O Corrido is a restaurant you simply must go to while in Lisboa. My partner and I went there for her birthday, and that might have just been one of the best decisions we’ve ever made.

Before the music even starts, the aesthetic and atmosphere of O Corrido is very nice. Quaint, traditional, and professional. In my opinion, one of the elements that sets this place apart from others is that it strikes the right balance between fine-dining and artisanal, professional and artistic, both at the level of “vibe” and of what you consume while you’re there.

Speaking of, I highly recommend the fried codfish and duck confit, followed by the lemon meringue pie. Simply an awesome and filling combination. That being said, as far as I’ve seen, all meals are extremely well-rounded and presented in a pleasing fashion. We were expecting a high caliber, and we were not dissapointed.

All-in-all, prepare to spend around 4 houes at O Corrido. The music is performed in-between all the plates you will be served throughout the night, and as others have said, it is a good mix between melancholic and upbeat, solemn and energetic. It is also customary to clap after each song, which is something that highly depends on each casa de fado. The performances themselves are exquisite, done by professional singers and instrumentalists. It’s truly an honor to witness such a talent. We were extremely impressed, and as someone who deeply appreciates music, I was particularly moved and in awe.

Lastly, a special shout-out to the owners: Felipe and his wife. They have both been in the Fado scene for a long time, and will feature as performers throughout the night, so the music has a real homemade quality to it. It’s pure. They are also extremely nice people. Once they learned it was my partner’s birthday, they instantly organized a small celebration in honor of her. Felipe also took the time to chat with us at our table - something he does a lot throughout the night, and which shows that he truly cares about everyone who walks into O Corrido. Once Felipe learned we are Canadian, we talked a lot about our culture, and he then advised us about local places and activities we should go engage in. We were very appreciative of this.

Ultimately, this was genuinly one of the best experiences of my life, and which undoubtedly transcends the 50€+ I ended up spending there. Seriously, this place is worth it in ways that no amount of money can ever quantify.

Thank you so much for a lovely evening, and all the best.