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Lupita Pizzaria Alvalade | Lisbon Restaurant Photo Review

8/28/2025

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We've had a great time trying some of the best pizza in Lisbon over the last couple years, but there was a gap in our collection of favorites: Lupita. 
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Neapolitan style pizza at Lupita Pizzaria in Lisbon

Lupita Pizza Lisbon - AlvaLade Location


​Lupita Pizzaria in Cais do Sondré is the original location which some friends of ours whose pizza tastes we esteem had recommended to us before. 

When we found ourselves in Lisbon for a medical appointment at Hospital da Luz and saw that we were a 10 minute Uber away from Lupita we had to take the opportunity! 
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Lupita's Alvalade location in Lisbon | Lisbon Food Blog

As it turns out, Lupita Pizzaria has a second location in Lisbon - Alvalade, which is now open for lunch beginning at 12h. 
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Lupita Alvalade Open 12-23:30 Wednesday - Sunday | Lisbon Travel Blog

Beyond a 2025 award from Lisbon Insiders, Lupita hit the top 50 pizzas in Europe list, ranking 45 in 2024 on this famous 50 Top Pizza Europa list which is a massive achievement when you think of all the pizza places in Europe! 
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Lupita is a 2024 winner of Top 50 Pizzas in Europe + 2025 Lisbon Insiders Winner

Vibe


Lupita Pizzaria in Lisbon (Alvarade) has a laid back yet vibrant vibe during a bustling lunch hour. 

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An open kitchen lets you feel part of the action at Lupita in Alvalade, Lisbon

​The open kitchen makes the overall fairly small pizzaria feel more spacious, and the melodic callout "serviço!" makes you nearly feel like part of a team with every order up!

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Order Up! Lupita Lisbon Pizza Review

The decor is simultaneously industrial with concrete finishing and exposed pipes ... 
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Industrial yet homey vibe at Lupita Pizzaria

... while at the same time feeling home-y and down to earth with cans of San Marzano tomatoes and cookbooks like the New York Times bestselling The Art of Fermentation by Sandor Ellix Katz adorning the shelves. 

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Wine bottles and cookbooks decorate the walls at Lupita Alvalade, a Top Lisbon Pizzaria

What we ordered 

Drinks. 


Lupita pizzaria has a focus on natural wines, offers beer from an independent craft brewery in Lisbon called MUSA and we decided to take advantage of both of those opportunities. 

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Lupita branding on their glasses of natural wine and locally brewed beer | Lisbon Restaurant Review
  
  • MUSA Blondie (draft) - 2.5 
  • Mur Mur Mur Fizei  - 7 
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Spicy Alla Vodka Pizza


A pizza topped with spicy vodka sauce, crumbled pepperoni and pecorino sounded too good to pass up.
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Spicy Alla Vodka Pizza at Lupita Pizzaria

That's one good looking pizza!
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Close up of Spicy Vodka Sauce Pizza in Lisbon | Lupita Pizzaria Review

We even have some pops of green for good measure. ;)  This pizza was delicious. The vodka sauce was flavorful and the bacon pieces were nice and crispy!
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Spicy Amatriciana 


​One thing is for sure: This isn't your Italian grandma's Amatriciana. 
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Top down view of Lupita's Spicy Amatriciana Pizza | Lisbon's Best Pizzas

Topped with guanciale, slices of garlic, red onion, pickled jalapeno peppers, pecorino, and chimichurri, you can see why we'd say that.. 
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A modern twist on Amatriciana pizza at Lupita in Lisbon

With the Spicy Amatriciana pizza at Lupita you get really fresh, vibrant tomato flavor, rich saltiness from the guanciale, and the pickled jalapeños add both some heat and some sweet tanginess from the pickling.

​It's really a delight to the tastebuds from every angle and we didn't even get to the crust yet. 

Lupita Pizzaria: About the Crust

Can we just take a look at this crust for a moment?

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Is this a perfect pizza crust? Lupita Pizzaria Review

Just one glance and you can tell how crispy, yet fluffly that pizza handle is going to be!
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A crust we will dream of | Best Pizza Crust in Lisbon

This level of spotting is exactly what I want to see when I peek at the bottom of a pizza these days.

