What you can expect

Fall in love with the flavorful Portuguese cuisine on this delicious food tour in Lisbon! Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host, just for you. From yummy must-tries like the classic Bifana, a traditional sandwich made with thin marinated pork cutlets, to unique dishes like sardines, a treat that changes on the way that it’s served depending on the season; you’re in for a treat, so bring your appetite.

This culinary tour in Lisbon is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory, sweet as well as drinks, you’ll also discover the city and its highlights. Wander around the vibrant Bairro Alto, and see and taste for yourself, why this area means so much for the locals. Go to Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, a garden with a panoramic view of central Lisbon. Check out Largo do Chiado, a square where you can see local life pass by, and admire the imposing Se Cathedral, Lisbon’s most important and iconic religious building. And the cherry on top, do like the locals do and go to Alfama for the best Ginjinha, a sweet liquor that gets you in the mood with a Portuguese vibe. What can be better than that?

Want to know what this food tour has in store for you? Your local foodie has you covered! And because sharing is caring, you and your group will get to try bites of famous dishes like Grelos Salteados, Portuguese turnips cooked with oil and garlic, paired with a refreshing Imperial beer. Munch into the always delicious, Pasteis de Nata, a Portuguese custard tart that dates back to many years ago, and try Chouriço, similar to Spanish chorizo but a bit smokier. And that’s just the beginning; there’s more food to come! Enjoy an authentic Pasteis de Bacalhau, a codfish cake beloved by the locals, paired with a glass of red wine, and get a taste of a mix of cheeses to discover the flavors of Portugal in this worldwide known product.

Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know! The foodie locals are ready to take you on the best food tour in Lisbon. All you have to do is check out their profiles and pick your favorite local for a delicious culinary experience. This Lisbon food tour can be 100% personalized to match your diet and allergies.

Note: An optional bottle of water will be provided during your food tour, however, if you have your own reusable water bottle please use it instead to reduce single-use plastic waste.


This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you’ll get up to with your local host.

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- Meeting point – Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara – Lisbon
- IMPORTANT NOTE – This tour is not available on Sundays
- What a View! – Meet your host at Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara and kickstart your tour in the best way possible, with an incredible view of central Lisbon and St. George’s Castle
- Eat Your Veggies – Start your tastings with a classic Portuguese dish, Grelos Salteados, a local type of green turnip cooked with oil and garlic
- Raise your Glass – Pair your Grelos Salteados with a glass of Imperial, a Portuguese draught beer that will help quench your thirst
- Bifana & Wine – Check out one of the most photographed streets of Lisbon and try the very traditional Portuguese sandwich paired with a glass of wine
- Largo do Chiado – Explore a square with many treasures to be discovered like the oldest cafe in Lisbon, Teatro Nacional de São Carlos, Igreja da Misericórdia, and more! - Favorite Pastry – No food tour in Lisbon is complete without a taste of the beloved Pasteis de Nata, a Portuguese custard tart with an interesting history
- Portuguese “Chouriço” – This is not like the Spanish chorizo! Try a bite of the smoky chouriço and discover the many ways this local product can be eaten
- Pasteis de Bacalhau – Get a taste of the traditional codfish cake that all the locals rave about! The first registered recipe was in 1904 and since then it has been a staple in the Portuguese cuisine
- Imposing Cathedral – Take a look at Lisbon’s most important and iconic religious building since the 12th century
- Portuguese Cheese – Enjoy a tasting of different local goat and cow cheeses to discover the variety and flavors of this globally known product and how different it is in Portugal - Authentic Sardines – Grab a bite of the classic fish that’s comes from a humble upbringing and that can be eaten either marinated for winter season or on bread during the summer
- Sweet Goodbye – Drink one of the ginjinha in the city straight from the owner’s own production. This sweet liquor is the best way to end your food tour in Lisbon!

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