Lisbon's specialty scene arrived late but moved fast — Chiado and Príncipe Real are now home to some of the most interesting cafés in southern Europe.
Lisbon, Portugal
“Danish precision transplanted to Príncipe Real — Scandinavian sourcing and technique in one of Lisbon's best-looking cafés.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Natural wine and in-house-roasted coffee at Hello Kristof's São Bento bar — not Intendente, as this listing first had it.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Copenhagen Coffee Lab's second Lisbon branch is really on Avenida Álvares Cabral near Estrela — not São Bento, as this listing first had it.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Poço dos Negros café known for hand-roasted single origins and a reliable brunch menu — Lisbon's specialty-meets-Australian-brunch formula done well.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Grupo Nabeiro's 'Coffee House Experience' concept on Avenida da Liberdade — an on-site roaster and barista bar built into the former Delta Q store.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“One of five Fábrica Coffee Roasters cafés in Lisbon — house-roasted espresso in a Chiado storefront, though press coverage of the brand centers on its original Avenida store.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Bairro Alto all-day café with a specialty coffee program that keeps pace with the food — a reliable neighborhood anchor in one of Lisbon's best streets.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Dear Breakfast's Bica outpost — an all-day brunch chain best known for eggs and pancakes, with coffee playing a supporting role.”
Lisbon, Portugal
“Baixa brunch spot known for smoothies, juices and pancakes — coffee here is a menu item, not the draw.”