Today we’re covering best restaurants in Príncipe Real, but there’s always a reason to visit this bustling Lisbon neighborhood. Whether you’re popping by for the weekly organic market, or grabbing a drink at the coolest cocktail bars in Lisbon, this is the place to be. When Queen Maria II named this area “Royal Prince” (Príncipe […]
Behind the Bite: Salt Cod
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series, deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. Portugal may be known for delicacies that come straight from the sea, but its most famous seafood is far from fresh. If you’ve spent any time in Lisbon, you’ve probably encountered a common menu […]
Behind the Bite: Pastéis de Nata
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series, deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. If you really want to get under the skin of Lisbon, head to a pastelaria. In every neighborhood of the city, old ladies brush shoulders with hipsters, inspecting the mind-boggling array of pastries laid out […]
10 Ways To Know You’re Completely Obsessed with Lisbon
It started as a short trip and turned into love. Here are 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon. Eventually, short trips turned longer. The local custard tarts are now your favorite go-to snack. You fell in love with the ever-present sun, friendly locals, and soul-soothing food at first meeting. Now you’re completely consumed […]
Lisbon Then & Now: Trams
It’s hard to imagine there was ever a Lisbon without trams. Today, these yellow streetcars are so iconic they became one of the city’s main attractions. Lisbon is full of narrow streets, and to reach them you’ll often need the tram, or as we Portuguese call it, the elétrico. Before they became the background of […]
Hidden Lisbon: Mouraria
Mouraria, the birthplace of fado and the home of the most culturally diverse community in Lisbon is still off most tourists’ maps. They’re missing out! Mouraria is a tough neighborhood to pinpoint on a map but ask the locals who live there, and they have no trouble explaining to you that the oddly shaped neighborhood […]
5 Places Where You Can See Fado In Lisbon
In Lisbon, everything stops when fado is on. Silence rules the room, the lights dim, and only then the show begins. Explore with us some of the best places to see fado in Lisbon. You may be wondering: What is fado? Fado isn’t just a traditional music style—it’s an entire experience. It’s hard not to […]
A Love Letter to Lisbon: Miradouros
This post is part of our Love Letter series: first-person accounts of what we love about Lisbon. Photo Credit: cityodes, Text Overlay: Devour Lisbon Food Tours You can whine about the hills in Lisbon, but the splendid views above them are worth every climb. When someone asks me what’s my favorite thing about this city, I have to say […]
A Love Letter to Lisbon: City of the Sea
This post is part of our Love Letter series: first-person accounts of what we love about Lisbon. In Lisbon, the sea suffuses every aspect of local life—especially when it comes to cuisine. When I first caught sight of Lisbon, I could barely keep my eyes open. I was fresh off an overnight transatlantic flight, and […]
Top 7 Restaurants in the Chiado District in Lisbon
Once the meeting point of Portuguese intellectuals, Chiado has become a popular destination for shopping and dining. But where do you eat in the very heart of Lisbon? It’s in Rua Garret that you’ll find most of the cafés and bookshops in Chiado. But if you want to eat a proper meal, you’ll have to […]
Our 8 Favorite Italian Restaurants in Lisbon
Italian food is always a good idea—even in Lisbon. Which is the best Italian restaurant in Lisbon? The good news is that there are many. And while Portuguese food is amazing, no one can be blamed for craving some authentic pizza, pasta or risotto (and more). Ask a local the name of the best Italian […]
Lisbon Then & Now: Tascas
When in Lisbon, there’s no better place than a tasca to have lunch while feeling the city’s beating pulse. Lisbon has changed and so have tascas since they opened in the late 19th century. But for someone visiting the city for the first time, these family-owned, tavern-like eateries look frozen in time. And overwhelming. The […]
A Love Letter to Lisbon: Graça Neighborhood
This post is part of our Love Letter series: first-person accounts of what we love about Lisbon. Photo Credit: cityodes, Text Overlay: Devour Lisbon Food Tours Coming from the seaside town of Cascais, Lisbon felt like a foreign land at times. I never even heard of Graça before I moved here and it would have probably […]
Explore The Best Of Lisbon in 3 Days
Get ready for unforgettable experiences when sightseeing through Lisbon in 3 days. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the Portuguese capital. Jaw-dropping landmarks, bright trams, and centennial cafés are only the beginning. Make sure to bring comfortable footwear; there will be a lot of walking (and hills) too. Check out these recommendations for sightseeing through […]
How to Live Lisbon Nightlife like a Local
When night falls, Portugal’s capital comes to life. Lisbon is a city of contrasts. It’s one of the things we love about it. Streets that are quaint and sleepy during the day become buzzing and crowded once the sun goes down. And make no mistake: Lisbon nightlife is fast making a name for itself as […]
What to Buy in Lisbon, Portugal: 5 Perfect Souvenirs
Souvenirs don’t need to be just fridge magnets and t-shirts. Find something special to take home to remember Lisbon. You don’t need our advice on where to pick up typical souvenirs in Lisbon. Take a walk through the Baixa and you’ll find dozens of shops selling the usual suspects. And don’t get us wrong: we […]
Ordering in Portugal: The 10 Things You Need to Know
To successfully navigate a meal in Portugal, you’ll need to understand the country’s eating culture and habits. Having a meal is more than a basic need—it truly is a cultural event, even if it’s just lunch with friends. From understanding the menu before ordering to asking for the check, here are ten useful tips for […]
Lisbon in 24 Hours: A Whistlestop Tour of Portugal’s Capital
It might seem impossible to cover Lisbon in just 24 hours. But with a bit of planning, you can do it: we’ll show you how! It’s no secret that we at Devour love Lisbon. You could happily spend weeks exploring its back-alleys and rich culture. But we know that that’s not always possible. Whether you’re […]
6 Tips to Eat Like a Local in Lisbon
Even if staying for a short time, you want to feel deeply connected with your destination. Part of that connection comes through food. On these six tips to eat like a local in Lisbon, we at Devour Lisbon are focusing on cultural eating habits. Eating like a local in the Portuguese capital means enjoying a […]
What to Eat in Lisbon: 9 Traditional Bites You Need To Try
Wondering what to eat in Lisbon? From breakfast to dinner, we’re laying it all out there so you can eat like a true local, with its own tastes and traditions. No trip to Lisbon is complete without a taste of the local cuisine. Of course you need to try codfish and pastel de nata, but […]