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Most known for the Palácio Nacional da Ajuda (National Palace of Ajuda), Ajuda is an often overlooked Lisbon neighborhood with fewer tourists and plenty of nice views. 
Views from Ajuda at Night
Nestled between infamous Belém waterfront and Parque Florestal de Monsanto, a huge park full of trails and greenery right in the heart of Lisbon, Ajuda is low key with a combination of grit and charm, not to mention some surprisingly great restaurants. In this article we will share 5 Ajuda restaurants we tried on this week in Lisbon trip as well as a few outliers just for fun. ;) Tlaloc un rincón mexicanoOne thing many Americans miss when they move to Portugal is actually Mexican food. Great tacos are not especially easy to find in Portugal.
At Tlaloc Un Rincon Mexicano you can scratch that itch with birria tacos, tinga tacos, horchata, and do not forget the tres leches cake.
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Di Amici by Pizza em CasaLisbon has some fabulous Pizza places and we really enjoyed our visit to Amici. Heads up, sparkling sangria may or may not have some limoncello and the 'nduja pizza is a must!
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Churrasqueira do MarquesTraditional Portuguese grilled chicken and pork are such simple meals, but when executed well leave you so satisfied. That's the experience we had at Churrasqueira Marques.
Lisbon Restaurant Review: Churrasqueira do Marques Photo Review
Food HubWhen you want quick and affordable Kebabs in Ajuda try Food Hub. For around 5.50 euro at the time of our visit you can fill up on a Doner Kebab menu which comes with fries and a drink!
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Manápula
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Santo Graal Burger & GrillSanto Graal (Holy Grail) Burger and Grill serves up gourmet bugers and steaks, crispy fries, and even a blonde and red house ipa.
Lisbon Restaurant Review: Santo Graal Photo Review
Fiesta Restro And Snack BarOkay so this restaurant is not in Ajuda, it's in Benfica neighborhood and we hit it up after a medical appointment at Hospital da Luz in Amadora.
Hilariously, Fiesta Restro and Snack Bar is not at all a Mexican restaurant, but in fact a spot where you can enjoy Nepalese, Indian, and Portuguese food.
Don't skip the sparkling sangria, pani puri, and momos - they were highlights of this Lisbon trip!
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Everest Curry & Sekuwa CornerThis was an Uber Eats order after a long convention day, so it came from the other side of Lisbon to our Ajuda airbnb. The restaurant was running a lot of BOGO offers, so we ended up with way too much food and it lasted for 2.5 meals!
We ordered Jeera rice, chicken stuffed naan, thai curry, and butter chicken. Everything was okay overall. The butter chicken was the best dish we ordered.
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Pasteis de BelemBelem is a nice walk from Ajuda and you can try two of the most famous Pastel de Nata establishments including Pasteis de Belem.
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ManteigariaGrab yourself another pastel de nata over at Manteigaria before walking back up to Ajuda. And I mean that very literally, it's an uphill climb and you're sure to burn off all the calories from the pastries so... win!
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MoMo Express
If you're arriving into Lisbon or departing via Oriente Station, you'd be remiss if you skipped Momo Express food truck. Tasty Nepalese momos, flavorful samosas (go veggie for this one!) and chai of this caliber, you'll struggle to find outside of Asia.
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Primanti Bros Review Florida - with pics!Primanti's is a Pittsburgh institution serving up unique sandwiches with French fries and Cole slaw not to mention delicious pizza. But did you know they also have Florida locations?! 
Primanti Bros at 901 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
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Where is Fort Lauderdale Beach Primanti Bros? Located at 901 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, United States, this Primanti's location is open 24 hours a day! Breakfast at Primanti's
Primanti's serves breakfast every day!
If you're up early, stop in at Primanti's for Homestyle Breakfast from 8am to 10:45am every day. 
Primanti Brother's in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Lunch at Primanti'sIn our case, we stopped in for a lunch seasoned with nostalgia. 
