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Epur is highly praised for its exceptional food, attentive service, and elegant ambiance. Guests frequently commend the innovative tasting menus and the use of local ingredients. The restaurant's location offers stunning views of Lisbon, enhancing the dining experience. Some reviewers note that the wine pairing can be expensive, and a few have mentioned minor inconsistencies in dish preparation.

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Epur is a distinguished fine dining restaurant located at Largo da Academia Nacional de Belas Artes 14, in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal. Renowned for its exquisite culinary offerings, Epur specializes in elevated meals that feature a variety of seafood, venison, and fruit dishes, all crafted with locally sourced ingredients. This Michelin-starred establishment provides an intimate dining experience, making it a perfect choice for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable meal in Lisbon.

Epur offers a carefully curated menu that highlights the depth and complexity of flavors. Guests can indulge in:
- A variety of seafood dishes, showcasing the freshness of local catches.
- Unique meat options, including expertly prepared venison.
- Seasonal fruit dishes that add a refreshing twist to the dining experience.
- An extensive wine list that complements the menu, with options for both wine pairings and by-the-glass selections.

The restaurant is known for its elegant presentation and attention to detail, ensuring that each dish is not only a delight to the palate but also a feast for the eyes.

Situated in the vibrant Santa Maria Maior district, Epur is conveniently located near several of Lisbon's notable attractions. Guests can explore:
- The stunning views from the Miradouro de Santa Catarina, just a short walk away.
- The historic architecture of the Chiado district, known for its cultural significance and shopping opportunities.
- The beautiful gardens of the Jardim do Príncipe Real, perfect for a leisurely stroll before or after dining.

Epur's central location makes it an ideal stop for both locals and visitors looking to experience the culinary richness of Lisbon.

Intimate restaurant offering elevated meals, including seafood, venison & fruit dishes.

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Epur, Lisbon
» My visit: Oct 2024
» Total score: 4.6/5 – still very good
» Comment:
I thought the food and the wines were very good.
However, there was one thing that bothered me a little: In my opinion, the team led me through the menu too quickly.
Therefore, I asked the team to slow down early on. They thanked me politely for letting them know this - but in effect disregarded my request. Later, I asked again for a short break - which was again ignored.
I can only assume that the kitchen was unable to slow down their process. If the Epur wants to address this, one measure could perhaps be to equalize things by starting service earlier than 7:30pm. As far as I know, many gourmet restaurants open their doors for dinner guests earlier than 7:30pm.
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My ratings for this gourmet restaurant in detail:

●● Service – 4.6/5 – still very good:
● Hospitality, friendliness, obligingness, etc.: 4.6/5
● Atmosphere, temper, facilitation, etc.: 4.8/5

●● Food – 4.7/5 – very good:
● Flavors (range, depth, composition, harmony/balance, etc.): 4.7/5
● Level (thoroughness, craftsmanship, originality, exclusivity, variety of impressions, consistency/diversity, etc.): 4.8/5
● Choices: 4.4/5

●● Aperitif and the wines – 4.6/5 – still very good:
● Taste (depth/range, length, complexity, balance, accessibility, elegance, intensity/subtlety, etc.): 4.6/5
● Level (variety/novelty of impressions, consistency/diversity, exclusivity, etc.): 4.6/5
● Did the wines match the dishes?: 4.8/5
● Choices: 4.0/5

●● Presentation of the food – 4.1/5 – still good:
● Textures and (differences in) temperatures: 4.8/5
● Colors and decorations: 4.4/5
● Timing and sequencing as well as sizes of portions: 3.1/5
● Special effects (positionings, DIY-effects, sculptural or thematic elements, surprises, color and motion effects, fake effects, olfactory effects, fog or smoke effects, etc.):  3.2/5
● Procedures at and around the table (attunements and explanations, elements added/changed, service and staffing intensity, involvement of kitchen team, orchestrated dish presentations, preparations and dishes (partially) built up at the table, etc.): 4.7/5

●● Presentation of beverages, mainly the wines – 4.4/5 – good to very good:
● Procedures at and around the table (explanations and attunements, etc.): 4.4/5
● Quantities poured as well as timing in relation to the dishes: 4.3/5

●● Premises and location – 4.7/5 – very good:
● Accessibility, surroundings and - as applicable - the view: 4.8/5
● How did I like the room or - as applicable - outdoor area’s style, decor and atmosphere?: 4.8/5
● Well-being (space, privacy, temperature, ventilation/odors, lighting, soundscape, sanitary facilities, etc.): 4.6/5

●● Price – 4.7/5 – very good:
● Price-performance ratio for food: 4.8/5
● Price-performance ratio for wines and other beverages: 4.4/5
● Price transparency and correspondence of the expected to the actual price (simple, complete and unambiguous price information on the restaurant's website and in the menu, etc.): 4.9/5

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What should have been the peak of our culinary trip to Lisbon, unfortunately didn’t fully meet our expectations.

Don’t get me wrong: the venue with its view over the city is beautiful, the menu was very tasty and definitely earned the Michelin Star. However, the service was definitely not up to this recognition.

Cutlery was forgotten once, we waited for the wine card for 30 minutes and when telling the service in a polite way about those shortcomings, the feedback was simply taken without apology or whatsoever.

Overall a very good quality of the kitchen and all in all the evening was very nice and enjoyable. However given the Michelin recognition, we would have expected a little more.

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I had an excellent experience at Epur. The range of dishes and combinations of flavors/textures were a treat. The preparation showcased locally sourced ingredients. Dining next to the art piece in the far dining room was a bonus. I won't give away what it is, but my husband correctly identified its abstract shape. I also loved the beautiful oak tables. It was clever not to cover them with tablecloths. The service is extremely precise and formal. The formal tone of the service makes the atmosphere feel very formal.

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I had an excellent 150-minute dining experience at Epur. I ordered wines by the glass and thought they were very reasonably priced (~9 to 15 EUR). Based on those prices, I don't think the 80 EUR wine pairing is worth it. I ordered the Epurismo menu, which included two additional courses including my favorite dish (oxtail with pasta) and was quite filled before the dessert. Our servers were very attentive as expected and I very much enjoyed their synchronized table service (yes there was a lot of focus on utensil placement but we had some fun with it ;)). My least favorite dish was the shrimp.

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Solid fine dining restaurant. Not a big fan of the cucumber pre dessert dish and the oxtail dish is slightly over salty but overall a solid place. The main reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the tipping part. I was asked if I was going to tip and I said yes (of course since I’m from America I’m used to tipping). For 160 bill I’d tip 20% (for a non tipping culture like Portugal it’s a lot) but they added 40 euro which is 25% when they hand me the bill instead of letting me do it. I mean it isn’t a big difference between 20 and 25% but the way they added automatically without asking puts me off a little.

Experience Fine Dining at Epur in Lisbon's Art District

Epur, opened in 2018 by Chef Vincent Farges, quickly earned a Michelin star for its innovative approach to Portuguese cuisine. The restaurant is housed in a historic building in the Chiado district, offering panoramic views of Lisbon's downtown area.

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