Cafes & Bars
There's a wide range of bars and pubs in Lisbon, and Bairro Alto is
the recommended scene for some serious bar-hopping. Bars stay open most
of the night so pace yourself to last till the wee hours of the
morning. Whether you're looking for a traditional, down-to-earth tavern
or a sleek bar, chances are you'll find it here. Some of the popular
bars in Lisbon are the Cinco Lounge kown for their cocktails, B'artis
is great for jazz lovers, House of Vodka as the name suggests is for
the vodka lovers and if you're into virgin drinks, Side has a great
atmosphere with a great non- alcoholic range.
While there are a lot of international restaurant chains present in Lisbon,
it's great to explore the local cuisine. The Portugese enjoy seafood and when
in the city, you should give it a try.
Restaurants
Head for the Bairo Alto, this is one of
the city's most lively areas and is crammed with restaurants serving
local and international fare. The most famous local delicacy is bacalhau (cod). It is
said that there are more than 365 ways to cook cod, one for every day
of the year. Make sure you try at least one of them. Generally
speaking, a three-course meal with wine and appetizers costs less than
20 euros. But if you're feeling extravagant, there's a wide range of
expensive and even Michelin star restaurants to splurge on.
Below are some websites to get you sampling the local wine and dine
scene in Lisbon.
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