Nostalgic Pittsburgh icons adorn this Florida Primanti's location
Primanti Sandwiches are famously topped with fresh-cut French fries and Cole slaw - a must try! Primanti's Pitts-Burger - #2 Best Seller - $8.99The number 2 best seller at Primanti's is the Pitts-burger. It only seemed appropriate for literal Pittsburghers to order this sandwich. 
The Pitts-Burger at Primanti's - a Beef hamburger on fresh Italian bread, topped with coleslaw, French fries, provolone cheese, and tomatoes
And look at all the fries and cole slaw piled on there! :) Primantis French Fries - $5.29
Fresh fried French fries at Primanti's
Almost Famous Chili with Italian Bread - $5.29I got a bowl of chili on a whim and oh my was it delicious! It was a thick chili, served with that fresh Italian bread. Comforting and delicious, an easy recommendation! Primanti Brothers ReceiptThere are not too many places that 5 adults can eat quality food for $48.73 total. 
5 can dine for under $50 (before tip!)
PSA: No Credit Cards!Does Primanti Bros Ft Lauderdale take credit cards? No. Primanti's is a cash only establishment. With prices like this.. we're okay with it! ;) One Day In Fort Lauderdale:
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Eating at Primanti's Twice in Two Days!Primanti's was so tasty, reasonably priced, and conveniently located (We were staying at Gallery One Double Tree by Hilton - Photo Review Here • Check Current Prices Here) that we decided to come back the next night for pizza! 
Primanti Brothers at Night
Here are some reasons Primanti's pizza is the best pizza in Fort Lauderdale Beach:
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Primanti's Cheese Pizza - 14" $15.89 or 18" $18.89Look how crisp that undercarriage looks! Fort Lauderdale Beach Primanti's MenuIf you'd like to plan ahead so you can bring enough cash ;), here's the menu for Primanti' Brother's Pizza & Grill in Fort Lauderdale. 
Fort Lauderdale Primanti's Menu
The phone number for Ft. Lauderdale Primanti's is 954-565-0605 Florida Primanti's ReviewIf you're a Steelers fan who finds yourself in ftl or anyone who spent their summers riding the Log Jammer at Kennywood growing up, you're going to get the warm and fuzzies at Primanti's. 
Next time I will try the Triple Chocolate Brownies - "They're REALLY GOOD!"
If you're not from Pittsburgh and never heard of Primanti's then you'll be sure to love this no frills, affordable sandwich and pizza shop on Fort Lauderdale Beach. It's rare to find taste at this value in the area. And if you're not typically a cole slaw fan - honestly neither am I - but you should still try it on your sandwich. It's not a mayonnaise-y slaw, so you may be surprised to find you like it more than you expect! Fun Facts From My Brother:
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Burrata Pizza at Forno d'Oro in Lisbon, Portugal
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who owns forno d'oro?
Forno d'oro is owned by Tanka Sapkota, who was born in Nepal and brought his passion for Neapolitan pizza to Lisbon. He trained under the Gombero Rosso Master Course and his wood-fired pizzas have ranked him in the top pizzas in the world list multiple times.
Above you can see just a few of the many prestigious awards Forno d'Oro (Golden Oven) has received for their delicious pizzas. They are receiving Fiori di Latte cheese fresh from Italy multiple times per week!
Where did forno d'oro rank in the 2024 top pizza in the world list?
Forno d Oro is the ONLY pizzeria in Portugal to rank on the top pizza in the world list, so it's quite an accomplishment! For 2024 they ranked 73rd in the world and the 12th best pizzeria in Europe.
Parabéns! (congratulations in Portuguese)
Parabéns! (congratulations in Portuguese)
What we ordered.
Are you hungry yet? Let's try a few of the best pizzas in Lisbon together!
Diavola - €13.25
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4 Formaggi - €13.95
San Marzano tomatoes DOP, fior di latte, Gorgonzola, smoked Provola cheese and Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 24 mesi.
We were with some dear friends who were moving away and we all decided that in order to mark the occasion properly there was another pizza we just had to try and we could only do it if we worked together as a team lol.
Burrata, prosciutto e Rucola - €15.50
This pizza was so unbelievably delicious and a perfect example of how it takes just a few high quality ingredients to make a dish really shine!
