Discover the Top Must-Visit Restaurants in Lisbon for 2025: A Culinary Journey

Lisbon is blessed with new restaurants almost every week or month, and 2024 was no exception. We've explored some incredible dining spots that deserve a second visit in 2025!

The New Gems of Lisbon's Culinary Scene
The latest additions to Lisbon's gastronomic landscape are true pearls you must try. If you're not already in the know, this list highlights the best restaurants of 2024, as experienced by us.

Dining Out in Lisbon
Lisboetas love to dine out! Think about it: when was the last time you strolled through the city and ended up in a restaurant?

In 2024, we visited some of the best restaurants Lisbon has to offer, focusing on those that opened this year or those we finally had the chance to experience.

Lisbon: The Best Culinary Destination in Europe
If you missed any, now's your chance to visit because Lisbon has been recognized as the best culinary destination in Europe.

Dish from Santa Restaurant. | Photo by @vleandro

Eliseu dos Leitões

Not our first visit to Eliseu dos Leitões, where you can savor the best leitoes in Lisbon at a new location on Avenida da Liberdade. The original spot has been renovated and is also worth a visit.

• Address: Rua Duque de Palmela 20 (entry via Avenida da Liberdade, Hotel Turim); Rua Álvaro Benamor 2, 2B (Carnide near Centro Comercial Colombo)
• Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, from 12 PM to 3 PM and 7 PM to 10:30 PM
• Our Experience: This menu is simply delicious.

Lovely Castelo

A new entry within the walls of Castelo de São Jorge, it offers a fantastic view over Lisbon, making it a must-visit.

• Address: Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo (inside the castle walls)
• Hours: Daily from 9:30 AM to 6 PM (winter); 9:30 AM to 9 PM (summer)
• Our Experience: We enjoyed this delightful culinary experience.

ÀCosta by Olivier

We can't wait to share our experience at chef Olivier’s newest space, which was phenomenal!

• Address: Avenida Infante Dom Henrique A (Doca da Marinha)
• Hours: Monday to Thursday and Sunday, from 12:30 PM to 3 PM and 7 PM to 11 PM; Friday and Saturday until 11:30 PM
• Menu Suggestion: We sampled some of the Executive Menu dishes.

Baked Cod at ÀCosta by Olivier. | Photo by @vleandro

Fama d’Alfama

This Fado house in Alfama surprised us with its quality cuisine and talented artists.

• Address: Rua do Terreiro do Trigo 80 (Alfama, near Santa Apolónia station)
• Hours: Daily
• Menu Suggestion: We tried some delicious tapas.

More Recommendations

We also explored other notable restaurants like Real Pérola by Olivier, Taberna Meia Porta, Ilha da Madeira, and many more, each offering unique culinary experiences and delightful dishes.

Lisbon's restaurant scene is vibrant and diverse, making it a culinary hotspot you won't want to miss in 2025!