Fun and entertainment Lisbon

Located on the corner of a street with bay windows that give you a view of the lively neighborhood, this bar welcomes you in a slightly rustic, retro yet elegant atmosphere. The manager, Ugne Kris, comes to us straight from the Sem restaurant and wanted to do more than just another wine bar. As a result, the tapas menu has been carefully thought out, using fresh, local ingredients for the most part. The wine selection changes regularly, so there's no wine list, just shelves with bottles and prices underneath.

Mirari was launched in 2023 and has proved a great success. It is located near LX Factory and offers various types of cultural and artistic events. Set in a disused and somewhat ruined factory, the space is open-air and divided into different zones. So it's in a post-industrial atmosphere that you can enjoy all the events organized, including the famous "Saturday afternoon matinees". The bar is complemented by street food stalls, some of which are run by Lisbon-based restaurants.

When the five bartenders decided to open their Brooklyn-inspired bar, the concept was unknown in Lisbon. Today, buoyed by their success, they've even opened a second location. Of course, the mix of cocktails and oysters can be surprising. That said, it seems to work very well with their signature cocktails, named after typographies such as Futura, Avenir or Didot. Their oysters are high quality and come from a supplier near Setùbal.

A little gem located in a less touristy area, not far from Alcântara Terra station. They claim to be the biggest rooftop in Lisbon. Unfortunately, we weren't able to verify this by comparing it to all the others. In any case, you can enjoy a brunch, a drink or even a dance, as the place transforms into a club at weekends. There's even a store with a fine selection of brands (although we regret that it's not all Portuguese designers). On their website, you can find out about all the other activities they offer.

Beer lovers will be delighted by the existence of this bar, located on the border of Baixa and Alfama. You'll find no less than 15 beers on draught, as well as a choice of 300 bottled and canned beers, both locally made and not. The venue regularly invites chefs to come and cook at weekends, so it can offer a variety of dishes on its menu. They also organize tasting sessions. To find out all about their events, just check out their Facebook page.

Created by the same people as Vino Vero, located a few numbers down, this wine bar has become a must on Graça hill. As soon as it opens, you sit down at the counter and order food and drink. Bacaro is the Venetians' name for osterias, so you'll find some excellent Italian cured meats to accompany your glasses of wine. There's also an emphasis on finger food , with pinsas and focaccias. As for the wines, they are all natural and come from various Mediterranean countries.

It's thanks to Cupid, featured on the illuminated sign at the bar's entrance, that we know it's there. We enter and discover a small room with subdued lighting and a bar with a beautiful terrazzo counter. Dare we say it's all done with love? You might think so as you sample the delicious foccacias and signature cocktails. The bar's decor is inspired by Milan's bars of the 1980s. You may be lucky enough to find the Mille made with Campari, clementine juice and Cape Verde brandy on the menu.

This is the address for aficionados of natural wines, a trend that is really starting to take off in Lisbon. Santos is one of the neighborhoods favored by this type of establishment. Here, you can feel the "Gallic" touch, with rillettes on the tapas menu. To compete, you'll also find oysters straight from Setùbal. You can sit back and relax on the terrace, which boasts seating reminiscent of the Jardin du Luxembourg. Rest assured, the wines are Portuguese!

Uni offers a unique mixology experience. Its name reflects the desire of its owner, Constança Cordeiro, to extract the aromas from each ingredient and combine them to create a new, one-of-a-kind flavor. Also behind the Toca da Raposa bar in Chiado, she explains that from her experience there she learned to extract 80 ingredients, which can be found on the menu. Uni's decor is equally surprising: white, minimalist, so as not to interfere with cocktail enjoyment...

The Ler Devagar bookshop has been delighting tourists for years at LX Factory, and now we'll be able to find it again in the heart of Lisbon with the Casa do Comum cultural space. The booksellers have chosen to set up shop in Bairro Alto, on the same street as the theater. This was an old dream of the owner, José Pinho, who died in May 2023. The space comprises a bookshop, library, concert hall and projection room. Of course, there's also a bar area. All events are announced on social networks.

AMO stands for the initials of the brewery's creator: Margaret Orlowski. She arrived from Canada, where she had learned the brewing trade. After making microlots for friends for a few years, she decided to launch herself for good in 2016. It's one of the first craft beers in Lisbon, back when nobody was really interested in it here. Today, AMO beers can be found just about everywhere, but in the brewery, you'll have access to more choice and be able to chat with the people who work there.

If you'd like to discover Fado in a way other than at a dinner party, here's something that might interest you. The venue is right in the center, in the Baixa district. The show begins with an introduction to the history of Fado, with a short projection and, of course, Amalia Rodrigues. Then two different singers take to the stage. You can then let yourself be transported to the Lisbon of another era. A nice little extra: a glass of port served at the beginning to get you in the mood.

A French couple who have lived in Lisbon for several years decided to open this wine bar. Their aim is to select top-quality Portuguese wines from all regions, which are not necessarily well known, and to help you make some wonderful discoveries. In a beautiful room with a vaulted ceiling, you can taste the wines by the glass or by the bottle, and accompany them with tapas or charcuterie. Their must: roast Camembert. If you need any advice, the couple will be delighted to help.

A very ambitious concept has taken shape within the Le Consulat hotel. Rove is a bar, restaurant, brunch spot, surf store and art gallery all rolled into one. Comfortably seated on the second floor of the building, with a bird's-eye view of Camões Square, you can enjoy the panoramic view. The bar specializes in cocktails, but also offers craft beers and wines from local vineyards. The atmosphere is similar to that of speakeasy bars, so it's very cozy and underground.

If you're looking for a place to take a break after your visit to Corté Inglès, head to Solo Brewing for a good cup of coffee. You can treat yourself to a Belgian-style waffle, either savory or sweet, something you can't really find in Lisbon. Otherwise, there are more classic options like bagels or tostas. The coffee menu is ultra-complete, with several original options that change regularly. The decor is refined and elegant, with terracotta-colored walls throughout.

Located right in the heart of Baixa, it's a great option for brunching with its ultra-appetizing pancakes. This coffee shop also works with good products, since it uses specialty coffee, i.e. artisanal coffee. For those who prefer other beverages, there's plenty to choose from: quality tea, natural wines, signature mocktails and the classic matcha latte or hot chocolate. Their success has led them to open in other districts such as Alfama.

This space, in the heart of the Alfama district, offers a brunch of traditional Portuguese products until 3pm, hence the name mata-bicho (a popular word for Portuguese brunch). In the dining room or on the terrace, in an inner courtyard secluded from the hustle and bustle of the street, you can take a break and then continue your tour of the city. You can choose between a classic breakfast or one that's more hearty and typical: tosta mista, beefsteak in a bolo do Caco sandwich (Madeira Island bread) or French fries, a plate with products from the Alentejo region, salad, sweets...

You will probably be intrigued by the bistro chairs and tables on the terrace. Would you have come back to France during the night? But no, you are still in Lisbon and this café does not offer much French food except maybe croissants. One of the specialities is the empanadas cooked in a wood oven, delicious with a cocktail of your choice. During the day you also have several options for brunch like bowls or the very good banana bread. At night, the atmosphere is festive and the bar is often full.