service make Pica Pau a must-visit when in Lisbon.

We got to the restaurant 2 hours before closing but unfortunately the kitchen was already closed. However we were able to order the snacks from the Menu such as bread, olives and other things. The prices are fair and the restaurant itself has a cozy atmosphere and interior. The staff was also nice

Excellent Portuguese restaurant with incredible service. Everything tasted very good, the service was attentive. My only regret is that there didn’t seem to be any Portuguese people there, probably because it’s a bit pricey, but that gave a slightly inauthentic vibe to the place.

This restaurant provided a truly outstanding dining experience. Since it was recommended by a relative who ravels extensively and spends LOTS of time researching and trying restaurants, our expectations were high. Even so, it exceeded our expectations. the service was . So we went there with high expectations - and still, this place exceeded all expectations. The service was exceptional - not robotic or distant, but demonstrative of the teamwork it takes to deliver this kind of experience. The menu was varied and the food was fabulous. A minute or two at the table already gets you delicious home made bread, a custom butter, olives and other appetizers, and a drink order. Our food was produced pretty fast. Anything on the menu is worth devouring, but I especially enjoyed "duck rice" (a blend of deliciously seasoned rice with mixed portions of duck and sausage and toped with parsley), and the octopus entre, which adds whole baked potatoes to tender pulpo. Vegetarian options were also available. The drinks list is extensive, though I was content with a special brewed iced tea infused with orange and mint. Fabulous desserts can follow the meal or can be had at the dessert bar on the way in. In sum, words cannot do it justice. It is highly recommended.

Went to Pica-Pau for a solo lunch prior to my flight out of Lisbon. The food was absolutely delicious and the service provided was a true testament to the generous hospitality of the Portugese. I requested if my meal could be staggered in its service as I didnt want to rush through and they very kindly accommodated the request and so I managed to spend a leisurely 1 to 2 hours enjoying my meal and my own company. The ambience was cozy and welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed myself and recommended Pica-Pau to friends and family who went to Lisbon after my return.

We had an excellent dining experience on a Wednesday night at Pica-Pau. We were seated in the back patio room which was light and airy. The wait staff worked together to pair the perfect wine (Pegos Claros Claro from Setubal region) for our dishes which were very tasty. We started with the bread and clams. Then enjoyed the Grouper and Prawn Rice and the Alentejo Pork cheeks perfectly cooked. We were too full for dessert. Recommend and will return in the future.