Taberna Albricoque
Santa Apolonia, Lisbon
Restaurant in Lisbon, Portugal
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Taberna Albricoque is a sensible Lisbon choice for a relaxed dinner when an easy booking matters more than a formal occasion setup. It is better for couples or small groups than private dining plans, with less verified detail on price, menu, chef than more structured Lisbon alternatives.
About Taberna Albricoque
Taberna Albricoque is a Lisbon venue with a casual dress code and a limited public profile. Its opening hours are: closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday from 7–11 PM, open Wednesday through Saturday from 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM.
Specific details such as cuisine, menu format, price, chef, seating capacity, private-room availability are not readily available, so it's advisable to confirm directly with Taberna Albricoque before making high-stakes plans. For another Lisbon option, Faz Figura is a useful comparison; Taberna Sal Grosso is also worth considering.
Better for confirmed plans than assumptions
The hours are a good starting point. Lunch is available Wednesday through Saturday, dinner Tuesday through Saturday, the venue is closed on Sunday and Monday. If timing, table size, accessibility, dietary needs, or a specific menu matters, check with the venue before committing.
Taberna Albricoque is a casual Lisbon venue with enough information to plan around hours, but not enough to confirm format, price, capacity, or signature dishes.
Use it as a relaxed Lisbon option, not a fully documented splurge anchor
For readers building a Lisbon food day, keep Taberna Albricoque on the list when the schedule fits its hours and a casual dress code suits the plan. If the night needs a tasting-menu structure, a named chef narrative, clear price signaling, or detailed group arrangements, choose a venue that provides those details.
For broader planning, compare it against the full Lisbon restaurants guide rather than treating it as a single must-lock reservation. Visitors pairing a meal with a wider trip can also use the Lisbon hotels guide to keep the evening practical.
Planning details
- Location
- Rua dos Caminhos de Ferro nº98, 1100-395 Lisboa, Portugal
- Website
- tabernaalbricoque.eatbu.com
- Phone
- +351927559359
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taberna Albricoque reads like a neighbourhood institution: modest, rooted and quietly historic. Set on Rua dos Caminhos de Ferro where Alfama gives way to the Tagus approach, the room follows the neighbourhood rather than trying to upstage it. The editorial frames the taberna tradition as intentionally unvarnished — a place that prioritises direct, seasonal cooking and convivial wine drinking over theatrical design. Expect a relaxed, intimate atmosphere that leans on local character and the working fabric of the street: rustic finishes, tightly focused service and a sense that the dining room belongs to its block as much as it belongs to diners.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood spot best enjoyed as an unfussy evening out or a convivial group meal. The taberna format places it squarely in the casual-to-upscale-casual lane, so it suits casual hangouts and group dining where sharing and seasonal plates are the point. The write-up highlights spring and early autumn as peak moments for the kitchen, when local produce and coastal ingredients are most abundant, so time your visit for those seasons if you want the fullest expression of the menu and the neighbourhood's produce-driven rhythm.
Ordering Tips
The menu is presented as seasonally driven and product-led, so let the kitchen guide you toward what’s freshest. Signature items to watch for include grilled octopus, mackerel tartare, sardines on toast, roasted cod, cockle turnovers, chickpea stew with oxtail and cinnamon flan — a mix that signals both coastal influence and homestyle Portuguese technique. Given the taberna’s wine-and-food roots, pair dishes simply and ask for local wine recommendations; aim to visit in spring or early autumn when the ingredients on offer are at their peak.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting with historic charm, featuring original hydraulic tile floors and marble walls that evoke the building's 1905 origins as a traveler's tavern. Intimate and unpretentious atmosphere conducive to sharing food and conversation.
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Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
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Location
Rua dos Caminhos de Ferro nº98, 1100-395 Lisboa, Portugal · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Taberna Sal Grosso, Notable alternative
- Faz Figura, Notable alternative
- Impulso Restaurant & Bar, Notable alternative
- Santa Clara dos Cogumelos, Notable alternative
- Casanova, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Lisbon
Choose Taberna Sal Grosso if the priority is a more direct taberna cross-shop, especially for diners who want the decision to feel classic and compact. Taberna Albricoque is the easier recommendation when availability and a relaxed booking matter more than chasing a heavily planned meal.
Faz Figura is the better fit for a more polished special occasion, especially if the room and overall sense of occasion carry weight. Impulso Restaurant & Bar reads as the stronger choice for a restaurant-and-bar plan where drinks and energy are part of the brief.
For a more specific concept, compare against Santa Clara dos Cogumelos. For a casual fallback with a simpler group mood, Casanova is the easier alternative to suggest when the main goal is a low-pressure Lisbon meal rather than a special-occasion reservation.
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Compare Taberna Albricoque
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Taberna Albricoque | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Taberna Sal Grosso | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Faz Figura | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Impulso Restaurant & Bar | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Santa Clara dos Cogumelos | Lisbon | No published awards |
| Casanova | Lisbon | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin PlatePearl Recommended Restaurants |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Taberna Albricoque?
Taberna Albricoque is in Lisbon and has a casual dress code. Hours are Tuesday 7–11 PM, Wednesday to Saturday 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. Confirm any details beyond hours directly with the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at Taberna Albricoque?
Bar or counter seating is not specified. If seating style matters, confirm the setup with the venue before going. The dinner window runs Tuesday through Saturday, with lunch also listed Wednesday through Saturday.
Is Taberna Albricoque good for a special occasion?
It may fit a casual Lisbon meal, but details such as private rooms, group capacity, menu format, price are not specified. For any celebration or time-sensitive plan, confirm directly before booking. For another Lisbon option, Faz Figura is a useful comparison.
What are alternatives to Taberna Albricoque in Lisbon?
For other named options to compare, consider Taberna Sal Grosso, Faz Figura, Impulso Restaurant & Bar, Santa Clara dos Cogumelos, or Casanova depending on timing and the kind of meal you want.
