The latest from the man who is probably Portugal’s most famous chef, José Avillez (of two-Michelin-starred Belcanto), Bairro de Avillez does it all. Upon entry, guests are greeted by a traditional Portuguese taberna, where cheese, charcuterie, and Avillez’s take on traditional petiscos (finger foods) fuel a festive atmosphere. Further inside, you’ll find Páteo, a seafood-focused food court for classic Portuguese dishes, and Beco, a hidden restaurant that offers a gourmet menu alongside sexy cabaret shows. Plan to spend the night here.
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Bairro de Avillez
The latest from the man who is probably Portugal’s most famous chef, José Avillez (of two-Michelin-starred Belcanto), Bairro de Avillez does it all. Upon entry, guests are greeted by a traditional Portuguese taberna, where cheese, charcuterie, and Avillez’s take on traditional petiscos (finger foods) fuel a festive atmosphere. Further inside, you’ll find Páteo, a seafood-focused food court for classic Portuguese dishes, and Beco, a hidden restaurant that offers a gourmet menu alongside sexy cabaret shows. Plan to spend the night here.
Barrio Do Avillez
Our Uber driver one evening told recommended a few places to us, but mentioned that before leaving Lisbon we must try one of José Avillez’s restaurants. We didn’t make a reservation and had an hour long wait at Taberna but decided to wait for our table—it was most certainly worth the wait. The casual laid-back atmosphere was bustling on a Thursday night. Our server offered excellent service and recommendations—highly suggest trying the “ALFACINHA” with crispy cod, beef croquettas and the cheese and charcuterie board
