Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura
Aventura
Restaurant in Aventura, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura works for an easy Aventura dinner when the brief is relaxed but still occasion-appropriate. It is a practical fit for family meals, low-pressure date nights, small celebrations, especially if Bourbon Steak feels too formal or pricey and JOEY feels too casual.
About Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura
Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura is an Aventura option with daily hours beginning at 12 PM. The schedule is Monday through Saturday from 12–11 PM and Sunday from 12–10 PM, which makes timing the clearest practical reason to consider it when planning a meal in the city.
Key details about the restaurant are: it is in Aventura, it keeps a broad daily hours window, the dress code is smart casual. Specific menu details, pricing, room size, service format, special-diet accommodations are not available.
Aventura planning basics
A strong planning advantage is the schedule. With hours from 12 PM daily and closing at 11 PM Monday through Saturday, Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura can fit midday plans, standard dinner timing, later arrivals on most nights. Sunday is the exception, with a 10 PM closing time.
If you are comparing it with other choices, Bourbon Steak, Miami by Michael Mina, Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura, Gaby by Call Me Gaby, JOEY Aventura, Serafina Aventura are natural names to check alongside it. The best choice depends on the specific mood, budget, menu preferences, availability you confirm directly before booking.
Who should choose it over nearby peers
Choose Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura when the basics match your plan: Aventura location, smart casual dress, a daily schedule that runs from midday into the evening. It is especially useful to check the current hours before going, because Sunday closes earlier than the rest of the week.
Because details such as price, menu highlights, seating capacity, takeout or delivery options, or dietary-accommodation policies are not available, avoid making the decision on those assumptions alone. Compare current availability and the details that matter to your group with Serafina Aventura, JOEY Aventura, Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura, Gaby by Call Me Gaby, or other dining in Aventura before finalizing the plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 2960 NE 199th St Unit 5, Aventura, FL 33180
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- oldlisbonrestaurants.com
- Phone
- +13059745142
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Old Lisbon in Aventura presents a quietly confident take on Portuguese cooking within a familiar strip‑mall setting. The restaurant foregrounds Atlantic traditions—salt‑cured bacalhau, piri piri heat and slow braises—rather than chasing local trends, which gives the place a focused, distinct personality. Even in a neighborhood dominated by Italian and Latin formats, Old Lisbon cultivates a steady, loyal following: families from nearby condos, mall visitors and repeat patrons who appreciate the cuisine’s depth. The experience reads as refined but approachable, a place where concentrated culinary heritage anchors an otherwise everyday storefront dining room.
Best For
Old Lisbon works well for midweek dinners and weekend meals when families and shoppers converge in Aventura. The dining room regularly draws a mix of condo residents, mall‑adjacent visitors and neighborhood regulars, so it’s a reliable choice for family outings and group meals. It also fits business dinners and date nights for diners who prefer a more intimate, cuisine‑driven evening rather than a trendy scene. Because the menu emphasizes traditional Portuguese preparations, the restaurant suits guests who are seeking something distinct from the area’s usual Italian and Latin options.
Ordering Tips
Start with classic Portuguese flavors: bolinhos de bacalhau and chouriço assado showcase salted fish and charred cured sausage, while Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá demonstrates the kitchen’s command of preserved‑fish preparations. Expect long‑braised meat dishes influenced by Alentejo techniques if you prefer richer mains. Sharing plates is a natural approach here—order a mix of fish and meat to sample the Atlantic and braised traditions. Leave room for pastéis de nata to finish: the pastry is the archetypal Portuguese dessert and a tidy way to round out the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern chic cafe with dark woods and stone accents, offering Old World charm and warm hospitality.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Bolinhos de Bacalhau
- Chouriço Assado
- Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá
- Pasteis de Nata
Planning details
Location
2960 NE 199th St Unit 5, Aventura, FL 33180 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura, Notable alternative
- Gaby by Call Me Gaby, Notable alternative
- Serafina Aventura, Notable alternative
- Bourbon Steak, Miami by Michael Mina, American Steakhouse, American Steakhouse
- JOEY Aventura, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Aventura
Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura is the practical middle choice in this Aventura set: less of a splurge signal than Bourbon Steak, Miami by Michael Mina, but more suited to a proper sit-down occasion than a broad casual pick like JOEY Aventura. Choose Bourbon Steak for a higher-spend celebration built around steakhouse service; choose Old Lisbon when the group needs comfort, conversation, easier logistics.
Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura and Gaby by Call Me Gaby are stronger cross-shops for diners who want a more contemporary Mediterranean-leaning room. Serafina Aventura is the safer Italian comparison for familiar pastas and a broadly understood format. Old Lisbon is the better call when the decision is less about trend and more about getting a dependable Aventura dinner on the calendar.
Booking difficulty is the main advantage here. In a neighborhood where prime dinner slots at polished peers can tighten up, Old Lisbon's easy-booking profile makes it a useful fallback for small groups, family meals, plans that come together late.
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Compare Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura | Aventura | ; | No published awards |
| Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura | Aventura | ; | No published awards |
| Gaby by Call Me Gaby | Aventura | ; | No published awards |
| Serafina Aventura | Aventura | ; | No published awards |
| Bourbon Steak, Miami by Michael Mina | Miami | American Steakhouse | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Forbes Recommended |
| JOEY Aventura | Aventura | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura?
Specific menu items are not available, so check the current menu directly before you go. If you are comparing options in Aventura, Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura is another nearby restaurant to review alongside Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura.
What should I wear to Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura?
The dress code is smart casual. Plan for neat, comfortable attire rather than assuming a formal dress requirement.
Is midday or evening better at Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura?
The hours begin at 12 PM daily and run until 11 PM Monday through Saturday, with a 10 PM closing time on Sunday. Choose the time that best fits your schedule, note the earlier Sunday closing when planning.
Is Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura good for a special occasion?
It may work for an occasion if the Aventura location, smart casual dress code, daily hours fit your plans. For details such as seating arrangements, menu options, or large-party handling, confirm directly with the restaurant before booking.
What are alternatives to Old Lisbon Restaurants - Aventura in Aventura?
Other Aventura options to compare include Serafina Aventura, JOEY Aventura, Abbalé Modern Mediterranean Kitchen - Aventura, Gaby by Call Me Gaby. Bourbon Steak, Miami by Michael Mina is another comparison to consider depending on your plans.
