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Lisbon’s Alternative Food Tour

Joao & Friends - The friendly "Wino" ;-)

Our local for this tour

Joao & Friends - The friendly "Wino" ;-)

Want to try Lisbon’s most traditional dishes? Join me on this private food tour with a difference! Discover the residential district of Campo de Ourique and sample the best Portuguese dishes around. Plus I will explain all about their history and why they are so well-loved.

Experience details

  • Destination

    Lisbon

  • Category

    Food tours

  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Deutsch • Português • Español

  • Highlights

    • Family friendly

  • What's included

    Entrance tickets • Private guide • Meals • Kids join for free

Here’s an overview of your tour

Escape the crowded city center and discover one of Lisbon’s traditional neighborhoods, Campo de Ourique. As a resident of this area, I know it well and have plenty of local tips up my sleeve. Follow me to traditional restaurants and authentic markets to sample some tasty Portuguese treats. I will fill you in on how Portugal’s culture and history link to its cuisine throughout our time together.

From fried mackerel to roasted chorizo, sausages made with flour and spices, I have all the ingredients to make this tour the tastiest you’ve ever experienced. Follow me to a local restaurant and soak up the traditional atmosphere.

From here we will visit a refurbished market which is the perfect spot to try some more refined dishes. I am talking pork, grilled tuna, and other delicious local treats. Now it is time for dessert, and I have one that will knock your socks off. Try a truly delightful chocolate cake which won the title of best chocolate cake in the world.

No food tour in Lisbon would be complete without the infamous custard tarts, pastel de nata. I will show you an award-winning bakery so you can try this tasty treat.

Many of the dishes we will sample on this alternative food tour are made with local ingredients and so the dishes may change depending on what is in season. Plus I can make this tour 100% personalized to your tastebuds, dietary requirements, and allergies. Just let me know so I can customize this tour just for you.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Igreja do Santo Condestável

  • Church Santo Condestável

    Meet your local host in front of this Gothic-style church

  • Typically Portuguese restaurant

    Visit a local restaurant which is typically Portuguese

  • Discover the history of your plate

    Taste some delicious entrees and learn about the history of these dishes

  • Local market

    Visit a vibrant, bustling local market, which has been completely refurbished

  • The best chocolate cake in the world

    Yes you read that correctly! I will take you to sample a unique dessert that is sure to get your tastebuds dancing

  • Infamous Pastel de Nata

    Sample this famous custard tart at a bakery which was voted the best in Portugal

  • Award-winning Ginjinha

    Sample this local drink which won an award for its unique taste

  • Homemade snack

    Try the locals’ favorite snack, roasted almonds
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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  • Joao & Friends - The friendly "Wino" ;-)

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    The friendly "Wino" ;-)

    Joao & Friends
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Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful

  • Included

    • Entrance tickets
    • Private guide
    • Meals
    • Kids join for free

  • Not included

    • Transportation & pick-up
    • Drinks (alcoholic or none alcoholic)
    • Any other items not mentioned in the description

  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
127 reviews
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    5.0

    Kulinarische Führung

    "Eine ganz besondere kulinarische Führung durch das ursprüngliche Lissabon; fernab vom Tourismus. Echt klasse.👍😊"

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    5.0

    Wonderful private tour with wonderful host

    "Rodrigo was an amazing tour guide! Incredibly friendly and knowledgable and a true joy to be around. The food we tried was some of the best we had on our trip so far and he accommodated dietary restr...

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    5.0

    Great experience

    "We had a great and authentic evening with Joao. He shared his broad knowledge about portuguese history and food with us. We also got to know "his" neighborhood and made it unforgettable for us. The f...

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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