{"id":16791,"date":"2018-11-03T13:26:17","date_gmt":"2018-11-03T13:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devourlisbonfoodtours.com\/?p=830"},"modified":"2018-11-03T13:26:17","modified_gmt":"2018-11-03T13:26:17","slug":"best-coffee-lisbon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/best-coffee-lisbon\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Places for Coffee in Lisbon: Our Go-to List for Your Caffeine Fix"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The steep streets of Portugal\u2019s capital provide endless opportunities for exploring. In fact, there\u2019s so much to see that it can be overwhelming\u2014and exhausting. But don’t let that stop you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to see and do as much as possible, you might need a little pick-me-up; we suggest tracking down some of the best coffee in Lisbon. These specialty caf\u00e9s offer high-quality, expertly brewed beverages that will give you the energy to take on the city<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo Credit: rawpixel.com, Text Overlay: Devour Lisbon Food Tours<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Coffee culture in Portugal has been strong ever since they started importing beans from Brazil in the 18th century. Traditionally, it\u2019s served as a simple shot of bitter espresso<\/strong>, known as a bica. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Although the b<\/em>ica <\/i>and its variations<\/a> remain ubiquitous, Lisbon caf\u00e9 culture is now embracing craft coffee trends<\/strong> from other regions of the world; think cold brew, pour-over and espresso-based concoctions of all kinds. These varieties may not be traditional, but they\u2019re definitely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After scouring the streets of each area of the city, we\u2019ve sniffed out a few Lisbon coffee shops that never disappoint. They offer only the best beans, roasted and brewed into drinks that go above and beyond expectations. Caffeine addicts, rejoice!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Mill<\/a> is an Australian-style caf\u00e9<\/strong> where the focus is on fresh Portuguese ingredients, served with an Aussie twist. Naturally, top-quality coffee is also on the menu, to complement the all-day breakfast offerings. On weekends they serve brunch<\/a>: everything from Vegemite on toast to eggs and chouri\u00e7o<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you haven\u2019t had a perfect flat white<\/strong> yet, this is the place to get one. You can also sip on lattes, cold brew and more, all made from locally-sourced beans that are roasted just down the road. The menu also includes traditional Portuguese drinks like the pingado<\/i>: espresso with just a bit of milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everyone knows that chocolate is coffee\u2019s best friend<\/strong>. Don\u2019t believe us? Head to Bettina & Niccol\u00f2 Corallo<\/a>, a hidden gem near the Jardim do Principe Real that specializes in these two treats. You\u2019ll find incredibly fresh espresso, plus pure chocolate, cocoa sorbet and fantastic desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to offering the ultimate indulgence, this place epitomizes sustainable production<\/strong>. Both the coffee and cocoa beans come from a plantation on the African island of S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe, which is owned by the same family that runs the caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local’s tip:<\/strong><\/em> If chocolate isn’t your thing, satisfy your sweet tooth with an espresso paired with the iconic Portuguese pastry\u2014check out the best places for past\u00e9is de nata<\/em> in Lisbon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you might expect, the owners of Copenhagen Coffee Lab<\/a> hail from Denmark. That\u2019s also where they roast their beans, which are regularly shipped from Strandslodvej to Lisbon. The mission here is to expand the traditional Portuguese coffee menu<\/strong> to include styles from abroad, all in a chic and modern atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The menu is short and sweet, but all the essentials are there: from classic espresso drinks to AeroPress and V60. To eat, they offer cakes, pastries, and homemade sourdough and rye bread<\/strong>. The space itself is simple but comfortable, letting the true star\u2014the coffee\u2014shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WISH Slow Coffee House<\/a> offers an eclectic mix<\/strong> of international snacks and sweets to complement what some people swear is the best coffee in Lisbon. Choose from Chemex, French press, drip, iced or espresso\u2026 or treat yourself to an affogato<\/em> (gelato submerged in espresso).<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can pair your coffee with a plate of Dutch poffertjes <\/em>(tiny, fluffy pancakes) or a bagel with smoked salmon, among many other treats. The best part? WISH is located at LX Factory<\/a>, a trendy cultural center<\/strong> that also features galleries, retailers and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “Best beans. Great coffee.” The motto of F\u00e1brica Coffee Roasters<\/a> says it all. Every drink on the menu is made from beans that are roasted on-site, from Americanos to cappuccinos to Instagram-worthy lattes. From its location near Avenida de Liberdade, this place is spearheading the specialty coffee movement in Lisbon<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Top 5 places for the best coffee in Lisbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. The Mill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Bettina & Niccol\u00f2 Corallo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Copenhagen Coffee Lab<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. WISH Slow Coffee House<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. F\u00e1brica Coffee Roasters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n