Recently, a phenomenon has spread around the world like wildfire. Everyone, from all ages and walks of life, has leapt on board the bandwagon of this particular craze; and I’m definitely here for it. The name of this phenomenon? BRUNCH.
Originally coined as a term for anyone who woke up too late for breakfast but wasn’t quite ready for a full meal, brunch was, interestingly, made popular by Americans during the 1930s. It turns out that they knew what they were doing. It’s difficult nowadays to find a cafe or restaurant in a major city that doesn’t boast a brunch menu: and Lisbon is certainly no exception to this rule.
It seems that every corner is home to a perfectly-furnished, cozy-yet-minimalist brunch spot, frequented by tourists and locals alike. But sometimes, having so many options can be a little overwhelming; so, to help you out, I’ve compiled a list of my top-10 brunch spots in the city, and the best things on the menu (in my opinion, of course). Expect quirky menus, many an avocado, and a lot of pancakes.
WISH Slow Coffee House
Espaço G 02a, R. Rodrigues de Faria 103, 1300-472 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Salmon & Philadelphia bagel
€8,60
SOMETHING SWEET:
Apple & cinnamon muffin (pictured)
€2,20
Copenhagen Coffee Lab & Bakery, Alcântara
Rua Prior do Crato 1a, 1350-352 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Sun-dried tomato & cheese focaccia
€4
SOMETHING SWEET:
Cinnamon swirl (pictured)
Roughly €2,20
Amélia
Rua Ferreira Borges 101, 1350-128 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Bacon & egg pancakes
€6,50
SOMETHING SWEET:
Red velvet pancakes (pictured)
€6
Hello, Kristof
Rua do Poço dos Negros 103, 1200-337 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Tomato & avocado on sourdough with peppercorns (pictured)
€8
SOMETHING SWEET:
Acai bowl (pictured)
€8
Comoba
Rua de S. Paulo 99, 1200-109 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Bica breakfast burrito
€11,50
SOMETHING SWEET:
Matcha pancakes
€9,50
Seagull Method Cafe
Rua da Palmeira 23, 1200-314 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Fried calamari in ‘caco’ bread with homemade aioli
€9,90
SOMETHING SWEET:
Homemade cake (changes daily)
€2,90
Charlie Bistro
Rua Alexandre Herculano 11E, 1150-005 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Charlie Burger
€10
SOMETHING SWEET:
Nutella pancakes with berries and banana ice cream (pictured)
€6,50
Manifest.Lisbon
Rua da Sociedade Farmacêutica 31, 1150-103 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Avocado toast with guacamole, tomatoes and eggs
€7,50
SOMETHING SWEET:
Grandma’s cheesecake with lemon curd and biscuits
€5
Zenith Brunch and Cocktails
Rua do Telhal 4A, 1150-346 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Eggs Zenith: poached eggs w/ Hollandaise sauce, crunchy onions, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes and more
€9
SOMETHING SWEET:
Oreo pancakes with banana cream and homemade Oreo ice cream (pictured)
€6,50
Fauna & Flora @ LACS
Rua Febo Moniz 27A, 1150-152 Lisboa
SAVOURY PICK:
Portobacon mushroom with bacon, parmesan, red onion, and more
€6,50
SOMETHING SWEET:
Salted caramel brownie (pictured)
€3
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