Michelin-starred omakase, ramen, lively izakayas, dumplings and bao-Asian street food, discover the best Asian restaurants in Lisbon in 2026

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Best Sushi:

We’ve eaten a lot of sushi in Lisbon. These are the places we keep returning to.

Kabuki, Marquês de Pombal

Located inside the Four Seasons Ritz, Kabuki mixes Mediterranean warmth with the precision of Japanese cuisine. Robust flavours run throughout the menu. The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2015 and has retained the star this year.

Must try: The robata cod with miso.

Perfect for: Anyone who wants a Michelin-starred Japanese meal with a Mediterranean twist.

Ryōshi, Cais do Sodré

Ryōshi is where Chef Lucas Azevedo reinterprets tradition with creative dishes and surprising flavour combinations. The menu is refined, built on technique, balance and using high-quality ingredients.

Must try: Grab a seat at the counter, order the steamed beef gyozas, a cocktail and finish with the mio’s pudding.

Perfect for: Intimate dinners and Japanese food lovers.

Hikidashi, Campo de Ourique

Tucked away in the quiet streets of Campo de Ourique, Hikidashi brings a modern approach to Japanese cuisine. With a menu shaped by fire, precision, and seasonal ingredients, it’s a place where tradition meets refined technique and deep, memorable flavour.

Must try: The tempura, and of course the signature spicy hikidashi sushi roll.

Perfect for: Food lovers who enjoy seasonal, fire-led Japanese cooking.

Yakuza by Oliver, Avenidas

Yakuza is a Japanese restaurant in Lisbon, considered one of the city’s best, where chef Olivier da Costa blends East and West in bold, exclusive creations. The menu runs from traditional to futuristic, with rich Asian flavours throughout.

Must try: The various fresh nigiris, the Yakuza tartare and the oysters.

Perfect for: A weekday visit, the set lunch menu is available for €28.

Omakase:

Omakase means “I leave it up to you”: no menu, just full trust in the chef. Here’s our list of some in Lisbon where that trust pays off.

Omakase Ri, Cais de Sodré

Omakase Ri is relaunching this October. The chef delicately prepares a set sequence of dishes built around amazing fresh fish and seasonal ingredients. Make sure to leave room for dessert, as the sweet courses are a real treat.

Must try: Chef’s selection of fish and seafood supplied daily from Portugal and Japan.

Perfect for: A selection of Japanese drinks that completes the experience.

YŌSO, Alcantara

At YŌSO, awarded a Michelin star in 2025, chef Habner Gomes draws on kaiseki traditions to serve thoughtfully paced, seasonal dishes. The menu is built on precision, balance and subtlety, making it one of the most refined Japanese dining experiences in Portugal.

Must try: A journey of layered flavours, crafted with seasonal intent.

Perfect for: A special occasion or a fine dining night out.

Mitsu, Picoas

Mitsu is built around exceptional fish, seasonal ingredients and precise technique, and dinner here is as much about watching the chefs at work as tasting what comes next. Featured in the Michelin Guide, the restaurant reflects the precision, authenticity and respect for Japanese tradition that Chefs Shinyu Koike and Kshetri Raiu bring to the counter every day.

Known for: The 10-seat omakase counter, and its exceptional dishes made with precise technique.

Perfect for: A special dinner, a celebration or anyone who loves watching the chef at work.

Best Ramen:

We couldn’t skip the ramen, these are the spots we love most in Lisbon.

Magokoro, Amoreiras

Magokoro Ramen serves handmade ramen alongside Japanese-style petiscos, sake and highballs. The relaxed, casual setting makes it a good pick for a bowl of noodles. You can also find them in Santa Apolonia.

Known for: The delicious Miso Tonkotsu also available in a veggie option!

Perfect for: Small plates and drinks to share with friends.

Panda Cantina, Príncipe Real

Panda Cantina serves affordable, flavour-packed ramen in a casual, almost underground setting that feels straight out of an Asian backstreet. Be careful with the spice levels in the soups, as some bowls can get very spicy. Find different Panda Cantina locations across Lisbon.

Known for: The panko-fried tofu on the side.

Perfect for: A warm, rich and comforting lunch or dinner.

Best Japanese

Looking for more Japanese food? Here are a few more of our favorites for the classics: gyozas, sashimi and beyond.

Katsu Asian Bistro, Cais do Sodré

Katsu is a casual bistro serving Asian comfort classics with a contemporary twist. The food is approachable and satisfying, and it’s popular for a reason. It’s known for its diverse menu, natural wine, and the refined, minimal setting makes it a great pick for relaxed dining.

Must try: The katsu sando to start and the matcha tiramisu to end, light on sugar and just right after a comforting meal.

Perfect for: A casual lunch or a cosy place to gather with friends and order a bit of everything.

Kureji, Cais do Sodré

Kureji Izakaya, blends experimental Japanese food alongside creative drinks and good music. There is a load to order, from gyozas, sashimis to wakame salads, plus a great sake selection to go with them. It’s the kind of place where you order a few plates, share them around and stay a little longer.

Must try: The yakitori skewers with some extra tuna tacos.

Perfect for: Working your way through the menu, with a DJ set in the background.

Best Asian/Fusion:

Asian flavours, and a few surprises. Here’s our list of fusion spots in the city.

JNCQuoi Asia, Avenida

Inspired by the Portuguese navigators’ sea routes to Asia, JNcQUOI Asia explores cultural fusion through food, space and atmosphere in one of Lisbon’s most cosmopolitan settings. Expect Indian, Thai, Chinese and Japanese cuisines under one roof, plus a terrace designed to evoke the vibe of Tokyo, Bangkok and Hong Kong.

Known for: The chef selection on the menu.

Perfect for: An Asian dining with a luxurious edge.

After Dark, Príncipe Real

After Dark delivers an intimate izakaya-style experience in Príncipe Real, inspired by Japanese taverns. The menu leans into Asian fusion with precision and creativity, and the atmosphere is distinctly moody, with low lighting and bold flavours that are refined in their execution.

Known for: Its curated selection of sake, soju and natural wine.

Perfect for: An immersive late-night dining.

Miss Jappa, Príncipe Real

Miss Jappa brings a slice of Tokyo to Lisbon, blending authentic Japanese flavours with a modern twist, where tradition is honoured and contemporary energy sets the tone. The night only ends when the bar closes, so explore the remarkable cocktail list, and best of luck to whoever gets the chilli pepper gunkan.

Must try: Any sushi roll, from the sushi bar to pair with the Mr Murray yuzu cocktail.

Perfect for: Sharing Japanese classics over a few cocktails.

Bao buns, and more

Craving something fluffy, steamy and made for sharing? Here are some spots for bao buns, dumplings and more Asian comfort food.

Madam Bo, Príncipe Real

Listen up, dumpling lovers: Madam Bo is a must-visit for anyone craving handcrafted bites in a lively, design-forward setting, with locations in Príncipe Real and São Bento. Don’t leave without trying the Nutella bao.

Known for: Hand-made dumplings, wontons and generous sharing plates, with options for both vegetarian and meat lovers.

Perfect for: Cool interiors, great music and a buzzing atmosphere.

Boa Bao, Chiado

Boa Bao is both a visual and culinary journey across Asia, in the heart of Chiado, Lisbon. Striking interiors set the scene for a menu rooted in street-food traditions from Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and beyond, and sharing sits at the heart of the experience.

Known for: Its pan-Asian street food, beautifully designed interiors and Asian beer selection

Perfect for: For long dinners that feel like a mini escape.