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The Best Serviced Apartments in Lisbon for Luxury Long-Term Stays

Ann Abel — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:45:57 +0000

Apartment hotels are flourishing in Lisbon like never before. The genre—serviced apartments with hotel-style services like front desks, concierges, and housekeeping—has been around for ages, but they make a special kind of sense for modern travelers. That’s especially true for families, grown-up digital nomads (35+), pre-relocation visitors, and remote-working professionals. And for research-minded “test the neighborhood” buyers on their moving-to-Portugal scouting trips, they’re a particularly obvious choice. (Photo at top: The Verse ©Francisco Nogueiro) Apartment hotels neatly split the difference […]

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Broto by Pedro Pena Bastos: A Refined Approach to Portuguese Simplicity

Ann Abel — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:05:20 +0000

In Portuguese, the word broto can be a noun to describe the act of sprouting or a verb that means to emerge—to burst forth—from the ground. When chef Pedro Pena Bastos chose Broto as the name for his new restaurant, he was sending a message: His food would be simple and elemental, something that bursts forth from the terrain of Portugal’s collective food memories. The new restaurant, which occupies a prime spot in Chiado’s foodie square, Largo Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, […]

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Best Rooftop Bars and Lounges in Lisbon

Greg Boegner — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:21:52 +0000

Some people say the best way to see the beauty of Lisbon is by riding Tram 28. Others suggest hiring a tuk-tuk and exploring the small streets of the old city. We’ve got a better and more relaxing idea. Let’s marvel at the spectacular views of the city while sipping a cool beverage across rooftop bars in Lisbon. With that, here is our list of Best Rooftop Bars and Lounges in Lisbon. BEST ROOFTOP BARS LISBON Park Bar Scene: Casual […]

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The George Pub – Lisbon’s First Traditional British Pub

Greg Boegner — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:02:00 +0000

The British and Portuguese have maintained, what many believe to be, the oldest friendship in history. Officially, it is called the Anglo-Portuguese Alliance, and it has been in effect since both countries signed the Treaty of Windsor in 1386. Since then, Brits have come to Portugal to enjoy the sun, wine and chicken peri-peri…and the Portuguese welcome them with open arms. A new bar/restaurant in Lisbon celebrates traditional British culture in a way that even Winston Churchill would enjoy. It’s […]

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Vibe by Chef Mattia Stanchieri, Lisbon – Globally Inspired, Locally Sourced Fine Dining

Greg Boegner — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:59:44 +0000

In the heart of Lisbon’s trendy Chiado district, Vibe by Chef Mattia Stanchieri is a must-visit for culinary adventurers. This new hotspot offers a dining experience that’s both global in inspiration and deeply rooted in Portugal’s rich, local produce. Chef Stanchieri, known for his impressive journey through Michelin-starred kitchens, invites diners on a journey that reflects his international experiences and personal roots. At Vibe, every season introduces a menu inspired by a different world cuisine, allowing guests to explore the […]

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Ponja Nikkei Chiado – Peruvian Japanese Haute Cuisine Debuts in Lisbon

PC Staff — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:17:00 +0000

The art of Peruvian Japanese cuisine debuts in comes to Lisbon. Ponja Nikkei, the haute cuisine restaurant in the heart of Chiado is an off-shoot of the popular dining spot of the same name in Madrid. Ponja Nikkei takes inspiration from the fusion of Peruvian and Japanese culinary traditions, resulting in an explosion of flavors that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The Nikkei concept is deeply rooted in Peruvian history, dating back to the late 19th century when […]

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Sea Me Next Door, Fresh Seafood Counter in Lisbon

Ann Abel — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 09:52:29 +0000

Way back in 2010, the original Sea Me was pioneering for its approach to serving super-fresh seafood (often raw) in an upscale setting, and even more so for its New York-style seating at the counter, in front of the chefs finishing the dishes. It’s still alive and well, on one of the busiest streets in the Chiado neighborhood of Lisbon, as is a spin-off in the Time Out Market. And in late 2022, Sea Me Next Door, a newer, more […]

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Gunpowder Lisbon – Indian Fine Dining in Chiado

Ann Abel — Sun, 14 May 2023 11:49:20 +0000

Thanks to Portugal’s connections with Goa and its South Asian immigrant community, Lisbon has its share of good Indian food. What it didn’t have was a high-end Indian restaurant—a place with artful presentation, a good wine list, and other trappings of fine dining. That changed with the arrival of Gunpowder Lisbon in late 2022. The brand was founded in London in 2015 by Kolkata-born chef Harneet Baweja, and within two years received a Michelin Bib Gourmand. After two more successful […]

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