Light and fresh yet highly engaging - we were surprised that this was our favorite pizza of the night! Good thing we ordered it at the last second, right?! ;)
It may even top the fig, prosciutto, and gorgonzola pizza.
We'll probably have to visit another time to know for sure, though. ;)
It may even top the fig, prosciutto, and gorgonzola pizza.
We'll probably have to visit another time to know for sure, though. ;)
Gordon FInest Scotch Ale, Scotland - €8.95
And what's a visit to one of the top pizzerias in the world without trying a new brew?
Gordon Finest Scotch Ale Review
Gordon Finest Scotch Ale - Strong and smooth dark beer flavored with malt whiskey. 8,0% - 33cl
Gordon Finest Scotch Ale Review
Gordon Finest Scotch Ale - Strong and smooth dark beer flavored with malt whiskey. 8,0% - 33cl
"Born in Scotland, Crafted in Belgium"
For those interested in the ingredients and bottling details of Gordon Scotch Ale, see the photos below!
For those interested in the ingredients and bottling details of Gordon Scotch Ale, see the photos below!
Panna Cotta ai Frutti di Bosco - €4.95
Panna Cotta ai Frutti di Bosco | Dessert at Top Pizzeria in Europe
At the end of your meal at Forno d'Oro you always have the opportunity to enjoy the parting hospitality of limoncello or grappa. If you've never tried grappa (it's potent), maybe you should give it a try. After that you'll almost certainly always pick limoncello! haha :)
English Menu - forno d' oro pizzeria
Curious what the prices are like at a top pizza place in Lisbon? Here is a recent menu. You can find English descriptions beneath each menu item.
Couvert/Antipasti (appetizers) and Pizze (Pizza) Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Appetizers
Pizze (Pizza) Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Pizza
Seasonal Pizza Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Seasonal Pizza
Pasta & Dessert (Dolci) Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Pasta and Dessert
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Wine Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Wine
Craft Beer Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Craft Beer
Gin Menu
Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Gin
Forno d'Oro Review
We love Forno d'Oro! When you have such a great experience at a restaurant the first time that you want to bring your friends who are also pizza lovers you know it's the real deal.
Still, there is a smidge of apprehension that a second visit to a place won't be as good as the first, you know what I mean?
As you can tell from our photo review, forno d'oro is living up to our expectations and we won't hesitate to come back and bring more friends the next time we are in Lisbon!
Highly recommend you stop in for some amazing Neapolitan pizza in Lisbon!
Still, there is a smidge of apprehension that a second visit to a place won't be as good as the first, you know what I mean?
As you can tell from our photo review, forno d'oro is living up to our expectations and we won't hesitate to come back and bring more friends the next time we are in Lisbon!
Highly recommend you stop in for some amazing Neapolitan pizza in Lisbon!
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If you're looking for a pizza restaurant in Ohlos d'Agua, why not try Fratelli?
What we ordered.
Margherita 10.5€
A classic margherita pizza - Mozzarella fior di latte, tomate pelati, fresh basil, olive oil.
Manzo Balls 14.5€
Mozzarella fior di latte, tomate pelati, meatballs, ricotta cream, fresh basil, spianata piccante (aka pepperoni)
Fratelli Pizza Populare Review
Fratelli's is a great pizza place right by the beach in Ohlos d'Agua. In fact if you sit outside you can enjoy your pizza with a sea view! Their prices are reasonable and the quality of their pizzas is very high.
At Fratellis, they are passionate about serving authentic Neapolitan style pizzas - 24 hour fermentation, 30cm diameter, in the oven for 90 seconds.
Fratelli's serves edible works of art - go check them out!
Pizza in Italy.
If you're staying in Lisboa (oh, hi! did you know the Portuguese version of Lisbon is Lisboa?) and wondering if it's possible to make a day trip to the Algarve from Lisbon, let me tell you it is absolutely possible!
Chances are high you will wish you had more time in the southern coast of Portugal and a one-day visit is going to make for a long day, but it IS definitely possible and oh so worth it.
