Reviews - Velha Taberna - Casa de Fados
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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. • 16 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. • 26 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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