Best places to eat in Lisbon

Lisbon does food with soul. From family-run tascas to bold new kitchens, the city is packed with places that know how to cook – and serve it with style. Whether you're chasing grilled octopus, slow-cooked pork, or that perfect pastel de nata, this guide to the best restaurants in Lisbon will point you to the ones worth your time (and appetite).

Where to eat in Lisbon: Best restaurants

Hungry in Lisbon? You’ve got options – and they’re good. Portugal restaurants are having a moment, and the capital is leading the charge. From slow brunches to bold petiscos, Lisbon’s food scene mixes tradition with invention. We’ve scoured the menus, dodged the tourist traps, and lined up the best restaurants in Lisbon for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Just come hungry.

Best breakfast spots

Because coffee and carbs are non-negotiable in Lisbon.

1. Fauna & Flora (Santos)

• Rua da Esperança 33, 1200-655 Lisboa

Brunch goals with Portuguese flair – think poached eggs, banana bread, and green smoothies, all served in a leafy café that looks like it belongs on a Pinterest board. Yes, it’s busy. Yes, it’s worth it.

2. Heim Café (Santos)

• R. Santos-O-Velho 2 e 4, 1200-109 Lisboa

This place does a killer avo toast and possibly the city’s best flat white. It’s compact and gets packed fast, but service is fast and friendly.

3. Seagull Method Café

• R. da Palmeira 23, 1200-311 Lisboa

Tucked away near Cais do Sodré, it’s all about great coffee, shakshuka, and strong sourdough game. A local favorite with international vibes.

4. Dear Breakfast (Bica)

• R. das Gaivotas 17, 1200-163 Lisboa

Stylish, sleek, and slightly more upscale, this is the place for eggs benedict, smoked salmon, and cocktails before noon (no one’s judging).

5. Nicolau Lisboa

• R. de São Nicolau 17, 1100-547 Lisboa

Instagrammable but not just for show. Expect stacks of pancakes, smoothie bowls, and a reliable coffee fix in a buzzing setting.

Best lunch spots

Midday meals worth planning your sightseeing around.

1. Taberna da Rua das Flores

• Rua das Flores 103 109, 1200-194 Lisboa

Old-school Portuguese with a modern twist. No reservations, tiny menu, and serious flavors – come early or risk the wait.

2. O Velho Eurico

• Largo São Cristóvão 3, 1100-179 Lisboa

This local hangout serves classics like bacalhau à brás and pork cheeks done right. Honest prices and full of charm.

3. Time Out Market Lisbon

• Mercado da Ribeira, Av. 24 de Julho, 1200-479 Lisboa

Yes, it’s touristy. But it also delivers big time – Michelin-star chefs, regional specialties, and a table for every taste.

4. Casa da Índia

• Rua do Loreto 49 51, 1200-471 Lisboa

No-frills, all flavor. Grilled fish, piri-piri chicken, and cold beer – served fast and without fuss.

5. Senhor Uva

• R. de Santo Amaro 66A, 1200-804 Lisboa

If you’re into wine bars and vegetarian plates that don’t taste like compromise, this is your spot. Natural wines, clever dishes.

Best diner spots

Late nights, long meals, and serious cooking.

1. Cervejaria Ramiro

• Av. Alm. Reis 1 H, 1150-007 Lisboa

Seafood heaven. Go for garlic clams, giant tiger prawns, and buttery scarlet shrimp. Skip the fancy – this is bib-on dining at its best.

2. Prado

• Tv. das Pedras Negras 2, 1100-404 Lisboa

Slick, seasonal, and seriously impressive. Think farm-to-table without the fuss – vegetables, meats, and wines from all over Portugal.

3. Taberna Sal Grosso (Graça)

• Calçada do Forte 22, 1100-256 Lisboa

Tiny, casual, and loud in the best way. The petiscos (Portuguese small plates) here are packed with punch – don’t miss the octopus.

4. Bairro do Avillez

• R. Nova da Trindade 18, 1200-303 Lisboa

Chef José Avillez’s Lisbon flagship blends Portuguese roots with creative flair. You’ll need a booking and an appetite.

5. Ponto Final

• R. do Ginjal 72, 2800-285 Almada

OK, technically it’s across the river in Almada – but watching the sun set behind Lisbon while you dig into grilled dourada is hard to beat.