Popular Santos: 8 traditional taverns in Lisbon

With the arrival of Santos Populares, in June, the taverns become an obligatory place, not only for their proximity to the arraiais, but also for the celebration of what is most typical in the city. The menu does not lack the traditional ones, the cornbread, the green soup and the grilled sardines, but there are dishes for all tastes.

1.Páteo 13

It is in the heart of Alfama that we find this typically Portuguese restaurant. In the restaurant there is an exclusive terrace service, great for hot summer days and nights, where the house specialties are served, fresh fish, grilled sardines and grilled meat, from which we highlight the kebabs and febras.

Morada: Calçadinha de Santo Estêvão, 13 Lisboa 1100-502
Horário: de terça-feira a domingo das 12h00-14h30 / 19h00-23h00
Contacto: 210503434

2. Zé da Mouraria

Known for the generous portions of roasted cod served on a platter with mashed potatoes and chickpeas, Zé da Mouraria is a restaurant in the typical Mouraria neighborhood. In addition to cod, the menu also includes sea bream and beef loin. In the space, which only opens at lunchtime, there are dozens of references to fado figures displayed on the walls, which make it even more unique.

Morada: Rua Joao do Outeiro 24, Lisboa 1100-292 Portugal
Horário: de segunda a sábado das 12h00 às 16h00
Contacto: +351 21 886 5436

3. Varina da Madragoa

As the name implies, this traditional restaurant is located in Madragoa. The rustic style surrounds the space, which has existed for over 30 years. There is no shortage of fish and meat dishes on the menu, as well as the typical green broth. Exclusively for Santos Populares, the restaurant serves meals on the terrace and adds grilled sardines to the menu.

Morada: Rua das Madres, 34 (Madragoa), Lisboa
Horário: De terça a domingo, das 13h às 15h e das 20h às 23h.
Contacto: 213965533

4. Lautasco

Located in the emblematic neighborhood of Alfama, Lautasco is a typical restaurant with traditional Portuguese dishes. From the menu, which includes grilled sardines, you can also find the traditional roasted cod, seafood rice and grilled beef, among many other fish and meat dishes. The tavern has an outdoor patio, surrounded by a cozy atmosphere.

Morada: Beco do Azinhal , 7 , 7 A, 1100-067 Lisboa, Portugal
Horário: de segunda a sábado das 12:00 – 15:00 / 19:00 – 22:30
Contacto: +351218860173
Email: rest.tautasco@gmail.com

5. A Muralha – Tasca Típica

In this restaurant on the doorstep of Alfama, there is no shortage of typical Portuguese dishes. From starters, which include roasted chorizo ​​and clams à bulhão pato, to traditional dishes, such as roasted sardines with boiled potatoes, cod à lagareiro, mixed grilled meats, among many other options.

Morada: Rua Jardim do Tabaco, 112, Lisboa 1100-288 Portugal
Horário: de domingo a sexta das 12h às 22h30
Contacto: +351 21 886 7089

6. O Pitéu

It is in one of the most typical districts of Lisbon, Graça, that you will find Pitéu, a restaurant that favors traditional Portuguese dishes. On the menu, there are fish dishes, such as octopus à lagareiro and roasted fish, and meat dishes, such as Portuguese stew and oven-roasted pork loin.

Morada: Largo da Graça, 95-96 1170-165 Lisboa
Horário: de segunda a sexta, das 12h00-15h00 / 19h00-22h30. Sábado: 12h00 às
15h00
Contacto: 21 887 1067
Email: opiteu@hotmail.com

7. Tasca do Gordo

Founded in 1982, Tasca do Gordo is a typical Portuguese food restaurant in Pedrouços (between Belém and Algés). In this tavern, there are several specialties, but the dishes that stand out are the folded with white beans and the grilled veal chop, which are served in generous portions.In this tavern, there are several specialties, but the dishes that stand out are the folded with white beans and the grilled veal chop, which are served in generous portions. In addition to the two indoor rooms, the space has an outdoor terrace, which you can enjoy on the hot days ahead.

Morada: Rua dos Cordoeiros a Pedrouços – 33, 1400-038 Lisboa
Horário: de segunda a quinta, das 09h00 às 17h00. Sexta e sábado: 09h00–17h00, 19h30–23h30.
Contacto: 21 301 2184

8. O Tachadas

Located in the Madragoa district, Tachadas is a traditional Portuguese food restaurant, specializing in charcoal grills. It is mainly known for its meat dishes, especially the black pork chops on the barbecue, but there is no shortage of fish dishes, such as grilled sardines with boiled potatoes and pepper salad and grilled sea bream with potatoes and vegetables.

Morada: Rua da Esperança 176, Lisboa 1200-660 Portugal
Horário: de terça a domingo das 12h00 às 00h00
Contacto: 966 139 022