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Neighborhoods in Lisbon

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• Alfama – Oldest district. Cobblestone streets, Fado music, tiled facades.

• Bairro Alto – Vibrant nightlife and historic streets.

• Príncipe Real – Trendy, gay-friendly, full of cafés and shops.

• Chiado – Elegant shopping, old cafés, and literary history.

• Belém – Historic area with Jerónimos Monastery, MAAT, and Pastéis de Belém.

• Cais do Sodré – Hip riverside district with bars and the Time Out Market.

• Graça – Charming residential area with miradouros and traditional shops.

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EAT

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🥐 PASTRIES & SWEETS

• Pastéis de Belém – Original custard tarts, a Lisbon classic.

• Manteigaria – Rival custard tart spot, with arguably the best nata in town.

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🍳 BRUNCH SPOTS

• Heim Café – Stylish and cozy; great eggs, avo toast, coffee.

• Nicolau – Trendy, Instagram-friendly; lots of veggie and health-focused options.

• Dear Breakfast – Chic setting, well-made classics (pancakes, Benedict, etc.).

• Fauna & Flora – Gorgeous plates, with vegetarian-friendly dishes.

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🇵🇹 PORTUGUESE CUISINE

• Clube de Fado – Traditional food with live Fado in Alfama.

• Taberna da Rua das Flores – Inventive Portuguese small plates, very popular.

• Zé da Mouraria – Authentic tasca, huge portions. Go early.

• O Pitéu da Graça – Neighborhood favorite for rustic, classic dishes.

• Grelha do Carmo – Known for great grilled seafood and cod.

• Tasca do Zé dos Cornos – No-frills tasca, beloved for pork ribs and cod.

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🐟 SEAFOOD & GRILLS

• Cervejaria Ramiro – Legendary for shellfish. Must-visit.

• Marisqueira Uma – Affordable seafood rice. Local cult favorite.

• Atalho Real – Meat-focused with outdoor garden; also has veggie options.

• Sala de Corte – Upscale steakhouse, dry-aged perfection.

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🌏 INTERNATIONAL & FUSION

• Boa-Bao – Pan-Asian, fun cocktails and cozy vibe.

• A Cevicheria – Peruvian-inspired dishes in a stylish space.

• Mezze – Syrian refugee-run, great vegetarian mezze.

• Come Prima – Cozy Italian with a romantic vibe.

• Leonetta – Elegant, modern Italian.​

• Can the Can – Portuguese fusion by the river, canned fish-focused but creative.

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🌿 VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Ao 26 Vegan Food Project – Full vegan menu, hearty and creative.

• The Food Temple – Small, plant-based plates in Mouraria.

• O Botanista – Vegan comfort food in a gorgeous space.

• Eight - The Health Lounge – Bowls, smoothies, vegan desserts.

• Princesa do Castelo – Ayurvedic-influenced vegetarian food.

• Arkhe – Upscale vegetarian tasting menu.

• Senhor Uva – Wine bar with veg-forward shareable dishes.

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🌟 MICHELIN & UPSCALE DINING

• Alma – 2⭐ by Henrique Sá Pessoa. Elegant, refined.

• Belcanto – 2⭐ by José Avillez. Inventive Portuguese cuisine.

• 100 Maneiras – Avant-garde tasting menu, Balkan-Portuguese fusion.

• Feitoria – 1⭐ in Belém, modern take on traditional dishes.

• Encanto – Michelin Green Star, high-end vegetarian tasting menu.

• JNcQUOI Avenida – Lavish interiors, mix of French-Portuguese fare.

• Prado – Modern, seasonal dishes; very veggie-friendly.

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🧑‍🍳 FOOD EXPERIENCES

• Time Out Market – Tourist-heavy, but good for variety and casual sampling.

• Lisbon Cooking Academy – Hands-on cooking classes: pastéis de nata, codfish, and more.​​

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DRINKS

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🍸 COCKTAIL BARS

• Toca da Raposa – Intimate, creative cocktails with wild foraged ingredients; artsy vibe.

• Pavilhão Chinês – Lisbon classic. Whimsical decor with antiques and vintage toys. Great for a quirky cocktail night.

• Red Frog – Speakeasy-style bar, ranked among the world’s best. Ring the bell for entry.

• Monkey Mash – Sister bar to Red Frog. Tropical, experimental drinks in a laid-back setting.

• Foxtrot – Old-school cocktail bar with vintage charm and cozy couches.

• Cinco Lounge – Reliable classic cocktails and cozy atmosphere. Good for groups or dates.

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🌇 ROOFTOP BARS

• Seen Lisboa – Chic rooftop bar with skyline views, sushi, and elegant cocktails.

• Javá – Rooftop brunch by day, cocktails by night. Modern, cool crowd.

• PARK – Located on top of a parking garage. Chill vibe, wooden deck, epic sunsets.

• Topo Martim Moniz – Rooftop with views of São Jorge Castle. Affordable and social.

• Sky Bar by SEEN (Tivoli Hotel) – Classy rooftop with panoramic views and a great cocktail list.

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​🍺 CRAFT BEER & CASUAL SPOTS

• Duque Brewpub – Lisbon’s first brewpub. Great craft beers and views from its staircase-side terrace.

• Cerveteca Lisboa – Diverse beer selection, including Portuguese microbrews and international favorites.

• Outro Lado – Good variety of local IPAs, stouts, and lagers; cool indie vibe.

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SHOPS & DESIGN 

 

• LX Factory – Creative hub with indie boutiques, restaurants, and street art under a bridge.

• EmbaiXada – Concept store in a 19th-century palace with Portuguese brands and design.

• A Vida Portuguesa – Retro-chic shop with Portuguese-made products (soaps, ceramics, sardines).

• Livraria Bertrand (Chiado) – Oldest operating bookstore in the world.

• Feira da Ladra – Flea market (Tues & Sat) in Alfama, with antiques and local curiosities.

• Casa Pau-Brasil – Brazilian design concept store in a historic building.

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