And that little hole? I say it's a nod to Benagil caves. ;) 
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Tiramisu & Espresso


It's pretty hard to pass up tiramisu on any dessert menu, isn't it? 
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Dessert at Lupita Pizzaria in Lisbon

And I think you'll have to agree that this is a beautiful slice of tiramisu! 
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Beautiful layered Tiramisu on vintage china at Lupita in Lisbon

Rather than standard lady fingers, it appears to be thin layers of sponge precisely placed between thick layers of cream.
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Grandmillenials rejoice when it's time for dessert at Lupita in Lisbon

And can we take a moment for the very grandmillennial china, tea cups and saucers? 

Lupita Pizza Menu


Lupita has a perfectly sized menu to offer "safe" choices for the timid and unique toppings for the adventurious, without being a menu of overwhelming proportions. 
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Lupita Menu with Prices - Pizza and Appetizers in Lisbon

Lupita Drink Menu


​And again, we don't need a 6 page drink menu. This is just right.

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Lupita drink menu with prices | Lisbon Pizzaria


​Lupita Lisbon Pizza Review


Okay wow. Hopefully it is easy to see that Lupita is clearly a pizza spot in Lisbon worth your visit. 

What we loved:
  • Amazing Crust. Undoubtedly one of the best pizza crusts we've had in a looooong time. Crispy with just the right amount of chew, and a fluffy handle. The crust even stayed crispy once the pizza cooled down, especially with the Amatriciana. 
  • Incredible Topping Combos. Really well executed unique topping combinations. A lot of pizza places will have unusual toppings and when you branch out to try them you end up a bit disappointed, but not the case here. These pizzas stand on their own! 
  • Awesome Staff. Great staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. Just really nice, especially during a packed lunch hour. 
Other thoughts: 
  • A bit cramped.  The space is small and they do their best. We were sat at a round table next to another couple at a neighboring round table and the tables were so close the guy next to me was having a hard time not accidentally elbowing me while he ate. On the other hand, we didn't have to wait at all which was fantastic! 
  • Not our favorite Tiramisu. Despite looking fabulous, this may be a controversial opinion, but we both felt underwhelmed by the tiramisu. At the first bite of tiramisu I want to taste the espresso and marasala/amaretto/brandy (whichever is fine) in a big way. In this case we didn't get that lift and felt it lacked flavor despite being beautiful and seeming to be great quality. The cream was thick and decadant and I think in a way overshadowed what should have been very flavorful sponge soaked in coffee/liquor. 
  • No House Wine.  Here in Portugal nearly every restaurant has a "house wine" that's a bit more affordable and you can default to. Here at Lupita since they are focusing on natural wines, there's a higher price tag that comes with that, naturally. ;p  

TL;DR

Go to Lupita. Get Pizza. Get Beer. Be Happy. 
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We're looking forward to next time we are Lisbon trying Lupita at the Cais do Sondré location and trying some more of their amazing sounding pizzas. Maybe we'll go out on a limb and try that cheesecake too ;)  
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More Lisbon Restaurant Reviews

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    • Di Amici by Pizza Em Casa
    • Churrasqueira Marques
    • Food Hub
    • Manapula
    • Santo Graal
    • Fiesta Restro and Snack Bar
    • Momo Express
  • Lisbon Pizzeria Ranks In Prestigious Best Pizza In The World List
  • Bandalho Meat and Wine - Burgers, Sangria, and one of the fudgiest brownies in Portugal​
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  • Han Table Korean BBQ Review - Grill at the table with your friends! 
  • ​Where to get unlimited sushi in Lisbon - Sushi Fixe in Miraflores Review 


Lupita Receipt 
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​Cost of Living in Portugal 
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The cost of eating out in Lisbon was 46 euros at Lupita Pizzaria for 2 people. This included 2 pizzas, a beer, a glass of wine, 2 espressos, and one slice of tiramisu. 

On average 23 euros per person

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5 Great places to eat in Ajuda

6/15/2025

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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. 

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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 mexicano


One thing many Americans miss when they move to Portugal is actually Mexican food. Great tacos are not especially easy to find in Portugal. 
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At Tlaloc Un Rincon Mexicano you can scratch that itch with birria tacos, tinga tacos, horchata, and do not forget the tres leches cake. 

