The best luxury restaurant in Lisbon in 2026 is Belcanto, chef José Avillez’s two-Michelin-star flagship, ahead of Henrique Sá Pessoa and Fifty Seconds.
We rank ten restaurants by Michelin stars first, then price tier, setting and how clearly we could confirm each one. Lisbon has three two-star restaurants on the official list.
| Rank | Restaurant | Distinction | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belcanto | Two Michelin stars | Creative Portuguese |
| 2 | Henrique Sá Pessoa | Two Michelin stars | Creative |
| 3 | Fifty Seconds | Two Michelin stars | Creative seafood |
| 4 | Fortaleza do Guincho | Michelin star | Modern with a maritime theme |
| 5 | Feitoria | Michelin star | Modern Portuguese |
| 6 | Loco | Michelin star | Modern Portuguese |
| 7 | Encanto | Michelin star | Vegetarian |
| 8 | Marlene | Michelin star | Modern |
| 9 | Grenache | Michelin star | French contemporary |
1. Belcanto
Belcanto is chef José Avillez’s flagship and holds two Michelin stars. The menu draws on Lisbon’s light, its coastline and its districts, with a modern à la carte menu and a single tasting menu, also called Belcanto. A chef’s table in the kitchen is also available.
One dessert, sweet eggs and citrus, is a nod to childhood memories. Service runs Tuesday to Saturday.
Two stars and the best-known name in the city.
2. Henrique Sá Pessoa
The restaurant was formerly known as Alma and reopened under the chef’s own name in a new location in 2026. It keeps its two stars. The cooking reinterprets Portuguese cuisine through a short à la carte menu and three tasting menus: Encontros, Clássicos and Costa a Costa.
The guide highlights the Alentejo-style black-pork loin, presa à alentejana. It is closed on Mondays and Sundays.
Two stars and the newest restaurant under a famous name.
3. Fifty Seconds
Fifty Seconds sits about 120 metres up in the Torre Vasco da Gama. A lift takes 50 seconds to reach it, which gives the restaurant its name. Chef Rui Silvestre, described as the youngest chef to win a Michelin star in Portugal, serves a single tasting menu called Deriva, in 11, 12 or 14 courses.
A highlight is an octopus dish with masala and yoghurt that draws on his Mozambican and Indian heritage.
Two stars and the highest view in the city.
4. Fortaleza do Guincho
Fortaleza do Guincho occupies a 17th-century fortification in the Sintra-Cascais natural park, now a hotel. The panoramic dining room has views over the ocean and Cabo da Roca. Chef Gil Fernandes offers an à la carte menu and two set menus, Memórias: Degustação and Experiência.
Seating is limited. Remember that the restaurant is in Cascais, about a drive from central Lisbon.
A historic setting, though outside the city.
5. Feitoria
Feitoria is at the Altis Belém hotel, with chef André Cruz serving seasonal, mostly local produce. The Semente menu comes in four versions, including leaf, roots and two vegetarian options.
Signature dishes include a Sea Stew of fish and bivalves and Sericaia, an Alentejo convent-style egg dessert with honey and native herbs. It opens Tuesday to Saturday evenings.
Hotel setting and a seasonal menu.
6. Loco
Chef Alexandre Silva runs Loco, which serves a single surprise tasting menu of sixteen steps, called moments. The drinks list includes organic wines, craft beers, herbal liqueurs and house-fermented natural juices.
It opens Tuesday to Saturday evenings and is closed Sunday and Monday.
Surprise menu and a strong drinks program.
7. Encanto
Encanto is Lisbon’s vegetarian restaurant with a Michelin star, and the guide’s highest price tier. We could not re-check its current menu for this update.
The fully vegetarian option.
8. Marlene
Marlene holds a star for modern cuisine and sits in the top price tier. We could not re-check its current menu for this update.
Starred, with less detail confirmed.
9. Grenache
Grenache offers French contemporary cuisine and holds a star in the top price tier. We could not re-check its current menu for this update.
The French option, with less detail confirmed.
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FAQ
What is the best luxury restaurant in Lisbon?
Belcanto, chef José Avillez’s restaurant at Rua Serpa Pinto 10A, which holds two Michelin stars.
Which Lisbon restaurants have two Michelin stars?
Belcanto, Henrique Sá Pessoa and Fifty Seconds.
What happened to Alma?
Alma closed at the end of 2025 and its chef, Henrique Sá Pessoa, reopened under his own name, keeping two stars.
Which Lisbon restaurant has the best view?
Fifty Seconds, about 120 metres up in the Torre Vasco da Gama.
Is there a Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant in Lisbon?
Yes, Encanto.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Most of these restaurants take dinner bookings Tuesday to Saturday and are closed on Sundays and Mondays.
How we put this list together
We ranked these restaurants by their Michelin stars first, then price tier, setting and how clearly we could confirm each one. Details come from the guide as of October 2026 and change, so confirm before booking.
Last updated: October 2026.
