Talented Lisbon-based José Avillez has emerged as the most influential chef in Portugal. He won a second Michelin star this year at his restaurant Belcanto (making reservations here essential). His menu evolves constantly, but runs to dishes such as grilled red shrimp with chestnut, fennel and cardamom purée; and roasted suckling pig with fried potato and orange.
Largo de São Carlos 10. Tel. (351) 213-420-607.
Avillez has also recently taken over the charming Café Lisboa at the Teatro Nacional de São Carlos, which now has a wonderful all-day menu of small-plate dishes such as cod nuggets with garlic-chive mayonnaise, smoked salmon salad, and excellent hamburgers.
Largo de São Carlos 23. Tel. (351) 211-914-498.
Located downtown, this stylish contemporary take on a traditional Portuguese tavern is a great spot for lunch. An interesting menu of soups, salads, cod and other fish is complimented by petiscos, or Portuguese-style tapas. A good selection of wines is available by the glass.
Rua dos Fanqueiros 161-163. Tel. (351) 218-870-290.
A version of this article appeared in the print edition of the February 2015 Hideaway Report under the title "Lisbon Dining Options."
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