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Tapas restaurants in Portugal

  1. A

    Meu Limão

    This handsome international-style tapas bar has a trendy feel, a smart crowd and a postcard view of Igreja Santo António from the outdoor tables. Tapas choices (€3.50 to €6) include shrimp with coconut, lemon chicken and mussels. It also serves heartier plates and good wines.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Taperia Palatu

    A Spanish/Portuguese couple serves up delectable Spanish tapas and classic Portuguese dishes in a pleasantly minimalist dining room or the airy courtyard in front. Top picks include gambas ao olho (grilled shrimp), secretos de porco preto (wild boar) and grilled calamari.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Restô

    Part of the Chapitô arts cooperative, Restô’s tree-filled courtyard hums with arty types tucking into tapas or barbecued steaks. Zebra and giraffe prints glam up the top-floor restaurant, ­affording mesmerising views over Lisbon.

    reviewed

  4. D

    A Ver Tavira

    A handsome new addition to Tavira, this place has an airy interior and outdoor tables with lovely views over town. Lunchtime bites include great salads, quiche and sandwiches. For dinner, a delectable multicourse meal is served.

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  5. E

    El Gordo II

    Lit with a rosy glow from cloth lanterns, Lisbon’s ‘fat boy two’ churns out lip-smacking tapas such as octopus in smoked paprika, pimento peppers and cod pastries. Go alfresco on the cobbled steps.

    reviewed

  6. Alquimia

    Serving a good mix of tapas, Alquimia is a stylish setting for a glass of wine and a light meal. Outdoor seating, expertly marinated seafood and a location just off the beaten path.

    reviewed

  7. F

    Taberna Do Felix

    Situated near the Arco da Porta Nova, this attractive country-style tavern prepares unusual Franco-Portuguese dishes; try the tapas or delicious pataiscas (fish fritters).

    reviewed

  8. G

    Botequim São Martinho

    Plastered with Tricona sardine labels and lit by a dressmaker’s model, this retro tapas bar is great for cheese and chorizo grazing ­between sights.

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  9. H

    Restô

    Part of the Chapitô arts cooperative, Restô’s tree-filled courtyard hums with arty types tucking into tapas or barbecued steaks. Zebra and giraffe prints glam up the top-floor restaurant, ­affording mesmerising views over Lisbon.

    reviewed