Chances are high you will wish you had more time in the southern coast of Portugal and a one-day visit is going to make for a long day, but it IS definitely possible and oh so worth it.
A seagull soars over the cliffs of Carvoeiro | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
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Benagil Cave Boat Tour
A top activity when you come to the southern coast of Portugal is to a Benagil Cave tour by boat. I really do recommend this as you get spectacular views of the unique cliffs all along the Algarvian coastline. The guides are great and intertwine facts with humor and explain all the little beach towns and secret beaches you see along the way. On occasion you may even see wild dolphins, though this is not guaranteed.
Benagil Cave by speedboat
A Benagil Cave Speedboat Tour | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
The most popular way to see the caves is by speedboat. There are tons of companies offering these tours from all over Algarve. This is the boat tour we did recently and we had a good experience! It's likely that your boat will be pretty full in-season and you really are packed like sardinhas (sardines). On our boat each row sat 3 people. If you're in the middle seat you will find it a bit more difficult to see at times. You really want to be on the ends if you're the photographer/videographer of the group.
Tips: Try to get in the front of the boat and a seat on either end for the best views.
The boats can only pull so far into the caves so the people toward the front will have the best view. As the boats are usually traveling roundtrip from the same town if you start out on the side of the boat facing the ocean, on the way back you will face the shore. Typically the return trip is faster, though. You've already seen what they want to show you and now you are turning back. So if you really want the best photo ops go for the left side of the boat (when inside the boat) if you are departing from Portimao Marina Boat Tours.
Tips: Try to get in the front of the boat and a seat on either end for the best views.
The boats can only pull so far into the caves so the people toward the front will have the best view. As the boats are usually traveling roundtrip from the same town if you start out on the side of the boat facing the ocean, on the way back you will face the shore. Typically the return trip is faster, though. You've already seen what they want to show you and now you are turning back. So if you really want the best photo ops go for the left side of the boat (when inside the boat) if you are departing from Portimao Marina Boat Tours.
Benagil Cave by Pirate Ship
See the Algarvian Coast from a Pirate Ship | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
Another option is to take the pirate ship cave cruise. As you can see right away this is a much larger vessel. You may find this more comfortable if your body structure is not compatible with the sardine situation, if you have bad knees and it would be hard to sit in a low seat, or if you're nervous about feeling the waves too much in a speedboat.
The pirate ship is equipped with a bar selling beverages and snacks, but many bring their own snacks on board. The ship has two smaller boats at the back that you can board to actually get a closer look at the caves as the main pirate ship is too large.
The pirate ship is equipped with a bar selling beverages and snacks, but many bring their own snacks on board. The ship has two smaller boats at the back that you can board to actually get a closer look at the caves as the main pirate ship is too large.
Benagil cave by Kayak Tour
The most immersive Benagil Cave experience is by Kayak | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
If you are more adventurous and truly want to get inside the caves, in the water and on the beaches, you must do a Benagil caves kayak tour.
Ocean Kayakers touring Benagil Caves in Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
Pre-cruise snack at mel & Canela
If you've taken an early morning bus from Lisbon to Algarve you are probably going to be pretty hungry. I recommend grabbing a little something to eat.
As our boat trip was leaving from Portimao Marina, we stopped at this spacious cafe called Mel & Canela, meaning Honey & Cinnamon in Portuguese. We just got some classics like a bifana com ovo (pork sandwich with an egg) and a pork bitoque which came with a side of French fries, a simple salad, and an egg on top.
As our boat trip was leaving from Portimao Marina, we stopped at this spacious cafe called Mel & Canela, meaning Honey & Cinnamon in Portuguese. We just got some classics like a bifana com ovo (pork sandwich with an egg) and a pork bitoque which came with a side of French fries, a simple salad, and an egg on top.
Post-cruise snack at Sorbetto Gelateria
It only feels like vacation when you have an ice cream, right? A Gelato was a perfect treat after the benagil cave speedboat tour and we opted for a place called Sorbetto Gelateria at Praia Da Rocha in Portimao.
