

PORTUGAL - LISBON - BAIRRO DO AVILLEZ
BAIRRO DO AVILLEZ For our third and final lunch on our short trip to Lisbon, we decided to try somewhere a little more modern and trendy, after already eating at two very traditional restaurants. Celebrated Portuguese chef José Avillez opened Bairro do Avillez in August 2016. Situated in Lisbon’s fashionable Chiado district, the restaurant occupies part of the former Convento da Trindade, with architectural features dating back to the 13th century. The impressive interior com


PORTUGAL - LISBON - O CASTIÇO 2 (WAS MOMA GRILL)
MOMA GRILL UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2026 - GOOGLE SAYS MOMA GRILL IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED This long-established Baixa restaurant was still operating in August 2025 but has since closed. The premises at Rua dos Correeiros 22 are now occupied by O CASTIÇO 2. Previous review when it was Moma This charming restaurant was the second traditional place we visited during our short trip to Lisbon. To reach it, you need to navigate past the numerous aggressive street touts who wave menus featuri


PORTUGAL - LISBON - O SOLAR DOS LEITOES
O SOLAR DOS LEITOES This hidden restaurant is situated on the outskirts of Monsanto and offers delicious traditional Portuguese cuisine, including some of the best grilled fish in Lisbon. This family business has been operating for three generations and is situated in a remote, rundown residential area in Buraca. It is not easy to find and is definitely off the tourist track. Even taxis equipped with GPS often have trouble locating it! Don't let this discourage you. You will

