Great food! Great service! Our second time in Lisbon/Portugal, and we kind of already familiarized Lisbon in our first go and for our second time, we wanted to explore more of the food scene here and Belcanto and the other we ate at did not disappoint. I have been to some fine dining restaurants but this was our first Michelin starred one, and it was a great experience. Nothing presumptuous about the place! I mean it was beautifully decorated but the service was very welcoming which is the most important part for me. My wife and I did not reserve beforehand, and we got really really fortunate to be able to get a spot here for dinner. As soon as we entered, we asked about it and the friendly receptionist mentioned there was a last minute cancellation and the rest is history! We did the Evolution tasting menu and a few of their champagne and wines. And our seat had a perfect view over the kitchen, and I believe chef Jose Avillez was there! Our main guy, Jose, who is from Porto was very nice and informative in serving each of the beautiful dishes! Each dish was a delightful surprise. Was it worth the 700+ CAD that we paid for, it is all relative but one thing for sure I will do it all over again!

Get the Evolution Tasting Menu with the Wine Pairings. One of the best meals of my life. Every dish was creative, surprising, and simply delicious. The wine pairings were also incredibly on point. I’ve had plenty of pairings before but none that consistently complimented the dishes like Belcanto’s Evolution Menu + Wine Pairing. The wine pictured was one of our favorites. The service was excellent and delightful at the same time, with a very knowledgeable and welcoming staff.

Belcanto lived up to and easily passed any expectations I had. We did the Experience menu and it was an amazing choice. Fantastic not knowing what was coming next and every course was amazing. The staff as expected were exceptional and the experience was amazing and worth flying from Ireland for.

For our family vacation, we decided to splurge and go all out for our last night and have this 2-Michelin starred meal. We figured a 2-Michelin starred tasting menu would be cheaper in Europe than anything we could ever find in NYC, so we went for it. My sister made reservations about 1-1.5 months in advance for our party of 6. It was for a Friday night and we did the 7 pm seating. You can choose to order a la carte, or from two tasting menus - the Classics Menu, and the Evolution Menu. We opted for the Evolution, which is supposed to take you on a journey from how Belcanto started, to present day. This menu consisted of 10 courses. I won't list them all because I don't want to give away the element of surprise (though I'm sure some of the courses are seasonal anyway - we went in December) but I will tell you my favorites of the night. They were the trio of appetizers (seaweed with caviar, tuna and uni, crispy chicken skin), their housemade butter served with your choice of bread, beetroot salad, scarlet shrimp curry, and sea bass. Everything else was just okay, or was something I would not have ordered nor would I order again. But that is the fun part of a tasting menu. You get to try new things you never thought you would try. And of course, you're not going to like every item on the menu. At the end of the meal when serving dessert, they gave us each shirt sleeves to wear on our arms and use as napkins. It was an homage to Chef José Avillez, who they said as a child, used to just wipe his mouth on his sleeve after eating a meal. I thought that was a cute/quirky touch to the experience. Service was impeccable but I guess it better be for that price and for the stars they've earned. There was always someone nearby if you needed something. They put the dishes down in sync. I dropped my napkin and not even one minute later, someone appeared with a new one, without me even requesting one. I would say that my only criticism is that the meal was just way too long. But I suspect it's because we were a party of 6, so they need to wait until every person is done with a course before they bring out the next one. It lasted about 3.5 hours. I've been to other Michelin-starred tasting menus and I would say the max was probably 2.5 hours. Towards the end of the meal, we were all just tired and ready to leave, especially since we had to catch an early flight back home the next morning. Would I come back here again? Probably not. If I were to do another Michelin restaurant in Lisbon, I would want to try something different. Was the food worth the splurge? I'm still not sure. But it was a fun dining experience and I'm glad I got to enjoy it with my family.

Review of Tasting Menu ————————- Presentation was good. Vibe was good. Wine was good. Food was mediocre. Service was okay. I’ve had better food & service in other Michelin restaurants so I have to say that it was a disappointing experience. If you are into the presentation of dishes & vibe, this place will be good. Food was too salty in general as well!

