As I continue to slowly get through the large list of review drafts I wrote when I was in Portugal,…read moreat this point, a bit over 3 months ago, in no particular order... this was one of two places that ended up on my list of places I had to try a famous bifana sandwich when I was in Lisbon, the other being O Trevo the next day. To both of them equally I say, there are very few places I'd be willing to stand in line for an hour for, and few of them involve meat on bread. Luckily, being the off-season, I didn't have *any* wait to order a sandwich. Unluckily, being the off season, that's also because it kept raining off and on, and this is a strictly take-out affair. So I ended up eating the sandwich under a nearby awning. In nicer weather conditions, though, there are plenty of nearby benches to sit on right there. Would i wait in a long line? I would not. But it was a legitimately great sandwich, great fluffy bread, great cheese if you splurge on cheese (as of a couple months ago, they were 3.5 euro without cheese, 5.5 with cheese), and solid, juicy, meaty meat, even if I do *personally* prefer the thin-sliced version like the other place I went, did. For how filling they are, that'd make them pretty darn affordable, if you don't add cheese, which I would probably keep doing anyway if I lived here, I'd just go when it was the off-season and not busy, *and* not raining*. At least as of when I was there, being a takeout place, they didn't have much in the way of drinks, but there was an unrelated business in the next alcove over selling cheap large glasses of beer and large blended fruity pineapple drinks. p.s. Make sure to absolutely douse your sandwich in mustard and chili oil, if you like spicy food like I do. They're self-serve, and great.

Two years running this was our favorite bifana…read more Location was a bit challenging as only the door leading into the restaurant was for locals while the window on the other side served all others. The challenge was the limited sidewalk in front and the lines extend across the street. People don't always realize they're standing in the middle of a street until they get honked at by a car. Menu was posted on the left behind the window. Plain and with cheese bifanas topped the menu but there were other choices as well like carne asada, egg and fish. Cash was the only tender accepted. The pork in the bifanas was constantly simmered and pulled out to make each sandwich individually. The bread was chibatta like and quite soft that enveloped the strips of pork. I added piri piri aauce and yellow mustard (big squirt bottles available on the counters to each side of the window) which gave it more flavor. A simple but great local sandwich. To avoid lines come at odd hours. I also came a little after lunch hour in moderate rain and there was just one person ahead of me.

We tried this place because it looked good but turned out really bad , everything was tasteless and…read morethe meat is not seasoned. The falafel sandwich is an abomination and shouldn't be served at all, the fixings they put on top of the sandwiches don't have distinct flavor . The shawarma sandwich was probably the best thing out of this mess. We tried the vegetarian carrot soup and it was unique and tasted good. We also tried the Brazilian fruit drink and it didn't taste like anything . I would skip this place

Great beer, quaint / awesome location & friendly staff. Get the Super Bock, amazing.read more

A stroll around the neighborhood during midday led me to a random stop at this casual joint. As I…read moreentered the premises, the vertical spit immediately caught my attention. With the gyro meat slowly roasting on the broiler, I knew I had to get the pita kebab. An order of the sandwich with extra spicy sauce was placed with a gentleman behind the counter. With his swift actions, my pita kebab was ready in a matter of minutes. The stuffed sandwich was so good that I quickly devoured it without minding my manners. While I was here, the guy suggested an order of bacalhau fritters. As you may or may not know, bacalhau is known as one of Lisbon's many traditional foods. Having never tried any types of fish cakes, I took his suggestion and ordered one. Initially, I wasn't impressed but ultimately the salted cod fritters eventually grew on me. If I must describe it, these fritters reminded me of fish sticks except maybe just a tad on the fishy side. For an abundance of food and the cheap price, I'm glad to have found such a place!

Stopped in here a couple of times for some late night eats after the bar. We split a donair platter…read morewith salad and rice the first time, and then a donair wrap the second time. Meat was flavorful and moist, not too salty, the garlic sauce was creamy and strong, fries were good, and salad was fresh. The portions were generous, prices were very affordable, and the service was fast and friendly. Small little restaurant with a few seats and takeaway, but it's open late and the food really hit the spot!

Bifana was on my bucket list while visiting Lisbon and Solar da Madalena floated to the top of that…read morelist. For those who haven't had one, the bifana is a staple of tender, simmered meat (usually visible somewhere in the restaurant) and placed between a fresh piece of bread. Traditionally just meat and sauce from the vat of simmering meat juices. This was close to the Rossio section of Lisbon, making it very convenient to various attractions. They also had other meat pies, codfish cakes and French fries. Staff were very friendly (and spoke English for those visiting) with a chill and casual vibe. Perfect for a quick lunch close to the square to sit and enjoy a lunch or light dinner.

Solar de Madalena: This cozy little Lisbon spot serves up bifanas, Portugal's porky pride, with a…read moreside of Inquisition-era tension. So we were told, back in the day, eating pork was how you proved you were a good little Catholic convert. No pressure! I passed on the meat sweats and opted for the fish sandwich, which, thankfully, didn't come with 500 years of interfaith drama. Cute place. My fish sandwich was excellent. I'm a sarcastic ahole but I had to.

This place was one of my favorites to visit and enjoy the Portugal experience. In the morning, I'd…read morewalk over while the city was waking up and enjoy my well prepared latte and delicious pastry. Here is where I'd reflect on the beauty and energy of Lisbon. I was grateful to be here at this time watching people engaging in conversations and living. The service here was always great and the ambiance was wonderful. I'm returning again to relive the experience. The baguette sandwiches were tasty. Prices were reasonable. In

A great place to stop by for an afternoon pastry. I was able to get a table around 4:30pm when it…read morewasn't too busy. The service was great! The pastries were delicious, particularly the pastel de nata and gourmandise.

