Nestled in a stunning old monastery, this lively restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere with delicious tapas and signature cocktails, perfect for a fun family outing.
"Bairro (“neighborhood” in Portuguese) is a huge space that houses four different restaurants by chef Jose Avillez. Taberna is a casual, lively lunch or dinner spot that’s outfitted like a fancy deli, with glass cases stuffed with cheeses and meats. Páteo is a massive sun-lit hall where you can linger over a plate of bacalhau com brás (salted cod, potatoes, and eggs) for a few hours over dinner. Pizzaria Lisboa serves, unsurprisingly, pizza, and Mini Bar is a theatrical dinner spot with burlesque speakeasy vibes and a 12-course tasting menu. If you’re in town for a few days, try to hit them all up if you can—especially to try Avillez’s famous “exploding olive” in a few different settings." - rita geraldes
"Bairro (“neighborhood” in Portuguese) is a huge space that houses four different restaurants by chef Jose Avillez. Taberna is a casual, lively lunch or dinner spot that’s outfitted like a fancy deli, with glass cases stuffed with cheeses and meats. Páteo is a massive sun-lit hall where you can linger over a plate of bacalhau com brás (salted cod, potatoes, and eggs) for a few hours over dinner. Pizzaria Lisboa serves, unsurprisingly, pizza, and Mini Bar is a theatrical dinner spot with burlesque speakeasy vibes and a 12-course tasting menu. If you’re in town for a few days, try to hit them all up if you can—especially to try Avillez’s famous “exploding olive” in a few different settings." - Rita Geraldes
"Across the street from Oficio, I headed to another shared plates extravaganza later that day, Páteo. A simple yet well-seasoned chicken piri piri and glass of rosé kicked off the afternoon in the spacious gastronomic Bairro do Avillez complex." - Kristin Braswell
"Bairro de Avillez The latest from the man who is probably Portugal’s most famous chef, José Avillez (of two-Michelin-starred Belcanto), Bairro de Avillez does it all. Upon entry, guests are greeted by a traditional Portuguese taberna, where cheese, charcuterie, and Avillez’s take on traditional petiscos (finger foods) fuel a festive atmosphere. Further inside, you’ll find Páteo, a seafood-focused food court for classic Portuguese dishes, and Beco, a hidden restaurant that offers a gourmet menu alongside sexy cabaret shows. Plan to spend the night here."
"Bairro de Avillez The latest from the man who is probably Portugal’s most famous chef, José Avillez (of two-Michelin-starred Belcanto), Bairro de Avillez does it all. Upon entry, guests are greeted by a traditional Portuguese taberna, where cheese, charcuterie, and Avillez’s take on traditional petiscos (finger foods) fuel a festive atmosphere. Further inside, you’ll find Páteo, a seafood-focused food court for classic Portuguese dishes, and Beco, a hidden restaurant that offers a gourmet menu alongside sexy cabaret shows. Plan to spend the night here."
