We can’t wait for the opening of Santini ice cream shop in Lisboa. These are the best ice creams in the world, home made in Estoril and Cascais since 1949, and although it’s worth the trip just to taste them the opening in Lisbon will make it easier. Soon we will have more news about this new opening in the Chiado district.
The new coffee shop at Jardim da Estrela is open again and brought a new life to one of the most beautiful gardens in the city. On weekends you can see the playground full of children playing, and families having fun. Enjoy the afternoon relaxing in one of the benches or walking around and stop for a snack on the esplanade if you manage to get a table.
A Brasileira do Chiado is one of those mandatory stops you have to make when you visit Lisbon for the first time. Outside on the terrace you can find the statue of one of the greatest Portuguese poets of all time – Fernando Pessoa. Sitting on a table, as he used to in his time, there isn’t a tourist that doesn’t stop for a picture by his side. That is the modern Brasileira: people running in and out, cameras flashing around, a mix of cultures and languages, but still the enchantment of other times. Many “alfacinhas” run away from A Brasileira but we should never forget that inside there is a piece of our soul.
One of Lisbon's treasures is not a secret among locals or tourists. When we talk about amazing views of Lisbon, we think of this cozy, charming, little bar located on the rooftop of the Bairro Alto Hotel: Terrace. From here we can see the rooftop of the typical portuguese houses, all the way to the river. The sunset from here is incredible and as the night falls you see all the little lights starting to illuminate the city. The famous Garrett sandwich, the petit gateau or one of the cheese tables are excellent options, joined by a glass of wine. For the ones that prefer to appreciate the magnificent view without alchool, there are several types of teas that you can choose from.
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Praça Luis de Camões
This post is in Portuguese because it was a suggestion we received by email. It is about the restaurant À Margem, which is one of the best spots by the river, very near from Padrão dos Descobrimentos.
Aqui está mais uma sugestão junto ao rio, desta vez enviada pela Ana Laurentino, a quem aproveitamos para agradecer o email que enviou com esta fantástica sugestão. O Á Margem é sem dúvida uma das novas esplanadas junto ao rio que vale a pena conhecer.
Recomendo vivamente esta esplanada, melhor para almoço ou lanche.
Serve óptimas saladas e tostas, tem uma variada oferta de sumos naturais assim como de chás.
E a vista é espectacular, num dia de sol sabe muito bem desfrutar da óptima vista e do sol a bater….à noite também tem o seu encanto com a ponte e toda a outra margem do rio iluminada. É relaxante e romântico.
A decoração é minimalista e sóbria, tudo em branco, dá a sensação de que estamos numa esplanada no céu… tomar atenção aos half-trolley’s de avião onde guardam os talheres ao lado das mesas interiores….muito original!
A provar: a sobremesa de tarte de maça com gelado, de comer e chorar por mais…
Aqui fica a minha sugestão.
Ana Laurentino
Located in the new avenues of the city, it’s still a meeting place for many intellectuals of the 50s and 60s aswell as younger generations that are looking for delicious and fresh baked bread, cakes and all kinds of pastry. Some say they have the best croquettes, others say not to miss the Bolo Rei. Maybe the best is to taste them for yourself.
Early in the morning around 7:30/8am when the atmosphere is quieter, is probably the best time to have a delicious breakfast while reading the newspaper.
Opens daily
Av. República 15 A
7:30am to 10pm
In the street of S. Bento, nearby Largo do Rato you can find this enchanting Lisbon secret that counts already more than 30 years old. Passing an almost unnoticed doorway with number 700, you go back on time and you feel like you are sitting at your grandparent’s living room. They serve a variety of homemade cakes and pies, but we would advise you to try the scones; they go perfectly with a tea. This is a memorable teahouse, traditional and intimate.
Vicentinas
Rua de S. Bento, 700
Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 3pm to 7pm
Hannah Whitfield commented on our Facebook page that “the bar on the top floor of Hotel do Chiado has a great view of Lisbon; you don't need to be staying there to go up and enjoy!”. This is actually one of our favorite places in Lisbon. You can enjoy a beautiful view or sit inside if it’s cold and rainy, and you just feel like you are in your living room. It’s a quiet and private bar perfect to have and afternoon tea. Also a good spot for a drink before dinner as it’s just a few minutes walking from the lively Bairro Alto for a bit more of night action.
Open daily from 12:00 to 23:00
Deli Delux
Av. Infante D. Henrique Armazém B, loja 8
21 8862070
Closed on Mondays
Here you have a message we received by email from Josephine from London.
