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# José Avillez’s Restaurants

José Avillez has created a diverse portfolio of restaurants in Portugal and abroad, each with its own distinctive concept, identity and culinary philosophy.

![Man in a black t-shirt leans against a light stone wall with arms crossed, looking to the right.](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/jose-avillez.jpg)

## The Gastronomic Universe of José Avillez

In Lisbon, José Avillez’s collection of restaurants offers a wide range of dining experiences  
 Beyond Portugal, the José Avillez universe extends to **Dubai**, with **Tasca** at the **Mandarin Jumeira Dubai**, and to **Macau**, with **Mesa** at **THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU**.

![Belcanto](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/belcanto-1110x740.jpg)### Belcanto

Awarded **two Michelin Stars** and recognized as the only Portuguese restaurant to feature in **The World’s 50 Best Restaurants**, **Belcanto** represents José Avillez’s most sophisticated interpretation of contemporary Portuguese cuisine. It offers an exceptional fine dining experience.

![Encanto](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/encanto-1110x740.jpg)### Encanto

Awarded **one Michelin Star**, **Encanto** is José Avillez’s fine dining restaurant dedicated entirely to the world of vegetables. The restaurant serves a unique seasonal tasting menu, available exclusively for dinner.

![Bairro do Avillez](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/bairro-do-avillez-entrada-1110x740.jpg)### Bairro do Avillez

Located in the heart of Chiado, **Bairro do Avillez** brings together four distinct concepts under one roof: **Taberna**, **Páteo**, **Mini Bar** and **Pizzaria Lisboa**. Its role within José Avillez’s portfolio is unique. Rather than focusing on a single restaurant concept, Bairro do Avillez is a complete gastronomic destination where visitors can enjoy a variety of experiences in one location. Portuguese cuisine, creative cooking, artisan cheeses, cured meats, traditional petiscos, cocktails, Portuguese wines, pizzas, live entertainment and vibrant nightlife all come together in a single venue.

![Image](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/cantinho-avillez-1110x740.jpg)### Cantinho do Avillez

**Cantinho do Avillez** has several locations across Portugal, including **Chiado**, **Parque das Nações**, **Cascais** and **Porto**.  
 Each restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere centered on comforting Portuguese cuisine, enriched by flavors and influences inspired by José Avillez’s travels around the world.

![Image](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mare-1110x740.jpg)### Maré

Located in **Cascais**, **Maré** enjoys a spectacular seafront setting. Specializing in fresh fish and seafood, it combines outstanding ingredients, attentive service and a unique terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

![Image](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/jacare-1110x740.jpg)### Tasca Chique and Jacaré

Within the **Gourmet Experience** at **El Corte Inglés Lisbon**, José Avillez also created **Tasca Chic** and **Jacaré**.

![Restaurantes José Avillez](https://www.bairrodoavillez.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/restaurantes-joseavillez-001.jpg)

## How to Choose the Right Restaurant

The best restaurant depends on the occasion.  
 For fine dining experience, choose **Belcanto** or **Encanto**.  
 For contemporary Portuguese cuisine in Chiado, **Páteo** is the ideal choice.  
 If you’re looking for traditional petiscos, quick service and an outdoor terrace, **Taberna** is the perfect option.  
 For creative cuisine, signature cocktails and an elegant evening atmosphere, head to **Mini Bar**.  
 Families and larger groups will enjoy **Pizzaria Lisboa**, while seafood lovers should visit **Maré** in Cascais, near the ocean.  
 For relaxed Portuguese comfort food with international influences, **Cantinho do Avillez** is an excellent choice.  
 To discover the full collection of José Avillez restaurants, visit the official José Avillez website: www.joseavillez.pt

## Faq’s

## What other restaurants does José Avillez have?

Chef José Avillez has several restaurants in Portugal – in Lisbon, Cascais and Porto – as well as in Dubai and Macau. Each restaurant can be explored on joseavillez.pt.

## What distinguishes Bairro do Avillez from the chef’s other restaurants?

Bairro stands out for its diversity: in the same space, guests can choose between Portuguese cuisine, petiscos, cocktails, entertainment, pizzas, creative food, events, an outdoor terrace and experiences suited to different moments of the day and night, whether alone, as a couple, with friends, as a family, in a business setting or while visiting the city. Bairro do Avillez is open all day, every day of the week.