The Best Italian Restaurants in Lisbon: Places Worth Booking in 2026
Authentic Neapolitan pizza, handmade pasta, neighbourhood trattorias and fine dining, discover the best Italian restaurants in Lisbon
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Lisbon is home to some of Portugal's best Italian restaurants. Whether you're craving authentic Roman recipes, naturally leavened pizza, fresh seafood, or handmade ravioli, the city offers Italian dining for every occasion.
After visiting restaurants across Lisbon, these are the Italian tables we return to time and time again.
Libertà Kitchen, Avenida da Liberdade
One of the best Italian restaurants in Lisbon, Libertà Kitchen brings contemporary Italian cuisine to Avenida da Liberdade. Handmade pasta, seasonal seafood and premium Portuguese ingredients define a menu that feels refined without ever feeling formal.
Must-try: Casoncelli, charcoal-grilled daily catch and the signature pastries from La Pasticceria.
Perfect for: Business lunches, special occasions and elegant dinners in central Lisbon.
Pizzeria Zero Zero, Príncipe Real, Belém, Parque das Nações & Av. 24 de Julho
Four locations across Lisbon, one consistent standard. Zero Zero sources ingredients directly from Italian producers. DOP and IGP certified cheeses, cured meats and slow-fermented dough — across a menu of wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta and creamy risotto.
Known for: Authentic Italian pizza, pasta and DOP certified ingredients across three Lisbon locations
Perfect for: Family dinners, long lunches and relaxed evenings in the city
Osteria Cucina di Amici, Santos
Hidden in Madragoa, Osteria Cucina di Amici is one of Lisbon's most authentic Italian restaurants. Homemade pasta, regional Italian recipes and generous sharing plates have earned the restaurant a loyal local following since 2012.
Must-try: Polpette di melanzane, beetroot pasta, ravioli con crema di mascarpone e tartufo.
Perfect for: Authentic Italian dining and cosy dinners with friends.
Leonetta, Bairro Alto
With stylish interiors and elevated comfort food, Leonetta has become one of the most fashionable Italian restaurants in Bairro Alto. Expect creamy gnocchi, classic cocktails and indulgent desserts in a lively setting.
Must-try: Sweet potato gnocchi, Negronis and chocolate tiramisù.
Perfect for: Date nights, birthdays and stylish dinners.
Come Prima, Lapa
A Lisbon institution since 1999, Come Prima specialises in homemade organic pasta, wood-fired pizza and exceptional truffle dishes. Chef Tanka Sapkota has built one of the city's most respected Italian kitchens.
Known for: Truffle pasta, wood-fired pizza and seasonal Italian classics.
Perfect for: Celebrations and serious Italian food lovers.
La Trattoria, Marques de Pombal
One of Lisbon's longest-running Italian restaurants, La Trattoria serves authentic Roman cuisine in a relaxed setting close to Marquês de Pombal. Famous for its Gran Carbonara and classic Italian recipes, it also features dedicated spaces for private celebrations, group dinners and corporate events, making it a favourite for both everyday dining and special occasions.
Known for: Gran Carbonara, Roman classics, gluten-free options and private events.
Perfect for: Family meals, group celebrations and corporate gatherings.
Malice, Príncipe Real
Located in Príncipe Real, Malice is one of Lisbon's most talked-about modern pizzerias, pairing wood-fired pizza, seasonal ingredients and natural wine in a relaxed contemporary setting. With inventive toppings, quality produce and a vibrant atmosphere, it's become a favourite for both locals and visitors looking for excellent pizza beyond the classics.
Known for: Wood-fired pizza, seasonal toppings and natural wine.
Perfect for: Date nights, sharing with friends and relaxed evenings in Príncipe Real.
Memoria, Campo de Ourique
Neighbourhood favourite Memoria combines fresh seasonal ingredients with homemade pasta and wood-fired pizza. Many herbs and vegetables come directly from the restaurant's own garden, adding freshness to every dish.
Known for: Truffle spaghetti, burrata and wood-fired pizza.
Perfect for: Relaxed lunches and neighbourhood dining.
Valdo Gatti, Bairro Alto
Artisanal pizza in Lisbon with a serious fermentation game. Organic ingredients, wood-fired crusts and a vegetarian-friendly menu. Book online before 7pm — walk-ins only after that. The Fiorentina pizza is the one to order.
Known for: Naturally leavened pizza and organic ingredients.
Perfect for: Pizza lovers and casual dinners.
Lupita Pizzaria, Cais do Sodré & Alvalade
Lupita focuses on naturally leavened dough, carefully sourced ingredients and one of Lisbon's best natural wine selections. The result is some of the city's lightest, most flavourful Neapolitan pizza.
Known for: Mushroom pizza, natural wine and slow-fermented dough.
Perfect for: Pizza nights and relaxed dinners with friends.
Rocco, Chiado
Located inside one of Lisbon's most beautiful historic buildings, Rocco delivers refined Italian dining with five-star service. Handmade pasta, premium seafood and elegant interiors make it one of Chiado's standout restaurants.
Known for: Lobster linguine, Bucatini allo Scarpariello and house-made desserts.
Perfect for: Romantic dinners and luxury dining.
La Matta, Graça & Cais do Sodré
Known for its Neapolitan-style pizza and relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere, La Matta has become one of Lisbon's favourite Italian pizzerias, with locations in Graça and Cais do Sodré. Expect naturally fermented dough, homemade pasta and carefully sourced Italian ingredients, served in a lively setting that keeps both locals and visitors coming back.
Known for: Neapolitan pizza, homemade lasagna and fresh pasta.
Perfect for: Casual dinners, pizza nights and dining after visiting Graça's viewpoints.
Corleone, Cascais
Just outside Lisbon, Corleone combines handmade pasta, fresh seafood and slow-cooked Italian classics with spectacular Atlantic Ocean views. It's one of the best destinations for a long Italian lunch near Lisbon.
Known for: Handmade pasta, seafood and ocean views.
Perfect for: Weekend lunches and romantic sunset dinners.
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If you want to know more about Lisbon, don't forget to check our Best Middle Eastern Restaurants Guide and the Asian Restaurants Guide.
