Best Restaurants in Lisbon

SUD Lisboa isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a scene. A place where well-heeled locals and travelers sip cocktails against the backdrop of the Tagus River with the 25 de Abril Bridge towering in the distance. Since 2017, this riverside retreat has fused Mediterranean flavors with Italian flair—served with effortless cool. It’s where long lunches stretch into golden-hour aperitivos, and no one’s in a rush to leave.

At the heart of it all is SUD Lisboa Terrazza, where Executive Chef Patrick Lefeuvre crafts dishes that are indulgent but never fussy. Start with the tiger prawns—sautéed in garlic with lemon, salicornia, and spices, served alongside a velvety lime risotto. The grilled turbot fillet, perfectly charred and finished with chimichurri sauce, is paired with sautéed vegetables and another helping of that zesty risotto. For those seeking a deep, earthy flavor, the risotto Carnaroli with a mushroom mix—featuring oyster, portobello, porcini, shiitake, chiodini, and morilles—is perfumed with truffle, making for an indulgent yet balanced dish. And then there’s the mascarpone mousse—layered with savoiardi biscuits dipped in espresso coffee and black rum, a rich and decadent take on an Italian classic.

But it’s not just about the food. The real draw is the energy. Evenings bring DJs, live singers, and a crowd that knows how to make a night of it. Champagne flutes clink, bartenders stir up Negronis, and the city hums in the background. Upstairs, the rooftop pool lounge offers a front-row seat to Lisbon’s skyline, best enjoyed with something strong and cold in hand.

SUD Lisboa doesn’t try too hard—it doesn’t have to. It’s the kind of place where you linger, where the wine flows, and where the city’s pulse meets the rhythm of the river.