Best Espresso in Lisbon

Gleba Príncipe Real – Padaria & Café de Especialidade

Príncipe Real

Artisan bakery and specialty coffee bar focused on heritage grains and natural fermentation alongside quality coffee

Acento Coffee

Saldanha

Compact specialty spot offering seasonal single-origin batches and creative espresso drinks with attention to brewing detail

A20 - Specialty coffee & Food

Alvalade

Specialty coffee spot on Avenida de Roma serving quality espresso and filter alongside standout house-made food

Filtrô - Creative Lab

Estrela

Guga's passion project serving meticulously extracted V60 pourovers that highlight sweetness and complexity in specialty beans

Clube Caffeine

Arroios

Specialty coffee roasted by renowned Portuguese roaster Senzu, featuring V60 pour-overs and batch brew in a vinyl-spinning café

The Coffee

Cais do Sodré

Urban café merging Brazilian beans with Japanese precision and minimalism, featuring tablet ordering in a clean space

Instant Crunch Saldanha

Saldanha

Brunch-focused spot in Saldanha offering coffee and matcha alongside an all-day menu with outdoor terrace seating

Delta Coffee House - Avenida da Liberdade

Avenida da Liberdade

Historic Lisbon roaster with on-site roasting on Avenida da Liberdade, emphasizing sensory coffee experiences and terroir

The Plate Brunch Bistro

Baixa

Daytime brunch bistro with a zero-waste ethos and rock-driven attitude, focusing on fermentation and milk bread over specialty coffee

Falta Café - Specialty Coffee, Breakfast & Sando

Alcântara

A cozy Brazilian breakfast café in Alcântara, Lisbon, known for filter brew coffee, hearty sandwiches, and homemade Brazilian desserts.

Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Alcântara

Alcântara

Danish roastery operation serving their Copenhagen-roasted beans across espresso and filter preparations, with house-baked pastries

Simpli Coffee Braamcamp

Rato

High-quality arabica specialty coffee with artisan pastries and slow-fermented sourdough in a design-forward space

SoLo Brewing Coffee Lab

Saldanha

Specialty coffee roaster and lab serving light-roasted single origins with full retail selection of beans and brewing gear

Copenhagen Coffee Lab & Bakery

Príncipe Real

Danish roastery and bakery serving their own Copenhagen-roasted beans alongside house-made pastries and breads

FÁBRICA COFFEE ROASTERS

Chiado

Family-run roastery and café showcasing Portuguese specialty coffee pioneers with weekly roasted beans and direct sourcing

Tact

Lapa

Owner-operated specialty spot where passionate baristas pour expertise into every cup, from dialed-in espresso to carefully brewed filter coffee

CO-OP Layday

Chiado

Brunch-focused co-op cafe in Chiado serving straightforward coffee and popular breakfast plates in a laid-back setting

Coé Café ☕️🍪

Belém

Bruno's passion-driven kiosk in Parque do Império serving carefully crafted cappuccinos with oat milk and quality espresso

The Coffee

Saldanha

Brazilian-Japanese fusion concept bringing together Brazilian beans and Japanese brewing precision in a cozy two-level space

Good Company Café

Avenidas Novas

Specialty espresso bar with rotating selection of locally roasted Lisbon beans, plus English bookstore and afternoon natural wine bar

The Layers

Avenidas Novas

Specialty coffee spot serving carefully sourced beans with standout pastries like their acclaimed cherry pie

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

Cais do Sodré

Danish roastery chain serving their own Copenhagen-roasted beans as espresso and filter, plus house-baked pastries in a spacious setting

Copenhagen Coffee Lab Alfama

Alfama

Danish roastery with Copenhagen-roasted beans for both espresso and filter, plus house-baked pastries in Alfama's historic quarter

Volta Coffee

Alfama

Alfama neighborhood gem serving specialty coffee with consistent latte art and quality espresso-based drinks in a charming setting

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

Baixa

Danish coffee roastery with in-house roasted beans from their Copenhagen facility, serving espresso and filter coffees alongside house-baked pastries

Ele Ela Café

Santos-O-Velho

Specialty coffee spot in Santos focusing on quality beans and careful preparation with attentive service

Tomorrow at 9 Cafe

Avenidas Novas

Brunch-focused spot tucked away on a quiet street, with a cozy, chill vibe and friendly service led by attentive staff

Fábrica Coffee Roasters

Avenida da Liberdade

Pioneer Portuguese roastery serving their own weekly-roasted specialty beans via espresso and filter, with V60 and Chemex brewing

Nina - Brunch & Speciality Coffee

Parque das Nações

Riverside brunch spot in Parque das Nações serving all-day specialty coffee with freshly calibrated espresso and seasonal signature drinks

Oxe Coffee

Alcântara

Brazilian-inspired neighborhood café serving quality coffee alongside authentic pão de queijo and traditional treats

SM Specialty Coffee Shop

Campolide

Neighborhood specialty coffee spot in Lisboa serving quality espresso drinks with professional barista service and a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere

