Urbanaut

Han - Table Barbecue

by Srila A hole-in-the-wall chinese-korean bbq spot. Uncannily reasonable and never disappointing. This place is located away from all the tourist traps - and is a local favorite so, be warned, it’s nearly always busy!! So try and make a reservation in advance.

by Ana Silva One of the best places to eat Cod in Lisbon - this is a classic restaurant. They have outdoor esplanade seating as well and it’s a great place to visit for good seafood (and of course, Cod).

by Ana Silva Lisbon locals hang out in two main areas at night before going out (much later!). These areas are Cais do Sodre and Bairro Alto. The bars in these neighborhoods start getting busy around 11pm. Pensao Amor is a great place in Cais do Sodre to hang out in the evening and even for a little warm-up dancing before you hit the club. I think you’ll like it. Think burlesque erotica meets raucous fun and you’ll get the vibe. They even have an erotic book library collection!

Manteigaria (Portuguese custard pies factory)

by Urbanaut While Pasteis de Belem gets a lot of press for being the original creators of the famed Portuguese tart, locals in the know may point you toward Manteigaria for an authentic, buttery tart that ages well for a few hours after even. The light, custard-filled Pastel de Nata are expertly made in front of your eyes (none of the secrecy of Pasteis de Belem) by white-coated chefs, and a ringing bell signifies that your hot batch is ready and waiting to be eaten with a bica (or Portuguese espresso). Perfect.

Pastéis de Belém

by Ana Silva The birthplace of Lisbon’s legendary custard tart - Pastel de Nata. You’ll find endless queues, long waits and a busy, buzzy space. Many locals think you get better Pastel de Nata in smaller establishments but this is a legendary , historical establishment. Go early to try and beat the queues, pair with a trip to the Jeronimos Monastery (which is where the custard was truly invented - by the nuns of the monastery who handed the tarts over to a nearby sugar shop - voila - Pasteis de Belem) and walk away the calories during the rest of the day.