Zapata - Lisboa

In Portugal you must know how to talk to the locals. Portuguese people tend to be vocal and friendly. I conversed with the staff. Food here is good. It's a cozy place where locals go. Went here a few times. Our waiter, Joąo was very nice. So are the older guys upfront.

I really enjoyed Zapata. It was super close to my Airbnb, which made it convenient, and had I stayed in the neighborhood longer, I likely would have returned for dinner. I arrived at opening time, without a reservation, on a Wednesday evening. As a solo diner, I was able to be seated immediately. Staff were friendly and efficient and the prices here are reasonable.<br/ <br/ It had a been a long day of travel and I was starving, so I ordered the bread, garlic shrimp, grouper, and of course, wine. My white wine was light and paired well with my seafood-based meal. The bread was delicious with a nice crust. Shrimp was perfectly cooked and super garlicky, which I loved. The simply grilled grouper was fresh and good, though I found the vegetables underseasoned (I was able to rectify that).<br/ <br/ Zapata is not huge, but it is a pretty restaurant in my favorite Lisbon neighborhood, and I'd gladly returned for a delicious, hearty meal.

A true local family run restaurant. Cash only, do not speak English, counter service only (and take out). Got the Carne de Porco Frita À Casa with Gambas (fried pork shrimp in a garlic sauce) with a glass of house red wine. It was heavenly and my best meal in Lisbon

My favourite restaurant in Lisbon. The cost-benefit relation is amazing, you eat really good in terms of quality and quantity. The employees are also really cool. You should try the Octopus Fillets !!

A busy and traditional Portuguese restaurant. Menu provides many choices. Fish was good. Staff was helpful even though they are very busy. Good value.