Started off really good, the snacks/amuse bouche were inventive, fresh, full of flavour but delicate. The starters really highlighted the ingredients with extremely clean flavours, but ended with a flourish of decadence and richness with the golden egg, setting up for the mains. The mains were delicious, but at this point began to lose my excitement - extremely well-cooked dishes, but simple flavour profiles. Dessert seems to have been a missed opportunity - like so many establishments, I felt like less focus and finesse was brought to the flavours.While the chocolate dessert looked visually seductive, the flavour was very one-note of dark cocoa. This made the final dessert jarring - incredibly sweet and overwhelming. Good meal and this classic tasting menu was good for the 'traditional' Belcanto experience, but if I could go back I'd have chosen their other tasting menu.

Very creative and tasty! There was always high anticipation for the next phase of the dinner to reveal itself. They make full use of their ability to contrast textures and flavors. It’s worth visiting at least once.

The service here was beyond our expectations. Our server, Juao, was so kind and informative. The dishes were extremely innovative and the presentation was phenomenal. Every dish was delicious. We weren’t huge fans of the squab but that was more a personal choice. The 17-course tasting menu took about 2.5 hours and you could tell a lot of thought went into planning each dish. Highly recommend this spot. There’s a reason it’s one of the world’s top 50 restaurants!

A memorable dining experience. We started our evening with a tour of the kitchen, the different cooking areas and the cooking staff. We chose the degustation menu Paisagens with wine harmonisation. The menu was outstanding, every dish was carefully assembled and tasted divinely. Our favourites were the suckling pig and the pigeon, but all the others were delicious. The wine selection was also very good. Pedro Oliveira was a great host, super professional and friendly and took care of us throughout our dinner. Every dish and every wine were carefully described and made our experience even better.

The food was absolutely great - we had the classic tasting menu with wine pairing. My own favorite was the white fish that was cooked to perfection and had a super nice texture. Nevertheless, there are some things that should be improved and addressed. The wine pairing was a disappointment. The glasses were embarrassingly small and there were no questions asked if we liked the wine or not. When we finally got some red wine and asked for something that had more body (the one from the menu didn’t really have any identity and after so much cold white wine we had hoped for more ‘shift’ in taste) we got another red wine but was also charged 44 EUR extra. I know there are other equally highly rated restaurants (check your neighbor Alma for example) where the waiters would pay a little bit more attention to your liking of the wine and also refill your glass if it’s empty - especially when you decide to pour 8cl only. Another thing I found disappointing was the offering of one tiny piece of bread without asking if I wanted more through the long dinner. Finally, and this is important, I’m sure you don’t present the Michelin inspectors a fixed tip when they have to pay - there was a suggestion for 10% tips added to our bill without us asking. That makes you seem like a tourist attraction.

What can I say?! This was the best meal I’ve ever eaten in my entire life! Service was amazing, food was divine. Everything about that night was perfect. We went for our 30th anniversary and it was the best meal ever. I don’t eat shellfish and they were very accommodating. We did the Evolution, chef’s choice menu and it was just mind blowing.

Hat off to Chef Jose Avillez and his dedicated team. Dined on the Chef’s table, witnessing the behind-the-scenes scenario while enjoying the creativity of different contrast textures and flavors that have been perfectly prepared, paired with the Portuguese wines. Everything was so well executed with the touch of elegance. Absolutely flawless! Will be back for sure.

Absolutely outstanding! It's funny but going to a restaurant that's so highly rated (2 Michelin stars), you have pretty high expectations... My wife and I both felt the expectations were exceeded by a lot! The food was unreal, the service was fantastic... The whole experience was one to remember.

Our dinner at the Chef’s table was beyond all imagination. From the charming young lady that hosted us on arrival, introducing us to all the Kitchen chef’s and workers, to the beautiful scenery around us, our random partners to this dinner, our kind waters and last but not least- the food. Jose Avilles is a very very good chef, no doubt. During our 3 days in Lisbon we ate in 3 of his restaurants, all very fresh and tasty. But Belcanto is a dream. The food is so diverse and so beautifully made and sooooo tasty. We had an amazing evening that we won’t forget. The problem is that it left us with a taste of more…..:)

We dined at the Chef's Table located between the cold and hot kitchens with two other parties, and thoroughly enjoyed our time here. From the host walking us to our seats, the warm greetings from every single member of the kitchen team, my partner's wine pairings, our extremely knowledgeable and friendly server Nelson, it is clear that attention to detail dictates every aspect of this restaurant. Without spoiling the surprises of the food offerings, the 12 "moments" was a journey of light and rich, of whimsical and meaningful, of bold and traditional, of the unexpected and the satisfying. €275pp at Mesa do Chef, with an additional €150pp for the standard wine pairing, be sure to make room in your budget for a visit (and reserve well in advance)!!

