Inside Restaurante Alma. | Nuno Correia
A food-loving visitor will quickly learn that sardines, cod, and the iconic pastel de nata are great, but the Lisbon restaurant scene can offer much more. Portuguese cuisine draws on global flavors from the country’s centuries of trade, and Lisbon’s restaurateurs have access to top-quality fish and seafood, unique cheeses, lovely wines, and vegetables from organic farms just outside the city. In a capital experiencing lightning-fast growth, Lisbon’s food scene mediates the collision of old and new, weaving together trendy wine bars, Michelin-starred restaurants, traditional and casual venues, and neo-tascas (modern neighborhood restaurants) that combine aspects of all of the above.
We update this list quarterly to make sure it reflects the ever-changing Lisbon dining scene. Our write-ups include insider tips from our experienced writers and editors, as well as a rough range of pricing for each destination — ranging from $ for quick, inexpensive meals with dishes largely under $10 (or the equivalent in euros), to $$$$ for places where entrees exceed $30.
New to the map in October 2025: Among the best bets right now are Zunzum Gastrobar, where chef Marlene Vieira of Michelin-starred Marlene serves contemporary Portuguese dishes with global flair in a casual spot; DoBeco, a brunch-friendly hangout that’s as much about coffee and pastries as it is about pulled pork buns; and Jorge D’Amália, a tiny tasca in Ajuda where the bitoque and other tavern staples keep tradition alive; and Para Wine Bistro, a chic wine bar with a tight menu and a particularly excellent by-the-glass wine selection.
Rafael Tonon is a journalist and food writer living between Brazil and Portugal, covering the restaurant industry in Lisbon for outlets like the Washington Post, Epicurious, and leading Portuguese publications. A contributor to Eater since 2008, he is also the author of Food Revolutions (published in Portuguese and Spanish).