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!

We had our last group dinner at Zambeze and the dinner was catered to our group of 40 people. The…read moredecor was nice and modern. We had a variety of appetizers and 2 options for dinner, mushroom risotto and veal, and a cheesecake for dessert. The servers were very attentive to our needs. The food was good, my veal was a bit chewy. Our group enjoyed the experience. When I come back to Lisbon, I would definitely come back to have a personalized dinner experience.

Had really high expectations for this restaurant thanks to ChatGPT. The service was really slow…read more Unfortunately I have a shellfish allergy. My white fist with coconut had an unexpected prawn on top. Ugh! In addition, we weren't really served at all but more like tolerated. Took forever to get the food and the check. Maybe next time we will have a better experience.

There's a bit of confusion in the reviews here. There are actually two restaurants at this…read morelocation--the "Leão d'Ouro," a traditional a la carte place, and, next door, the "Leão Buffet," an inexpensive and casual all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. I presume they're both under the same management. I'm reviewing the buffet side. My buffet this night was £7.90--including a decent salad bar, a choice of two soups, and a hot buffet (including a modest carvery). Everything I tried was decent, and much of it was very good. Drinks and desserts are extra, but reasonable. The atmosphere was casual and a bit chaotic, but it was certainly an efficient and inexpensive route for supper. I emerged stuffed to the gills in less than an hour, for a shade over £10 including a pint of beer. The staff were understandably a bit harried, but generally perfectly pleasant. You may have to stand in line for a table, but turnover is reasonably brisk. If you break into groups of two or three, you'll be seated faster. The main rush seems to be 7:30-8:00 pm. The five stars represents decent and plentiful local fare at a great price. I'd be very surprised if there were a better value in the heart of old Lisbon.

This is a great spot at a great price! The decor and environment is classy but not pretentious…read more There is a little bit of outdoor seating. We did not have reservations, so seating outside was our only option for immediate seating, especially because it was a little cold out. We had the seafood broiled platter for two. Everything was excellent! The tiger prawns and lobster were exceptional! Sweet and not dried out, with great broiled flavor. Great night with great food!

Beautiful setting and an attentive owner hostess. It's small and a one woman show so be sure to…read moremake a reservation. The owner tailored our meal to our liking - when i admitted i wasn't fond of prunes, she changed the dish to be lamb with artichoke and capers. She also recommended our dishes to align the spice and flavor of our meal experience. One of the best dinners we've had in Portugal. Lovely!

This was an amazing place. The owner was incredible to us. The decor is very Moroccan. The food was…read moreso wonderful. Every dish and drink were prepared with so much care and love. All ingredients were the best and the freshest. Just go but it is small so make reservation a couple of days ahead. The owner does all of the cooking and serving so be thoughtful of her time. Loved it but it is an experience not just a meal do make sure u have plenty of time and just enjoy the quirky nature.

We had just one vegetarian in our party, but everybody LOVED our dinner at Jardim dos Sentidos…read more Among the things we tried were a Morrocan couscous tagine scented with mint, a vegetable soup with cardamom, and a lovely deconstructed ratatouille. But the highlight was a dish called Jardin d'Eve containing rice, pumpkin, quinoa, nuts, dried fruits, pea sprouts and arugula. Get it. For dessert, the pies are outstanding. There is a beautiful, quiet outdoor dining room with lovely quiet music, and the prices are LOW. Highly recommended.

Our group of friends are vegetarian and we don't eat onion and garlic. When I arrived, the staff…read moregreeted me and sat me down and showed me their menu pointing out their menu is clearly marked what doesn't have onion and garlic or could be made without. That makes our life so much easier. I had cacoburger. I like the burger but not so much of the chips that came with it. Friends ordered mystical kebab, Thai curry noodles, Mexican chilli. Everyone loved what was served. Because it was so good, we decided to go back the next day and we all ordered different food to try out the next day. The second day we went back, Bf wasn't feeling very well. One of their staff would come by to ask him if he needs anything else and is feeling better once a while. Overall they not only showed their food is awesome, the customer service has exceeded expectation by far. The stuffed mushroom and kebab lollipop are very tasty and flavorful as well.

This place is a gem - old school, sitting shoulder to shoulder with your neighboring guests, really…read morea perfect stop for a glass of sangria or bacalhau à Brás. I meandered in here for dinner one night, drawn in by the lovely blue interior and painting- covered walls.

Setting tho slightly cramped was nice. The server noticed we were curious about a dish and offered…read morea sample as he knew not everyone would like the texture. He also gave us another table as he realized our space provided was cramped for our dishes we wanted to share. Food was amazing. The cod was slightly over cooked but the rest of the seafood was good. I recommend the shrimp curry. The rating does not do this place justice go check it out yourself!

So authentic, and the cod plate was great. Not your typical American style for sure but very…read moretasty. I did not like the ends of the piece of fish but as you worked toward the middle it just got better and better. The chips were just fair. Our waitress/server was very attentive and patient with us American tourists. Loved the display of fresh fish in the front. And not only is it a display, it is part of the food being served on the tables. We saw them get fresh fish out of the display several times in the evening. Really added to the ambiance. And a nice glass of Ginja at the end of the evening made for a great ending to a fantastic meal.

Best grilled salmon in a long time, and at a great price! The flavor and texture was so good. No…read morebones to pick out either, which was really nice. Octopus salad was also very good. Nice atmosphere. Not far from the Arco da Rua Augusta.

Dinner at O Cantinho do Aziz was an absolute treat! Chef Jenny Sulemange was there, adding a…read morepersonal touch. We started with banana frita (€5) and papas fritas (€4) -- simple, crispy perfection. Then came the star dishes: Miamba Macua (€18) and Massamba (€15), paired with a refreshing Mango Ice Tea (€3). For dessert, we indulged in the heavenly Bebinka (€6). Bonus: a little Japan Rice Lager (€2) to round things out! If you dare, ask for chilis to crank up the heat -- though honestly, the dishes are flavorful enough as-is. Pro tip: my phone was dying, so I had to pick between a food shot or a taxi back to Sintra... naturally, I snapped a quick pic and made it. Totally worth it! Fun, flavorful, and unforgettable -- don't skip it! Dinner at O Cantinho do Aziz was an absolute treat! Chef Jenny Sulemange was there, adding a personal touch. We started with banana frita (€5) and papas fritas (€4) -- simple, crispy perfection. Then came the star dishes: Miamba Macua (€18) and Massamba (€15), paired with a refreshing Mango Ice Tea (€3). For dessert, we indulged in the heavenly Bebinka (€6). Bonus: a little Japan Rice Lager (€2) to round things out! If you dare, ask for chilis to crank up the heat -- though honestly, the dishes are flavorful enough as-is. Pro tip: my phone was dying, so I had to pick between a food shot or a taxi back to Sintra... naturally, I snapped a quick pic and made it. Totally worth it! Fun, flavorful, and unforgettable -- don't skip it!

We had two African samosas as part of a good walking tour (one beef and one chicken). They were…read moredelicious with a very hot piri piri sauce. Service is decent and we sat outside since it was a nice day with a good breeze.