Best Fado Spots in Lisbon
What is Fado music? 🪕🇵🇹 Fado was born in Lisbon in the 19th century during the urban revival where many people would meet in taverns, cafes, and even brothels (mostly in Bairro Alto or Mouraria) to sing about the ups and downs of life while invoking a sense of longing/nostalgia for a person, place, or moment. Fado has changed throughout the years depending on the location (mostly Lisbon or Coimbra) but it’s traditionally sung by a fadista, accompanied by a Portuguese guitar (which has 6 orders of 2 strings) and a viola. The music still exists today and was nominated by UNESCO as a Intangible Heritage of Humankind in 2011. So, here’s a short of list of where to hear Fado music in Lisbon: Highly recommend RESERVING a table for dinner in advance! Most of the time you have dinner + there’s a wonderful fadista to accompany the meal! Enjoy :)
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Sr.Vinho
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- A staple. One of the best. It’s a bit expensive but worth it with a set menu price usually starting around €50.

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Maria da Mouraria - Casa de Fados
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- Named after Maria Severa, who was the first famous fado singer in Portugal.

Beautiful setting outside with a 3 course meal. Expect to pay around €50 or more.

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Casa de Linhares
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- Set in an old 17th century building. Expect to pay around €50.

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Associação do Fado Casto
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- More lowkey than the previous ones mentioned so it’s a bit cheaper but really lovely!

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O Corrido (Casa de Fado)
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- The food is outstanding! Expect to pay around €50.

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Parreirinha de Alfama
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- Fixed price of €45 which includes a starter, main dish, and dessert. Beautiful azulejos tiles here!

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Foundation Amália Rodrigues
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- Amália is named the “Queen of Fado” so now there is a museum dedicated to her where she used to live!

During the summer time, you’re able to attend an outdoor fado show for €20.

Best Fado Spots in Lisbon
What is Fado music? 🪕🇵🇹 Fado was born in Lisbon in the 19th century during the urban revival where many people would meet in taverns, cafes, and even brothels (mostly in Bairro Alto or Mouraria) to sing about the ups and downs of life while invoking a sense of longing/nostalgia for a person, place, or moment. Fado has changed throughout the years depending on the location (mostly Lisbon or Coimbra) but it’s traditionally sung by a fadista, accompanied by a Portuguese guitar (which has 6 orders of 2 strings) and a viola. The music still exists today and was nominated by UNESCO as a Intangible Heritage of Humankind in 2011. So, here’s a short of list of where to hear Fado music in Lisbon: Highly recommend RESERVING a table for dinner in advance! Most of the time you have dinner + there’s a wonderful fadista to accompany the meal! Enjoy :)
7 Places • 3 Saves • ago
Free
eat
eat
Sr.Vinho
Details

- A staple. One of the best. It’s a bit expensive but worth it with a set menu price usually starting around €50.

drink
drink
Maria da Mouraria - Casa de Fados
Details

- Named after Maria Severa, who was the first famous fado singer in Portugal.

Beautiful setting outside with a 3 course meal. Expect to pay around €50 or more.

eat
eat
Casa de Linhares
Details

- Set in an old 17th century building. Expect to pay around €50.

do
do
Associação do Fado Casto
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- More lowkey than the previous ones mentioned so it’s a bit cheaper but really lovely!

eat
eat
O Corrido (Casa de Fado)
Details

- The food is outstanding! Expect to pay around €50.

eat
eat
Parreirinha de Alfama
Details

- Fixed price of €45 which includes a starter, main dish, and dessert. Beautiful azulejos tiles here!

do
do
Foundation Amália Rodrigues
Details

- Amália is named the “Queen of Fado” so now there is a museum dedicated to her where she used to live!

During the summer time, you’re able to attend an outdoor fado show for €20.