A Brasileira — Restaurant in Lisbon

A Brasileira in Lisbon is one of the city’s most famous cafés, known for its historical significance and vibrant atmosphere. Here are some tips to make the most of your visit:

Timing: Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid peak tourist times and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere. History: Take a moment to appreciate the historical significance of the café. Established in 1905, it was a popular meeting place for intellectuals, artists, and writers, including the famous Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa. There is a statue of Pessoa sitting at one of the outdoor tables. Location: It’s located in the heart of the Chiado district, making it a great spot to take a break while exploring the area. Nearby attractions include the Livraria Bertrand (the world’s oldest operating bookstore) and the Chiado Museum. Menu: Try the “pastel de nata” (Portuguese custard tart) with a “bica” (espresso). A Brasileira is known for its traditional Portuguese pastries and strong coffee. Ambiance: Enjoy the Art Nouveau décor inside the café. The interior is beautifully decorated with mirrors, wood panels, and brass fittings, providing a glimpse into early 20th-century Lisbon. Outdoor Seating: If the weather is nice, opt for an outdoor table to people-watch and soak in the bustling atmosphere of Rua Garrett. Service: Be prepared for the possibility of slower service, especially during busy times. Use this as an opportunity to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Souvenirs: Consider buying some coffee or souvenirs from the café as a memento of your visit. They often sell branded items like coffee mugs and tins of coffee.

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We don’t recommend this place as they treat the people differently. This was done by the head waitress. ( I guess she is)

0/5 : service 2/5 : food 3/5 : ambiance

I see they want to serve as many people as possible but I’m not okay with unfair treatment. You have to act same for each customer.

We were inside. A male waiter helped us to select a table and we sat at next to the wall on the 2nd row. There were 3 tables connected to each other and we was at the end. After a few minutes, I noticed that the head waitress was uncomfortable for that and she asked us if it was possible to separate the tables. I said okay no problem and I took my backpack under our table. At that point, it was okay for me if they needed 2 tables. However, it wasn’t the case. Just 2 people sat on the other side and somehow the middle table were reserved to them, even if we were the earlier one.

I also didn’t get why she selected the 2nd row while same situation was valid for the 1st row. ( 2 people were sitting at next to wall and 3 tables connected to each other like us, check out the picture that I shared) SOMEHOW, she decided to ask us to separate the 2 tables. I believe they were fancier(!) than us and they didn’t want to ask them.

Lastly, our orders came after 20 min later and the steaks were cold.

The head waitress was visiting multiple times to other couple while no one was paying attention to us.

The funny things was the “special” couple spent almost half...

Best pastel de nata but worst atention in my visit to europe. I went today (a rainy day) and an employee at the door told me that we could wait to get a table inside or we could select Take away and sit by the tables that are outside if any of them where available. We choose the second option so we grab the 2 coffes, pastel de nata and Other snacks and went outside. Two minutes after we start having the meal, a long hair employee came and put many things of other tables in ours (almost pushing our snacks away) so i ask him what was happening and then he told us in a bad way that as the rain was stopping, they don't allow people to sat there with Take away things and if we didn't agree on not having space in the table and stay there like that, we have to leave. I told him what the first employee told us but it didn't matter for him, said the same and turn back and continue doing his things. There were other free tables but he said that we must be there tight with no space or leave. Sorry for my basic English explaining this but i want to be as clear as posible. I am kind and respectful so i expect the same. Talking about the pastries, the pastel de nata was delicious. The coffee was ok but not what i expected (i expected 10/10 and for me it was like 8/10) the other pastries snacks were also very tasteful (don't remember there names but one has lot of chocolate and the other One is called "bola de fraile"...