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Tlaloc Un Rincon Mexicano Photo Review 
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Di Amici by Pizza em Casa


Lisbon 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!

See Also: Pizza In Portugal
Lisbon Restaurant Review: Di Amici by Pizza Em Casa Photo Review 
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Churrasqueira do Marques


Traditional 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. 
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Lisbon Restaurant Review: Churrasqueira do Marques Photo Review 
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Food Hub


When 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!

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Food Hub Photo Review 
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Manápula


A cutesy pizza place in Ajuda serving Neapolitan style pizzas. 

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Manapula Photo Review 
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Santo Graal Burger & Grill


Santo Graal (Holy Grail) Burger and Grill serves up gourmet bugers and steaks, crispy fries, and even a blonde and red house ipa. 
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Lisbon Restaurant Review: Santo Graal Photo Review 
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Fiesta Restro And Snack Bar


​Okay 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. 
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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. 
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Don't skip the sparkling sangria, pani puri, and momos - they were highlights of this Lisbon trip!
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Lisbon Restaurant Review: Fiesta Restro Snack Bar Photo Review 
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Everest Curry & Sekuwa Corner


This 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!
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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.

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Everest Curry & Sekuwa Corner Photo Review 
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Pasteis de Belem


Belem 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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Lisbon Restaurant Review: Pasteis de Belem Photo Review 
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See Also: How To Make Portuguese Custard Tarts At Home! 

Manteigaria 


Grab 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! 

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Manteigaria Photo Review 
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See Also: Frequently Asked Questions About Pastel De Nata

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. 

Lisbon Restaurant Review: Momo Express Photo Review 
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Forgot to schedule time in ALgarve on your Portugal Trip?

The Algarve is definitely worth visiting on your trip to Portugal! If you have one day, you can make it happen. This article is for you:

Read Now: How to Plan a Day Trip to Algarve from Lisbon

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Maloca da Tuttapanna

10/7/2024

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Maloca da Tuttapanna is located in Quarteira, specifically the prestigious Vilamoura area, and describes their cuisine as Amazonian, Sushi Fusion, and European. 
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Filed Under: Pizza in Portugal • Algarve Foodies 

​The restaurant has a nice aesthetic (I mean what's not to love about this golden monkey?!) so one day after a late shift at os carrinhos (the carts/trolleys) we decided to snag an outside table and try their pizza and sushi.

Random combo, I know. 
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Marguerita pizza - €11.50

Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil 


​Sushi Jó (3 pieces) - €5

Salmon, Rice, Sesame Seeds, Curry - despite looking so random, this sushi was delicious!
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Sushi Jó at Maloca da Tuttapanna | Vilamoura Restaurant Photo Review

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An Anniversary Pizza Date at Gusto'zza pizzeria - Quarteira

10/7/2024

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Gusto'zza Pizzeria is located right on the main beachfront of Quarteira in Portugal. It's a lovely stroll from Vilamoura and made for a special anniversary treat compliments of my abuelita. :) 
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Filed Under: Pizza in Portugal • Algarve Foodies 


​Sangria Tinta (red wine sangria) - €8

Few things say summer celebration like a nice sangria - look at all that fresh fruit! 


​Margarita Pizza - €8.90

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Classic Margarita (spelled per menu) Pizza at Gusto'zza Pizzeria in Quarteira


​Prosciutto Pizza - €9.50

our search for the best pizza in portugal:

  • Eating at an internationally recognized, yet unpretentious pizzeria in Lisbon
  • A lovely Neapolitan style pizza steps from the beach​
  • Sweet and Savory Fig Pizza - What to eat after your Benagil Cave Tour


​​Gusto'zza Pizzeria Quarteira - Menu Photos

Go ahead and tap a photo to enlarge the menu. 

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Lisbon Pizzeria Ranks In Prestigious Best Pizza In The World List

10/7/2024

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The results are in.. 50 Top Pizza has released their list of best pizzas in the world and guess which pizzeria is representing Portugal on the list again?

