Worth Going Out Of Your Way…read more.... On our annual vacation, my wife and I were fortunate enough to get a reservation for 3 nights at the Santiago de Alfama hotel. Audrey's is their primary restaurant and we sampled 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner. Here are the pros and cons. Pros: - In keeping with the hotel, everything is beautiful in a subtle manner. Call it "down-to-earth elegance". - Breakfast: The a la carte menu offered some of the best breakfast foods we've ever had. Examples: Fresh granola and berries with Greek yogurt. THE BEST EVER! Home baked breads and pastries. Orange juice that's pure and not too sweet. Bagel and lox to please the purists. Service was provided by a trio of very friendly, attentive and helpful young women. - Lunch: We ate on the patio in front of the hotel. I had a super tasty vegetarian Thai dish while my wife had a big salad. They were accompanied by the best Sangria in ages. Sweet, but not too much. - Dinner: The dining room is very attractive yet understated like the hotel. Comfortably modern European. Food was impeccable. Tomato salad was large and amazing. My wife's dish focusing on baked cod was large and filling. My polenta with mushroom ragu was immense and full of flavor. Breads are baked daily and almost as good as dessert. Speaking of dessert, mine was a fantastic chocolate mousse while my wife had fresh berries with a massive amount of the best homemade whipped cream. Wine was a local Chardonnay - an excellent choice - for a reasonable $30. - Prices for such a Michelin star experience are considerably lower than you'd expect in the US. Con: - While the food at dinner was fantastic, service was perfunctory. Our server, a pleasant young woman, covered the basics...but nothing more. During our 90 minute meal, she NEVER asked "how are you doing?" Can I get you anything?" We ordered a bottle of wine, but NOT ONCE did she offer to refill our glasses. She didn't speak an unrequired word. The man seemingly managing the room barely acknowledged us. The guy clearing dishes was the ONLY ONE to ask if we wanted coffee or tea. The restaurant was nearly empty. Did we not spend enough? Did we do something wrong? What a way to put a damper on a glorious meal. However, as well-behaved Americans, we left a 15% tip. The next day, we spoke with Martim Neves Carneiro from Guest Relations who was very receptive to our information. He said "they are part of a new nighttime crew and will need remedial help". How very true. Despite those hesitations, Audrey's certainly deserves 5 stars.

Booked this place because it was close to my walking tour. Luckily they do take reservations. The…read morefood was fine. Nothing memorable. The staff was attentive AND went above and beyond to allow me to pay with a 100 euro bill I had been desperately trying to break throughout my trip.

Hole in the wall place with great food and service. Portions are decent and the food is tasty…read more Fried Chicken was very crispy and delicious. Octopus salad was also amazing. Real Portuguese cuisine.

When in Lisbon, Alfama is a must see. Wonder through the tiny streets filled with locals doing…read moretheir laundry, kids playing soccer and mamas prepping dinner. We explored this old neighbourhood after visiting the castle and built up quite the appetite. Luckily, a local friend recommended we stop in at Santo Antonio. It was early so the place didn't have a line up, but it can apparently get quite busy. The restaurant itself is beautiful in an old nostalgic kind of way. Like every Portuguese restaurant, they started by bringing us bread and a few snacks before we could even order (note: these are not free despite the fact that you have not ordered them). But we were hungry and he snacks were good, so no complaints. We ordered a few local specialties, including a salad, fish and garbanzo beans, fried eggplant and potatoes. All were very simple, fresh and nice. We also tried green wine for the first time here, which was a success. Overall, the food was good and authentic and the setting was very nice. Plus as an added bonus, there's an older woman who lives next door who apparently makes an appearance on most nights, as she screams at her senile dog to get in the house - for a little touch of local colour and entertainment!

I can't believe I've waited this long to leave a review of this incredible restaurant. We were in…read moreSpain and Portugal in 2020 and after a great day of sightseeing, the sun had set and we were hungry. We happened to pass by this restaurant and from the street, you could smell everything wonderful. We took a chance at getting a table for six of us and they happily accommodated us. Honestly, I can't tell you what everyone else had as it was so long ago, but I had the steak and fries and I was in HEAVEN. Everyone in our party was raving about how delicious their individual plates were. The service was friendly and efficient. We met a lovely couple from Paris at the next table and even took a picture with them. My apologies to the restaurant and staff for taking to long to post this. I can't wait to return next year.

Eh this place is not worth it , the tiramisu was just ok and the coffee was not great. The prices…read moreare very expensive and they asked for a tip after? I wouldn't recommend this place at all. Service was quick and the place was pretty empty

Friendly local spot with great service and fair prices! The menu features traditional Portuguese…read moredishes -- everything felt authentic and made with care. We especially loved the mussels, pork, and grouper -- all super fresh and full of flavor. You can really taste the local ingredients in every dish!

This restaurant was recommended by the hotel staff. I was it as I was walk up and down this block…read more Local Portuguese food and tasty! I didn't have reservations so I waited a bit, service was excellent, attentive and quick. Everyone works as a team. I had the octopus salad and white fish for dinner. Portions are huge, couldn't finish everything. The ambiance is clean, warm with wood and you won't regret eating here. Making reservations is better, however I had to wait 10 minutes for my table! You will not be disappointed!

We had a very disappointing meal here. Tasteless bread, sad, bland Capresé salad and the worst:…read moredull brice and beans with tofu. No good flavors. This is not a good choice for vegetarians.

Delicious whole sea bream (dourada) in a very charming outdoor setting, right in the middle of it…read moreall.