We had a top notch dining experience at Belcanto. The atmosphere was professional but inviting. Interior clean and fairly minimalist with white walls and high brick arches. Service was knowledgeable yet entertaining and fun. Our primary server, Joaō, was great and made the meal interactive and Ross, our sommelier did a great job explaining the pairings. We ordered the classics menu and added the shrimp main course. For wine, we tried the premium Portuguese and regular pairings. While all courses were executed well and flavorful some stood out. I loved the deconstructed lobster caesar salad. The tender crustacean, avocado, and shaved ice like tomato extract were perfect together. Next, the golden egg with truffle was rich and decadent. Scarlet shrimp curry flavor was relatively mild lyered and delicious. Afterwards the pork was just the right amount of grease and crisp. In all the meal lasted nearly 4.5 hours but at no point felt like it was dragging. It was our first meal in Portugal and set the bar high!

Gorgeous restaurant, sophisticated service, of course exceptionally scrumptious food. Every dish is an art. No doubt that this restaurant is an amazing experience. But I just don’t see any difference between 1 and 2 stars Michelin restaurants… Only in price)) Nothing surprised me.

It's a place of magic. You'll dive into a new dimension and a parallel universe. You'll be endulged with taste variations you haven't experienced. The creativity of chef José Avillez is amazing - I love this combination of excellent cooking, the curiosity of a discoverer and the incredible fantasy of an artist, leading to this journey across the landscapes where you see the food with different eyes. It started with some amuse-bouche - the tuna tartar, combined with tempura and chorizo was pure umami. Along the journey, the sea bass was a further peak (all plates were actually highlights), as it was pure sea but kept a perfect equilibrium between the individual components. And don't forget about the "pig", what a surprise. I could go on for hours... And the wine pairing with another journey through some unknown Portuguese wine revealed some real trouvailles and matched perfectly the wonderful dishes. Thank you, Chef Avillez and your crew for taking us on such an incredible and beautiful journey - moito obrigado

We had both the Classics and the Landscape tasting menus. The Classics was 225€ and the Landscapes was 250€, even tho when we made the reservation 3 weeks prior it was 190€ and 225€. The service was exceptional, hats down to the front of the house who had an amazing eye for details. Regarding the food, the Classics tasting menu was better.

We came to Belcanto jetlagged but keen to have a culinary experience and that was exactly what we got. We had both the classic and landscapes menu and we both thought the landscape menu had a slight edge. Unfortunately we were unable to have the wine pairing as we were too tired but the sommelier gave us excellent recommendations on a white to go with the meal. I found the shrimp in particular to be outstanding. The granny's rice pudding was also really refreshing

One of the best meals my wife and I have had (amidst 44 European countries we have visited thus far)! Restaurant staff was very accommodating in spite of arriving without a reservation just before lunch closing. Beatriz was our exceptional waitress-knowledgeable and charming-with excellent recommendations. Highly recommend the carrot and olive starter (extraordinary flavor and creativity). The Rice from the Atlantic was simply delicious (we ended up splitting this due to how large the plate is). Then we ordered both the Apple & Rhubarb pie and chocolate cake. The photos attached do not do them justice (amazing tastes without being too heavy, and amazing attention-to-detail). Cannot wait to return. Worth every Euro and more!

Belcanto is by far the best restaurant in Lisbon. The food was truly exceptional, and so was the service. I am rarely impressed by mains, but both the Hake and Sucking pig were truly unique dishes. The dishes on the menu each represent childhood memories of the chef, brought to us masterfully through playful twists (don’t want to ruin the surprises here :)) we loved the service, and had a marvelous time joking and laughing together with the team. The ambiance is also lovely, as the restaurant is inside an old monastery from the 17th century.

The best meal I have ever had. We got the €195 tasting menu. Worth it. But it was more than just the meal. The whole experience was amazing. The staff were very funny, super professional. This is a must visit.

