coffee in lisbon

Q: How many specialty coffee shops are in Lisbon?

There are 15 independent specialty coffee shops in Lisbon tracked by Not Another Sunday, all ranked by the Natural Ranking Index. Chains are excluded by default.

The Folks Сhiado is the highest-rated specialty coffee in Lisbon, scoring 91/100 on the Natural Ranking Index. Nearby, The Folks Blue Street also shares the top rating with 91/100. QUEST, located at Boqueirão do Duro 46, scores 77/100, offering another notable option for coffee enthusiasts in the area.

map of specialty coffee near Lisbon, numbered by rank

you find yourself wandering lisbon's cobbled streets, craving that caffeine fix only your favorite cup can satisfy. your options are endless, but your search narrows to the top fifteen. start at the folks chiado for your smooth start, or maybe your vibe aligns with the folks blue street, where your espresso meets the bustling heart of the city. if your taste leans adventurous, quest offers your palate a bold journey. your choice is simple, your coffee impeccable. yours.

how we rank

every cafe on this list earned its place. we score each one on three signals: an nri score (0 to 100) blending review quality, volume, social momentum, web presence, photos, and local credibility; a buzz score (last 30 days of social tags and reviews); and local cred (the share of reviewers who live in town, not just visit). we exclude every chain. independents only.

15 listings

Neighbourhood Lisbon

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

when you need a place that works as well for solo laptop sessions as it does for a proper tea ritual, neighbourhood on largo conde-barão delivers without…

The Coffee

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

the coffee sits on são miguel street with the quiet confidence that comes from 1,067 people leaving 4.9-star reviews. not because they have to, but because…

The Folks Santos

elite

Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

lisbon's coffee scene keeps evolving, with new roasters and third-wave spots claiming territory across the city. but some places hold their ground by doing…

4.7(2,393)

local cred75%

nri score86

The Folks Sé

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

the folks sé sits on r. das pedras negras like it's always been there, drawing people who know the difference between coffee and good coffee. those 2,695…

QUEST

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

quest sits on boqueirão do duro like it's been part of the neighborhood for decades. which it hasn't, but good coffee has a way of making time elastic. the…

The Folks Blue Street

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

tucked into rua dos bacalhoeiros, the folks blue street has earned its 4.8-star reputation one carefully pulled shot at a time. this isn't the kind of place…

4.8(3,452)

nri score87

The Folks Сhiado

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

rua dos sapateiros hums with that particular energy of old lisbon meeting new ideas, and the folks chiado sits right in the middle of it all. this isn't your…

4.8(5,787)

local cred75%

nri score77

SoLo Brewing Coffee Roasters

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

when you need somewhere reliable for focused work or just want your coffee made right, solo brewing sits on r. pinheiro chagas like it's been part of the…

Kossies Cafe

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

kossies cafe sits quietly on largo do terreirinho, and that 4.9 rating from nearly a thousand google reviews tells you everything. this isn't accident or…

4.9(929)

nri score72

Milkees - Specialty Coffee & Cookies

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

the cookies probably drew you in first. that's how it works at milkees on rua filipe folque, where the name tells you everything about their dual obsession.…

PUT IT ON LISBON

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

the coffee here leans into the kind of precision that makes you slow down between sips. put it on lisbon sits on cc do conde de pombeiro, a quiet pocket of…

Sense of Coffee

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

...and that's when you realize some cafes just exist differently. sense of coffee on rua dos fanqueiros operates with the kind of quiet confidence that comes…

4.9(558)

new wave

nri score80

Malabarista Café

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

somewhere in mouraria, off the usual tourist drag, r. maria 66b doesn't announce itself loudly. malabarista café has built the kind of following that takes…

4.7(397)

local cred87%

nri score73

Curva

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

good coffee in lisbon's intendente quarter has been quietly getting more serious, and curva on rua damasceno monteiro is part of why. the neighborhood has its…

PIM PAM Café - Specialty Coffee, Ceremonial Matcha, Sandwiches, and Pastries

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Lisbon, Portugal|cafe

pim pam does the short menu well. not as a limitation, as a choice. specialty coffee alongside ceremonial matcha isn't a common pairing in lisbon, and the…

4.8(191)

local cred72%

nri score72

how we rank coffee in lisbon

when exploring coffee options in lisbon, particularly in the chiado neighborhood, it's essential to consider the roast profile and origin of the beans. roasters like the folks chiado and the folks blue street often use beans from well-known growing regions such as ethiopia's yirgacheffe or colombia's huila. these regions are known for their distinct flavor profiles, with yirgacheffe offering floral and citrus notes, while huila provides a more chocolatey and nutty flavor. when selecting a coffee, consider the roast level. a lighter roast will highlight the bean's natural acidity and floral notes, while a darker roast will emphasize deeper, caramelized flavors. brewing methods also play a significant role in the final cup. for a precise extraction, the pour-over method, using equipment like a v60 or chemex, allows for control over variables such as water temperature and pour rate. aim for a water temperature of around 92-96 degrees celsius to extract the optimal flavors from the coffee grounds. for espresso enthusiasts, the grind size should be fine, approximately the texture of table salt, to ensure a balanced shot. the folks sé and quest are known for their attention to detail in espresso preparation, often using a brew ratio of 1:2, meaning 18 grams of coffee to 36 grams of espresso. additionally, consider the ambiance and seating options available at these coffee spots. while the coffee itself is paramount, the seating arrangement and noise level can affect your visit. places like the coffee on rua de s. paulo often provide a quieter setting, ideal for focused work or reading. understanding these factors can enhance your visit to lisbon's coffee scene.

faq

what is the best cafe in Lisbon?

Neighbourhood Lisbon is the top-ranked cafe in Lisbon, scoring 84/100 on the natural ranking index. it is ranked on review quality, local credibility, and web presence, with chains excluded.

how many specialty coffee shops are in Lisbon?

15 independent specialty coffee shops in Lisbon, all ranked by the natural ranking index. chains are excluded by default.

where do locals get coffee in Lisbon?

Malabarista Café draws the highest share of local regulars in Lisbon, with a local-credibility score of 87/100, the proportion of reviewers who live in town rather than visiting as tourists.

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