Food: l am having a great time experiencing all the different foods, just eating like one of the…read morelocal some dishes are some strange you just must try them, there was... maybe one dish my whole stay I didn't prefer otherwise I enjoy my food experience in Portugal. Service: The people were so friendly and seemed happy to see you and genuinely concerned with your comfort. Ambiance: what can I say, some establishments are modern while others traditional.

Right before covid-19, we had our first dinner in Lisbon here. Ambience is nice and service was…read moregreat! Pao Gleba, azeitonas, requeijao, manteiga (bread from Gleba, olives, cheese, butter) - the cheese and butter was good with the bread! Olives were super salty. Nothing special about the appetizer. Arroz con Camaroes (shrimp rice) - the rice was flavorful but the shrimp wasn't crunchy. It either wasn't fresh or overcooked. Bife de vazia (sirloin steak) - the mushrooms were good but that was it. The steak was well done even though we said medium rare. The sauce and mashed potatoes didn't have a lot of flavor.

Stopped by to grab some breakfast during our last day in Lisbon. The atmosphere was really cozy and…read morechill. Chai - tasted like milk. Had no chai flavor at all. Dirty chai - tasted like milk with a splash of coffee. Also had no chai flavor at all. Maybe they don't know how to make chai because no one really orders it? Paris - using sourdough for French Toast was interesting. It definitely made it less sweet. It also comes with a side of fruit. If you're looking for breakfast/brunch spot, you can skip this place.

We stopped by here after Alfama for a latte and washroom break before heading off to Baixa…read more The interior of the cafe is a large open space with couches, high tables, and tables for you to choose - perfect for lounging/brunch crowds. There are books that lined the sides of the cafe. The latte is quite a large size (16oz) for EUR2.70. A little high on the cost but it is creamy, foamy and quite nice. We noticed fellow patron's meals are large in portions. Service is decent. The staff were attentive and made sure we were helped. Overall, not a bad place to be if you want a drink, chill, or have brunch.

Taberna Sal Grosso came heavily recommended, so we made sure to book a table first thing during our…read morevisit to Lisbon. Even at lunch, the space was packed with diners, so take this as your sign to reserve ahead and arrive early! It's an intimate, cozy spot where you'll sit close to neighboring tables, which only adds to the vibrant energy. This easily locked itself in as one of the best dining experiences of our trip. From our seats, we could watch the kitchen team carefully craft every single dish. The standout was the octopus with potatoes infused with a brilliant garlic flavor and topped with perfectly crisp sliced garlic. The chicken thighs were incredibly tender, falling off the bone and smothered in a rich, robust black pepper sauce. For the perfect opener, do not skip the aubergine, it's wonderfully light and a great way to prime your palate. A mandatory stop for anyone visiting Lisbon!

We booked this way in advance. Tons of people were waiting at the 7pm open. Several turned away,…read moresome actually booked the wrong Sal grosso because they have a sao bento location also. This location is right by train station so make sure you get that right. We tried all the starters, all the desserts, and 4 mains (Pork Belly, Pork Cheek, Beef cheek, and Bacalhau a bras). The winners are: 1) The olives 2) Pork Belly with orange Salad 3) Beef Cheek 4) Chocolate Mousee The Bacalhou a bras tasted like tuna helper, it was a miss for us, and we love seafood, we were just 4 straight days of it so we looked at other things here. If you get the bread starter, get the cheese starter also to put on the bread. Otherwise skip both. People rave about the Pork Cheek, but we all thought it was mid. Beef cheek with the sweet potato mash was far superior. Pork Belly with Orange salad was best main hands down. would have like to try a couple other things, but this was more food than we needed for 4 people. The food comes out as its ready. And each main is sharable, which I would recommend, or you'll just be sitting waiting and letting food get cold. The portugese pudding has pig fat in it, so it has a bit of a baconish taste, its slight, but its enough its a bit weird for me. The creme brulee was okay, but the mousee was the best for sure. Te aproveche!

We arrived jet-lagged, tired, exhausted, hungry as hell... and this place was highly recommended to…read moreus so we made the long and windy trek down the hill - through back alleys - stairwells - etc - just to get there. We sat on the patio as it was nice and warm this particular day. Our waitress was consistent and attentive - very nice and given it was our first time to Lisbon she explained different types of food we had not yet learned about. I ordered the Sea Bass and it was served butterfly style and chargrilled (not breaded) and it was perfectly seasoned and even though she brought oil and vinegar to the table it was really not needed for the fish. The little burst potatoes were cooked just right as well - sometimes potatoes get dry when cooking --- Portugal has this absolutely figured out. And last but 100% not least - this was the best Sangria my husband and I have ever had. We tried at last 6 other pitchers at different locations that week and not a single one held a candle to this one... its *the* best.

The pork bife sandwich and warmed sheep's milk cheese with tomato jam were favorites here…read more Definitely authentic Portuguese that caters to all of the food your crowds. Delicious grilled sardines too and service can't be beat.

Went here for dinner with two and really enjoyed it - got the Couvert, oxtail "cellar", octopus…read morepico, and fish soup. Everything was delicious but fairly rich - glad we had some tasty olives to cut the fat! The service was lovely and attentive, and this restaurant was very cozy and homey. I love the chalk writing of the menu on the chalkboards - the oxtail was truly delicious, just a bit rich for us. Portion sizes were great too!

Awesome stews. Place is small. We were lucky to get a seat as we were just walking around. The…read moreladies here are friendly and efficient. This place seems to specialize in stews so many options for stews. All are flavorful and the meats are tender and bursting with flavor.