Do Beco Estefania - Artisanal Bakery, Brunch & Specialty Coffee

Estefânia

Artisanal bakery and brunch spot born from pandemic sourdough passion, now featuring specialty coffee with knowledgeable baristas

LENA Specialty Coffee

Avenidas Novas

Specialty coffee with a South American influence, featuring housemade alfajores and creative signature drinks like their frambuesa iced latte

MAS Specialty Coffee & Brunch

Avenidas Novas

Specialty coffee and brunch destination with knowledgeable baristas crafting quality espresso and filter coffee

Anemia Specialty Coffee & Retail

Campo de Ourique

Intimate specialty coffee spot in a residential neighborhood, drawing visitors for quality brew and attentive service

PENTAGON - Specialty coffee / Vegetarian food / Natural wine / Affordable art

Penha de França

Neighborhood gem serving quality specialty coffee alongside vegetarian fare, natural wines, and rotating art in an intimate setting

Flat Café

Chiado

Neighborhood café in a quiet Lisbon alley serving breakfast and brunch alongside coffee in an understated setting

Neighbourhood Lisbon

Santos

Aussie-owned specialty coffee destination serving flat whites and filter coffee alongside brunch favorites like their signature breakfast burritos

Parioca café

Campolide

Specialty filter-focused spot serving top-tier pour overs alongside cold brew, with knowledgeable baristas ready to guide you through their coffee selection

Hello, Kristof

Santos

In-house roaster and specialty coffee bar brewing V60 and espresso, with a curated brunch menu in a cozy neighborhood setting

Lova coffee and flowers Alcântara

São Bento

Third-wave coffee shop partnering with local Lisbon roasters, serving specialty brews alongside handmade cakes and fresh flowers

Drop. Specialty Coffee & Brunch

São Sebastião da Pedreira

Passionate barista-driven specialty coffee spot with expert preparation and quality brunch offerings in Pedreira

NEDA - specialty coffee

Campo de Ourique

Neighborhood specialty coffee spot serving quality espresso and filter coffee alongside matcha offerings and plant-based milk options

The Happiest Coffee - Specialty Coffee - PAREDE

Parede

Specialty coffee meets culinary craft in Parede, with carefully sourced beans and a focus on exceptional food pairings

The Folks Сhiado - Specialty Coffee, Breakfast & Brunch

Chiado

Specialty coffee and brunch brand serving exceptional coffee with wholesale roasting and café equipment sourcing since 2022

Copenhagen Coffee Lab Bacalhoeiros

Baixa

Copenhagen roastery's Lisbon outpost in historic Bacalhoeiros, serving Nordic-style coffee with consistent espresso and filter offerings

Neighbourhood Cafe Lisbon

Graça

Aussie-owned café serving house-roasted specialty coffee with signature flat whites, plus brunch staples and weekend smash burgers

Buna

Santos

Neighborhood spot serving meticulously crafted flat whites and cappuccinos with specialty lattes including ginger variations

Shakar - Specialty Coffee & Brunch

Arroios

Locally roasted specialty beans and all-day breakfast in central Lisbon, with flat whites and brunch favorites from shakshuka to benedicts

The Coffee

Marquês de Pombal

Urban coffee shop blending Brazilian beans with Japanese precision and perfectionism in specialty preparation

Gleba António Augusto Aguiar – Padaria & Café de Especialidade

Avenidas Novas

Artisan bakery and specialty coffee cafe emphasizing Portuguese heritage, natural fermentation, and stone-milled grains

The Coffee

Parque das Nações

Japanese-Brazilian fusion cafe serving specialty coffee with Brazilian single-origin beans and Japanese precision brewing

The Folks Alfama

Alfama

Specialty coffee and brunch house founded in 2022, offering wide bean selection and dedicated brew service in historic Alfama

Baobá Specialty Coffee Roasters | Marvila

Marvila

Farm-to-cup Brazilian specialty coffee roasted on-site in Marvila, with direct trade beans from their own fazenda

Calmô Café

Lapa

Cozy neighborhood spot in Lapa serving specialty coffee with creative Brazilian-inspired food including homemade pão de queijo

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

Rato

Specialty coffee in Lisboa.

Instant Crunch: brunch & specialty coffee

Amoreiras

Brunch-focused spot with specialty coffee offerings including properly balanced cappuccinos in a laid-back setting with patio seating

Kossies Cafe - Mouraria

Mouraria

Cozy brunch-focused cafe in historic Mouraria serving classic espresso drinks alongside avocado toast and açaí bowls

Melbourne elouera

Lapa

Melbourne-inspired all-day brunch spot serving specialty coffee with a focus on quality beans and welcoming remote workers

The Folks Santos

Santos

Specialty coffee and brunch destination founded in 2022, showcasing wide bean selection with community-focused ethos and terrace seating

The Coffee

Alfama

Brazilian beans meet Japanese precision in Alfama, offering specialty coffee with meticulous attention to brewing detail

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

Santos

Danish roastery with own Copenhagen-roasted beans, serving specialty espresso and filter coffee in a minimalist space

Kiosk Cafe | Specialty Coffee & Books | Brunch

Arroios

Compact book-filled cafe serving brunch alongside specialty coffee in a cozy, library-like setting near Arroios

Malabarista Café

Anjos

Specialty coffee spot serving filter coffee and espresso with house-made pastries and a relaxed, internationally-minded vibe

Dong Coffee

Alameda

In-house roastery and espresso bar where owner Ram roasts his own beans and supplies Lisbon's specialty coffee scene with passion

The Coffee

Baixa

Specialty coffee in Lisboa.

