Lisbon Guide: Bars
Our favourite bars
in Lisbon to discover
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If there is one thing you can count on in Lisbon is that there will be a bar on every corner with great drinks matched with tasty appetizers. However, we also know the overwhelming struggle of choosing which bar to go to…
That’s why we took it upon ourselves to give you some choices that we think you’ll enjoy! Here is a list of bars in Lisbon that we have come to love.
VAGO Lisboa, Santos
It’s a place that not many know of because truth be told, it’s a hidden gem found mostly through word of mouth or for those who are constantly following the latest places for great electronic music but we had to share this secret bar with you!
Step through the velvet curtains to find a beautiful underground industrial-style space and take in the music played by a large variety of incredible DJs!
It may be difficult to find a spot but it’ll be worth going early to try their selection of cocktails & snacks to get ready for a great night.
Nexo ½ bar, Campo de Ourique
What’s hidden behind the yellow door? It’s a small cocktail bar called Nexo 1/2 bar where you can bring your friends and better yet your pets!
You’ve go two dozen cocktails and mocktails options where everything is made from scratch adding new ingredients following the seasons, keeping the drinks fresh and seasonal.
We love what they have done to the place!
La Fugitiva Taco Bar, Cais do Sodré
It’s a 100% authentic Mexican experience from the food to the drinks! Found in the heart of the city of Lisbon, you can expect lively music within a beautifully painted interior representing the Mexican culture.
You can choose between indoor & outdoor seating and enjoy their delicious tacos and margaritas as well as other tasty cocktails all night long!
Red Frog, Avenida
Found in the top 50 best restaurants in the world, the Red Frog is an intimate and stylish spot to enjoy out-of-the-box drinks and live music. At the Red Frog you can expect a night you won’t forget.
Reminiscent of a New York Prohibition-era speakeasy, where you can disappear from the world for the night, you can enjoy their selection of music from Swing to Jazz and Funk.
It’s an atmosphere that’ll have you wanting to come back!
Monkey Mash, Praça da Alegria
If you are looking for cocktails and a vibrant energetic atmosphere then Monkey Mash is the place to check out! They specialise in sugar cane and agave spirits, making forward-thinking innovative cocktails that will have you wanting to try the entire menu!
found in the top 10 best new bars with a focus on sustainability and anti-waste with a colourful interior with a vibrant mural by noted urban artist AKA Corleone.
The Craft Corner, Campo de Ourique
Where are our beer lovers because The Craft Corner is the perfect spot for you! Enjoy a cold beer inside the intimate tasting room or outside the store.
They offer a beer shop & tasting room with more than 130 references from 9 different countries. Where they are focused on independent and artisan brands that produce in a traditional way and on a smaller scale so you can expect a one-of-a-kind experience.
Slang, Marquês de Pombal
Discover a new bar in town called Slang! They are all about bringing urban to the table, it’s a restaurant/bar with it’s own language! It’s truly a place that is creating a new take on food and drinks.
Try their Large cocktail selection with a happy hour that starts at 5 pm (as well as a new wine list).
Expect a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by a mural from Brazilian artists Gustavo and Otávo that captivates the whole space;
O pif, Anjos
Adélade Biret has designed a tiny Portuguese wine bar with a spectacular charm. When you go in, you'll be greeted by pink hues and a calm, quiet ambiance.
You can find a wine bar from only small Portuguese producers to fill your glass or to take the bottle home as well as a specialist in the house to help you if you are not sure what wine to get!
If you want to know more about Lisbon, don't forget to check our Lisbon Guide: Rooftops & restaurant