A Marisqueira do Lis
Lisbon
At a glance
A Marisqueira do Lis is a renowned seafood restaurant situated on Avenida Almirante Reis in Lisbon. This eatery is celebrated for offering a quintessential dining experience that reflects the city's maritime heritage. Known primarily for its seafood dishes, A Marisqueira do Lis specializes in preparing fresh and delectable offerings from the ocean, designed to satiate the cravings of seafood lovers.
The restaurant's ambiance is casual yet lively, making it a suitable choice for both lunch and dinner gatherings. With an interior that is both welcoming and unpretentious, it caters to families, groups of friends, and anyone looking to enjoy a leisurely meal. The decor does not distract from the focus on good food, supporting the idea that taste and quality are the star attractions.
Given its position along one of Lisbon's central avenues, A Marisqueira do Lis is easily accessible, drawing in locals and tourists alike with its reputation for well-crafted seafood dishes. The menu highlights traditional preparations, allowing guests to enjoy a genuine taste of Portuguese maritime cuisine. The focus is on delivering meals that are both satisfying and authentically prepared, embodying the flavors of the local culture.
The restaurant's style is grounded in the philosophy of simplicity and freshness, emphasizing the natural tastes of the ocean's bounty. Those who appreciate a meal where the quality of ingredients shines will find A Marisqueira do Lis to be a great choice. This straightforward approach to seafood, combined with a suitable setting for various types of gatherings, indeed makes it a viable option for those exploring the culinary scene of Lisbon.
Reviews
Undoubtedly seafood I will remember for a long time. Goose barnacles (percebes) came attached to the sea rocks they were harvested from. They tasted delightfully of the sea, with a firm bouncy texture, subtle sweetness, and bloody saline juices which gush out upon breaking the shell. Clams in olive oil with garlic and parsley (amêijoas) were so fragrant, and especially delicious when mopped up with their crusty buttered toast. Tiger prawns were fresh, firm, and sweet. Without a doubt, the carabineros was the star. Please, please, cut a bit behind the head to not leak any of the precious juices. It has a unique flavour that I struggle to put into words, and is unlike any other sea creature I’ve tasted, from Thailand to Hong Kong to London. The flesh was akin to salted butter in texture and flavour. I finished my meal here with the classic steak sandwich and caffe. The rare steak was so soft and tender, fragrant with charred garlic, and went great with the provided mustard and chilli oil. There is good food and good food, this is the latter. I cannot recommend Marisqueira do Lis enough!!!! 80 euro for all this food.
Fresh seafood. We ordered a seafood platter, the portion was big and it had different kinds of seafood including percebes. The garlic sauce was amazing.
Good food for sharing a good time. Food: Nice fresh seafood, some were salted. Good with beer and drinks. Service: Server was good, stop us from ordering more that we could handle. Overall a good experience
