
Tascas in Lisbon have to have traditional Portuguese cuisine, paper towels, tiles with proverbs, homemade pomace and individual portions that are enough for two or three people.
These are the minimum conditions that make these places true corners of traditional flavors, which turn these places into typical Lisbon taverns.
Typical of Portugal, in Lisbon you’ll still find many of these restaurants, where good humor usually reigns, where the guests talk loudly and, above all, where the food they serve deserves a standing ovation for being so delicious and satiating.
Another important feature of these true gastronomic spaces is the price of each meal, which is usually very affordable for all wallets. We still know one or two places with prices below 8 euros.
Frequented by both locals and tourists, who are increasingly seeking them out, you’ll always find a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.
We went in search of the best tascas in Lisbon and get ready, because here you’ll find the most typical and delicious the city has to offer.
Table Of Contents
- Balcony of the Marquis
- Fernandinho
- Zé da Mouraria
- House of India
- Moorish Manor House
- Tasquinha do Lagarto
- Super Mario
- Cabaças Restaurant
- Old Eurico
- Trigueirinho
- Tasca do Gordo
- Zé do Pinto
- Green Apple
- Flowers
- Tasca do Tretas (new entry)
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Balcony of the Marquis
This establishment very close to the Marquês de Pombal, just to the right of the Duque de Loulé, is not exactly a tavern, but it serves typical Portuguese dishes at authentic tavern prices. That’s why it’s on this list.
Every day you have a choice of four dishes, fish, meat and a popular one, which can start at 6.95€. If you want to opt for the menu of the day, it costs 10.30€ and includes the dish of the day + drink or soup + coffee or pastel de nata.
Address: Avenida Duque de Loulé 113-119 (Marquês)
Fernandinho
This is one of our favorite taverns in Lisbon. With room for 30 diners, O Fernandinho focuses on friendliness and good service, with special emphasis on the dishes of the day and, of course, the bagaço that ends each meal.
Whether it’s meat, fish or a snack at lunchtime or in the evening, in this tavern you’ll eat the best of the best, such as the steak or the Fernandinho-style codfish, which are especially tasty.
Address: Rua do Duque 15 (Chiado)
Zé da Mouraria
Open at lunchtime (only closed on Sundays), you’ll eat your fill at this typical tavern in Mouraria. Why? Because here there are no portions for one person: everything you want to order comes in industrial portions that easily satisfy 2 to 3 diners.
Here, Portuguese cuisine has total dominance, duly accompanied by the good friendliness of those who serve us. Whether you choose “Chocos ao Alhinho” or “Bife à Casa” with coffee sauce, you’ll leave O Zé da Mouraria feeling full.
Address: Rua João do Outeiro 24 (Mouraria)
House of India
The specialty of this tavern in Lisbon is roast chicken, but here you’ll find a bit of everything that’s good about traditional Portuguese cuisine, from grilled fish to a special steak for two (can you imagine?).
Then you always have the dishes of the day, with an emphasis on grilled meats, as well as a series of delicious desserts, which you can accompany with a coffee with pomace.
Address: Rua do Loreto 49-51 (Chiado)
Moorish Manor House
If you’re looking for a tavern in Lisbon that serves the best of traditional Portuguese cuisine between 11am and 10pm (except on Sundays, when it closes), Solar dos Mouros, in Penha de França, is the place to go.
Each portion is served in large proportions, most of them on an aluminum platter, just the way you want it.
The communication between the waiter and the cook is part of the ambient music, as is the crackling of the grill, which is where most of the dishes come from , such as the delicious Black Pork Cheeks.
Address: Rua do Milagre de Santo António 6 (Penha de França)
Tasquinha do Lagarto
In Campolide you’ll find a very special place, with traditional Portuguese dishes to eat and cry over.
It’s called A Tasquinha do Lagarto and, among the various delicacies you’ll only find in a tavern of this kind, you’ll be able to taste the best Portuguese stew in that part of Lisbon.
Address: Rua de Campolide 258 (Campolide)
Super Mario
In this typical Lisbon tavern you’ll hear the noise of the lunches, the crowded tables and, of course, the prices that only a tavern can offer.
You’ll also find some of the best delicacies at, such as Fried Joaquinzinhos with Tomato Rice, Caras de Bacalhau or Feijoada à Transmontana, in half- or single-serving dishes.
