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    BA Wine Bar do Bairro Alto

    4.8 (39 reviews)
    PriceyWine Bars, Tapas Bars
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    Cheese plate and local olive oil
    Nique F.

    So... we may or may not have left here stumbling - a sign of the fabulous time we had "tasting" Portugese wines. BA Wine Bar came highly recommended by my French brother in-law, and we never would have found it if he hadn't tipped us off. It's a tiny place, with about 6 tables, so you'll definitely want to reserve ahead. So worth the effort if you're serious about Portugese wine, cheese, and meat! At first glance, by-the-glass prices seemed much higher than other Lisbon spots (like, 7-10 euros a glass vs. 3-6 in other places). But, we soon learned why: your server will ask you what types of wines you like, then bring a bunch for you to taste before you decide on a glass. So, you get a wine tasting and a glass of wine all in one! A good educational bang for your buck. Save some room for a glass of port (with a tasting to help you decide) at the end. Food-wise, they only offer meat and cheese plates (my ideal dinner!) and the offerings are formidable. 100% Portugese products and hospitality! Lucianna was the most charming server and hostess. Our appreciation of Portugese wine went through the roof after our visit here. Winos, go!

    Michael O.

    A large group of us reserved the entire (very small) space for the night. There were about 14 of us and we filled the space entirely. So here's the deal. It's not a restaurant. It's a wine (especially Port) experience with tastings of olive oil, jam, died ham, cheese, and chorizo. It was plenty of food to make up for a light dinner but not of you're very hungry. The staff planned a number of wine tastings and paired them with appropriate food tastings as well. All of the wine and food is from Portugal and they explain where each ingredient came from (using a map), why the tastes are different for the wine (grape variety, soil type, aging) as well as the food (location, cut, process, producer, etc.). The staff are extremely passionate about their business and it shines through. We could not have asked for a better authentic Portuguese experience. Highly recommend you make a reservation and give this experience a shot!

    The amazing treats at BA Wine Bar!
    MJ V.

    This place is AMAZING! If ever in Lisboa, you must head to Bairro Alto to experience this fabulous wine bar. Every wine you see on the list is available by the glass, and the staff is so knowledgeable about the wines that they take you through a journey of the vinhos of Portugal. The descriptions they offer are thorough and they highlight specific characteristics about each region and particular wine. I was very impressed by how educated the staff was and asked the young woman who was helping me if she was a sommelier - she was not, but certainly had the knowledge base to become one. The food is just as wonderful as the wine. Note that this is not a dinner place. They serve small plates (petiscos/tapas) and not full courses. I tried the pickled stickleback fish and it was so delicious! I also had the small charcuterie and cheese plate. I had never tried any of the cheeses they offered and the charcuterie is the best I have ever tried. They serve a cured meat that comes from the black pig. This animal only eats acorns, so the flavor is fresh and a little nutty. Nothing I have tried since visiting BA Wine Bar has come close to being as savory and delicious as what they served at this place. I would like to return to Lisboa specifically to have another experience at this place. Go go gooooo during your visit to Lisbon!

    Ham ($18) Cheese ($12) and jam
    J C.

    Am I missing something? Due to overwhelming reviews on here and tripadvisor, I expected more. Ham and cheese were great but I already had better ones at other places on my tour today :( wine was good but not anything special. Atomosphere isnt local either. People are very friendly and I liked it but it does not deserve 5 star.

    The wall of wine
    Lauren R.

    The friendliness and knowledge of the staff at this wine bar are exceptional! It's a tiny little spot which seats about 12 people but it packs a punch. Definitely a wine bar and not a restaurant, here you'll find an excellent selection of wines from across Portugal, olive oil and bread, olives, cheese, canned fish and cured meat. We were very lucky to get a table at about 945pm on a Friday night so I'd suggest booking! Cozy, intimate interior with an array of wines and cheese on display. It's making me hungry just thinking about it..:. An absolute delight!

    Port tasting!

    First, make a reservation. We lucked out and got in without one, but we watched several people get turned away. The basic format of BA goes as follows, you tell your waiter or waitress your preferred type of wine flavors. You will then be presented with five choices in line with your tastes or requests. Sample all of them, and then choose which you'd like as a full glass. We did this with a red wine and then with a port. It was fantastic. They don't really do food, but the meat, cheese and bread they have is quite extensive. We only got the bread with various olive oils, but it was sustenance enough. The tables around us had meat and cheese and it looks fantastic. This place has so much charm. We were graciously served by Luciana. She was amazing. I was honestly sad leaving her!! She wrote down places I should buy port and restaurants and bars we should try. She was one of the highlights of my trip! I kept all of the wonderful post its she wrote for us! If you are looking to purchase port, per Luciana's recommendation we went to Garrafeira Nacional. It's on the same street as the Elevador de Santa Justa, but at the opposite end. Great for full size bottles, not great if you are looking for smaller gift size bottles. Go to BA. It's a small place for great conversations and big wines!!

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    Outstanding service from very friendly sommeliers who have an encyclopedic knowledge of Portuguese wine and food. A fabulous experience.

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    Great staff! Great customer service & they were understaffed. The wine and hams were perfect. Thank you for letting me in :)

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    The best wine experts and offers I have ever experienced.

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    great recommendations from the staff & ideal spot to get introduced to Portuguese wines

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    A great way to learn about Portuguese wine along with some great cheeses, olive oils and local charcuterie.

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    Mundo do Vino - unique ambient to enjoy wine

    Mundo do Vino

    5.0(1 review)
    0.7 kmSão Bento, Bairro Alto - Bica - Cais do Sodré

    What a find! this place is smack in the middle of Sao Bento, between the bourgeoning neighborhood…read moreof Santos and the city's most lively, Barrio Alto. Inside the discreet store front, lies one of the most amazing Portuguese wine collections in the city, where you can sample over 40 types straight from the refillable card operated wine vending machines installed in Mundo's two large but cozy rooms - a perfect place to try a lot of incredible wines. Get your card, top it up and get ready to indulge in an extensive selection of wines that includes some of the country's finest, and some from beyond its borders. The novelty of the machines alone makes for a great Instagram post, but it's Mundo's ambiance, the super friendly staff, and its carefully curated wine selection, that makes this a must while in the city. In between sips, have a go at their great selection of cheeses, and for unique and fun time with a small group of friends, book a wine tasting and get your very own sommelier to tell you about Portugal, its wine regions and rich history. I highly recommend the Port wine experience. When in Lisbon, take a break from the city's crowded tourist spots and stroll down to 'world of wine', you'll be glad you did.

    From the owner: O Mundo do Vino é um espaço com um design único que combina um estilo moderno com os traços…read moretradicionais de uma típica adega Portuguesa. Oferecemos uma vasta e criteriosa seleção de vinhos, dos tradicionais aos biológicos e biodinâmicos apostando nos pequenos produtores. Cada um de nós tem o seu próprio gosto! Acreditamos que um vinho deve ser provado antes de ser comprado. Temos 40 vinhos à prova bem como um serviço de mesa com todas as nossas referências.

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