Lugar Nenhum

Anjos

Newly opened specialty spot pulling La Cabra espresso with precision and care, featuring a minimalist aesthetic and thoughtful approach

Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Campo de Ourique

Campo de Ourique

Danish roastery with Campo de Ourique location roasting their own beans in Copenhagen, serving espresso and filter coffee

AMUN CAFÉ

AMUN Café

FÁBRICA COFFEE ROASTERS - SANTOS

Santos

Family-run roastery and café showcasing their own specialty beans, roasted weekly in-house with bright, fruit-forward profiles

Liberty: brunch, coffee & books

Madragoa

Neighborhood brunch spot pairing hand-picked specialty coffee with low-intervention wines and curated book selection

Sense of Coffee - specialty coffee

Parque das Nações

Specialty coffee destination in Parque das Nações serving breakfast and a focused menu alongside quality brews

The Coffee

Avenidas Novas

Brazilian-Japanese fusion specialty coffee concept blending Brazilian beans with Japanese precision and minimalist approach

Sense of Coffee & Wine - specialty coffee

Baixa

Specialty coffee meets wine in Baixa, serving breakfast and brunch with a relaxed, chilled atmosphere for coffee exploration

Olisipo Coffee Roasters

Ajuda

Specialty roastery in Ajuda offering filter and espresso subscriptions with regularly rotating single origins and fine robusta cuppings

Café Janis

Cais do Sodré

Lively all-day brunch spot and cafe with outdoor patio seating, serving coffee alongside breakfast plates and cocktails in central Lisbon

COMOBÅ

Cais do Sodré

Fair trade organic coffee from Sgt. Martinho roasters with house-made plant milks and Japanese matcha in a minimalist space

A Flor da Selva, Lda. - Café Torrefação

Santos

Portugal's last wood-fired coffee roaster, family-run since 1950 with over 100 single-origin beans from farms worldwide

The Folks Sé - Specialty Coffee, Breakfast & Brunch

Baixa

Specialty coffee meets brunch culture at this 2022-founded café with wide bean selection and wholesale roasting consulting

Baobá Café Bica

Cais do Sodré

Farm-to-cup Brazilian specialty coffee roasted in-house in Lisbon, featuring beans from their own fazenda with direct trade sourcing

Romana Specialty Coffee

Entrecampos

Neighborhood spot where the owner roasts and brews with care, serving specialty lattes with oat milk alongside house-baked goods

TORRA ROASTING & COFFEE - Specialty Coffees & Roasting

Alcântara

Lisbon roaster offering multiple bean selections for both espresso and filter with knowledgeable baristas guiding guests through origins and flavor profiles

The Folks Blue Street - Specialty Coffee, Breakfast & Brunch

Baixa

Specialty coffee and brunch concept from 2022 serving wide selection of beans with barista-crafted lattes in modern Alfama setting

The Coffee

Bairro Alto

Brazilian-Japanese fusion coffee concept combining Brazilian beans with Japanese precision and matcha service in a minimalist urban space

Thank You Mama

Anjos

Specialty coffee paired with house-made bagels and bean-to-bar chocolate in a spacious, work-friendly setting

The Coffee

Campo de Ourique

Brazilian beans meet Japanese precision at this urban specialty cafe blending two distinct coffee cultures into one focused experience

Coffee in Brew - Coffee Roasters

Marquês de Pombal

Specialty coffee roasters in Lisboa crafting Americanos from single-origin beans sourced from Rwanda, Colombia, and beyond

Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Baixa

Baixa

Danish roastery with Copenhagen-roasted beans served across espresso and filter brewing methods, plus house-baked pastries

Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Campo de Santa Clara

Alfama

Danish roastery chain crafting specialty beans in Copenhagen with organic and Fairtrade sourcing, located beside Campo de Santa Clara's flea market

QUEST

Santos

Neighborhood brunch café in Santos with friendly service and home-style cooking, though specialty coffee credentials remain unclear

Dramático

Príncipe Real

Minimalist micro-roastery bar pouring La Cabra with meticulous attention to detail and warm, unpretentious service

Double Trouble Specialty Coffee Campo de Ourique

Campo de Ourique

Double Trouble's Campo de Ourique outpost serving filter coffee and espresso with attention to detail and café culture

W You Coffee

Santos

Carefully crafted coffee in a distinctive Portuguese stone interior, with attention to extraction and presentation

Casa Pereira Da Conceição

Baixa

Historic Portuguese coffee merchant on Rua Augusta offering specialty beans and chocolates with knowledgeable staff