Reviews - Velha Taberna - Casa de Fados
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Ludovic V. • 1 review
January 3, 2026
10/10Magical fado
Wade B. • 1 review
December 10, 2025
10/10An absolutely amazing experience. The people were so genuine and attentive. It felt as if we were invited into someone’s home for the evening. One of our best experiences in Lisbon. The food was truly outstanding. The Fado beautiful
João S. • 1 review
November 29, 2025
10/10Great food, great service and great fado
Carlos C. • 3 reviews
November 15, 2025
9/10cozy small place, with friendly service, the food is ok, the music (Fado) was grear. Located in old Lisbon, the pmace is worth a visit. Great time.
Hector B. • 2 reviews
October 26, 2025
8.5/10Very personal service with quaint and intimate surroundings. Fado singer had great voice and accompanying musicians. Food was limited in selection but well prepared and satisfying.
Jyrki V. • 1 review
October 15, 2025
8/10Place is small and cozy, service very friendly and Fado show was excellent. Food was avarage, small bites were good, main course only avarage.
Caro H. • 1 review
October 15, 2025
10/10We had a really great evening with good food, great service and wonderful Fado.
Catherine C. • 1 review
October 4, 2025
10/10A small, quaint restaurant with a limited menu, but a true gem. The food was delicious, the server was warm and friendly, we loved her wine recommendation and ordered a 2nd bottle. The chocolate mouse was rich and creamy. And the Fado performers, 2 guitarists, one of whom also sang, were wonderful. Felt like an authentic Portuguese experience.
Robert V. • 1 review
October 2, 2025
9/10The ambiance, the pleasure of eating good food with Fado playing live.
Elizabeth M. • 1 review
September 24, 2025
10/10Very small. Only 22 people. Probably could seat 3 more. But it was nice. Felt very personal. The wait staff were terrific. The Fado was lovely.
Kate T. • 1 review
September 18, 2025
9/10Perfect service and wonderful music. Very talented singer. The tapas and wine lovely. Main courses for us were not as good, go for the Tapas. Overall a wonderful evening.
Peter E. • 1 review
September 10, 2025
10/10Fantastic food, nice staff and wonderful Fado!
Bogdan T. • 11 reviews
September 10, 2025
10/10Amazing food, even better service and the fado experience was out of this world. 10/10 the best food and ambiance of our stay in Lisbon!
deanna r. • 1 review
September 3, 2025
10/10The tuna streak entree was wonderful!
Hava B. • 1 review
August 22, 2025
9/10the food was very tasty, the service was excellent and the fado show was amazing
Howard K. • 1 review
June 20, 2025
10/10Wonderful, free Fado in intimate setting with friendly staff & excellent service. Highly recommend it !
Camilla G. • 1 review
June 13, 2025
10/10Lovely staff, amazing atmosphere, good food and incredible music to laugh and cry with all night with a glass at hand.
Meredith J. • 1 review
May 14, 2025
10/10The food was delicious and I loved hearing the musicians perform. The music was moving and made for a really nice experience. It started out fairly empty but filled up by the last set. I was too full to eat more but I wanted to try everything on the menu! The service was exceptional and the chef even checked in about how my experience was! I’d definitely recommend!
Taiichi K. • 3 reviews
May 17, 2025
10/10Small but cozy and so welcoming hospitality and atmosphere. The perfect fad restaurant for a memorable night in Alfama.
Titty g. • 4 reviews
May 3, 2025
10/10Nice place. People very polite and friendly
Nils M. • 17 reviews
May 2, 2025
10/10Friendly staff, great service, delicious food and fantastic music.
Lasma P. • 5 reviews
November 28, 2024
10/10Great petiscos and very unique menu! Loved it!
Serena b. • 1 review
October 31, 2024
10/10Food was delicious and great, friendly service. All reasonably priced and lovely atmosphere.
Matt W. • 6 reviews
October 15, 2024
10/10Amazing dinner from both the tasty food and the conversation with the owner. Don’t hesitate to book a meal at Velha Taberna!
Ewelina K. • 1 review
October 1, 2024
10/10A hidden gem among Lisbon's restaurants in the famous Alfama. A short, well-thought-out menu - Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist at its best. Very nice owner who will talk, advise and offer delicacies. The desserts were amazing!
Felipe R. • 1 review
September 19, 2024
10/10Great Food and service. Rubel was very helpful and friendly.
emanuele c. • 20 reviews
August 27, 2024
5.5/10Pica Pau soup was unbalanced with only taste of coriandolo.
Elisa C. • 3 reviews
August 16, 2024
10/10Very typical place
Tomi V. • 1 review
August 16, 2024
10/10Food and the atmosphere were amazing
Fabio C. • 28 reviews
August 10, 2024
4.5/10We were very disappointed taking into consideration the classification and the comments. The only item that was good was the Bacalhau a Taberna Velha. All other items (caldo verde, bifana, pudim) were bad. We believe this as a tourist trap.
Florin T. • 1 review
June 13, 2024
10/10Ribel the cook was fantastic! Perfect service, wonderful cooking advice and inside tips on Lisbon foods were highly appreciated! Personalized service, great ambiance despite the not-so-inspiring exterior building. We will recommend to friends and will surely be back when visiting Lisbon next time.
Paul t. • 3 reviews
March 17, 2024
10/10simple, local, fun and affordable.
Joseph F. • 7 reviews
January 6, 2024
10/10A good value for money and delicious food (tapas style). Beautiful ambient as well.
Mariana R. • 4 reviews
December 28, 2023
10/10
Very delicious place!! All the dishes we tried were really good, we experienced the real Portuguese food. Price 10/10
Giacomo U. • 20 reviews
November 4, 2023
2/10Fake photo and menu in description
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