The Anjos neighborhood remains one of Lisbon’s most characteristic and idiosyncratic, in a perfect balance between tradition, modernity and cultural fusion.
In the streets of this neighborhood, between Arroios and Intendente, there are many stories and places to visit and get to know.
We visited several must-see places in this cosmopolitan area, where Lisbon still belongs to those who live here.
Stack Smash Burgers
Stack is more than just a burger joint, it’s a meeting place in the heart of Anjos, one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world.
Here, taste meets authenticity: succulent smash burgers prepared with fresh ingredients, accompanied by a relaxed, urban atmosphere that reflects the energy of the neighborhood. In this video you can see why Stack is the favorite spot for those looking for a real smash burger.
Address: Rua Jacinta Marto 1A (Anjos); Avenida 24 de Julho 170 (Mirari)
Hours: Thursday to Monday, from 12pm to 11pm
Penha Snail Garden
The Jardim do Caracol da Penha opened earlier this summer, on July 14, 2023 , having been the most voted Participatory Budget project ever.
Lisbon now has another place where children and adults can relax and have fun in the various facilities, including a community garden, an amphitheater, a viewpoint, a children’s playground and a sports park.
Address: Rua Marques da Silva 67 (Arroios/Penha de França)
Opening hours: every day from 7am to 9pm
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At first glance, it looks like an ordinary tavern, but when you enter you can easily see that pizza is the queen of the house here – and one of the most popular in the area.
The decor doesn’t matter, nor do the recurring queues at the door: those who come here are here to eat good pizza with fluffy, crunchy dough, drink Italian wines and beers and enjoy an infinite choice of ingredients and combinations.
Address: Rua Maria 54
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, from 7pm to 11pm
Candeeiros Hospital
The next time you need to fix a chandelier or your bedside table lamp breaks, you can repair it at the hospital dedicated to these luminous objects.
Located in the Anjos neighborhood, Hospital dos Candeeiros was established in 1968 and continues to provide the same services with quality and dedication .
As well as restoring and repairing lamps, they also make bespoke abat-jours and manufacture lamps.
Address: Rua Palmira 35C
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 9am to 1pm and 3pm to 7pm; Saturdays from 9am to 1pm
Brick Café Lisboa
It’s not your typical Portuguese café, but here you can feel at home while calmly leafing through the newspaper.
The food is good, the prices are friendly (especially the daily specials) and the atmosphere is welcoming with a certain neighborhood charm.
Brick Café Lisboa is one of the busiest places and it can be difficult to get a table, but it’s always worth it. The brunch is one of the most popular in the city due to its excellent value for money.
Address: Rua de Moçambique 2
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 8.30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Carvoaria Jacto
Anyone who enjoys a good steak or loves grilled meats must visit Carvoaria Jacto, a neighborhood restaurant that has already made a name for itself in the rest of the city.
The space is pleasant, the service is friendly and the quality of the meat is five-star, with numerous options: Posta Mirandesa, Picanha, Medallions, Kebabs, Wagyu beef steaks… In short, there’s a bit of everything and there’ s no shortage of fish dishes.
Address: Rua Maria Andrade 6A
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, from 12pm to 3pm and from 7pm to 10pm
Retro City
When it comes to stylish second-hand clothes, Retro City is the right answer.
There are options for all tastes and sizes, with items from various decades, materials and themes: there’s no shortage of military jackets, tracksuits or Hawaiian shirts.
The store is vintage and the selection goes far beyond clothes, with shoes, accessories, bags and everything that makes a closet happy.
Address: Rua Maria Andrade 43
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, from 12pm to 8pm
Retrox Vintage Shop
Vintage is in fashion and countless people are looking for furniture and decorative objects from other times to embellish their homes.
In this area of Anjos, Retrox Vintage Shop is one of the must-see stores, specializing in “furniture, decoration and small mid-century things (50s, 60s and 70s)”.
There’s a focus on national design and it’s guaranteed that all the goods on sale stand out for their elegance and exemplary aesthetics.
Address: Rua dos Anjos 4C
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, from 1pm to 7pm
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