FAQ’S

It is a beautiful and surprising gastronomic space with several concepts in the same place, all by chef José Avillez. Bairro do Avillez is a unique space in Lisbon, and even in Portugal, with four different restaurants and an outdoor terrace, offering different atmospheres and options for lunch, petiscos, dinner, cocktails, music or events.

Bairro do Avillez was created by chef José Avillez, one of the leading names in contemporary Portuguese gastronomy, recognized nationally and internationally.

Bairro do Avillez is unique because it brings together several restaurants and experiences in the same space, in a historic building in Chiado, with the signature of chef José Avillez. It stands out for its Portuguese cuisine, architectural setting, decorative details, outdoor terrace, evening atmosphere, music programme, scale, event possibilities and easy access, with parking available in several nearby car parks.

It depends on the experience you are looking for: Páteo for lunch or dinner with Portuguese cuisine, and for dinners with Fado or concerts; Taberna for petiscos, relaxed meals at any time of day and an outdoor terrace; Mini Bar for a more sophisticated night with a creative dinner menu, cocktails, music, DJ and show; Pizzaria Lisboa for families, groups and sharing moments.

Yes, Taberna and Páteo at Bairro do Avillez are pet friendly.

Páteo is the main option for a Portuguese meal at Bairro do Avillez. Taberna is suitable for Portuguese petiscos in a more informal setting and for meals at any time, from midday to midnight.

Yes. Portuguese cuisine is present especially at Páteo and Taberna, always with the signature of chef José Avillez.

Yes. The restaurants’ menus can be viewed at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes, there are vegetarian options in all restaurants.

Yes. Although they may not be marked on the menu, guests can inform the team that they would like a vegan meal and the team will suggest an option.

Yes, all restaurants have gluten-free options.

Allergies and dietary restrictions should be indicated when making the reservation and communicated again on arrival.

The length of the meal depends on the space and the experience. A more informal meal at Taberna or Pizzaria Lisboa may be quicker; dinner at Páteo or Mini Bar, or an evening with Fado, a concert or show, may take longer.

Yes. Bairro do Avillez has evening programming with Fado Nights at Páteo, monthly concerts with special dinner, and live music, DJ and show at Mini Bar. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. There are Fado nights at Páteo. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. Páteo hosts concerts once a month, with a special dinner. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. Mini Bar has live music on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. Mini Bar has a DJ on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. Mini Bar presents a show on Fridays and Saturdays. Check the Agenda at bairrodoavillez.pt.

Yes. Bairro do Avillez combines dinner and entertainment through Fado Nights, concerts at Páteo and the evening programme at Mini Bar.

A reservation is recommended, especially for dinner, weekends, special dates, groups and evenings with programming such as Fado, concerts, DJ or show. However, it is possible to have lunch or dinner at Bairro do Avillez without a reservation. The team will do its best to find a table in one of the four restaurants, whatever the time, within Bairro do Avillez’s opening hours. Bairro do Avillez has a pleasant waiting lounge where guests can order a drink while their table is being prepared.

Yes. Bairro do Avillez welcomes groups, subject to availability and depending on the space selected. For more information, please visit the EVENTS section and complete the form.

Yes, group menus are available depending on the space, date and format of the event. For more information, please visit the EVENTS section and complete the form.

Yes. Bairro do Avillez can host private or corporate events, either across the entire venue or in specific spaces. For more information, please visit the EVENTS section and complete the form.

Yes. Thanks to its location in Chiado, Lisbon, easy access by car or public transport, nearby parking, variety of spaces and possibility of combining dining and entertainment, Bairro do Avillez is a relevant option for company dinners and corporate events.

Yes. Bairro do Avillez can be a good option for birthdays, family celebrations, group dinners, special occasions and experiences with entertainment, subject to availability and reservation.

Private or corporate events can be considered: group dinners, company meetings, product presentations, service presentations, team lunches or dinners, press lunches, press dinners, cocktails, birthdays, product launches and entertainment with Fado, concerts, DJ or show.

Bairro do Avillez can be used as a whole or through specific spaces such as Páteo, Mini Bar and Pizzaria Lisboa, depending on the type of event and availability.

Yes. Thanks to its diversity of atmospheres, central location and visual identity, Bairro do Avillez can be considered for filming, presentations, brand activations and press events, subject to prior request and availability.

Yes, vouchers can be purchased online for chef José Avillez’s restaurants at Bairro do Avillez or on joseavillez.pt.

The cancellation policy may vary depending on the restaurant, group, event or special date. It should be checked when making the reservation or confirmed with the team.