Ryan & Krista

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • Gradil, Mafra, Portugal

129 Days To Go!

Ryan & Krista

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • Gradil, Mafra, Portugal

129 Days To Go!

Lisbon Recommendations

Below are some of our favorite spots within Lisbon

The food is incredible, the wine is even better, and there’s always something to do or discover. We hope these recommendations give you a great starting point for your trip—and a little glimpse into why Portugal has our hearts.

Restaurants!

You really cannot go wrong eating out in Lisbon! Just avoid any spot that has a staff member trying to invite you in off the street or street signs with photos of their food. :) Usually a pretty touristy spot.

Familjen: Natural Wines and Big Flavors! Located in Barrio Alto neighborhood.

Cervejaria Ramiro: Seafood, loved by Anthony Bourdain! Try the Tiger Prawns.

Pippo

Sant'Avo

Faz Frio- Principe Real

La Malquerida- One Euro Taco between 6-7 pm

The Midnight Espresso- Dessert and Cocktail Bar

Ponto Final- Make reservation early and take ferry across the water!

Senhor Uva

Chapitô à Mesa

Tasca Baldracca

Tasca Pete

Comadre

Lero Lero- Pizzeria and Natural wine bar

Lupita- Another pizzeria and wine bar :)

Manteigaria- Everyone has their favorite spot for Pastel de Nata, this is ours :)

Drinks!

Here are a few of our favorite spots, casual wine bars to cocktail bars! Lisbon is home to a few of the top 100 bars in the world and some incredible rooftop views!

Antiga Wine Bar: Alfama

Maria Palato Wine Bar: Baixa de Lisboa

Imprensa Cocktail and Oyster Bar: Barrio Alto-Super casual and fun

A Bauica Fado: Drink, eat and take in a Traditional Fado show

Bar Mundial- Rooftop: Baixa de Lisboa (Amazing view of city center/perfect for sunset!

Palheta: Cais Do Sodre

Holy Wine: Chiado

Black Sheep : Barrio Alto

BacoAlto: Barrio Alto

Sneaky Sip Speakeasy: Reserve Time

Foxtrot: Barrio Alto- Reserve time

Red Frog Speakeasy: Barrio Alto - Reserve time

Pensão Amor: Pink Street. Former Brothel, fun touristy experience

Pavilhão Chinês: Barrio Alto

Bica Sour: Barrio Alto

Park Bar: Barrio Alto (top of parking garage)

Casa Independente: Moorish Quarter

Secret Garden: Moorish Quarter

Crafty Corner: Alfama

Tours!

When we travel, we love to start with a walking tour, or food tour when we get to a new city. It is always a great way to meet people and get our bearings! Below are some great tours we've enjoyed.

A simple and delicious walking food tour

https://www.viator.com/tours/Lisbon/Lisbon-Small-Group-Gourmet-Portuguese-Food-and-Wine-Tour/d538-5383GOURMET

See the city from the water!

https://www.viator.com/tours/Lisbon/Lisbon-2-Hour-Small-Group-Sailing-Tour/d538-15420P3

Get cookin!

https://www.viator.com/tours/Lisbon/Portuguese-Cooking-Class-in-Lisbon/d538-451173P2

Sights!

Our best advice: get lost :)

LX Factory- shops, restaurants and bars

Marvila 8- Refurbished industrial space with art, clothing and more

Jerónimos Monastary

Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara

Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte

Fiera De Ladra - flea market (Tuesdays and Saturdays)

Check out the numerous Ceramics shops

Stroll through the back streets of Alfama district

Take a day trip to Sintra

Take a quick train ride to Caiscais and enjoy the beach!

Coffee!

Start your morning off slow with some of our favorite coffee spots! You can usually find some amazing spots tucked away on little side streets as well.

Ludos- Alfama

Cafe da Garagem- Alfama

Buna- Chiado

Hello Kristof- Several locations

The Folks- Alfama, Chiado, Santos

Fabrica Roasters- Barrio Alto

Fable- Chiado

Tomorrow at 9: North of Barrio Alto

Lugar Nehum Espresso Bar: Anjos