Came here a few weekends ago while traveling solo. It was recommended by Chat GPT and it didn't…read moresteer me in the wrong direction. I got lucky with no reservations and was able to squeeze in at a back table. The place is narrow but they make use of the space. Menu items are mostly tapas style with some sandwiches and soup. Such a lovely experience listening to them sing Fado music. 2 guitarists to the side and one singer at a time with the lights dim. It felt as if they welcomed me into their home inside their living room. Such an amazing experience.

Great, intimate place to listen to a fado show! Cash only. I was able to make a reservation via…read morefacebook messenger. It's very small so reservations are best, otherwise you have to wait until spaces open up past 9pm. There's no full menu just tapas, but they are filling! I got a ham & cheese sandwich -- it was grilled and SO delicious. I also got a Caipirinha. Everything is reasonably priced. Now for the music -- the show was great! A few "surprises" along the way, but literally everyone at the bar could sing. They do sets and take 15 minute breaks in between, for themselves and also customers who come & go. I left around 10 so not sure how long they are open. Depending on when you leave, a little patience to get your bill is surely appreciated.

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!

I had a reservation for 8:30pm for a fado show. They were nice and didn't give me any issues for…read morecoming by myself even though the reservation was for two people. The inside is very charming and cozy. The fado show was incredible. The singers and instrumentalists did a fantastic job and although I couldn't understand the words, it was still quite beautiful and moving. The performers did take fairly long breaks between songs as an FYI. I wasn't super hungry so I did get some small snacks and a dessert along with some amarguinha and they really hit the spot.

We chose this place because it was billed as "trendy fado" and it was an easy ramble from our hotel…read morein the Baixa district. I understand that if you are looking for a more "authentic" experience the Chiado and Bairro Alto are a better place to seek that out. That said-- we thoroughly enjoyed the meal and fado here even though we were prepared for it to feel kitschy and touristy. We arrived around 8 pm for the 8:30 show and were able to get in with no reservation for a table of 6. No idea if that is the norm or not. The next thing you need to know is that the menu here is more sharing plates than entree style meals. Oddly, we had a hard time getting our server to take the order from our whole table of 6. He would take one or two items and then dash off. I am unsure if this is because their kitchen is tiny or what. That said-- the food we ordered was all delicious. The tuna steak and polenta/cheese dish particularly got high marks. Fado is enjoyed in silence. Some in our group were initially a little put-off by the "lecture" at the front door to be silent during the show. But, honestly, the show itself was so captivating, I don't think anyone was tempted to chat. But, on the topic of silence, the restaurant will only take/serve orders during breaks in the show. The cadence is 20 minutes of music and then a 20 minute break. I think there were 3-4 "sets" during the evening. Most people left before the end but as we were waiting for our final orders we ended up staying for the whole show.

First 5* in a very long time. Excellent food, lovely ambiance (art work interesting and if you…read morereserve there a piece if art with your name on the card placard on your table) and service perfect - that's saying a lot these days! They have at least 100 types of gin which they let you choose/smell. Fabulous drinks! Every dish a winner! Outside seating too. Favorite Lisboa place.

Nicely located near the waterfront. Excellent food and service. Cod and mussels were great!read more

It was about 9pm and my friend and I were hungry. We didn't want to be in the hustle and bustle of…read moredowntown, so I looked up a random place and headed towards it. We got to the top of the world, I mean stairs, and my friend decided that she didn't even want to eat anymore because it was too long of a hike to get to the place that I had originally looked up. Instead, we walked into this little gem expecting to just get a drink. The front does not give away what is inside. We were seated at a magical table towards the back of a restaurant. Everything from there was magical. The food was exquisite, all of it was phenomenal. The wine, we thought, was a little bit overpriced, BUT we like to believe that you are paying for the wonderful experience. Soon after we placed our order and got our wine, we were accompanied by a small group of 3 who entertained us with music from Portugal, a little bit of history, and a beautiful ambiance. I would recommend this place to EVERYONE. I was hesitant to share because I love that it's off the beaten path and most people would not venture out, but this place is worth every single stair to get all the way up there. One regret I have it not exploring the area a little more, but wow. Finding this place on the last night in Lisbon was the cherry on top for us. The person who greeted us (presumably the owner) was so funny, welcoming, and warm. It was a hit from the start. We ended up having a full course meal and loved every minute of it. HOWEVER, beware that they ONLY TAKE CASH. This cost me a 5 minute sprint back to my hotel and a battle coming back, but they were really nice about it. Everyone there seemed to be truly joyful. The band makes rounds around the different areas of the restaurant (I think 3), so it's very intimate. As they made their way around, I noted about 3 different singers, one of them was a busboy or server (maybe both!). It seems like a family run place, they all work together and have one another's back, constantly asking if we are okay, if our order was put in, or if we had questions. Sometimes joking that they kept coming around. I'm about living in the moment and not having a phone out at dinner, so I don't have any to share, but other do, check them out. You will not regret your stop here. FYI - 2 people, 1 wine bottle, 2 apps., 2 entrées, like 75 euros.

Charming and seemingly "local" ambiance. We sat on a long table and shared with new friends. The…read morefood included a "salad" of octopus and other seafood and was lovely. We also had a dish with cod and potatoes that was very salty until mixed with the accompanying fresh cucumber and tomato - it was unique and definitely delicious We were able to hear some Fado music and I'm so glad we were informed of the importance of enjoying in silence. Apparently it is considered very rude to speak or make noise during the performance - a fact some other guests did not know.

