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A Travessa
Cuisine: Belgian, European, Portuguese
Price Range: $$
10Best Says
A former 17th-century convent provides the backdrop for one of the most romantic dining venues in Lisbon. With outside tables set within the cloisters and those inside arranged in and around an... Read More
A former 17th-century convent provides the backdrop for one of the most romantic dining venues in Lisbon. With outside tables set within the cloisters and those inside arranged in and around an ancient refectory, A Travessa can claim with considerable justification to be one of the most charming and historic restaurants in the Portuguese capital. Ably run by Belgium national Viviane Durieu and her Portuguese partner Antonio Moita, A Travessa is noted for its inventive fusion of southern and northern European cuisine, with their chef drawing on the culinary traditions of both regions to produce dishes like the signature raie au beurre noir â" steamed ray in a black butter sauce, balsamic vinegar and capers. Wines exclusively represent Portugal. This is a restaurant for all seasons: during summer the cloisters exude a wonderfully al fresco atmosphere. In the chillier winter months dining inside by the fireplace is equally alluring.
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Address:
Travessa do Convento das Bernardes 12
Lisbon, 1200-638
+351 21 390 2034
Hours:
- Mon-Sat 7:30pm-Midnight
Website:
atravessa.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Paul Bernhardt
Lisbon Local Expert
- Romantic Dining: "Reservations are essential, and parking is difficult so it's best to arrange a taxi."
- Fine Dining: "The Convento das Bernardes is also the location of the Museu da Marioneta (Puppet Museum), one of Lisbon's quirkiest visitor attractions."
- Best for Romantic Dining Because: Housed in the former Convento das Barnardes do Mocambo, which was founded in 1653, A Travessa matches its historical allure with a refined and inventive menu.
- Best for Fine Dining Because: The savoring of traditional Portuguese cooking imbued with contemporary northern European flourishes is lifted by A Travessa's beautiful location.
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