More Like This: Pizza in Portugal • Lisbon Restaurants

One of our favorites - Forno d'Oro! :) 
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Burrata Pizza at Forno d'Oro in Lisbon, Portugal

In this post:

  • Who owns Forno d'Oro?
  • 2024 Top Pizza in the World Ranking
  • What we ordered
    • Diavola
    • 4 Formaggi
    • Burrata, Prosciutto, e Rucola
    • Gordons Finest Scotch Ale
    • Panna Cotta ai Frutti di Bosco
  • Forno d Oro Menus in English​
  • Forno d Oro Review
  • ​More of the best places to eat in Lisbon
 

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. 
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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!
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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)
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What we ordered. 

Are you hungry yet? Let's try a few of the best pizzas in Lisbon together! 
 

Diavola - €13.25

San Marzano tomatoes DOP, fior di latte, spicy salami, basil, and chili
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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.
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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. 
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Burrata, prosciutto e Rucola - €15.50

San Marzano tomatoes DOP, burrata, Parma ham and rocket (arugula)
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. ;)
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  • Forno d'Oro Lisbon Original Review
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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

"​Born in Scotland, Crafted in Belgium"

For those interested in the ingredients and bottling details of Gordon Scotch Ale, see the photos below! 
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Panna Cotta ai Frutti di Bosco - €4.95

Panna cotta flavored with Madagascan vanilla pods served with a wild berries sauce
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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 :) 

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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

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Appetizers
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Pizze (Pizza) Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Pizza

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Seasonal Pizza Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Seasonal Pizza
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Pasta & Dessert (Dolci) Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Pasta and Dessert

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Wine Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Wine
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Craft Beer Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Craft Beer

Gin Menu

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Forno d'Oro Lisbon English Menu - Gin

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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! 
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Fratelli Pizzeria Populare Ohlos d'Agua

9/9/2024

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If you're looking for a pizza restaurant in Ohlos d'Agua, why not try Fratelli?
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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! 

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Lagoas Park Oeiras Hotel + Centro colombo

9/8/2024

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When the guys had a one day school in Lisbon, us wives decided to join them on the trip up and hang out at the Colombo Mall in Lisbon. 

We stayed at a hotel called Lagoas Park in Oeiras, Porto Salvo. 
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Lagoas Park Hotel Oeiras

In this post: 

  • Lagoas Park Hotel Review
  • Lagoas Park Hotel Restaurant Review
  • Room Tour
  • Centro Colombo Mall
    • Nespresso Store
    • Serra Da Estrela Review
  • Uber Eats Reviews
    • 100 Gramas
    • The Kitchen 
 

Lagoas Park Oeiras Review

I thought Lagoas Park Hotel was really nice. It's a well known corporate hotel on the outskirts of Lisbon and a fairly quick uber ride to wherever you'd want to go. While our mornings were entirely too rushed to get proper pictures, we felt this hotel had a solid breakfast!

​Breakfast was included in our booking rate, which was around 200 USD inclusive. 

The public restroom in the lobby is beautiful with wood and marble finishings. 

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Lagoas Park Lobby Bathroom

In the lobby you can also find the hotel bar as seen below. 

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Lagoas Park Bar

Just behind the bar is the seating area for the restaurant. 

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Lagoas Park Restaurant
 
 
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Hotel Restaurant Review


We did dine in the restaurant with our friends one evening. I ordered a nice fish dish which came with a side of mixed vegetables and some potatoes. Fish in Portugal is always delicious and fresh since the country is blessed to have access to so much coastline! The food was good and as one would expect, this is a light meal with a corporate hotel price tag. ;)  

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​When you get off the elevators to head to your room you will see these nice sitting areas  overlooking the lobby. The chairs are comfortable, with side tables, and there is nice lighting from the floor to ceiling glass entry of the hotel. 

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Lounge Area Lagoas Park Hotel

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Room Tour


​Here is a quick photo tour of our room at Lagoas Park Hotel. 

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The bathroom is spacious and they do provide the standard amenities. You'll notice on the second photo that a bidet is available at this hotel. In case you want to wash and dry your feet.

