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The Folks Сhiado

R. dos Sapateiros 111, 1100-619 Lisboa, Portugal
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The Folks Сhiado in Lisbon, specialty coffee 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 tourist-trap coffee stop. the regulars know something here, they return for beans treated with actual reverence, not just convenience. organic certification means something when you can taste the difference in each cup. the steam rises slow and deliberate from cups that hold more than caffeine. they hold intention. solo workers claim corners for hours because the coffee justifies the lingering, and small plates bridge the gap between morning ritual and afternoon refuge. 4.8 stars across nearly 6,000 reviews doesn't happen by accident. it happens when someone cares enough to source properly, extract carefully, and remember that specialty coffee is about the person holding the cup as much as what's in it. vegan options expand the welcome without compromising the core mission:…

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curated by gautam khorana, editor · updated 21 May 2026

nri score87
buzz35
local cred65%

phone

+351 914 055 948

website

thefolks.pt/

wifi

available

vibe

quiet

social pulse

35/ 100

consistent social activity. a reliable local favourite.

google reviews

5,787

avg rating

4.8

local cred

65%

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