Bairro do Avillez: Four Worlds Under One Roof — With a Touch of Paris in the Heart of Lisbon

Walking through Chiado, one of Lisbon’s most elegant neighbourhoods, it’s impossible to miss the striking building that houses Bairro do Avillez. It looks grand, almost theatrical, and stepping inside feels like entering a different universe. Here, under one roof, you’ll find four completely different restaurant concepts, all created by Portugal’s most famous chef, José Avillez. It’s a culinary playground — a place where an evening easily turns into a night out.

Four Concepts, Four Personalities

Páteo is the lively centrepiece: bright, bustling, and all about fish and seafood in a modern Portuguese style. Think high ceilings, energy in the air, and dishes designed for sharing.

Next door is Taberna, warm and nostalgic. This is Avillez’ refined take on a traditional Portuguese tasca: petiscos, charcuterie, cheeses, comfort flavours and a homely, rustic vibe.

Hidden behind a red theatrical door lies an entirely different world: Mini Bar – Cabaret Gourmet. Deep red tones, dim lights, velvet, shadows and a speakeasy mood. It feels like a Parisian underground club — Moulin Rouge meets contemporary gastronomy.

And then there’s Pizzaria Lisboa, the most relaxed concept in the building, serving artisan pizzas with the signature Avillez touch.

Mini Bar – A Parisian Cabaret Night in Lisbon

Mini Bar is where the magic truly happens. The space is intimate, almost secretive, and the show starts quietly before taking over the room. The singers don’t just stay on stage — they wander through the tables, touch your shoulder, play with the guests, and make everyone part of the moment. It’s fun, bold and surprisingly tender at the same time. For a second, you forget you’re in Lisbon; it feels like Montmartre.

Fine Dining, Playful and Creative — With Clear Prices

Mini Bar offers two ways to dine:

• 6-course tasting menu – €92.50
• À la carte fine-dining sharing plates, beautifully presented and perfect for exploring.

The menu is surprisingly friendly for vegetarians and vegans. These are the standout dishes — all with their prices:

Veggie & Vegan Dishes

• Baba ganoush cone – €12.75
• Algarve carrot tostada (2 pcs.) – €9.25
• Smoked beetroot tartare – €17.00
• Green vegetables & lime curry – €17.00
• Charcoal-grilled aubergine with chives and balsamic – €7.50
• Sticky rice with coconut – €6.50
• Fries – €6.50
• White rice – €5.25
• Grilled snow peas, yuzu emulsion – €6.50

The dishes are playful, elegant and full of surprises — exactly what you’d expect when a top chef lets his creativity run free.

The José Avillez Universe

Bairro do Avillez is just one part of Avillez’ world. His other restaurants show how broad his culinary vision is:

• Belcanto – Two Michelin stars, listed among The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Portuguese haute cuisine at the highest level.
• Encanto – A fully vegan Michelin-starred restaurant, right next to Belcanto. Stunning, delicate and unlike anything else in Lisbon.
• Cantinho do Avillez – Contemporary Portuguese cuisine inspired by Avillez’ travels.
• Tasca Chic, Jacaré, Barra Cascabel – Three different experiences under the El Corte Inglés Gourmet Experience roof.
• Tasca Dubai – His international project: modern Portuguese flavours in the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira.

Knowing this, Bairro do Avillez becomes even more fascinating — it’s the place where Avillez experiments, entertains and lets his imagination loose.

A Night Out That Feels Like Paris — Without Leaving Lisbon

The magic of Mini Bar is the total experience: the beautiful historic building, the mix of four different concepts, the food, the music, the cabaret vibe — and the feeling that anything can happen. When the singer steps into the room, touches someone’s hand, or makes a whole table laugh, time slows down. It’s intimate, warm, theatrical and unforgettable.

If you want an evening that feels like a night at the Moulin Rouge — but with better food and the charm of Chiado — Mini Bar is an absolute must.

Opening Hours

Daily: 7:00 pm – 3:00 am
Dining until late into the night — always a rare and welcome find in Lisbon