If, late at night, you really want to eat, try the best steak and chips, served with a spicy sauce, that the Café de São Bento has to offer. The atmosphere is nice and quiet and the cheese from the Serra da Estrela, a delicacy served with red wine is delicious. As the bar has a good choice of aperitifs, you can also also order an after-dinner drink if you want to.
The Pavilhão Chinês (Chinese Pavilion) is a one-of-a kind bar in Lisbon, where you can expect to have a truly memorable experience. The bar has four rooms peppered with intriguing, uncanny decor that includes pieces of art, war helmets, miniature airplanes, ceramics and other objects from the all over the world, collected by the owner himself. Featuring an extensive collection of beers and spirits, name your choice of drink, and you are certain to find it at this bar. The snooker in one of the rooms is another option to enjoy.
Sophistication and style are always together when speaking of a Sheraton Hotel. The Panorama restaurant is located precisely at the top floor of the Sheraton in Lisbon, and it is one of the most superb places to have a meal in the city. The menu combines both Portuguese style cuisine and an international approach. Therefore, this restaurant has truly innovative dishes like the Favas Escalfadas em Azeite e Alho (Boiled Fava Beans in Garlic and Olive Oil) or the Bacalhau à Lagareiro com Grão e Tomate Seco (Baked Codfish with Chickpeas and Dried Tomatoes).
Located in a small street in Alfama, this place is well known for its accompanying fado singers. The photos of the best fado singers decorate the walls of this restaurant, in addition to a nice collection of traditional tiles. It is a nice place to enjoy dishes, typical to Lisbon. If you're not in the mood to eat, you can simply order a bottle of wine. A reservation is highly recommended.The photos of the best Portuguese singers decorate the walls of this restaurant in addition to a great set of azulejos.
A well known bar in Lisbon, the Cervejaria Trindade boasts a spacious bar and a restaurant. It is ideally located in downtown, close to several attractions. The decor is traditional and perfectly complements the food. The menu includes famous Trindadian steaks which are prepared in a special sauce and another popular dish of fresh seafood. Thanks to its large-sized dining space, Trindade can host big dinner groups comfortably - perfect for tour groups, families, or late work gatherings.
While this is the only restaurant in the museum district of Castelo St. Jorgehe, you will find the Casa has all the signature charm of the Portuguese Pousadas or inns. The restaurant's atmosphere is a combination of traditional Portuguese earthiness and elegance. You will find the service to be attentive. In summer, meals are served on the terrace. This option allows you to enjoy an incredible view of Lisbon.
A gourmet restaurant that celebrates canned food, Can The Can is a great place to sample excellent local dishes while enjoying fado. The setting is very industrial with blonde wood fixtures adorning every corner and a quirky metallic chandelier dominating the center space. While some people may be put off by the prospect of being served canned food, the restaurant actually selects ingredients from tins and mixes them with fresh ones to create dishes like Traditional Cod Sausage, Beetroot Carpaccio with Smoked Mackerel and Tostas de Bacalhau Confitado. Flavors are spot on and even quality sustains a high level. Evenings see the restaurant getting swamped so make sure you reserve ahead to enjoy dining with fado.
The past of the Martinho da Arcada Coffee House goes back to the 18th century, when this special place was founded. One of Portugal's great poets also used to go to Martinho, in the beginning of the 20th century, Fernando Pessoa used the stone covered table that is still kept there.
Enjoying an envious location at one of the busiest squares of the city, this branch of Nosolo Italia attracts an eclectic mix of patrons. They explore the restaurant for brunch, lunch, dinner and its gorgeous patio makes the place ideal for a nice drink too. Nosolo Italiais popular for their quintessential Italian dishes which are cooked with the use of freshest possible ingredients, sourced from local markets. Dishes are created with passion and presented with elegance here. In addition to the savory delights, this place is known for their luscious desserts, gelato and coffee too. Also, they have a fine wine list, and patrons can rely on waiters for suggestions.