Tapisco absolutely lives up to the hype--and then some. This intimate, buzzy spot blends Spanish…read moreflair with Portuguese soul, delivering tapas that feel elevated yet comforting. The standout--and must-order--dish is the cod with egg (their refined take on the classic bacalhau). It's silky, savory, and perfectly balanced, with the egg adding richness without overpowering the delicate salt cod. Truly iconic and reason alone to come here. Other highlights included the mussels, pan con tomate with jamón ibérico, and the seafood rice, which is deeply flavorful and ideal for sharing. Every plate arrived beautifully presented and thoughtfully seasoned. The space is chic and energetic with an open-kitchen vibe. Service was polished and knowledgeable, though it gets busy fast--reservations are essential even for a Sunday night. Tapisco is ideal for a stylish night out, a special dinner, or anyone wanting to experience modern Portuguese cuisine done right. Memorable and crave-worthy.

The seafood paella was excellent. My husband loved the steak. The staff was super friendly.read more

This was our first introduction to Portuguese food, and it was wonderful. There was a good…read moreselection of tapas, and we mostly went for the seafood. I really enjoyed their fried items. The choco frito had a light batter on top and you could tell it was really fresh because it was so light and bouncy. The bolinhos de bacalhau were also a highlight; creamy potato filling with codfish mixed in. The asparagus and jamon with scrambled eggs provided a nice balance to our meal. I'm always a sucker for well made scrambled eggs. My favorite dish by far was the arroz de pato. It was packed with smoked duck flavor, and accented with charred sausage and bacon on top. The dishes were on the smaller end, so we ended up getting 5-6 dishes for three people.

Excelente ambiente y la comida es riquísima 10/10. 100% recomendado. Las aceitunas y patatas bravas…read moremuy buenas!

I came here by my hotel concierge's recommendation. It is a great tapas bar which takes seriously…read moreof the food quality! The entrance is roped out - when you try to get in, one of the staff members comes out to explain the 'rule'...basically two food items per person is required (requested), so you cannot come here just for beverages. There were lots of yummy tapas dishes described on the blackboard, but I definitely enjoyed my selection - well, thanks to the helpful staff to make my decision. Both seared tuna and boiled shrimp were excellent, and perfect afternoon snack for me!

We had an outstanding experience at daPrata52, and it was easily one of our favorite meals in…read moreLisbon. The food across the board was excellent--every dish we tried was flavorful, well-prepared, and felt thoughtfully put together. You can tell there's real intention behind both the menu and execution. What really elevated the experience, though, was our waiter, Bernardo. He brought incredible energy to the table--full of personality, engaging, and genuinely fun to interact with. At the same time, his service was top-notch: attentive without being overbearing, helpful with recommendations, and clearly passionate about what he does. Great food is one thing, but when you pair it with service like that, it turns into a memorable experience. Highly recommend--and if you get Bernardo, you're in for a great time.

Lovely ambiance and great food! The four of us all had a wonderful evening and everyone enjoyed…read moretheir meals. Definitely recommend as a lively, delicious place to eat.

I went back and forth between three and four stars, and came to the conclusion I had higher hopes…read morebeing on vacation and Europe has always had a higher standard for me with food compared to the United States. Inside was classically decorated with many square tables that could be rearranged for groups of 1-2 or larger. We did not need a reservation but it was a Tuesday night at 8pm. Service was friendly but could felt similar to the service you get in many tourist restaurants and the idea of American tipping seems to be taking root. Food portions were hearty and seemed to be a more formal take on Portuguese comfort food (I imagine). The Cod Duque was under seasoned with the Octopus done well and the sweet potato puree was just....there.

Experiencing fado, a type of Portuguese song, is high on the list of to-dos in every Lisbon…read moreguidebook. Having experienced fado outside of Portugal I didn't feel strongly that it was a must-do, but when I found myself at night on the street that is known for fado I prioritized it. For the best fado experience I recommend an intimate space, hopefully crowded with people but also with a view to the performers. Tasca do Chico is exactly that place. The doorman told us that space was standing room only, at the (tiny) bar. From there we could see and hear the performers while ordering food and drink. We'd not been there long before we were offered an available seat at a table which caused us to order more food and drink and stay a little longer. The fado here is quite good, made even more enjoyable as the artists change quite frequently; a song or two and a new artist steps forward, all very talented and enjoyable to watch and hear. The fado places tend to have lines out the door and a doorman managing entry. A place across the street looked much bigger but the intimacy is, in my opinion, what makes the experience both unique and special. Even if you have to start at the bar, Tasca do Chico is a great place to experience fado.

