visitor guides to Lisbon

Sep 20, 2011

If old towns, beautiful architecture, stunning views and cultural attractions are you thing, Alfama is definitely the district for you. Explore the area by riding the neighborhood trams, walking the hilly streets, listening to traditional music, and tasting delicious food. Get absorbed in true Portuguese culture and mix with the city’s creative elite in Alfama.

The 5 Best Lisbon Restaurants

Sep 20, 2011

Expect real Mediterranean in whichever Lisbon restaurants you choose to eat in. Though the Med influence might be more subtle in some places, it will always be there. From homely to contemporary, Lisbon has got a restaurant to please everyone’s palate.

Dining in Lisbon

Dining in Lisbon isn’t complete without a visit to the Avenida da Liberdade for a variety of ethnic and international fare; it is particularly heavy on sumptuous fine dining options.

The Chiado neighborhood is also a great area for traditional Portuguese food. With Lisbon’ well-established Mediterranean influence, don’t miss A Tasquinha for great food and traditional Fado music and singing. For more traditional cuisine make sure and catch the friendly and inexpensive dining at Malmequer Bemmequer. For dining unique to Lisbon don’t miss the Nectar Wine Bar, adding Portugal’s wonderful wines to its Portuguese and Mediterrenean cuisine. For a restaurant-brewery make your way to Cervejaria da Trindade in the Chiado district.

So the best of Lisbon dining and being entertained are available throughout the hills of this famous city for you to find and enjoy.

10 Lisbon Restaurants

Das Letras Hotel Restaurant

Eurostars Das Letras Rua Castilho, 6 - 12, Lisboa (Lisboa), 1250-069

Eat, drink, and be happy at the Das Letras Hotel Restaurant. This restaurant features international cuisine as well as many of the local favorites, and a fantastic selection of wine from around the world.

http://www.eurostarshotels.co.uk/eurostars-das-letras/restaurants.html

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Feitoria Restaurant & Wine Bar

Altis Belém Hotel & Spa Doca do Bom Sucesso, Lisboa, 1400-038

Find truly authentic Portuguese cuisine at the classy and elegant Feitoria Restaurant & Wine Bar attached to the Altis Belém Hotel & Spa. The food is incredible, and is complimented by over 200 bottles of wine comprised of locally produced, and selectively picked international favorites.

http://www.altishotels.com/HotelMenuContent.aspx?ID=131

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Flores Restaurant

Bairro Alto Hotel Praça Luis De Camões, Nº2, Lisboa (Lisboa), 1200-243

Go to the Flores Restaurant on the ground floor of the Bairro Alto Hotel for some fun and interesting tastes. The chefs brilliantly combine Portuguese favorites, with flavors from Northern Africa, and Asia to produce beautiful, and delicious entrees.

http://www.bairroaltohotel.com/en/Restaurante/flores-restaurant-bairro-alto-lisbon.html

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Guarda Real Restaurant & Bar

Hotel Real Palacio Rua Tomás Ribeiro, 115, Lisboa, 1050-228

Come into the Guarda Real Restaurant & Bar for a delicious meal, in a sophisticated setting. This is a perfect place to meet clients for important meetings, or celebrate a special occasion.

http://www.realpalaciohotel.com/restaurants.html

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Lapa Restaurant

Olissippo Lapa Palace Rua do Pau de Bandeira, nr 4, Lisboa (Lisboa), 1249-021

Enjoy beautiful views of the gardens surrounding the Olissippo Lapa Palace from the Lapa Restaurant. The specialty here is Mediterranean cuisine with a strong Italian influence.

http://www.lapapalacelisbon.com/restaurants.html

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Oriente Restaurant

TRYP Lisboa Oriente Hotel Av. D. João II Lote 1.16 02.B, Lisbon, 1990-083

Have a fabulous dining experience at the Oriente Restaurant inside the Tryp Oriente hotel. The cuisine here is a combination of both traditional Portuguese, and international flavors.

http://www.tryporiente.com/en/content/restaurant-bar

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Pavillon Restaurant

Olissippo Lapa Palace Rua do Pau de Bandeira, nr 4, Lisboa (Lisboa), 1249-021

Have a light meal in a beautiful setting inside the Pavillon Restaurant on the grounds of the Olissippo Lapa Palace. This restaurant is only open in the summer time, and features fresh local ingredients in all the dishes.

http://www.lapapalacelisbon.com/restaurants.html

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Real Restaurant

Hotel Real Palacio Rua Tomás Ribeiro, 115, Lisboa, 1050-228

Start your day off right with a fantastic breakfast at the Real Restaurant in the lobby of the Hotel Real Palacio. The buffet-style breakfast has something for everyone, as well as made to order egg options.

http://www.realpalaciohotel.com/restaurants.html

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Restaurant BLU

Hotel Marques De Pombal Avenida da Liberdade, 243, Lisboa, 1250-143

Look over the Avenida da Liberdade while you enjoy a fresh meal at Restaurant BLU attached to the Hotel Marques De Pombal. The specials here are always amazing using only the freshest fish and produce.

http://www.hotel-marquesdepombal.pt/sub/4/13/en/

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Restaurante do Teatro

NH Hotel Liberdade Avda. da Liberdade, 180 B, Lisbon, 1250

Enjoy light and refreshing meals at the Restaurante do Teatro attached to the NH Hotel Liberdade. There are light meals here as well as more filling options like pizza, and sandwiches.

http://www.nh-hotels.com/nh/en/hotels/portugal/lisbon/nh-liberdade.html?type=restaurants

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