Reviews - Fama d'Alfama Restaurante - Casa de Fados
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Anny Z. • 2 reviews
July 22, 2025
2/10
There is a minimum amount to be spent each meal, which was on the front of the menu with VERY TINY font. so if you miss that, your waiter will NOT remind you, you will be so surprised to hear when you asked for the bill, then you get a whole side eye + lecture how this is not acceptable. Food is below average, does not recommend. btw, the minimum for dinner is 40 EURO per person, cold plate is 20 EURO + 1 glass of sangria was like 15 EURO, again, we do not recommend it.
Timothy P. • 1 review
July 17, 2025
10/10Fado, food, and service were excellent!
Clare D. • 1 review
June 30, 2025
8/10The environment and Fado was incredible. The food was a little lacking in flavor, though, and I would be cautious that the bread and olives they put out when you arrive are not complementary.
Maria D. • 2 reviews
July 10, 2025
9/10Great spot for some authentic Portuguese food with amazing Fado musicians!
Ariadna P. • 1 review
July 9, 2025
9/10The performance was absolutely mindblowing
Justyna S. • 1 review
July 5, 2025
10/10What an amazing venue! We had a delicious dinner served by attentive staff. The fado concert was superb! I will come back if I am ever back in Lisbon again!
Andreia S. • 1 review
June 22, 2025
10/10Fantastic atmosphere, impeccable service, satisfying food, incredible musicians. Thank you for an absolutely memorable night.
Rachel W. • 1 review
June 16, 2025
10/10Great place, great food, great atmosphere
Rudolf B. • 1 review
June 15, 2025
10/10It was a memorable event; very friendly and great singers and musicians
Selden R. • 1 review
June 14, 2025
4.5/10The food was terrible compared to other Portuguese restaurants we went to and the music, which was supposed to start at 19:30, didn’t start until after 20:30.
Joyce S. • 1 review
June 2, 2025
10/10The food and the show
Janet D. • 1 review
June 6, 2025
10/10
Great food and a great show, lovely vibe in the room and the Fado show was amazing . Staff were friendly and so well organised. Can’t rate this restaurant any better.11/10
May V. • 1 review
June 8, 2025
10/10Amazing atmosphere!! A dream really. The food was wonderful as well.
Bill C. • 1 review
June 3, 2025
10/10A great experience from the beginning. We were warmly welcomed by the hostess/singer and seated. The atmosphere was intimate and you felt like part of the family. The food was very good and the fado performers were excellent. They made my birthday memorable- they brought a piece of cake and sang happy birthday!
shahar m. • 1 review
June 2, 2025
9.5/10We enjoyed very much, the food was tasty, the ambience was wonderful, very recommended.
Patricia P. • 1 review
May 31, 2025
10/10
What a memorable night!!since we arrived the food was amazing the service 5 stars the fado was great and the ambiance you feeling like you are part of the family !!highly recommended
Greg S. • 1 review
May 31, 2025
9.5/10Great entertainment, food and drinks
Mary K. • 1 review
May 28, 2025
10/10We had a really nice time. Food was good and the service was excellent. It was a great experience. Singers were awesome. You could feel the passion in the music.
Marcus M. • 1 review
May 17, 2025
4.5/10(1) Despite making a reservation for our table and showing up at the restaurant early when no other customers were seated, we were seated at a table right next to the washroom, (2) The tuna steak that my wife ordered was too salty with teriyaki sauce, and the side vegetables were also mixed with teriyaki sauce which makes it too salty for her. (3) Before I made reservation, I reached out to the restaurant to inquire the time when fado music would start. I was told that fado music would start at 8:30pm. However, fado music did not start until 9:25pm.
