The super modern and cool decor at the hotel’s common areas set the tone for all other ambiances, with a dark reception, dim lighting, oversized red chairs, design furnishings and decorative objects. The Fontecruz is at an excellent location on Liberdade Avenue, the city’s main tree-lined boulevard, near attractive areas like Chiado, Bairro Alto and Principe Real. Excellent restaurants and cafes aa well as interesting… Read more »
Local: Lisbon
This pastry shop is originally from a city named Alcobaça and we always wondered why such marvelous delicacies were not sold in any shops in Lisbon, the country’s busiest city. Only recently they opened a shop in Portugal’s capital in one of its hippest areas, the Chiado. The small venue has many of the typical sweets Portugal is well known for, specially the traditional ones… Read more »
This unpretentious restaurant, housed in a typically Portuguese dwelling with tiled exterior and rustic interior, is neither obviously hype nor cool, yet most likely to be packed! Regulars include families, seniors, young couples, as well as some gringos, as people from all corners and likes come here for the outstanding food. You will find Portuguese style home cooked comfort food sure to please all tastes.… Read more »
Super modern, minimalist and with river views, this is an ideal restaurant if you want to have a light and unassuming lunch or dinner in the Belém region. The lounge-type venue offers a selection of appetizers, sandwiches and salads. Although not necessarily the most incredible food in town, everything we ordered was quite good. À Margem was conveniently placed to admire the sunset after spending… Read more »
In a city atop 7 hills you are sure to find amazing bars for drinks and stunning views. The Castle, the Tagus, narrow cobblestone streets, tiled rooftops and spectacular light at dusk make Lisbon one of the most interesting cities in Europe for such enjoyment. Our top selection of rooftop bars: Terraço BA at Bairro Alto Hotel has wonderful views of the river, chill out music (perfect… Read more »
Officially called Time Out Market Lisboa, this old vegetable and flower market is immediately across from Cais do Sodre. It has recently added a modern and cool gourmet food hall within its large high ceiling central court. There are all sorts of food stands, some run by Lisbon’s renowned chefs, in a vibrant atmosphere that attracts all sorts of crowds. We grabbed our meal and… Read more »
It has been there for years and locals and travelers still compete to get a table. It is the type of joint locals love and take pride in, and it is somehow understood they feel little peeved that it has been discovered by visitors. Cervejaria Ramiro is not a proper restaurant, but rather a very modest beer tavern. Surprisingly, however, you can order from the… Read more »
A success since it opened its doors, this trendy riverside hot-spot has John Malkovich as one of its owners. We felt the buzz right at the entrance, full of beautiful hip and trendy people awaiting tables. If the weather permits, it may be worth requesting an outdoor table. We had one of our best meals in Lisbon, a delicious chestnut soup followed by a traditional… Read more »
Considered the forerunner of Lisbon’s food scene modernization, the famous Portuguese chef José Avillez has become something of a brand. Avillez has opened restaurants, bars and pizza places in Lisbon and Porto. The Cantinho, his iconic flagship restaurant, has always been one of our favorites, and we once again repeated the visit and left as satisfied as ever. Only recently did we try the Bairro,… Read more »
This iconic restaurant opened in the 80s and has been considered amongst the best in town for years, attracting a faithful clientele. It recently revamped its offering and moved to Mercado da Ribeira in Cais do Sodré, right by Jardim Dom Luis I, which the restaurant overlooks. The new setting is modern but kept its landmark chandelier hanging gloriously above the bar and maintained most… Read more »
It is not actually a restaurant, but a cool open-air area composed of two or three streets, a tiny square and everything trendy you can think of: food trucks, cafes, bars, restaurants, shops, stalls, galleries and joints of all kinds. Located in Alcantara, in an area that used to hold a textile factory shut down and revamped years ago. There is a bit of everything… Read more »
The Memmo is nowadays considered one of the trendiest hotels in Lisbon, and we could see why! Located in the Principe Real neighborhood, which has become the in vogue area, its pool and bar have great views to the city’s iconic rooftops and attract non-guests as well, specially late afternoon when you can find DJs playing some days of the week. A small reception and… Read more »
Walking distance to St George’s Castle this hotel is perfectly located in the oldest historic district of Lisbon, Alfama. Ideally suited to explore parts of the old city on foot, it is situated in the street where Christopher Columbus was married and where the Portuguese Way of the Caminho de Santiago de Compostela starts, but there are no pilgrims in sight. An old 15th Century… Read more »
A perfect choice if you want to stay in the Belém region, close to the Jeronimos Monastery and Belém Tower. The estate is an old palace, as the name infers, that used to be the residence of the governors of the Belém Tower. It has been beautifully renovated to offer a very comfortable stay in a smartly decorated setting. We loved the blue shades in… Read more »
This brand new property is quite fresh in the Lisbon hotel scene and will likely live up to your expectations, in case you choose to stay close to Cais do Sodre. The convenient location is perfect to explore the city, as well as to make the most of its nightlife, trendy bars and restaurants. In our very recent stay we loved the complimentary walking tour… Read more »
Centrally located and right in the middle of luxurious Avenida Liberdade, the upscale Hotel Valverde is an excellent boutique option in the region. Classic yet contemporary, its 19th century façade opens to a beautifully designed interior, with a tasteful and harmoniously discreet décor that blends neutral and vibrant tones, dark walls and light fabrics, art objects and antique pieces. The comfortable rooms differ in size,… Read more »
Not only a remarkable property, but also an authentic part of history. The estate was owned by an aristocratic family who hosted many members of the European nobility (including the Duke of Windsor), and is mentioned in Eça de Queirós book “The Maias”, one of the most important classics of Portuguese literature. The 18th century grandeur made way to a very small hotel in the… Read more »
The hotel’s name relates to an old consulate building that has been beautifully renovated whilst remaining true to the property’s original architectural features. Overlooking Camões square, its location is quite convenient to explore the many amusing areas in the city. This property is a newcomer in the hotel scene and has been, little by little, attracting a faithful clientele overwhelmed by the outstanding location, the… Read more »