I've been in Lisbon five days and it's on my last day that I discover this place. :-(…read more Every bite of every dish I was served here made my tongue do somersaults! My taste buds got together and learned Portuguese they could write a thank you note to the kitchen staff. I took photos of everything including the signature cocktail and made my social media friends look at them. This place rocks! (Literally. They have a rocking playlist and live music at night.) No matter your appetite, this place has snacks and full entrees that span a range of palate-pleasers. You cannot go wrong here ordering something out of the ordinary or sticking with what's familiar. The staff are always in motion serving patrons and checking on tables. They seem very happy working together as a team. Their smiles were not just for guests but for each other. Comfortable indoor seating as well as relaxing outdoor seating to accommodate any size of party. Happy Hour specials and 2-for-1 pizza Sundays after 7 PM make this a great spot for anyone on a budget. They do not skimp on creativity or flavor. Treat yourself and try them early in your stay. You'll be better off than me with the option of returning here once more before you have to go back home. Manga!

Great find located in the center of downtown. Love the vibe and the ambiance. Very modern and…read moreeclectic. Didn't have much expectations thinking it was gonna be a tourist trap but I was wrong everything came out to be exceptional. My group got 2 pitchers of their sangria and it was delicious and tasty. Their seafood is pretty fresh and everything came out to be very flavorful. I personally enjoyed the camarones y cahuil which is shrimped drenched in garlic and butter. Only mistake we had was the pizza and ceviche but nonetheless everything else was delicious. Big plus is the atmosphere. Music was on point and the vibe was what we needed after a long day. Would recommend this place if your in the area. Take note they have happy hour for drinks and their cocktails are exceptional.

We had a great dining experience at Lisboa à Noite ("Lisbon at Night"). We found this restaurant…read morethrough TheFork app, as part of TheFork's Insider program. The restaurant was lovely -- sleek, modern, minimalist, with elements of traditional Portuguese architecture integrated throughout. The softly playing background music was English light rock on repeat. Dishes we ordered included: - "Sardinha assada em tosta de broa de milho e salada montanheira" ("Fresh grilled sardine fillet on toasted cornbread and mountain salad") €16.90. De-boned, but not my thing. - "Ostras nacionais ao natural" (Oysters). €22.90. Great. - "Arroz de marisco com lagosta, camarão-tigre, gambas e amêijoas do Algarve (2 pessoas)" Seafood Rice for 2 people with lobster, tiger shrimp, prawns, and clams. €79.90. Great. This came in a covered pot hat the waiter portioned and served. There were about four servings total from this dish. Each serving had a good amount of lobster, shrimp, and clams. My sparkling green wine paired nicely with this dish. Service was impeccable. For example, they: - placed a stool beside my chair to separately seat my phone and camera. - cleaned the tablecloth when my companion stained it with red wine. - held my backpack in a secure room while we ate. I thought the restaurant was a little pushy on dessert. We weren't thinking of dessert because our tourist diet already had too much sugar from too many Pastéis de Nata, but we relented. The desserts, while tasty and sweet, were not memorable. Complementary Wi-Fi is available.

Ate here recently on the recommendation of a former employee of the restaurant who is a friend of…read moremine. The experience overall was very good. This is a high end experience. From the moment you walk through the door until that giant desert display comes around you will be lavished with luxury, great food and service. Our party was five people and we all enjoyed our dishes. While we all were a little under dressed I would suggest at least business casual. The restaurant is set in an old building with very nice architecture. I would certainly come back again

Not sure how we found this place but glad we did. We had no trouble getting an outside table here…read moreon an October Saturday night. It's kinda strange but the corner restaurant next to them has outdoor tables on either side of them. Just look for the dark green tablecloths to know you are in the right place. Having our fill of seafood on this trip, my wife was looking for chicken and found it here. I went with a francesinha sandwich to change things up. The grilled chicken was well prepared with a wine reduction sauce and came with roasted vegetables as well. Never seem to get enough vegetables when traveling but this dish filled my wife's daily quota. This was my first try at this traditional Portuguese sandwich and I liked it. It was served drowning in a sauce but I managed to sop it all up by the end. Our server was excellent all evening and keep us taken care of. He was a bit of a talker which played well with my wife's chattiness. Overall a straight forward simple dinner that was quite enjoyable.

Bebedouro Wine Bar was recommended by Lonely Planet Lisbon. Luckily, it was next to our hotel and…read morequality wine was just steps away. The have a big outdoor seating space on the street that is closed off to cars. They also have small indoor seating, but I recommend the outdoor space. They even provide blankets in case you feel chilly. Their 15 Euros wine flights came with 3 large glasses of wine. In America we would only be able to get small sample wine flights for that same amount of money. Not to mention, the wine was top quality and worth far more. Now, the food... let's talk about food... Ahhh-may-zzzzing!! The Chorizo & Sheep Cheese Bruschetta paired perfectly with the wines. I could have eaten that every day and all day long! The Roasted Tuna and Hummus appetizer had great flavor, but it did not come with bread or crackets. I found that a little strange... I mean, what do you put the tuna and hummus on? I guess you eat it with a fork as is? NO. Order bread on the side. Just because. Our server was very friendly, was very knowledgeable about the wines and the regions, and spoke at least 3 languages that I know of (Portuguese, Spanish, and English). Unfortunately, the service was very slow, but this seems to be common in Lisbon. We had to wait a while for our Wine Flight then even longer for the 1st appetizer to arrive. We were in no rush and just enjoying the evening, so we don't mind the wait as long as the server is friendly and the wine/food is delicious (which they were). I would have liked to give 5 stars, but the service was very slow.