Sylvia L. • 1 review
May 23, 2025
10/10Unforgettable Fado music - so emotional. Loved it
Nelly Z. • 1 review
May 22, 2025
10/10Excellent service, best quality food, the greatest Fado show.. everything was just PERFECT! The best experience ever
Haitham A. • 1 review
May 20, 2025
10/10Food and Fado
katty a. • 1 review
May 13, 2025
10/10The food and service were superb, but the highlight of the night was ofcourse the wonderful music. Highly recommend this restaurant
Rosemarie P. • 1 review
May 12, 2025
5.5/10We were greeted well, our server took our order promptly. The food was ok. When we declined dessert and asked for our bill, we were told to wait until the singer finished. She finished, we didn't get our bill, a new singer started, we didn't get our bill, that singer finished, we didn't get our bill. I had to ask yet again, then we were asked to go to the computer where ordered were processed to review the bill as their internet wasn't very strong..... it took us over 45 minutes just to get our bill.
Rosemary P. • 1 review
May 12, 2025
8.5/10Food was extremely good. Fado was incredible. The two singers were really talented. Didn’t give 5 stars bc they asked us to pay 1/2 in cash so they could pay the musicians and then the CC machine didn’t work. Ambiance was lovely.
Jill E. • 1 review
April 2, 2025
8.5/10We met friends who were also visiting Lisbon and had time to catch up and compare notes before the music started so the timing was good. The energy of the restaurant is great and the food was very good. However, the strictness of the announcer (we were unceremoniously told to leave right away so as not to interrupt the show while we were trying to pay) was less than desirable for a nice evening out.
Laura F. • 3 reviews
April 24, 2025
10/10Great good and great Fado! It was really a wonderful night!
Cindy H. • 1 review
April 15, 2025
10/10The food was delicious; the staff was topnotch and the music touched my soul. It was a wonderful way to experience the culture of Lisbon.
Dean M. • 1 review
April 16, 2025
7.5/10Nice setting. Tables a little cramped. Food decent but not served hot. Limited servers may have affected overall rating.
Alessandro B. • 6 reviews
April 17, 2025
10/10
An amazing first night in Lisbon, thanks to the fabulous food and music of Fama d’Alfama!
Nanna Valborg P. • 1 review
April 13, 2025
10/10The food was excellent. We had the tuna, shrimps and fish soup! The chocolate mousse was really nice as well. And the fado was a great experience. Beautiful vocals and music. Absolutely worth a visit!
Louise L. • 1 review
April 13, 2025
10/10Food was great! Nice to be able to experience traditional Fado. The tables are set really close together so be prepared to make new friends. Nonetheless, the service was great and you never felt rushed. Expect to spend the entire evening - (3-4 hours) to experience this.
Artor B. • 3 reviews
April 11, 2025
9.5/10I would like to express my appreciation for Fama d'Alfama Restaurant, which stands out as one of the finest dining experiences I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying. The exceptional service, outstanding cuisine, and delightful atmosphere—enhanced by wonderful music—make every visit truly memorable. It is certainly a place worth visiting and savoring every moment.
Lyndon W. • 2 reviews
April 4, 2025
10/10Great atmosphere, service and the fire was awesome. The highlight was the Fado music!
Russ T. • 1 review
March 28, 2025
10/10The food and service staff were wonderful. But the Fado music made our evening enchanted. I marveled at the mandolin and Fado guitar musicians I highly recommend this restaurant for the food, and the music is a special bonus. No cover charge
Laura L. • 1 review
March 21, 2025
6.5/10At booking I wasn’t informed there was a minimum spend of €100. I was told this when I asked for the bill. Rather disappointed with this
Paula P. • 1 review
March 24, 2025
10/10The service snd advice given by the waitress was excellent. The portion sizes were very generous so we felt it was good value for money. The fish soup was superb and the tuna steak was delicious. Enjoyed the singers too. Would highly recommend a visit to anyone coming to Lisbon.
alice w. • 2 reviews
March 21, 2025
10/10Great performance, nice setting with delicious dinner
Joao Marcelo B. • 1 review
March 17, 2025
7.5/10The music was fantastic, but the food and overall table service are nothing but regular.
Erik W. • 1 review
March 17, 2025
7/10Good Ambiente and awesome Fado-show. The food is a little over average for Lisboa, but pricy. It is recommended to buy the prepared starter and the water on the table. Cash is also recommended. Many locals there. The restaurant gives a hint for the true soul of Lisboa. But you have to know what to expect.
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