The gelato was unbelievably delicious and we got two very European flavors - Améndoa e Figo (Almond and Fig) and Pistachio. Prices here ranged from 2.50-6 euros for small, medium, large, or extra large cones. And do note that even if you get a small (pequeno) you can have two flavors ;)
The girls working in this Gelateria were especially simpatico (friendly) and actually made this sweet treat an even sweeter experience!
We definitely recommend this gelato in Portugal - Sorbetto Gelateria. They use fresh, natural ingredients and make everything in small batches and that is totally our style.
The girls working in this Gelateria were especially simpatico (friendly) and actually made this sweet treat an even sweeter experience!
We definitely recommend this gelato in Portugal - Sorbetto Gelateria. They use fresh, natural ingredients and make everything in small batches and that is totally our style.
Algarve Beaches
Of course while you are on your day trip to the Algarve you should see the beaches. Maybe you already did a boat tour or maybe you aren't into water activities. Either way you should see the beaches, whether you sunbathe and eat Bolas de Berlim (a portuguese pastry that's sort of like a sugared donut cut in half and filled with cream that is traditionally egg and sugar based, although plain and other flavors like Nutella can be had) or you enjoy a sangria at a beach cafe or you walk some cliff trails - you really cannot go wrong!
Praia dos Três Castelos
This is from the miradouro dos Três Castlos (Viewpoint of the 3 Castles) an observation deck in Portimao, Portugal. You can walk down to the beach from here if you'd like!
By the way praia is the Portuguese word for beach. =)
By the way praia is the Portuguese word for beach. =)
Praia dos Trés Castelos as seen from the Miradouro | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
Praia Grande Ferragudo
Praia Grande in Ferragudo is just across the river from Portimão. It's another beautiful and spacious Portuguese beach on which you can find a medieval castle, the Forte de São João do Arade, which I think is so cool. The initial watchtower is thought to have been built around 1520, while the actual castle was constructed around 1640, after the Portuguese Restoration War. Forte de São João is privately owned, so do be respectful when you are near the property. =)
Medieval Castle on Praia Grande, a beach in Ferragudo Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
The fishing village of Ferragudo is also not to be missed. It's a great village to walk around in as it is filled with cute and funky shops, great restaurants, and quaint cafes.
Charming street in the Fishing Village Ferragudo Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
If you're into unique, artsy souvenirs check out deja vu art shop in Ferragudo.
Praia de Carvoeiro
Heading a short distance to the east of Ferragudo you will find Praia de Carvoeiro.
Famous Praia de Carvoeiro | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
It is a small sandy beach with a hilly, but walkable and lively town. While you are here you should try and walk along the Carvoeiro Boardwalk, Algar Seco, for stunning views and you can climb down into some of the cliffs which is very cool.
Algar Seco Cliffs and Beautiful Views in Algarve Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
You can go decently far where there are stairs built in to the rock, and wooden posts with rope hand rails. For the adventurous and well coordinated you can safely continue to explore further if you wish.
Before you catch a bus home, if you're around long enough, I can't recommend highly enough getting a pizza at Forno do Fraser. This is the best pizza place in Carvoeiro we've had to date and it's a short walk up the hill from the beach.
Before you catch a bus home, if you're around long enough, I can't recommend highly enough getting a pizza at Forno do Fraser. This is the best pizza place in Carvoeiro we've had to date and it's a short walk up the hill from the beach.
Fig Pizza on Carvoeiro Beach from Forno do Fraser | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
Current hours at time of this article are Monday - Saturday 17:30-22:00 (5:30pm - 10pm)
If you want to dine in, I recommend you make a reservation. Depending on the day the dining room may be packed and unable to accommodate walk-ins. Although we have picked pizza up to eat at the beach as seen above.
Forno do Fraser deserves a full review for our Pizza in Portugal series, so stay tuned for that.
If you want to dine in, I recommend you make a reservation. Depending on the day the dining room may be packed and unable to accommodate walk-ins. Although we have picked pizza up to eat at the beach as seen above.
