Sabores do Sichuan 小四川 — Restaurant in Lisbon

A Hidden Gem of Authentic Flavors

Sabores de Sichuan is a true testament to the vibrancy and authenticity of Sichuan cuisine. This small, family-owned eatery doesn’t rely on flashy décor or extravagant presentations. Instead, it captivates with its genuine flavors, the kind that transport you straight to the bustling markets of Chengdu.

The wontons here are an absolute revelation. Delicately wrapped and swimming in a perfectly balanced broth, each bite delivers a burst of rich umami and gentle heat. The noodles were a standout—a chewy, hand-pulled delight bathed in a savory sauce that’s both comforting and complex. As for the dumplings, they were generously filled and expertly steamed, their skins thin enough to highlight the succulent fillings yet robust enough to hold their own.

A refreshing surprise came in the form of the cucumber salad, a masterclass in simplicity. Crisp, cool, and drizzled with just the right amount of vinegar and chili oil, it cleansed the palate while leaving you wanting more.

Dining at Sabores de Sichuan is like stepping into a family’s home kitchen—intimate, welcoming, and brimming with flavors crafted with love and tradition. For those seeking an authentic Sichuan experience away from the clichés, this gem is well...

Unconspicuously sitting behind shopping mall on Avenida de Roma, Sabores do Sichuan offers several traditional chinese recipes for a small price per menu.

The food is professionally cooked and is extremely faithful to it's original chinese source material.

Pictured below is the pan-fried dumplings and the braised beef noodles.

The noodles are on the light spicy side so it should not ruin your meal even if you're not into spicy food.

The dumplings are great paired with the soy sauce they bring along with it.

The atmosphere is good, specially on a hot spring/summer day as the tables outside offer your a relaxing atmosphere on a quiet street close to one of Lisbon's main avenues.

The only thing i would suggest as improvement is they train their staff to be more responsive to the costumers outside as they take some time coming to you even long after you finished your meal.

I understand they try and keep a restrict ammount of staff, as it's a seemingly family owned business.

Still, it's a "hidden gem" for chinese cuisine and it deserves a visit of any chinese food...

We were asked to leave our table twice while still eating! Because the owner had another reservation (we were given just 1h to eat). When I pointed out how rude that was, she began shouting at me, accusing me of being disrespectful for not leaving fast enough. It was surreal — I’ve never encountered such unprofessional and aggressive behavior at a restaurant.

It’s clear this place is more interested in turning tables quickly than in offering a pleasant dining experience.

To top it off, the food was not that good — there are far better Chinese restaurants in Lisbon. Save your money and...