🍻 The 10 Best Places to Enjoy Craft Beer in Lisbon
Here’s a selection of the best places in Lisbon to enjoy craft beer. Lisbon is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city where the craft beer scene is booming. Specialized bars offer a wide selection of beers, both local and international, providing enthusiasts with a unique tasting experience.
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1. Flor de Lúpulo
Nestled on Heróis de Quionga Street, Flor de Lúpulo offers one of Lisbon’s best beer selections. With nearly 50 international labels and around twenty Portuguese bottled beers, along with ten drafts to enjoy on-site, this establishment is a top destination for beer lovers. Their shared dishes, like their bestseller, “moelas,” are also highly recommended.
- Monday to Thursday: 4:00 PM–10:30 PM
- Friday, Saturday: 4:00 PM–12:30 AM
- Sunday: Closed
📍R. Passos Manuel 102C, 1150-053 Lisboa
Alvalade
2. ArtesanaLis Bottle Shop
Located in the Alvalade neighborhood since October 2018, ArtesanaLis is a boutique and bar for craft beers. Despite its limited space, ArtesanaLis offers an impressive selection of nearly 100 labels, ranging from international references to Portuguese brands. You can enjoy on-site or take away.
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Thursday: 3:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Friday, Saturday: 3:30 PM–10:00 PM
- Sunday: 3:30 PM–8:00 PM
📍R. Acácio de Paiva 9A, 1700-003 Lisboa
Arreiro
3. Cerveteca Lisboa
Cerveteca Lisboa is more than just a craft beer bar. As the first establishment of its kind to open in Lisbon in 2014, Cerveteca was instrumental in the rise of the craft beer scene in the Portuguese capital.
This iconic venue offers an impressive selection of beers, both domestic and foreign, with over 12 taps in constant rotation and a carefully curated selection of bottles. Plus, it boasts a large terrace for enjoying an open-air ambiance. Cerveteca is a must-visit for all craft beer enthusiasts in Lisbon.
Furthermore, Cerveteca regularly hosts entertaining events to liven up its evenings. From exciting nighttime quizzes to hilarious stand-up comedy shows, this establishment offers plenty of entertainment to accompany your beer tastings. Whether you’re a beer aficionado or just looking for a lively night out, Cerveteca Lisboa will warmly welcome you.
- Monday to Thursday: 12:30 PM–10:30 PM
- Friday: 12:30 PM–12:00 AM
- Saturday: 2:30 PM–11:00 PM
- Sunday: 2:30 PM–9:30 PM
📍 Av. de Paris 15B, 1000-227 Lisboa
Baixa Pombalina
4-5. Beer Canil – Craft Beer
Located in the Baixa district, Beer Canil offers 32 beer taps, including six of their own production and 20 Portuguese beers. The bottle list features over 100 different references. In addition to beer, Beer Canil offers a selection of dishes, including sandwiches, burgers, and Portuguese snacks. They also host various events such as rock concerts.
They have two locations in the city center, but we prefer the first one:
- Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 12:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Friday, Saturday: 12:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM–12:00 AM
📍 R. de Santa Marta 35, 1150-295 Lisboa
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 1:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Friday, Saturday: 1:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM–12:00 AM
📍 R. dos Douradores 133, 1100-213 Lisboa
Bica
6. Musa da Bica
Located in the space of the former Tasca da Tijúlia, Musa da Bica offers a unique experience by combining beer, gastronomy, and music 2 to 3 times a week. With around fifteen taps offering beers from the Musa Made in Portugal brewery and others, this establishment offers a particularly convivial atmosphere.
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Thursday: 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Friday, Saturday: 1:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM–11:00 PM
📍 Calçada de Salvador Correia de Sá 2A, 1200-399 Lisboa
Chiado
7. Delirium Café
Delirium Café is a famous beer bar chain originating from Belgium. Its history dates back to 1988 when Joël Pecheur opened a small café called “Delirium Tremens” in Brussels, Belgium. This café, located in the city’s historic district, quickly became popular for its wide selection of Belgian beers, including the Delirium Tremens beer produced by the Huyghe brewery.
In 2004, the café was renamed “Delirium Café” and became famous for holding the Guinness World Record for the largest variety of beers available in a bar, with over 2000 different references at one time. Since then, Delirium Café has become a brewing institution, attracting beer enthusiasts from around the world.
The Delirium brand is also known for its iconic pink elephants, which often adorn the labels of their beers. Today, Delirium Café has several branches worldwide, including in Brussels, Tokyo, Amsterdam, and of course, Lisbon. Each location offers a lively and friendly atmosphere where beer lovers can enjoy a wide selection of craft and classic beers in a unique and original setting.
- Monday to Thursday: 1:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Friday, Saturday: 1:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sunday: 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
📍 Calçada Nova de São Francisco 2A, 1200-289 Lisboa
8. Duque Brewpub
The Duque Brewpub has been an iconic spot for Portuguese craft beer in Lisbon since 2016. With 12 different beers on tap and a diverse selection in bottles, this establishment offers a comprehensive experience for beer enthusiasts. Don’t miss their epic tosta mista, a specialty to enjoy alongside your drinks.
- Tuesday to Saturday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Monday, Sunday: Closed
📍 Calçada do Duque 51, 1200-156 Lisboa
Marvila
9. Musa da Marvila
In 2017, Musa opened its doors to the public. Located in Marvila, it combines a brewery and a bar with a sleek appearance and a view of the silos where the beer is brewed. In addition to bottles, easily found in various restaurants and shops around the city, there are 12 taps filled with beers produced on-site, as well as occasional guest taps.
In 2022, it merged with Bo Brewpub, the brewery behind Bolina beer. With its concert hall and restaurant space offering several vegetarian options, Musa has become a prime hangout for locals and beer aficionados.
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Thursday, Sunday: 5:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Friday: 5:00 PM–3:00 AM
- Saturday: 1:00 PM–3:00 AM
📍 R. do Vale Formoso 9, 1950-277 Lisboa
10-11. Dois Corvos
And we finish with the crème de la crème of Made In Portugal: the Dois Corvos brewery, renowned for producing some of the finest craft beers in Lisbon and Portugal! You’ll find several of their brews featured in most of the establishments in this article.
In addition to limited editions available in stores, the Marvila bar offers a dozen different beers to enjoy on-site, providing visitors with an immersive experience in the world of craft beer. We love their decor and tasting room, but most of all, being in their brewery surrounded by their barrels for a complete artisanal atmosphere!
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Thursday, Sunday: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Friday, Saturday: 3:00 PM–1:00 AM
📍 R. Cap. Leitão 94, 1950-052 Lisboa
And they also have an address in Intendente:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Friday, Saturday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
📍 Rua dos Anjos 16B, 1150-037 Lisboa
Epilogue
This list is just a sample of the diversity and richness of the craft beer scene in Lisbon. Whether you’re a seasoned beer lover or simply curious to explore new flavors, these establishments will offer you an unforgettable experience in the Portuguese capital.