Forno do Fraser deserves a full review for our Pizza in Portugal series, so stay tuned for that.
one day in the algarve is simply not enough
There are so many ways to spend one day in Algarve. Boat trips, beach days, shopping for local handicrafts, day trips to monchique or Silves castle, trying the many Portuguese Pastries, hiking, summer concerts, waterparks, spas, golfing... there is so much to do here I'm sure you will be convinced after one day that you simply must come back again soon! ;)
How to get to algarve from lisbon
Of course you can rent a car and drive (check car rental prices), but if you're not interested in messing with that I can recommend the train or the bus.
BuyPortugal train tickets at the Comboios de Portugal (Trains of Portugal) website: cp.pt
Buy Portugal bus tickets through the Rede Expressos website rede-expressos.pt/pt
Buy Portugal bus tickets through FlixBus website flixbus.com/bus/portugal
While it depends where exactly you get on and off, the bus takes around 3 hours between Lisbon and Algarve.
Which stop should you get off at?
Albufeira is popular with tourists, but you can also take the bus to Armação de Pêra, Portimão, or Lagoa if you'd like to visit Carvoeiro beach town.
How much is the bus from Lisbon to Algarve?
The bus is incredibly affordable with seats starting at $5 euros. An incredible value!
Do note that the cheapest seats will be at the back of the bus and the ticket price increases as the travel date nears. My best tip for you is that as soon as you know when you want to make your trip from Lisbon to Algarve, if the dates are available for purchase, buy your tickets! This way you get the best price and you're guaranteed to see some of the amazing this shared in this post! ;)
FYI: In some cases the tickets will only be available approximately 1 month before a travel date.
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Forno D'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
On a summer weekend in Lisbon we walked from our hotel to a really great pizza place about one mile away - Forno d'oreo. haha okay no, it's not called that, but autocorrect made it the Oreo Oven instead of Gold Oven and I'm leaving it because just imagine the possibilities of a place called Oreo Oven....
Okay. Back to Pizza.
Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
It was a bold move to show up to a popular Lisbon restaurant like Forno d'Oro on a Saturday night without a reservation. We acknowledged right away that we had no reservation, hoping to curry favor, and wondered if they might acquiesce to letting us have a table. It didn't seem super promising, but I guess the fact that this post exists is a spoiler, isn't it? :p
The guy let us know that we could have a table if we would be done by 21:15 (9:15pm) when they presumably had a reservation. It was about 19:45 (7:45pm). So we had an hour and a half - that seemed reasonable!
The guy let us know that we could have a table if we would be done by 21:15 (9:15pm) when they presumably had a reservation. It was about 19:45 (7:45pm). So we had an hour and a half - that seemed reasonable!
Travel Tip Related to Time (Not a Time Travel Tip, that's different): Get used to the 24h clock here. Medical people - you'll be fine, you're already used to it. Everyone else, you'll probably be doing small math in your head to work out the times. hehe
Inside Forno d'oro
As you would expect, there is a literal glistening, golden oven. Our table was quite near to it. Don't you love getting to see the pizzas being slid off the peel into the oven and pulled out a few minutes later?
Dinner and a show!
Be sure not to miss the industrial sized mixer in the corner - can you imagine how much glorious pizza dough that makes at one time?!
Dinner and a show!
Be sure not to miss the industrial sized mixer in the corner - can you imagine how much glorious pizza dough that makes at one time?!
The Golden Oven at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
The golden oven branding is thorough, even adorning the napkin rings!
Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Forno d'oro Seasonal Pizza Menu
It's great to see a Pizze Stagionali (Seasonal Pizza in Italian) menu because it means the pizzeria is taking advantage of local ingredients that are currently in season like Portugal's incredible figs.
Seasonal Pizza Menu Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
How much are speciality Pizza's in Lisbon?
The seasonal Pizzas at Forno d'Oro are 16.95 euro - June 2024 pricing. That's about $18.40 for a premium pizza at a top restaurant.
The seasonal Pizzas at Forno d'Oro are 16.95 euro - June 2024 pricing. That's about $18.40 for a premium pizza at a top restaurant.