...lol. Just kidding. :p


The room is a bit on the dark side with the color scheme and lighting style, which isn't necessarily my favorite aesthetic.
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Queen Room Lagoas Park Hotel

Our room had a large flatscreen TV and closets for hanging clothes as well as a full length mirror right across from the bathroom door. Some of our friends were joking that it was the last place they wanted a mirror after they got out of the shower. haha. 

Jokes aside, I always appreciate a full length mirror in a hotel room.

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Standard Room at Lagoas Park

Below is the desk area if you need to do some work or want to eat some takeout. Which... we did.

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Work Space at Lagoas Park Hotel
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​100 Gramas


We ordered Uber Eats the night we arrived as we were too tired to go out anywhere. There was a Buy one get one free promo for a restaurant called 100 Gramas. We ordered Prego Maminha Maturada  which is a sandwich of thin steaks and the bread is slathered with garlic butter. We got one side of batata frites (French fries) and one side of feijão (beans). 


The total for 2 sandwiches, an order of fries, an order of beans, and a coca-cola was 18.74€ including service fee, delivery fee, bag fee etc. While the pictures are not impressive due to the dim room and takeout boxes, the food was good! It was good for the price we paid. But if we had paid full price of 41.74€ it may have been a different story. lol! 

 
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centro colombo

True to stereotype, the ladies spent the day wandering around the mall. I honestly don't care for mall days that much. There's nothing I really need to buy and the lights are too bright for anyone migraine-prone, but the company was top notch. 

I took a few of the most random pictures that day starting with these women's button down linen shirts. 
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Women's Linen Shirts 24.99€ in Lisbon
 
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Nespresso Store


Our Portuguese friend educated us about visiting the Nespresso store for a free coffee. You actually take a ticket when you go in and when an associate is available they can give you a sample of any kind of Nespresso pod you would like to try. Afterwards you can buy a package of your preferred pod, if you'd like, of course! 
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Serra da Estrela

There were many choices in the food court but I landed on Serra da Estrela and ordered a plate of Arroz do Pato (duck rice)  and the fresh pineapple and mint juice. 

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I was so fascinated by this art display of candy machines that I felt compelled to snap this crooked picture to remember it. 

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Art Display at Colombo Mall

For my final memory of Colombo Mall in lisbon, I leave you with this bathroom sign which I found amusing. It's asking if you knew that with the toilet lid open you can be projecting "particles".  They implore toilet guests to pleaseeee close the lid before flushing. 

It makes you wonder what atrocities have been seen in there? On second thought.. scratch that thought. 
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Funny Portuguese Bathroom Sign at Colombo Mall in Lisbon
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The Kitchen

We had a very long bus ride from Lisbon. We were starving and found another buy one get one free deal on Uber for a place called The Kitchen in Quarteira. 

These 2 Gulosa pizzas cost 13.20€ in total after discounts. Not too shabby. 

I hope you have enjoyed this very random combo hotel review post / mall day / uber eats review post. 
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A day trip from lisbon to the algarve

8/4/2024

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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. 
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A seagull soars over the cliffs of Carvoeiro | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog

In this post:

Looking for something specific? Jump ahead:
  • Benagil Cave Boat Tour
    • By Speedboat
    • By Pirate Ship
    • By Kayak
  • Mel & Canela Review
  • Sorbetto Gelateria Review
  • Algarve Beaches
    • Praia dos Tres Castelos
    • Praia Grande Ferragudo
    • Praia de Carvoeiro
  • Forno do Fraser Carvoeiro Pizzeria Review
  • How to get to Algarve From Lisbon 
  • Best Travel Credit Cards
 

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.
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Benagil Cave by speedboat

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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. 

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Benagil Cave by Pirate Ship

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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. 
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Benagil cave by Kayak Tour

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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. 
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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. 
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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. 

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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! 
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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. =)
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Praia dos Trés Castelos as seen from the Miradouro | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
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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. =) 
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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. 

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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. 
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Praia de Carvoeiro

Heading a short distance to the east of Ferragudo you will find Praia de Carvoeiro. 
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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. 
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Algar Seco Cliffs and Beautiful Views in Algarve Portugal | Traveling Through Food Portugal Travel Blog
 
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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. 
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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. 
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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. 