Whoa...way better than Manteigaria! This is the original location and Manteigaria is literally next…read moredoor. The crust on the pastel de natas here are flaky and crisp, which is what I initially expected. The custard is smooth and not too sweet. They run 1.60 euros/piece. There's table service, fast counter, and original counter. Table service had a line on a weekday afternoon, but the other two options did not. The original counter is more aesthetic, whereas the fast counter is literally like a plain storefront.

With such a rich history and love for the pastel de nata, I've been excited to try the pastry at…read morePasteis de Belem, dining in. Shout out to the staff for being quick and efficient at filling the tables and helping people locate their ideal spots. There is plenty of seating both inside the building and outside. The restaurant walls are adorned with beautifully designed blue tiles which adds to the warming and communal theme. Now to start, the pastel de nata here is pretty amazing. First, you have the multiple layers and crunchy, crispy texture from the buttery crust. Then you have the delicately whipped sweet custard which practically melts in your mouth. What takes this to the next level is adding a punch of cinnamon on top, which gives it a punch of warmth and is satisfying on the palate. To mention the mango milkshake, it was ok but I would call out that it didn't have much sweetness to it as I assume the mangos used were not fully ripe. That would be the one piece of feedback but otherwise, it tastes very bright and refreshing which is perfect for a hot Lisbon day. For a future time I want to try the sandwiches as these also seem to be a hit and are recommended by a lot of people! This place is definitely worth the hype and I'm glad I was able to stop by!

Highly recommend this restaurant. We took the tram and that…read morewas one of the stops. We walked in just because of the scent of pork stewing away. Got the basic bifana and wow what an experience that was. We got some to go for breakfast the next day at our hotel. Really unexpected, just homemade bread and delicious tasting pork and the chilli oil has a bit of a kick!

This place wasn't even on my radar until this really kind individual I met while having drinks…read morerecommended it. I made my way down to this small sandwich counter, run by 2 people, one of which was presumably the owner. Both of them are very kind, and efficient. They do their best to make everyone feel welcome Bifana sandwiches are about 4€ average and you can get another beer for 2€. I chose to eat on the counter and got a grilled pork with egg. I added the spice and mustard. Do not, I repeat, do not skip adding the spice and the mustard because that what takes this sandwich to the next level. If you're looking for a good local spot for Bifanas in Lisbon, this is your spot

What an affordable restaurant! I can't believe the sooo and sandwich combo is less than 5 euros…read more The green soup was delicious and the sandwich was filled with pieces of sausage.

This place is one of those eateries that have existed across generations and become an institution…read moreby itself. It's a place frequented by the locals but thankfully not many tourists know of this. Hence the price level is low and the food is great. Value for money at its best. You walk in through the old solid wood doors and come to a place that is at once charming and old age. The service was quick and efficient and friendly. All in all a great experience.

This was the best meal we had in Portugal. Besides the food being great, the drink we had was also…read morewonderful (passion fruit sangria). The ambiance of the restaurant is very nice, they have live music and an outdoor terrace seating with a nice view. The service was fantastic, our waitress was so sweet. This was a very pleasant experience and I would recommend it to anyone coming to Lisbon!

This place is awesome! If you go out the doors of the Ancient Art museum and look left-the glass…read morebox restaurant is Le Chat! I had a beer and a helluva view! What a fabulous view! We sat outside and had drinks and a cheese plate- delicious and reasonable. They have an English menu so you won't have to struggle if you speak English- and they're very nice. You can eat outside or inside. There is a ramp leading to the restaurant which you will find if you walk down and to the left as you exit the Ancient Art museum. There is also a lovely little park with a nice view directly behind the restaurant. Cabs are super easy to find on the street the Ancient Art museum is on. We always managed to pick one up very quickly.

In a very central location and near our hotel, Lisbon Colours, as well as Praça Luís de Camões…read moreplaza where you can find parking and bus/tram stops, leading all over Lisbon, you will find the Best Burger in Lisbon at A Cultura do Hambúrguer PROS - Warm reception and equally inviting decor ... OOH-RAH! - The Potato Skins (€3.95) were good, crispy and had a simple, tasty garlic mayo sauce on top even though I was expecting 'American-style' with bacon, etc. - The homemade Lime and Berry Ade (€3.95) were both good - The Salgadieras Hamburgers ((€9.45) came with cheese, bacon, caramelized onions, tomato, and mayo on a homemade seeded bun and were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING ... we all agreed that they were the best burgers we all have had in a long time, stateside or in Europe ... HOOAH! - The prices were very fair, considering the portion sizes and quality of the 100% homemade food - The Key Lime Pie and Cheesecake (€4.95 each) were scrum-diddly-umptious - Our server, João, was extremely friendly, professional, and informative ... MUITO OBRIGADO! CONS - The Potato Skins could have used a bit more of the garlic mayo sauce - The dessert prices were a tad high for the portion sizes CombatCritic Gives A Cultura do Hambúrguer 9 BOMBS OUT OF 10 ... I Will Definitely Be Back The Next Time We Are In Lisbon ... More Bombs Are Better!

Area wasn't great and really wasn't the place I thought it'd be. The burgers were okay but…read moreexpensive. I wouldn't go out of my way to try this again. The service was good however.