“Absolutely sinful”: we’ve discovered the Mexican restaurants in Lisbon where you’ll want to devour vibrant tacos and drink margaritas until the wee hours

Finding a good place to eat in the Chiado area is no easy task! There are so many places to choose from that it all depends on what you’re in the mood for at the time.

And if you’re in the mood for some of the most incredible and delicious Mexican delicacies, then you have to choose Taqueria do Chiado, which, as the name suggests, specializes in tacos with all kinds of fillings.

But don’t think it stops at this traditional dish! You’ll also find quesadillas and tostaditas there, plus this set menu for two, with everything you could want.

The bright orange sauce at La Ruda challenges even the most adventurous palates.

If your tour of Mexican restaurants in Lisbon takes you to LX Factory, be sure to check out La Ruda: here you’ll find well-executed classics (tacos, burritos, quesadillas) alongside creations like chilaquiles.

The menu also features appetizers, tostadas, churros, and cocktails, with an average price per person ranging from €15 to €30.

After opening locations in shopping malls, the Guacamole group launched its first street-side restaurant— right in one of Lisbon’s trendiest spots, the 8 Building in Cais do Sodré.

The recipe for success is the same: burritos and tacos (with countless filling options), totopos, tortilla chips, salads, and more—but now in a cooler setting, complete with an outdoor terrace and a shop selling Mexican products.

And you certainly won’t go thirsty either. In addition to 12 types of tequila and eight varieties of mezcal, there are also 1,001 cocktails made with these spirits, such as the Ponderosa, the La Pantera Rosa, or the Cumberita.

If there’s one place where you can experience great Mexican cuisine in Lisbon, start with Ni Michi and its cuisine, which takes you on a journey all the way to the Amazon.

If you’ve never tried Latin American food before, we’re sure this restaurant, located at Lx Factory, will surprise you.

At Ni Michi, the chefs are natives of these countries, so you’ll only get to taste unique foods and drinks.

Barack Obama brought international fame to this chain of Mexican restaurants when he stopped by one and said, “I’ve heard these are the best tacos around.”

After Miami (U.S.), Panama, and the Dominican Republic, the group arrived in Lisbon ( thanks to Multifood), where it has been since November 2018.

It quickly caught people’s attention with the building’s bright blue color, right in the heart of Príncipe Real, but it also gained fame thanks to a very comprehensive Mexican street food menu.

Among the tacos, we recommend the Pollo Al Carbon (chicken, cheese, and pico de gallo), the Al Pastor (pork, pineapple, and onion), and the duck Carnitas (duck confit, Michoacán style, with serrano salsa, onion, cheese, and cilantro), but there’s no shortage of tortillas and quesadillas either.

At Pepe Taco, located in Parque das Nações, between the Vasco da Gama Tower and the MEO Arena, you’ll find the tacos that make all the difference.

Whether made with wheat or corn, they’re crispy, and they’re where you’ll be able to sample some of the tastiest Mexican fillings in the city, with prices ranging from €1.50 to €2.50 (each).

Then there are the traditional burritos, hot dogs, Tex-Mex nachos, and even quesadillas— delicacies that are always ready to be paired with a cold beer ( a bucket of 5 mini-beers for 5€) or a great selection of cocktails.

As for the atmosphere, Pepe Taco is one of the most laid-back Mexican restaurants in the city— a true invitation to gather with friends or family, who will be greeted with friendly and attentive service.

The list of Mexican restaurants in Lisbon is growing longer by the day, so we haven’t been able to visit all of these places yet— though we’re sure they’re all incredible and authentic:

• Contrabando
• Las Ficheras
• Carnal
• La Fugitiva
• Paco Bigotes
• La Marquerida
• El Taco Chingón
• Malacopa
• Sr. Taco