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May 12, 2017 · Portuguese cuisine is varied and rich, full of aroma and flavour and there are numerous dishes that are considered Lisbon favourites. Easily found in practically every traditionally-run restaurant, these culinary delights are not be missed.
- Nina Santos
- Pastel de Nata
- Bacalhau à Bras
- Pastéis de Bacalhau
- Ginjinha
- Ameijoas à Bulhão Pato
- Sardinas Assadas
- Caldo Verde
- Pataniscas de Bacalhau
- Bifana
- Iscas Com Elas
Typical to Lisbon The pastel de nata (or Portuguese custard tart) is Portugal’s most famous culinary creation. Lisbon is where the pastel de nata was created, and it’s here that you’ll find some of the best natas in the country. Pastéis de Belémin the neighbourhood of Belém is the main bakery, and the first commercial bakery to begin making pastéis...
Typical to Lisbon While you’ll find lots of different bacalhau dishes on menus in Portugal, one of the most typically Lisbon dishes is bacalhau à bras. It’s said that the recipe was created by a tavern owner in Lisbon’s Bairro Alto, named Brás (or Braz, as it was customary to write at the time). It combines cod with potatoes, onions, and eggs. It’s...
Typical to Northern Portugal (but eaten nationwide) That’s right! Another bacalhau dish. Pastéis de bacalhau are little deep-fried patties crafted from a mixture of salt-dried cod and potatoes. While it may be another dish featuring bacalhau, it’s undeniably worth sampling, especially since you can easily find these tasty treats in cafés and snack ...
Typical to Lisbon Ginjinha is a sour cherry Portuguese liqueur that’s made by infusing ginja berries (sour cherry, Prunus cerasus austera, the Morello cherry) in alcohol (called aguardente) and adding sugar along with other ingredients like cloves and/or cinnamon sticks. Ginjinha is typical in Lisbon and the nearby town of Óbidos. In Óbidos, it’s n...
Typical to Lisbon Ameijoas à Bulhão Pato is another dish that you won’t just find in Lisbon but, since it originates from here (most people think from Almada), it’s worth trying it while you’re here. Some say the dish is named after the Portuguese poet Raimundo António de Bulhão Pato. You’ll find this dish on petiscos menus, in marisqueiras, as a s...
Typical to Lisbon Grilled sardines, known as Sardinhas assadas, are a beloved classic Portuguese dish and for many the smell of grilled sardines in the air signals the beginning of summer. The Portuguese love fish of all kinds, but this one is particularly special, partly because it’s associated with summer festivals. It’s said that the dish origin...
Typical to Northern Portugal (but eaten nationwide) Caldo Verde, a simple soup composed of shredded kale, onions, potatoes, garlic, and chouriço, hails from the northern region of Portugal but is enjoyed all across the country. Notably, it holds a prestigious spot as one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Gastronomy, alongside the previously mentio...
Typical to Lisbon Pataniscas de bacalhau, a Lisbon delicacy originating from Estremadura, holds such importance in the city that it was even the subject of a competition during one edition of the Peixe em Lisboafestival. Dom Bacalhau restaurant in Parque das Nações was the winner. Pataniscas are crafted from shredded cod mixed with onion and parsle...
Typical to Vendas Novas and Northern Portugal (but eaten nationwide) The bifana is a quintessential Portuguese sandwich, featuring a crispy bread roll filled with white wine-seasoned sautéed pork strips cooked in garlic. It’s a juicy and sometimes slightly greasy delight, often savoured as a late-night snack to accompany beer. Typically, bifanas pa...
Typical to Lisbon Iscas com elasis a dish associated with the Lisbon region, specifically Estremadura. The dish consists of marinated pork liver and it is usually served with potatoes, although it can sometimes be served as a sandwich filling, much like the famous bifana. The precise origins of this dish and its creator remain a mystery. However, h...
Sep 6, 2019 · Want to get an authentic taste of Lisbon? We’ve listed the best of Lisbon’s dishes and where to try them – from meat and fish to vegetarian, this delicious collection has you covered.
With its rich history and diverse cultural influences, Lisbon offers a gastronomic experience like no other. From savory delicacies and sweet treats to traditional AND contemporary sips, we’re excited to share with you ten of the must-eat (and drink!) items that encapsulate the essence of this vibrant city's culinary delights.
- Bacalhau. Bacalhau, i.e., salted codfish, is the national dish of Portugal and locals claim that over 1000 recipes exist with this unique ingredient. Starting in the Age of Exploration, Portuguese navigators began catching cod in Norweigan waters and heavily salting it until it became like fish jerky.
- Polvo à lagareiro. When I returned to Lisbon, I ate polvo (octopus) every damn day. It’s on almost all menus and it comes straight out of the sea. Generally, it’s boiled and baked, then smothered in garlicky olive oil and served with smashed potatoes.
- Sardinhas assadas. While sardines are a year-round staple, there’s no better time to eat them fresh-off-the-grill than during the Feast of St. Anthony in June.
- Açorda. I’ve never found a dish quite like açorda outside of Portugal. This hearty stew is made of bread, seafood, and garlicky herbs with a fresh-cracked egg stirred in tableside.
Sep 18, 2022 · Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato. Being so close to the ocean, the cuisine of Lisbon has decidedly been influenced by the Atlantic. As such, fish and seafood are staples of the local diet. The clam dish amêijoas à Bulhão Pato is considered one of Portugal’s best seafood dishes and one we often cook during our group classes at Cooking Lisbon.
Jul 13, 2023 · Arroz de Marisco. Porco à Alentejana. Bifanas. Leitão. Alheira de Mirandela. Piri-Piri Chicken. Burgers. Maças Assadas. Pastel de Nata. Final Thoughts. Bacalhau à Brás. Cod is undoubtedly the most common protein in all of Portuguese cuisine. In fact, Portugal consumes more cod than any other country.
