€€€Meats and Grills
Entering a restaurant through a butcher’s shop (“talho” in Portuguese) provides a clue as to the focus here and is a guarantee that the meat quality will be high and that it comes directly from the source! And it is in this modern yet at the same time informal space that chef Kiko offers his unique cuisine to guests through superb dishes prepared in an exceptional way. Meat-lovers can savour irresistible choices such as picanha from Uruguay, Galician 60-day dry aged T-bone, and A5 Kobe flank, considered one of the world’s best cuts of meat. Meat can also be purchased to be cooked at home.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.2/5 · 80 reviews
O Talho is a Lisbon-focused meat and grill restaurant with generally positive feedback. Food quality is highlighted by excellent steaks, lamb chops, and dry-aged cuts, with beef tartare receiving particular acclaim, though some diners found portions merely passable. Service is typically professional and knowledgeable, especially regarding wine, but issues include reservation mishandling, inconsistent pacing, and rare hygiene complaints. The ambiance features beautiful design and a typical steakhouse vibe. Value perceptions vary; while many find the experience worthwhile, others criticize high prices, extra charges for bread and cutlery, and a poor cost-to-quality ratio.
Suitable for diners seeking high-quality meat dishes who can accommodate higher budgets, with advance reservation confirmation advised.
€€€€Creative
An exclusive dining space, occupying a building with a minimalist designer feel in the upper section of the Amália Rodrigues gardens, with stunning views of the Eduardo VII park. Within this context, German chef Joachim Koerper, who has over five decades of experience behind him, conjures up Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with a meticulous and creative touch, based around locally sourced seasonal ingredients. His culinary focus is built around four menus: the “20 years of the Eleven restaurant”, featuring dishes that have marked his career in the different countries he has worked; a seasonal m
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.2/5 · 80 reviews
Eleven in Lisbon offers an elegant atmosphere with privileged views of Eduardo VII Park. Food quality is generally high, featuring creative dishes like Fundão cherry gazpacho and monkfish, praised for their balance and presentation. Service is mostly professional, though some reviews note inconsistency, including unfriendly waiters and poor infrastructure maintenance. Value is highlighted positively for the executive lunch menu, described as offering Michelin-level quality at an affordable price. However, negative experiences include overly salty food and rude staff. While the ambiance and culinary creativity are strong points, service reliability varies. It suits diners seeking scenic views and refined Portuguese cuisine, provided they manage expectations regarding individual service interactions.
Suitable for diners seeking scenic views and creative cuisine who can tolerate variable service.
€€€€Japanese
Just a few metres from Parque Eduardo VII, you’ll find MITSU, an intimate restaurant with only 10 seats at the counter facing the chef and four seats at the small tables around the room. The experience is led by chef Shinya Koike and his right-hand man, Kshetri Raju, and together they offer a one-of-a-kind omakase experience, built around exceptional produce sourced mainly from the waters of Setúbal, Nazareth and the Azores. From the menu, featuring Maki, Futomaki, Sashimi, Nigiri and Onigiri, we’d single out the Ostra com molho ponzu e nabo, oyster with ponzu sauce and turnip, with fresh citr