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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 di Tanka Sapkota Lisbon Pizzeria Review

7/23/2024

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More Like This:Pizza in Portugal • Lisbon Restaurants
We are on a very serious mission to find the best Pizza in Portugal.

​We know your time in Portugal is probably short and you want to make the most of it. We also know you're almost guaranteed to want Pizza at some point on your trip because .... pizza. ;)

So once again, we are doing the responsible and kind thing - trying as many pizza restaurants as our wallet and waistlines can afford so you know where to go!   
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In this post:

Looking for something specific? Jump ahead:
  • A Travel Tip Related To Time
  • Behold The Golden Oven
  • Forno d'Oro Seasonal Pizza Menu
  • Forno d'Oro Menu
  • Forno d'Oro Beverage Menu
  • Two Beers 
  • Margherita DOP Pizza
  • Fig Prosciutto Gorgonzola Pizza
  • Espresso & Tiramisu
  • Reflections

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. 
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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!
 
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
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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?!
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The Golden Oven at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
The golden oven branding is thorough, even adorning the napkin rings! 
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Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
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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. 
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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. 
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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. 
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Forno d'Oro Pizzeria Menu in Lisbon
 
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Forno D'oro Beverage Menu


​Wines by the glass and bottle are available at Forno d'Oro, as well as craft beers. 

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Beverage Menu at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
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The bevvies

Beer is always a perfect match for pizza so we ordered one Benediktner Dunkel from Germany (2.95)
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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. 
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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 
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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. 
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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. ;) 
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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 :)
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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.
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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. 
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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?

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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?
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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!?)
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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! 
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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. 
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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. 
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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. ❤
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Glistening Golden Pizza Oven at Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon

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. :) 
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Simplicity often makes for the most lasting memories. 
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A message from Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon

With that, we left our table at 21:06, phew, 9 minutes to spare.

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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?

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Outside Forno d'Oro Pizzeria in Lisbon
Until Next time Forno d'Oro! Because there definitely will be a next time ;) 
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More from this weekend in lisbon:

TURIM SALDANHA LISBON PORTUGAL HOTEL REVIEW
ARARATE ARMENIAN RESTAURANT IN LISBON REVIEW
AN INSTAGRAMMABLE BRUNCH JOINT IN LISBON - HYGGE REVIEW
Coming soon.. 
A JUNE WEEKEND IN LISBON

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Mourapao Vilamoura Portugal Restaurant Review

7/31/2023

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Mourapão will always hold a special place in our hearts as it's the first place we ate after arriving in Portugal on the  D7 visa. ​
Filed Under: Vilamoura Restaurant Reviews • Algarve Restaurant Reviews • Portugal • Restaurant Review

​After those hectic final weeks waiting for the visa to arrive, selling belongings, hoping nothing important was forgotten, visiting with family, traveling and moving internationally for the first time (& during a pandemic!), handling canceled flights etc.... to finally arrive in Vilamoura was surreal. Nothing felt more simultaneously comforting and rewarding than the prospect of a pizza and a pastel de nata at the same time. 

Enter Mourapão.
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Um café e uma tigelada em Mourapão
Located in Vilamoura near the Marina, Mourapão is a short walk from the secret apartment. 
With indoor and outdoor seating available as well as an extensive menu, mourapão can cater to just about any guest.
Bonus, it's open until at least 10pm!

​Here's what we have tried: 
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Tigelada 

Tigelada is a traditional Portuguese dessert made with eggs, milk, and sugar. Typically baked in a wood fired oven inside a Portuguese ceramic bowl, this sweet dessert is all about the texture as shown in the photo above.

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 Shop traditional Portuguese Pottery 

Pastel de Nata 


Pastel de Nata is easily the most popular pastry you must try in Portugal with its flakey crust, pudding like custard filling and optional cinnamon topping. Remember when we made Pasteis de nata at home?

Margherita Pizza 

For an optimal experience, be sure to dine in at Mourapao and enjoy classic pizza made with fresh ingredients.
(Although you can get take out or pizza delivery in Vilamoura through apps like Glovo fyi) Take a look at that pizza slice - the cheese pull, the browning, the sheen... If this pizza is for you, you will know it. ;) 

Discover more Pizza in Portugal here

Pizza in Portugal. 

original post 7/14/22

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