On Tuesdays you can’t miss the Cozido, plated on a stainless steel platter that’s perfect for two people. All you have to do to secure yours is arrive a little earlier than everyone else because it’s always packed with people who work in this part of town.
Address: Rua do Duque 7-9 (Chiado)
Cabaças Restaurant
Congratulations if it’s your first time here and you manage to get a table straight away. It’s really complicated, not least because they don’t accept reservations. Therefore, the first to arrive are those who will have the pleasure of tasting a beautiful piece of meat on the stone (there is no other place in Lisbon where we have eaten better).
It’s in this type of restaurant, similar to the old taverns of Bairro Alto, that we like to hang out the most, where it’s good to dine with friends over a couple of drinks.
Address: Rua das Gáveas 8 (Bairro Alto)
Old Eurico
Velho Eurico is a proper Casa de Pasto, where the portions are decent, the food is good and the price is honest.
On the menu, all the classics, from chanfana to cod, washed down with fresh vinasse, dessert and coffee. One of those meals to get you off your feet Mouraria down, belt undone, heart full.
Address: Largo São Cristóvão 3-4 (Mouraria)
Trigueirinho
If we wanted to define O Trigueirinho in a single sentence, it would be something like: a restaurant serving traditional Portuguese food, with daily menus at very attractive prices. But O Trigueirinho is much more than that.
Trigueirinho is one of those family-run restaurants that leaves you happy and with a full belly. It’s tucked away in the alleys of Mouraria, where the atmosphere is spectacular, the service is friendly and the spices and smells, perfectly combined, result in truly typical dishes.
Address: Largo dos Trigueiros 17 (Mouraria)
Tasca do Gordo
The best Portuguese food is served here. Founded in 1982, Tasca do Gordo serves good, cheap food and also has a lovely terrace for warmer days.
Mão de vaca, Naco à Gordo and Espetada de vaca are the dishes of choice that you really must try.
Address: Rua Cordoeiros a Pedrouços 33 (Belém)
Zé do Pinto
Specializing in grilled meats, you’ ll be amazed by the famous bean rice at this tavern. It’s made on the spot and although it takes 20 minutes to make, you should always appreciate this detail.
Also noteworthy is the special entrecote, which they call “Our entrecote” here. It’s really tasty.
Address: Largo General Sousa Brandão 2 (Benfica)
Green Apple
At Maçã Verde, meals are simple and appetizing, just like you’d expect in a traditional Portuguese tavern.
The place has all the makings of a good tavern, and you really must try the grilled cod with olive oil and parsley, accompanied by fried potatoes.
Address: Rua dos Caminhos de Ferro 84 (Santa Apolónia)
Flowers
It’s very close to Largo de Camões, one of the smallest taverns in Lisbon, but always with delicious food, which we’ve already had the chance to try.
And it doesn’t even need a name! Just search for “restaurant Das Flores” and it’ll come up. Take out your phone number because you’ll really need to book a table if you want to eat here, in a space that fits just over 20 people.
As for the dishes, our suggestion goes straight to the Iscas (with boiled or fried potatoes) and the Pataniscas de Bacalhau com Arroz de Feijão, hummm, how delicious. To start… or to finish, don’t leave here without trying the delicious meat croquettes – discover our favorites.
Address: Rua das Flores 76 (Chiado)
Tasca do Tretas (new entry)
It’s not easy to find a tavern to go to on Sundays! Because they are usually family businesses, this is the holy day of rest, except at A Tasca do Tretas, which is open from Sunday to Friday.
Located next to Alameda, in the actors’ neighborhood, Tasca do Tretas is one of those typical taverns, with a counter on one side and tables on the other, and in the back there is also a small dining room, which is where we stayed.
And as for the food, there’s nothing “rubbish” about it! And the proof is in the weekly menu, starting at €7.50: on Sundays there’s always Leitão; on Mondays there’s Feijoada à Transmontana, Mão de Vaca and Dobrada; on Tuesdays Favas with Entrecosto and Jardineira; Wednesdays are traditional Cozido à Portuguesa; on Thursdays the house specialty, Pernil (reservations are recommended); and on Fridays you can try Arroz de Cabidela and Piano no Forno.
The portions are always very generous, and I’m proud of the waiter, who is always very friendly and available to make any extra.
Address: Rua Carlos Mardel 115 (Alameda)