The best Fusion and international cuisine restaurants Lisbon

Born in Avignon, Philippe Gelfi was inspired by the grapes of his region to name his restaurant. Grenache is part of the beautiful Palácio Belmonte, located in the patio of Dom Fradique near the São Jorge Castle. A culinary journey where French creativity and techniques are perfectly combined with local products. Sublime dishes that brighten up the taste buds with their surprising flavors and textures. Excellent reception and a very nice terrace.

The Geographia restaurant is located at the intersection of Lapa, Janelas Verdes and Santos. It is a new concept of restoration inspired by the era of the great discoveries made by Portugal. From Cape Verde to Mozambique, Brazil, Goa and Macau, all the influences of these distant countries are served at your table, mixed with Portuguese flavours. The restaurant's emblem is the rhinoceros, which symbolizes the crossroads of cultures. It also organizes events such as visits followed by a lunch.

With panoramic views of the Tagus River, Christ the King, the April 25th Bridge, Bairro Alto Hill and the Baixa, this establishment offers surprising, well-presented dishes. The products are of the highest quality and prepared in such a way as to preserve their natural characteristics. Homemade gaspacho with marinated octopus, cod pavé with garlic or roasted leek with shallot vinaigrette are a real treat! The wine list is a credit to the house, with its selection of national wines from outside the mass-market channels.

It's located within The Independente hostel. The decor is bohemian and relaxed, with an industrial touch. The place lends itself well to an early evening, just outside the hustle and bustle of Bairro Alto. On the stove side, Portuguese dishes with a touch of originality, such as cod with honey and almonds or carpaccio, massada, arroz and pica-pau. Quantities are not abundant, but the preparations are of the highest quality, especially the petiscos. Special mention for the pleasant indoor terrace.

Now located in the heart of Chiado, in a building dating back to the 18th century, the 2 Michelin star restaurant run by chef Henrique Sá Pessoa will meet your expectations. The desire is to keep the historical aspect of the building, its large columns and its stone ceiling which harmonize with the classic style of the tables. Here, Portuguese cuisine is revisited with a modern and light touch. For dessert, a cloud of lemon with red fruit and rhubarb and a chocolate and salted butter caramel "bomb".

Next door to Casa dos Bicos, this tavern boasts a wealth of charming little details. All the plates are different colors, for example. The concept of the place? Share dishes that blend Portuguese and Spanish inspiration, like the original and tasty braised tuna and mango salad. The house specialty is in the glasses, with over 60 different kinds of gin. In the evening, dimmed lights and electro music in the background create a warm atmosphere! Perfect for a lively start to the evening.

The concept: " casual food with a twist "! A trendy bar in the fashion created by the same boss as the restaurant «Olivier», a version less expensive and fashion, a lounge and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Located next to the Avenue de la Liberté, it is now part of the trendy places of the Portuguese capital. There are pizzas, hamburgers, salads and pasta. Fast fast-food version will tell us. An industrial decoration design in chestnut tones, the atmosphere is warming during the weekend with DJs until the early morning.

Located in the heart of the Príncipe Real district, this restaurant surprises with its sophisticated decor and plant-based entrance. In charge of the kitchen is the famous Louise Bourrat, winner of Top Chef in 2022. The restaurant is divided into two areas: one overlooking the kitchen, where you can watch the dishes being prepared, and the other forming a small, light-filled interior garden. Starters and dishes made with local produce, with flavors enhanced by Mediterranean or Oriental condiments. Not far away is Sandwich Club by BouBou's, offering street food.

In the magnificent setting of the ^17th-century Convent das Bernadas (also home to the Puppet Museum), this restaurant replaces La Travessa and offers a cuisine combining ingredients from Portuguese terroirs with French cooking techniques. At the helm of this fine establishment: chef Pedro Henrique Lima and chef João de Oliveira, with the support of French chefs Alexis Gielbaum and Maxime Kien. Result: roast lamb fillet with eggplant and date chutney, duck confit with smoked carrot cream, chocolate mousse or crème brûlée.

A small tasca that does not look like much, popular and multicultural, you will discover a patchwork of the cuisine of the former Portuguese colonies. This canteen offers you dishes from Mozambique, Angola and Goa. Good meat dishes, "cabrito with curry or coconut" (cabri), "gambas with curry"... The mango juice is extra and fresh, some vegetarian dishes, and good homemade desserts (the "maracuja" mousse, passion fruit, is excellent). The welcome is always friendly, and the atmosphere very friendly on its small terrace.

A small restaurant just below the Assembly of the Republic. It's not very conspicuous from the street, so keep your eyes peeled as you stroll along. It's when you look down that you notice it, with its often-filled tables. Inside, you'll find wooden tables, a mix of antique furniture and contemporary decor, and on sunny days, a small sunny terrace. It's run by an Italian couple who don't offer pizzas, but dishes straight from the boot, which you can accompany with a good wine.

According to them, it's the best-kept secret in the neighborhood. Here you ring the doorbell to enter. The staff are waiting to offer you discreet, attentive service. You enter a refined, romantic setting for a quiet evening for two or with friends, far from the hustle and bustle of the neighborhood. On the menu are à la carte dishes or a selection of tapas with ultra-careful presentation. All washed down with a good selection of wines. The restaurant boasts a wine list with over 100 references!

No one suspects what is inside this building whose walls are covered with mirrors at the entrance. When you enter, you immediately notice his bar. Particularity of the place: it has kept the concrete arches that date back to the 1950s and blend in perfectly with the decor. The menu is very complete with fish and meat dishes and options for vegetarians. Grilling is one of the specialities. Desserts are not to be outdone and we recommend the caramel cake with its hazelnut ice cream. A delight!

The rua da Silva is a small, hidden street where nature has reclaimed its rights. There are plants on every balcony and in front of every door. On this street you'll find several restaurants and bars, including A Obra. It has a small, beautifully decorated room where wood dominates. Soft lighting creates an intimate atmosphere. The menu changes regularly and offers petiscos and main courses. There's something for every taste, and you'll find it hard to choose. How about zucchini with homemade pesto and parmesan? And don't forget to try the desserts!

It's hard to walk past it without noticing how colorful and warm the decor is, definitely reminiscent of Mexico. However, a closer look reveals that Frida Kahlo is surrounded by Japanese camellias and that there are sake jars on the wall. The restaurant's cuisine is a blend of Mexican and Japanese flavors. Once again, Chef Kiko proves that he knows how to mix flavors.

This restaurant offers a taste of the cuisine of Macau, a former Portuguese colony. Although not widely available here, this cuisine has a lot to offer. Here, you'll discover a fusion of Chinese and Portuguese flavors, while retaining its authenticity. Chef Xico will prepare your dishes: cassava fries, minchi (the restaurant's star dish, a variation on bitoque), eggplant simmered in spicy coconut milk. For dessert, you can tryaluà made with sweet potato, coconut and almonds.