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Lisbon's oldest restaurant, Pessoa's café since 1782
Restaurant
A Travessa
Belgian-Portuguese dining in a 17th-century convent cloister
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Lapa / Madragoa |
$$$ Upscale for Restaurant
| Mon-Sat 19:30-24:00; Sun closed
| Last reviewed: May 2026 Set in the former Convento das Bernardas between Madragoa and Lapa, A Travessa has spent decades serving a Belgian-influenced Portuguese menu across restored rooms and, in good weather, a beautiful cloister. A grown-up, atmospheric institution well away from the crowds.
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Where is A Travessa?
A Travessa is located in Lapa / Madragoa, Lisbon — Travessa do Convento das Bernardas 12, 1200-638 Lisboa.
What are the opening hours of A Travessa?
A Travessa is open Mon-Sat 19:30-24:00; Sun closed.
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