The only downside of this place was the wait , nearly an hour to get into the bar and another 20…read moreminutes before we were seated (they do have a minimum spend per person for the table). On the bright side, I met some new friends in line, and honestly, it was worth it even though I hoped the wait was shorter. The drinks and performances were incredible and exceeded my expectations. It's a small place so the performances felt very intimate, what a memorable night! Just a heads up: they only take cash, so don't make the same mistake I did. Cheers!

Great little restaurant with excellent tapas. Got the batata bombs (5), pardon peppers (5)(just the…read moreright amount of salt), scallops (5), goat cheese (4). Wine prices were very reasonable. Staff was very nice and did a good job. Would recommend.

Mesón Andaluz ended up being a really lovely experience for us…read more The service was thoughtful and kind. My mom has a stomach condition and wasn't able to eat much, and the waiter didn't hesitate to prepare simple boiled potatoes for her. It wasn't a big production, just genuine care, which meant a lot to us. He also shared details about their olive oil, which was excellent, and even sent me off with a small wine souvenir. The paella was delicious, and the inside of the restaurant is cozy and welcoming. We left feeling taken care of and happily fed. Would definitely recommend, especially if you value warm service as much as good food. Scallops were delicious.

Delicious variety of many different types of Portuguese foods, served as tapas. Very friendly and…read moreattentive service. Surprisingly quiet location allowing good conversation. At the top of our list for Lisboa!

Lots of options, between 5 of us at least one person loved each dish. Coming from Canada we wanted…read moreto experience local cuisine and this was an amazing way to do exactly that. Our 11 year absolutely loved the chicken gizzards, who would have known!! Give it a try, an excellent way to try new food. Staff were also amazing and made it a great experience.

While this place is in a great touristy location, we felt that being in the land of Port wine and…read moretheir award winning "Vihno Verde" this place could have offered a bit more assistance with the selection process. They did not really explain the difference between tawny, ruby, late bottled vintage...etc. somewhat expensive as well, found the same glass, a 20 and 30 year vintage, for ten Euros less at Time Out market. Oh well, it was a cold and rainy day so at least we warmed up.

This is a cool little place that serves different types of port wine and other alcoholic beverages…read more I like the vibe and definitely a place you go to after dinner for a night cap. It's not too noisy in here. They also serve a cheese platter and olives if you want to snack on something. Pricing wise, it was about 4-4.5 Euros for a glass of wine or ginga. I like that they will give you a taste before pouring you a full glass to make sure that you are happy with your choice. Keep in mind that they only accept cash.

I had such high hopes for this place. Not sure why but I think it was just the mention of black…read morepudding with pineapple that had me wanting to try here. The service was slow but I could see why when they only have one person running around upstairs and you don't mind lingering over dinner. I asked for bread and got it on the fourth attempt which I wasn't too happy about as I noticed other tables got theirs before I did. Just a little niggle. Black pudding came with apple which was superb. The bread when it arrived was also v good. Wine selection was also decent.

Wasn't my favourite in Lisbon but even so it had stiff competition. The service was sttained as…read moreit's a 1 woman show. The octopus was a highlight. The wine was pretty good but hard to secure a refill given the service.

Hands down, my favorite place I tried in Portugal. The food, the ambiance, the drinks, everything…read morewas on point. And the service was AMAZING!! Gabby got us in for a last minute reservation which we so appreciated and our server, Morghana, was so so sweet, fun, and helpful with the menu. Everything about this place was amazing. Definitely a must stop when you're in the neighborhood.

food: overall yummy, the fish tempura had a bitter taste from poor frying or something, also the…read morepica pau was a bit tough I really enjoyed the pork belly, oxtail bao, churros, & the obsession cocktail Service: based off food I would've given this place a 4 star but the service was great so I boosted it to a 5 star. Really sweet staff & the power was cutting off which they handled professionally Ambiance: I like the interior, they also have a small outdoor section that looks great when it's warm out