The best secret bars in Lisbon

From a repurposed industrial space to a speakeasy inspired by the Roaring Twenties, here’s where you can find Lisbon’s best secret bars.

A city that almost never sleeps, Lisbon is well known for its vibrant nightlife, yet there are still plenty of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Here is our selection of its best secret bars.

Soul Garden – Corinthia Lisbon

Soul Garden, Av. José Malhoa 24, 1070-159 Lisboa, Portugal

Soul Garden is a soulful space inspired by the four elements of nature – Earth, Fire, Water and Air – with a welcoming and cosmopolitan atmosphere, located within the Corinthia Lisbon hotel. It’s the ideal spot in Lisbon for a daytime meal, a late afternoon aperitif or an evening of dinner with music, cocktails and dishes inspired by Asian and Latin American cuisines.

Foxtrot – São Bento

Foxtrot, Tv. Santa Teresa 28, 1200-405 Lisboa

Foxtrot is an elegant Art Deco-style basement bar, tucked away on a quiet street in São Bento, that perfectly recreates the atmosphere of 1920s speakeasies. The space impresses with its rich and detailed décor, filled with bottles, decorative objects and vintage touches that give it a distinctive charm. Despite its sophistication, it retains a relaxed and authentic feel, shaped by more than 40 years of history. It stands out not only for its immersive ambience, but also for the quality of its mixology, featuring creative twists on classics, such as the Smoked Negroni, as well as original cocktails presented in surprising ways.

Red Frog Speakeasy – Alfama

Red Frog Speakeasy, Rua do Salitre 5ª, 1250-096 Lisboa

Tejo Bar – Alfama

Tejo Bar, 1100 451, Beco do Vigário 1A, Lisboa

Unpretentious, low-key and largely under the radar, Tejo Bar is a small, authentic slice of Lisbon. This neighbourhood basement bar is a go-to spot for locals seeking live music and jam sessions, often accompanied by generous pours of Vinho Verde. With various versions of the Portuguese guitar hanging on the walls, the atmosphere is genuine and comes alive as midnight approaches. Come for the fado, but stay for a rich mix of world music.

PARK – Bairro Alto

PARK, Calçada do Combro, 58 Bairro Alto, 1200-115, Lisboa

Taking its name from its former life as a rooftop car park, PARK is now one of Lisbon’s top bars, thanks to its stunning panoramic views, abundance of greenery and excellent drinks menu. Sip on a refreshing Cucumber Collins while enjoying a lively programme that includes live DJ sets, film screenings and themed nights. If you get peckish, there’s also a selection of delicious burgers on offer.

Monkey Mash – off Ave. da Liberdade

Monkey Mash, Praça Alegria 66A, 1250-001 Lisboa

Riding on the success of Red Frog Speakeasy, owners Paulo Gomes and Emanuel Minêz opened the small yet perfectly formed Monkey Mash. Like its more established sibling, entry requires ringing a doorbell and the cocktails are just as refined, but that’s where the similarities end. This laid-back lounge bar draws inspiration from Hawaiian tropics, serving elegant drinks with a playful twist, including excellent Piña Coladas.

Pavilhão Chinês – Bairro Alto

Pavilhão Chinês, R. Dom Pedro V 89, 1250-093 Lisboa

Housed in a former Chinese grocery store, Pavilhão Chinês is a labyrinth of rooms filled with antiques and curiosities. Vintage dolls, model planes, war memorabilia and posters compete for attention in its richly decorated interiors. It would be worth visiting as a museum alone. But as a bar, it’s even better. Settle into one of the booths with an Old Fashioned and take in the thousands of objects displayed in glass cabinets that stretch to the ceiling.

Toca Da Raposa – Chiado

Toca Da Raposa, R. da Condessa 45, 1200-302 Lisboa