Mini Bar is no exception to line of restaurants making Lisbon a gastronomic haven. The atmosphere is phenomenal, and as is the selection of drinks and food. Make an evening of it and treat yourself to the 'Chef's Menu': a 12 course menu which is full of surprises. And, if you're in the mood to get groovy, the bar turns into a club from Wednesday through to Saturday as the DJ takes over the decks. This is a spot not to be missed!

For excellent seafood, head to Aqui Há Peixe where the fish is fresh and the vibes are good. They also have an excellent wine list which is worth noting. 

This is the hub of creativity and experimental performance art within Lisbon. Galeria Zé dos Bois is the place to go to get a sense of the local creative scene, or, just for a fun night-out. Check out their residencies for a sense of what's next on their groovy schedule. 

The lemon-tree-shaded courtyard is the main draw of Clara Café, hidden inside the Brotéria cultural centre on the fringe of Bairro Alto. Chef Diogo Noronha and barman Fernão Gonçalves (who have worked together before) run an all-day kitchen of seasonal, largely vegetable-led cooking. The menu rotates, with a slice of quiche Lorraine served alongside potato salad with parsley and basil pesto or, for something sweeter, a caramelised croissant topped with cherry and blueberry marmalade.