Forno d'oro Menu
If you're looking at a more classic pizza like a Margherita, it will run you 11.95 euro or about $13.
For those not interested in Pizza there are appetizers you may like as well as a selection of pastas.
For those not interested in Pizza there are appetizers you may like as well as a selection of pastas.
Forno d'Oro Pizzeria Menu in Lisbon
Forno D'oro Beverage Menu
Wines by the glass and bottle are available at Forno d'Oro, as well as craft beers.
Beverage Menu at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
The bevvies
Beer is always a perfect match for pizza so we ordered one Benediktner Dunkel from Germany (2.95)
German Beer at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
And one Portuguese craft beer called Letra D. I have a hard time passing up a red ale. It was a splash out at 5.50, but I had no idea what a fancy experience I was in for..
The waiter opened the bottle, poured a little splash into the glass and had me taste it as if it was some sort of expensive wine. I hate the attention and feel incredibly awkward so I give it the fastest sip and thumbs up ever so we could move on.
The waiter opened the bottle, poured a little splash into the glass and had me taste it as if it was some sort of expensive wine. I hate the attention and feel incredibly awkward so I give it the fastest sip and thumbs up ever so we could move on.
Letra D Red Ale Portuguese Beer at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
And move on we did... to this single bottle of beer chilling in a table-side ice bucket like it was champagne or something. Que fancy. This had me cracking up the whole time. I was also like.. does he come back to top off my glass or do I do it? lol. Yeah, he didn't come back for that. I did it. :p
Letra D from Portuguese Microbrewery Served at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Letra Brewery in Portugal
Side Note: Cerveja Letra is a microbrewery from Vila Verde in northern Portugal. They also have locations in Braga and Porto. If you're in the area, stop by one of their taprooms. High recommendation.
Margherita DOP
As you know, we almost always get a margherita pizza at a new pizzeria as a baseline. You can obviously tell from the pic below that it was not a bad decision. ;)
Margherita Pizza at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
A simple pizza with tomato, fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil. What more can you ask for?
A drizzle of olive oil you say? It's on the table for you :)
A drizzle of olive oil you say? It's on the table for you :)
Bottom of Margherita Pizza at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Take a peek at the bottom of the crust. We're looking for texture and some nice coloring from the Gold Oven.
Fichi, Prosciutto e gorgonzola pizza
We have developed another condition where when we see a pizza with fig, prosciutto, and gorgonzola on a menu, we almost cannot pass it up. We have had an incredible fig pizza in Lisbon before and it's just such a journey you go on that you want to keep coming back to experience again and again.
Fig and Prosciutto Pizza at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
I mean just look at this! Quite generous with the prosciutto ham, wouldn't you agree?
A Pizza with Fig, Prosciutto, and Gorgonzola at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Can you see the slices of sweet figs under the prosciutto blanket?
A well baked pizza at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
And of course, a peek underneath!
This is a delicious seasonal pizza. You get the texture and chew of the prosciutto as well as its saltiness, added to the sweet figs, and the savory flavor of gorgonzola cheese - it's soo yummy! The only thing we missed was a touch of heat! (hot honey drizzle anyone!?)
This is a delicious seasonal pizza. You get the texture and chew of the prosciutto as well as its saltiness, added to the sweet figs, and the savory flavor of gorgonzola cheese - it's soo yummy! The only thing we missed was a touch of heat! (hot honey drizzle anyone!?)
A Delicious Seasonal Pizza at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
With two solid pizzas devoured we still had some time left on the clock before we had to vacate our table so we opted for coffee and dessert!
Espresso & Tiramisu
Forno d'Oro in Lisbon serves a lovely Italian Espresso by Illy (1.40). You can order Illy Italian Coffee in the US anytime, by the way, if you'd like to try it.
Illy Espresso at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
They serve a beautiful tiramisu as well. We just shared the one (5.50) and it was a perfect finishing touch to this outstanding meal in Lisbon!
In a traditional show of hospitality a complimentary shot of liquor was offered at the end of the meal, grappa or limoncello.
