If that’s your thing, (re)discover the best places to eat snails in Lisbon in this guide. If there are snails, then there’s a guarantee of fun and snacks throughout the afternoon.
And if you can take advantage of the terraces, then even better. Book the whole afternoon and relax like a snail in the sun!
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The Fighter
Located in the heart of the Alcântara neighborhood, next to the Carris Museum, the familiar O Lutador has one of the coolest terraces for eating snails and drinking a few beers.
And yes, the snails at this place really are some of the best we’ve tasted in the city. You’ll find that you won’t even notice the time passing or the number of portions you’ll be ordering. You’ll be eating snails until nightfall.
Address: Rua da Junqueira 1C (Alcântara)
Júlio dos Caracóis
Marvila wasn’t yet fashionable and this place was already bringing authentic “excursions” to the neighborhood.
It’s now a Lisbon classic, with friendly service, excellent snails and a homely atmosphere.
Those who don’t like this snack don’t have to miss out, because they also serve other snacks here, such as pica-pau or a delicious bifana.
Address: Rua Vale Formoso de Cima 140B (Marvila)
King of Snails
You’ll be well served here, whether you eat on the spot or take it home, which is what we did when we went last time.
This small, peaceful house is located in Algés and, in these parts, you can’t eat better snails in a house that specializes in this mollusc and also in roasted sn ails .
Address: Rua Dr. Manuel de Arriaga 29 (Algés)
A Tabuense
With the typical atmosphere of a classic neighborhood house, simple and peaceful, A Tabuense is ideal for snacks with friends or family.
It’s also in the Alvalade neighborhood and one of its highlights at this time of year are the snails and caracoletas, which are very popular during the summer season.
Address: Avenida do Brasil 182C (Alvalade)
Pomar de Alvalade
Founded in 1959 in Alvalade, Pomar de Alvalade is another restaurant that has been on the snail route for several years.
As long as the weather is more blustery, the snails are served at 17:00, but as soon as it gets hotter, they arrive at the table a little earlier, between 15:30 and 16:30.
Clams, shellfish, gizzards and pica-pau are other specialties at this restaurant.
Address: Rua Marquesa Alorna 21 (Alvalade)
House of Snails
Even snails have made it to the takeaway. Here, just arrive, order as many as you like (there are even buckets) and go have a snail picnic wherever you like.
Monsanto Park or the Amnesty International Garden right next door are the quickest options, but any backyard, terrace or even balcony is always a good option.
With fresh beers in the fridge and sticks in the cupboard, it’s always a snap. Bring on those snails!
Address: Rua de Campolide 370 (Campolide)
The Hoquist
In São Domingos de Benfica there’s a large terrace that fills up these days to eat some of the best snails Lisbon has to offer.
The snails are incredible, but if you’re looking for seafood, you won’t leave unimpressed either. O Hoquista has a good selection of seafood that is sure to satisfy even the most demanding foodies.
Address: Estrada de Benfica 405B (Benfica)
Sé da Guarda
The Sé da Guarda restaurant in Algés is a reference point for those who enjoy snails in the Lisbon region.
During the season, they serve this typical Portuguese snack from 5pm, keeping the price affordable and stable.
The traditional tavern atmosphere, combined with the friendliness of the service and the quality of the snacks, makes this place a must for lovers of snails and Portuguese gastronomy.
Address: Rua Sport Algés e Dafundo 16 (Algés)
A Ginjinha
The Benfica flag flying on match days and the snails are already a trademark of this Campolide restaurant.
As long as the weather doesn’t get the better of them, they’re served from Friday to Sunday and at the weekend, but then they’ll be available every day.
Address: Rua Dom Carlos de Mascarenhas 11 (Campolide)
Apolo 78
Every year, one of the biggest snail festivals in the country takes place in Loures . It usually runs until July 31st.
So it’s no wonder that one of the best places to eat snails is at Apolo 78, located in Loures.
Address: Rua Dili 3 (Loures)
