Gastronomy in Lisbon
Taste Lisbon's sweetest flavours
Delight in the authentic flavour of pasteis de nata, the capital's ex-libris that you can't miss. The locals' favourites are divided between the three main houses in Lisbon: Pastéis de Belém, Manteigaria and Fábrica da Nata. Which will be your favourite?
Food markets
Mercado da Ribeira and Mercado de Campo de Ourique are much more than just markets. Here, you'll find fresh produce stalls side by side with small restaurants and gourmet kitchens, where you can savour freshly made dishes with local ingredients, while blending in with Lisbon's daily life.
Fado and flavours that thrill
Experiencing fado while savouring typical Portuguese cuisine is a unique experience in Lisbon. Fado houses in Alfama and Bairro Alto offer this authentic show, accompanied by delicacies such as bacalhau à brás, chouriço assado and caldeirada, while the Portuguese guitar echoes in the background.
The sea on your plate: fresh flavours
Let yourself be carried away by the flavours of the sea in Lisbon's iconic seafood restaurants. Places like Ramiro and Cervejaria da Esquina offer a veritable feast of barnacles, clams à bulhão pato, succulent prawns and stuffed crab, always fresh and served with toasted bread and a generous dose of olive oil.
Tascas and appetisers in Lisbon
Discover Lisbon's traditional tascas, where snacks are king. Try dishes such as octopus with vinaigrette, peixinhos da horta and the famous pregos em pão, always accompanied by a glass of vinho verde or a local craft beer. Neighbourhoods like Alfama and Mouraria are perfect for getting lost in these genuine flavours.
Discover cod in all its forms
Lisbon is known for having 1001 ways of cooking cod. From the traditional bacalhau à brás to bacalhau com natas or grilled, this fish is a must in typical restaurants. Whatever the version, each one reveals the Portuguese soul in every bite.
Neighbourhood pastries: sweet secrets
There are countless typical sweets hidden in neighbourhood pastry shops. Discover delicacies such as queijadas and travesseiros from Sintra, napkins and rice cake, always accompanied by a strong Portuguese coffee, in the nooks and crannies of places like A Brasileira and Pastelaria Versailles.
Toasting life with ginjinha
End your day in Lisbon with a traditional ginjinha, the sour cherry liqueur served in small glass tumblers. Historic places like Ginjinha Espinheira, in Rossio, keep this tradition alive, where every sip warms the soul and brings your journey through the flavours of Lisbon to a golden end.
Savour brunch with a dip in the pool
