Breakfast
A Padaria Portuguesa
Why I Love It: Despite being a chain, it's wonderful seeing the local people come here in the morning to get a snack and a coffee before going to work.
What I Order: Coconut Brioche + Capuccino
Early morning (7-9am) for the freshest pastries
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Portela Cafe
Why I Love It: Portela Cafe is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. They make their own coffee and have coffee from around the world (+meals/snacks).
What I Order: Torricado Avocado/Egg + Capuccino
Weekday mornings are less crowded
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Hygge Kaffe
Why I Love It: This brunch spot is frequented mostly by tourists, but even as someone living here, I love coming because the food is great.
What I Order: Eggs + Capuccino
Avoid weekend mornings - very busy with tourists
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Garden Balthazar Cafe
Why I Love It: It's a lovely place to eat, and they're dog friendly!
What I Order: Pancakes + Cappucino
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Ha Noi Xua
Why I Love It: It's the best Vietnamese restaurant in Lisbon, and I come here every two weeks!
What I Order: Pho Nam Chay + Bubble Tea
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The Green Affair
Why I Love It: This is a great vegan spot for a healthy lunch, and I love the atmosphere here.
What I Order: Seitan Barbecue Ribs + Orange Juice
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Shakar Coffee
Why I Love It: THey have wonderful coffee from around the world, and really good snacks!
What I Order: Cappucino
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Simpli Coffee Braamcamp
Why I Love It: Their cappucino is incredible, and they have a great selection of snacks!
What I Order: Capuccino
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LOCAL Avenida
Why I Love It: This is a great spot for a healthy dinner, and I love the atmosphere here.
What I Order: Butternut Squash Lasagna
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All About Noodles
Why I Love It: I love the authentic Chinese Muslim food, the pulled noodles are to die for!
What I Order: Spicy Veggie Noodles + Coconut Milk
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Honest Greens
Why I Love It: I have no words for how delicious the food is here.
What I Order: My favorite thing here…
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Basement Bistro
Why I Love It: This place is a special hole in the wall that serves delicious ramen.
What I Order: Veggie Ramen
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Street Chow
Why I Love It: It's not Ha Noi Xua, but it's still pretty damn good.
What I Order: Bun Bo Mushroom
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Green Burger
Why I Love It: I'm not a burger person, but holy hell these are delicious.
What I Order: Vegan Burger combo
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Chez Croissant
Why I Love It: You can't go wrong with sugar!
What I Order: Chocolate croissant
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Amorino
Why I Love It: Flowers made of the ice cream scoops!
What I Order: Everything!
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Popbar
Why I Love It: Gelato on a stick, what?!
What I Order: Chocolate with peanuts
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