Headed by celebrity chef, Ljubomir Stanisic, you can bet that Bistro 100 Maneiras serves Portuguese cuisine at its most creative. Order the mushroom risotto, and if you're into your gins, ask for a spot in the 'Hendrick's Room' on the second floor. 

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. 

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.

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.