Grapes & Bites - A Taste of Lisbon's Finest Portuguese Cuisine and Wine Selection.
Located in the heart of Lisbon on Rua do Norte, Grapes & Bites offers an inviting atmosphere where traditional Portuguese flavors meet a vibrant vibe, enhanced by live music and an impressive wine list. The menu showcases an array of thoughtfully prepared dishes that celebrate local ingredients and culinary heritage, perfect for foodies, wine lovers, and travelers seeking an authentic Lisbon dining experience.
Starters
Begin your meal with a variety of tempting starters that highlight Portugal’s rich culinary traditions. From the simple elegance of azeite and flavorful azeitonas temperadas , to indulgent croquete de bochecha de porco . Savor the mousse de sardinha or indulge in artisanal cheese and cured meat boards featuring multiple varieties, including the prized presunto pata negra . Complement these with classics like batatas assadas and creme de legumes , offering a warm and comforting start.
Main courses
The mains at Grapes & Bites showcase the best of Portuguese flavors with a modern twist. Seafood lovers will delight in dishes like the garlicky camarão ao alhinho , fresh filete de sardinha com broa , and the tender carpaccio de polvo that perfectly balances freshness and texture. Meat dishes such as the richly flavored bochecha de porco preto , served with apple purée and mushroom ragout, and the lombo de novilho com molho à portuguesa highlight the depth of Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian options like stuffed cogumelos with mixed vegetables and cheese and pimentos padron recheados com queijo de ovelha providing fresh and satisfying alternatives.
Desserts
End your meal on a sweet note with house specialties like the bolo cremoso de chocolate that offers a rich, velvety chocolate experience and the tangy cheesecake de maracujá blending passionfruit’s brightness with creamy cheese.
Drinks and specials
Complement your food journey with Grapes & Bites’ curated selection of Portuguese wines, available by the glass or bottle, perfectly paired to enhance each dish’s flavors. The vibrant atmosphere is further elevated by live music nightly, creating an inviting space for casual gatherings, romantic dinners, or lively celebrations. Whether savoring a cocktail, a fine wine, or a perfectly brewed coffee, guests will find the ambiance warm and welcoming.
- Starters: Azeite, Azeitonas temperadas, Tábua de queijos e enchidos, Croquete de bochecha de porco, Creme de legumes, Chouriço Assado.
- Main courses: Camarão ao alhinho, Filete de sardinha com broa, Bochecha de porco preto com puré de maçã, Lombo de novilho com molho à portuguesa, Polvo assado com batata, Ceviche de atum, Vegetarian specialties.
- Desserts: Bolo cremoso de chocolate, Cheesecake de maracujá.
- Drinks & specials: Extensive Portuguese wine list by glass or bottle, expertly recommended by the attentive staff, with live music enhancing the lively atmosphere.
