The Lisbon Insiders Awards Are Back – And This Year, YOU Decide!
Hey Foodies,
Get ready to celebrate the heartbeat of Lisbon’s culinary scene. Now in its fourth edition, the Lisbon Insiders Awards Ceremony continues to shine a spotlight on the city’s amazing restaurants, visionary chefs, and hospitality star.
And for the very first time, we’re inviting you to be part of it!
This year, it’s your turn to have a say. Discover the nominees, explore the Restaurant Week participants, and cast your vote to help crown Lisbon’s culinary champions. Plus, you now have the chance to attend the Awards Ceremony and experience the excitement firsthand.
Let’s celebrate the people and places that make Lisbon one of the most vibrant food destinations.
Awards Nominees Map
To make things easier for you we’ve created the Lisbon Insiders Awards Nominees Map. Explore the 55 Nominees across Lisbon and the 5 Nominees in the Lisbon Outsiders category!
Easily find locations, browse special menus and dishes crafted for the occasion, and plan your dining experience across the city.
Bon appétit!
Voting Rules
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The voting period runs from February 24th to March 10th, 2025 at 23:59pm. Votes submitted after this date will not be counted.
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Voting is open to the public, with one vote per category per person.
Duplicate votes from the same person or email will be excluded.
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Winners are determined through a combination of public votes and industry professionals, ensuring both community voice and expert validation. (50-50%)
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Winners will be announced during the Lisbon Insiders Awards Ceremony on Monday March 31st
Mark your Calendar
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February 24 - March 10th, 2025
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Deadline for votes: Submissions close on March 10th, 2025 at 23:59pm.
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Monday March 3rd: Early Foodies!
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Monday 31st of March at Lx Factory
Discover . Dine . Vote . Celebrate .
Discover . Dine . Vote . Celebrate .
Introducing The Lisbon Insiders Week!
As part of this year’s awards, we are launching our first-ever Lisbon Insiders Restaurant Week, a unique opportunity to taste, experience, and vote for the restaurants, bars, and chefs.
Since the vote is open to the public, we want to encourage food lovers to discover the nominees participants in a creative way!
From February 24 to March 10, the participating nominees across 12 categories will serve exclusive dishes, drinks, and set menus, giving diners the chance to experience their creativity before voting.
Newbies
Celebrating the best new restaurant openings in Lisbon that have captured attention with fresh ideas and outstanding cuisine.
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Santa Joana
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Bar Alimentar
2-course Menu - 30€
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Ryoshi
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Parra Wine Bistro
2-course Menu - 30€
Yellowtail ceviche
Wild mushroom pie with sour cream -
Snob
2-course Menu (+water +coffee) - 30€
Must-Go
Highlighting places you simply have to try at least once. Unmissable spots that define Lisbon’s culinary identity.
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Canalha
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Essencial
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O Velho Eurico
Current home: Crack Kids Club
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Touta
Special Dish - 12€
Baccalhau harra -
Prado Wine Bar
Special Dish - 12€
Mussels stuffed with chicken and shitake mousse
Sip, Stir, Savor
Honoring bars that craft exceptional cocktails, offering unforgettable drink experiences.
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Catfish
Special Cocktail - 8€
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Furia
Special Cocktail - 8€
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Bar Na Colina
Special Cocktail 8€
Timeless Madeirian -
Croqui
Special Cocktail - 8€
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18.68 Cocktail Boutique
Crush of the Year
Celebrating the place that defined this year, making us come back for more and earning its spot as a favorite.
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La Joya Cantina
Special Dish - 12€
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Baz
Special Dish - 12€
Spiced Labneh -
Albi
Special Dish - 12€
Pommes Ana -
Skizzo
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Tasca Pete
Make Your Taste Count!
Lisbon Outsiders
Exceptional dining experiences located outside Lisbon, showcasing gems worth traveling for.
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Tua Madre: Evora
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Alta: Lourinhã
2-course Menu + drink - 30€
Grilled Beetroot Salad
Sautéed Squid Roasted Squash -
Cozinha das Flores: Porto
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austa: Almancil
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Costa Fria: Ericeira
2-course Menu + drink - 30€
Wonderful Wine Bars
Recognizing wine bars that showcase the best of Portuguese and international wines in a cozy, stylish setting.
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Uva Livre
Glass of Wine - 5€
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Rosie’s Deli & Wine Bar
Glass of Wine - 5€
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Âmago a Cave
Glass of Wine - 5€
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Caruma
Glass of Wine - 5€
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Casa Farta
Glass of Wine - 5€
Sustainable Cuisine
Celebrating restaurants that lead the way in eco-friendly practices, local sourcing, and sustainable innovation
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SEM
2-course Menu - 35€
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Ciclo
2-course Menu - 35€
Main + Starter or Main + Dessert
Broccoli, orange, Olarias curry
Bifana pithivier
Dark chocolate ganache -
Prado Restaurante
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Arkhe
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The Capsule Neo-Bistro
2-course Menu - 35€
Neo Bistros and Tascas
Modern interpretations of traditional Portuguese eateries that offer a contemporary twist on local flavors.
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Taberna Meia Porta
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Tasca Zebras
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Vida de Tasca
Special Dish - 10€
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Taberna Os Papagaios
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Tasca Baldracca
Special Dish - 10€
Pick Your Winner!
Sharing is Caring
Restaurants that celebrate communal dining with dishes designed for sharing.
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Ofício
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Maluca
2-course Menu - 25€
Cured mackerel, Smoked avocado, Coleslaw
Celeriac steak, Peppercorn sauce, Crispy potato -
Pils
2-course Menu - 25€
Black Angus steak, Peppercorn sauce
Umami and buttery taste, fresh with a nutty crunch -
VDB Bistronomie
2-course Menu - 25€
Starter + Main or Main + dessert
Gnocchi, smoked pumpkin
Iberian pork, topinambour
Lemon cheese cake -
Guarda-Mor
2-course Menu - 25€
Starter + Main or Main + dessert
Honey-glazed carrots, feta
Quarter roasted chicken, gratin dauphinois
Tarte Tatin, vanilla ice cream
Foodies’ Favorite Restaurants Hotel
Spotlighting hotels that excel in gastronomy, from remarkable in-house restaurants to memorable culinary experiences.
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CEIA Table
3-course lunch Menu at Solo - 35€
Tuesday - Saturday -
Cura
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Rocco
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BAHR & Terrace
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Feitoria
Finger-Licking Good
Places that serve indulgent, naughty, and unforgettable, hands-on dishes that deliver bold, unforgettable flavors.
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Lupita
Special Bite - 8€
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Street Smash Burgers
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Reco Reco by Pigmeu
Special Bite at Pigmeu - 8€
Dirty Bifana -
Let’s Pastrami
Special Bite - 8€
PLT mini burger -
Sofi Pizza e Vino
Special Bite - 8€
Margherita Burrata
Contemporary Cuisine
Honoring chefs and restaurants that deliver refined, high-standard dining experiences with creative and elevated approaches.
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Vibe
2-course Menu - 45€
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100 Maneiras
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Belcanto
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Boubou’s
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Alzur
Celebrate Flavor!
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