A Marisqueira do Lis
Estefania, Lisbon
Bar in Lisbon, Portugal
Book with PearlWhy go
A Marisqueira do Lis is a practical Lisbon pick when you want a direct restaurant stop near Avenida Almirante Reis rather than a bar-led night. Choose it for late-evening usefulness and a simple meal plan; look to Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro for a more reputation-driven seafood choice or Casa Independente for a broader social evening.
About A Marisqueira do Lis
For Lisbon planning, A Marisqueira do Lis works as a practical casual option: it is in Lisbon, has a casual dress code, and is open from 12 PM to 12 AM on every day except Tuesday. That makes it useful when the priority is a straightforward time window.
The useful way to frame it: choose this when the schedule and casual tone fit the plan. If the priority is to compare the stop with other Lisbon options, Casa Independente, Crew Hassan - Cultural Cooperative C. L. R. Anjos70, Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro, and Tasca Pete are the named cross-shops to keep in mind, depending on what kind of plan the group wants.
A practical late-evening option, not a destination bar night
The main reason to keep A Marisqueira do Lis on the shortlist is timing. Its operating pattern makes it useful when plans run late or when a day in Lisbon leaves little appetite for a more complicated schedule. Tuesday is the exception, so do not build a plan around it without checking the day first.
The dress code is casual, which is the clearest expectation to set before going. If the room, menu, service style, drinks, pricing, or booking setup will shape the plan, check directly with the venue before you go.
Who should choose it over other options
Fit it into the itinerary if the group wants a casual Lisbon venue with a long daily opening window on most days. Skip it if the choice needs to be made around a chef, tasting format, awards trail, specific cuisine, special-occasion atmosphere, or drinks program.
For a broader Lisbon plan, use Our full Lisbon restaurants guide for food-led decisions, Our full Lisbon bars guide for later drinks, and Our full Lisbon hotels guide if the area choice matters.
Quick reference: good for a casual Lisbon plan with 12 PM to 12 AM hours on most days; less useful if your decision hinges on menu, price, reservations, outdoor seating, or service format.
Planning details
- Location
- Av. Alm. Reis 27B, 1150-019 Lisboa, Portugal
- Website
- facebook.com/MLIS1973
- Phone
- +351 21 885 0739
The take
The Take
The Vibe
A Marisqueira do Lis lives comfortably in the tradition of Lisbon’s neighbourhood seafood houses: no theatrical frills, tiled interiors and tasca counters that prioritise function and familiarity. The room feels local and matter-of-fact rather than styled for visitors, and the focus is squarely on fresh shellfish and grilled fish. If you’re drawn to places that trade on provenance and routine — a busy counter, the hum of locals, and a menu driven by what arrived that morning — this marisqueira offers a quietly authentic, unpretentious dining experience rooted in community and culinary habit.
Best For
This is a straightforward neighbourhood seafood address best enjoyed for informal lunches and dinners where the quality of the catch is the main event. The counter-style layout and local clientele make it suitable for solo visits as well as small groups who value freshness and simplicity over ceremony. It’s not a destination for curated tasting menus or staged service; instead it rewards diners seeking honest, seasonal seafood paired with approachable Portuguese wines in a convivial, working-class setting along Avenida Almirante Reis.
Ordering Tips
Order with the market rhythm in mind: the programme is organised around whatever is fresh that morning, so ask what arrived and follow the kitchen’s lead. Shellfish and simply grilled fish are the house logic here — the cooking aims to showcase the catch rather than disguise it. For a pairing, stick to the local tradition: dry, mineral-driven Vinho Verde from Minho (notably Monção e Melgaço examples) is recommended as it provides acidity and salinity that hold up to briny bivalves and coastal fish without overpowering them.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and bustling atmosphere with locals at the counter eating seafood and drinking beer amid conversations about sports and politics.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Pub
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Av. Alm. Reis 27B, 1150-019 Lisboa, Portugal
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Casa Independente, Notable alternative
- Crew Hassan - Cultural Cooperative C. L. R., Notable alternative
- Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro, Notable alternative
- Anjos70, Notable alternative
- Tasca Pete, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Lisbon
A Marisqueira do Lis is the pragmatic choice in this set: easier to slot into an evening than a culture-bar plan, and better suited to a meal-first decision than Casa Independente, Crew Hassan - Cultural Cooperative C. L. R. or Anjos70. Those three make more sense when ambiance, programming, or drinks are the reason for going out.
Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro is the stronger seafood cross-shop if reputation and a more defined Lisbon dining target matter. A Marisqueira do Lis is the lower-friction alternative when convenience matters more than chasing a heavily signposted meal. Tasca Pete sits closer to the casual-neighborhood end of the decision, so compare it when the night calls for something informal rather than a seafood-specific plan.
For value, choose A Marisqueira do Lis when location and late-evening practicality do the work. For quality of experience around a full night out, Casa Independente or Anjos70 are safer. For a seafood-focused booking with more traveler demand, Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro is the sharper comparison.
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Compare A Marisqueira do Lis
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| A Marisqueira do Lis | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Casa Independente | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Crew Hassan - Cultural Cooperative C. L. R. | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Restaurant - Cervejaria Ramiro | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Anjos70 | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Tasca Pete | Lisbon | No published awards |
How A Marisqueira do Lis Lisbon compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Marisqueira do Lis open late?
Yes. A Marisqueira do Lis is open until 12 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tuesday is closed, so do not plan around that day.
Is A Marisqueira do Lis good for a date?
It may work for a low-key plan if a casual Lisbon venue and the hours suit the evening. Choose another option if you need a polished date-night venue or a special-occasion setting.
Does A Marisqueira do Lis have happy hour deals?
For happy hour deals, check directly with the venue before going. The main planning details are its Lisbon location, casual dress code, and its 12 PM to 12 AM hours on every day except Tuesday.
What's the crowd like at A Marisqueira do Lis?
For the crowd, avoid assuming a specific scene. Use the main planning cues instead: it is a casual venue in Lisbon with late hours on most days.
Is the food good at A Marisqueira do Lis?
If food specifics are the priority, check the venue's current menu before going. Treat it as a Lisbon option with casual dress and a useful schedule.
Do I need a reservation at A Marisqueira do Lis?
Does A Marisqueira do Lis have outdoor seating?
Do not count on terrace seating unless the venue confirms it directly.