Grappa at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
This gave us a moment to look around the restaurant and reflect on what we had experienced.
Forno d'Oro, glistening in the corner, churning out fresh and delicious pizzas to a restaurant full of patrons - there were couples on dates, young families with children, larger groups celebrating the high moments of life, and solo diners enjoying every delicious bite. Pizza really brings people together. ❤
Forno d'Oro, glistening in the corner, churning out fresh and delicious pizzas to a restaurant full of patrons - there were couples on dates, young families with children, larger groups celebrating the high moments of life, and solo diners enjoying every delicious bite. Pizza really brings people together. ❤
Glistening Golden Pizza Oven at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
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It's true what they say. The best things are made from the best things - natural, fresh ingredients. The simplest elements often make the most delicious foods. :) Simplicity often makes for the most lasting memories. |
A message from Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
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With that, we left our table at 21:06, phew, 9 minutes to spare.
A Momentarily Empty Table at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
I wonder who sat at this table and ate at the Golden Oreo next?
Outside Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Until Next time Forno d'Oro! Because there definitely will be a next time ;)
More from this weekend in lisbon:
Coming soon..
After checking out our room it was time to explore the ship a bit and start trying all the included food options!
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International Cafe on Sun Princess
We made our way down to deck 9 and as we traversed the piazza, took a peek at what the international cafe had to offer. The international cafe is a great feature on Princess Cruises. This spot is open 24/7 and has sweet treats (even Pasteis de nata!) and small savory items like little sandwiches and the like to curb the rumble in your tummy. :)
Princess Pizzeria on Sun Princess
The Princess Pizzeria located outside on deck 9 of Sun Princess served a style of pizza that was quite thick. I had hopes that it was a thick and airy/fluffy style of pizza, but to the contrary, I personally found it a bit heavy and it felt like the pizza dough was not quite cooked all the way through. We'll give it another go later in the cruise!
Burgers & Fries
Not to worry, just beside the pizzeria on deck 9 you could order burgers and fries and the crew were more than eager to invite us over! We requested only a basket of fries and they insisted that we sit down and relax and they would bring it over after they had been freshly fried. To my surprise they brought us 2 baskets!
Shop: Adorable mini fry baskets
2 cats in the piazza
As it was nearing sail-away time and we wanted to be on the balcony for that, we made our way back inside grabbed a cup of coffee from the buffet (aka World Fresh Marketplace) and stopped to watch a performance in the Piazza. CATS Strings were a talented electric violin duo who played in various venues around the ship. They always wore headbands with little cat ears.
Rome SAIL-AWAY on Sun princess
We made it back to the balcony to enjoy sailing away from Rome (Civitavecchia) cruise port. It's always exciting when you see the ship start to move away from the shore line. You can enjoy the sail-away on any public deck of the ship if you'd like, but we usually prefer to dodge the crowds and watch from our balcony if we have one!
sail away dinner menu Sun Princess
I would love to know what you would order off this menu. Feel free to leave a comment with what sounds most tasty to you!
Sun Princess 2024 Sail-Away Dinner Menu
Greek Salad
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Greek Salad
Chicken, Ham, Parmesan Croquette
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Chicken, Ham, Parmesan Croquette
Pork Tenderloin with Huckleberry Jam
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Pork Tenderloin with Huckleberry Jam
Linguine Vongole
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Linguine Vongole Seafood Pasta
Dessert menu day 1
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Dessert Menu
After much deliberation we ended up with Vanilla Mascarpone & Blueberry Crèmeux
French Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Creme Brûlée with Madeleine Cookies
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Plate
Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise Food - Seasonal Fruit Plate
With that our first day on the Sun Princess Mediterranean Cruise came to a close. After a long day, once we returned to our room, I was thrilled to find the stateroom attendant had dropped off the fluffiest robes imaginable.
Sun Princess Tips: On embarkation day request a fluffy robe!
Sun Princess Tips: On embarkation day request a fluffy robe!
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- How to get to Civitavecchia Cruise Port by train from FCO Fiumicino Airport in Rome, Italy
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