Authentic Lisbon Food Tour Including Drinks
Savor Portuguese dishes like chourico, codfish Cakes, and pastel de nata in Baixa district
Skip the time and effort of finding the best local eateries in Lisbon. This food tour takes you directly to three top spots in the Baixa District. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll savor authentic petiscos and taste three of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese cuisine, including presunto, chourico, and fresh seafood. Enjoy four traditional Portuguese drinks, like Ginjinha and vinho verde, and finish with a delicious dessert. By the end, you’ll be ready to explore Lisbon’s lively nightlife!
What You Get With This Tour
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Passionate English-speaking guide
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Three local eateries in the Baixa District
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Traditional Portuguese cuisine
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Green wine and Ginjinha
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Dessert
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Group size of 15 people max
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Hotel pick up and drop off
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Additional food and beverages
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Guide gratuities
Tour Itinerary
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Meeting point
Start your tour in Praça do Comércio 744, Lisbon -
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Baixa District
Follow your guide through the lively area of Baixa, known for its rich history and mouthwatering cuisine! -
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Petiscos and drinks
Savor a variety of traditional and modern Portuguese dishes as you sample numerous small plates and flavorful beverages! -
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Ginjinha and “green wine”
Sip on some of Portugal’s most beloved drinks, including a traditional liqueur and a refreshing glass of vinho verde! -
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Codfish cakes
Indulge in a delicious plate of codfish cakes, a regional specialty that you’re sure to love! -
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Chouriço
Dig into this super popular petisco, an incredibly versatile and delicious Portuguese sausage made from pork meat -
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Local Eateries
Spend time at three different, local eateries as your foodie guide introduces you to some of Portugal’s best cuisine! -
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Pastel de nata
End on a sweet note as you bite into a decadent pastel de nata, Portugal’s famous egg custard tart pastry -
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Your tour will end close to Rossio Square
Your delicious tour will end in the lively Praça dos Restauradores, where you’re free to continue enjoying Lisbon’s thriving nightlife scene!
Additional Information
Your culinary adventure begins at Praça do Comércio, where you’ll meet your local guide and a small group of no more than 15 fellow foodies! As you wander through the lively district of Baixa, your expert guide will lead you on an award-winning gastronomic route featuring liqueur shops, taverns, street-food stops, and local eateries. Along the way, you’ll enjoy eight Portuguese food tastings, including traditional and modern petiscos (similar to Spanish tapas), fresh seafood, street food, and a sweet treat to finish. Savor three of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese cuisine, chosen by public vote from 70 dishes initially selected for their heritage, regional significance, and age (all over 50 years old). Along with your tastings, enjoy four Portuguese beverages, including local green wine, beer, and a shot of Ginjinha, Portugal’s traditional cherry liqueur. While your tour ends after dessert, your night doesn’t have to! Feel free to continue exploring Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife with your newfound friends.
Lisbon Food Tour Description
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Expert, local guide
8 food tastings from local eateries, street-food stops, and dessert
Sample 4 local beverages, including green wine, beer, and Ginjinha
Portuguese dessert
Explore the Baixa district
Small group with only 15 people max
Vegetarian and alcohol-free options
Explore the Baixa District
After meeting your local guide and intimate group of fellow foodies, it’s time to dive straight into Lisbon’s culinary scene! Your tour focuses on the vibrant Baixa district, named after its esteemed architect. The Pombaline Baixa represents a watershed moment in urban planning, rebuilt after the catastrophic 1755 Lisbon earthquake. Baixa is best known for its thriving nightlife, grand plazas, bustling shopping streets, and classical Pombaline architecture. Follow your guide to the best eateries, taverns, and hidden gems in this lively neighborhood—and don’t forget to bring your appetite!
Visit a Traditional Liquor Store
Your tour begins with a visit to a traditional liquor store, where you’ll try a shot of Ginjinha, a Portuguese favorite made by infusing ginja (sour cherries) in alcohol with sugar. As you sip your first beverage of the night, your guide will share insights into how these drinks became a cherished part of Portuguese culture.
Savor Delicious Petiscos
Continue your culinary adventure with visits to three of Lisbon’s top eateries, tasting an array of decadent petiscos and other Portuguese favorites, such as chouriço, codfish cakes, fresh seafood rice, and the iconic bifana. Between bites, enjoy traditional Portuguese beverages, including a refreshing glass of Vinho Verde.
End on a Sweet Note
Save room for dessert, as your tour ends with a traditional pastel de nata, an iconic Portuguese egg custard tart. Your guide knows just where to find the best one—dig in and savor every bite! Your tour concludes near the centrally located Praça dos Restauradores, leaving you free to continue exploring Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife and historical streets with your newfound friends.
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Customer Reviews
Walking around with a local guide, getting to taste local delicacies — what a perfect combo! Ginjinha and vinho verde were favorites. Highly recommended for newcomers.
Eating in the timeless Baixa and tasting its Portuguese wonders was a game changer. Loved learning and eating. Drinks were a great touch!
This trip brought me to secret places. That chourico was smoky and great with wine. Dessert were heavenly pastel de nata. Fun group atmosphere too!
The guide had a story for every dish. Ginjinha was delicious and the seafood was fresh. What a night to remember down in Baixa!!
The options of what to choose from were incredible. Loved the sweet / salty mix. It was fun to meet locals and visitors. Excellent intro to Lisbon’s food culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Please bring comfortable walking shoes as well as your appetite!
What to bring?
Please bring comfortable walking shoes as well as your appetite!
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
This tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Lisbon
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible, due to the streets and eateries we will be visiting. However, we may be able to cater to guests with other mobility concerns. If you have mobility concerns, please let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you.
What happens if it rains?
We run our food tours rain or shine!
Is there any chance my tour might be canceled?
While this is very unlikely, if your tour is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances you will be offered an alternative tour date.
Is there a dress code for this tour?
There is no dress code for this tour. However, we do recommend comfortable walking shoes!
How comprehensive is this tour?
In the spirit of spending time at each of the three eateries on this tour, your time exploring the history and other landmarks of the area will be abbreviated. You’ll still get to experience the most important elements of this lively neighborhood though.
Is lunch or dinner included in the price of the tour?
Lunch or dinner are not included in this tour, but you will enjoy delicious petiscos from three different eateries, so you should not expect to leave hungry!
What if I have food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary requirements?
Vegetarian options will be available at all of the stops, but please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate any other needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you with an alternative when possible. This tour is not suitable for vegans.
How many glasses of wine will I get?
You'll enjoy four different beverages on this tour, one of which will be a glass of traditional green wine!
What if I don’t drink alcohol but I’d still like to join a food tour?
Not a problem. Please let us know in the comment box when you book your tour so we can make sure an alternative drink is provided.
Can I bring my kids and do I have to pay for them?
Because we will be entering multiple bars during this tour, all participants must be over 18 years old
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
No hotel pickup is included on this tour. You’ll meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Praca da Figueira