Amazing evening all around. Waiting staff was excellent, evolution menu was full of little masterpieces, one better than the last. Dessert was so good, we had to get another one. If you're in for a splurge, definitely recommend going for an unforgettable evening here.

Amazing experience from start to finish, our table had a view of both kitchens and it was engaging to see the teams work seamlessly together. Consistent excellence with every bite. Creativity in the presentation and left feeling well fed but not overstuffed. Thank you for your efforts and would love to return when back in Lisbon.

Worth every cent. We took the 9-course menu, every dish was interesting, different and “something I never tried before”. Loved the dish with egg yolk and truffle dust. Just the right place for any celebration or just for the stomach symphony. 5 out of 5 definitely.

Beautiful experience! The food and wine was excelent and the was service super attentive. Loved it

Fantastic culinary experience with a focus on Portuguese cuisine. Excellent service and lovely interior. The two Michelin stars are well deserved

Expected nice dinner but was disapointed at the end. Bread and butter was really great, tuna also, appetizer ok but main course was nothing special at all, I wouldn't eat that again for free, weird taste. Staff and place are nice but experience is average and atmosphere is a bit strange. And at the end they ask you to pay total with 10% extra for service (already added to the bill) and put you in a uncomfortable situation, we denied because we were both not satisfied with our already expensive dinner. Not worth that money at all. Local people after told us we shouldn't go there, now we know.

Flat-out one of the top 10 restaurants that I have ever been to. The food was amazing and unique, but what blew me away was the service. They took all of our dietary restrictions into account and ensured that we could have an amazing experience. The ambiance is just cool. Food highlight: the unique seabass (and I usually do not like seabass). I have recommended this place to many people. Thank you for taking care of me for my 40th birthday! Cheers!

This is a 2 Michelin stars restaurant that really proves that there is a reason and a skill for earning this distinction. The Prix Fixe menu starts at about €200pp. If you’re coming for lunch I highly recommend you skip breakfast. All the courses were interesting, wonderful combination of flavors. Each dish goes beyond its flavors to also account for textures and colors and different temperatures in the most surprising ways. This was the best meal I had in Lisbon (and the most expensive). I would go as far as to say this is an experience unlike others. It’s not just a meal. Make sure to block out 3 hours or so and even a little nap time after.

The chef’s cooking skills are much better than expected.” perfect ‼️ But when we checked out, the waiter asked us do we wanted to pay the original price or +10% as service charge! This kind of questioning makes people very uncomfortable and unnatural 🙄

It's no use pretending to be experienced in this matter, it was my first time in such a top restaurant. I had never eaten in a restaurant ranked in the top 50 in the world. And it was a really interesting experience for me, frankly, it was fascinating. Because I have never seen a place that has raised the bar so high in terms of service. In such restaurants, you should look at the food not only in terms of taste but also in terms of the variety of flavors. In this perspective, you have the chance to taste many different flavors from thin sea bass to pigeon meat, and there are valuable works of art made with dozens of ingredients you don't know the names of. If you expect great flavors from all of them and expect to go crazy, you will be disappointed, but when you try to capture the depths to be discovered in each of them, I think you have done justice to this experience. It would cost a couple 400 Euros a night, but if you ask if it is worth it, everyone should definitely experience this at least once in their lives.

What a beautiful experience this was!! Staff is extremely friendly and professional. The venue is stunning. I had the evolution menu and wine pairing. The food was incredible thoughtful and extremely well prepared.

Exquisite flavors and exemplary service. Had a nice long lunch here; every item was more delicious than the last. Waitstaff was very attentive, which enhanced the experience. If you’re in Lisbon, carve out some time and make a reservation here.

Easily the most unique culinary experience I have ever had in a beautiful restaurant with an attentive, responsive waitstaff. The relatively understated exterior belies the subtle elegance found inside. I loved the arched ceilings and construction. Our server, Airton, shared that the restaurant was formerly the lower level of a church. The service was outstanding, consistent attention throughout without it ever feeling disruptive to the dining experience. The team worked in harmony, clearing the table, resetting the cutlery, and delivering each course. We selected the menu Evolução for the evening and opted for non-alcoholic cocktails as our beverages. The food was a sensory exploration unlike anything I have experienced before. A meal like this invites you to be fully present, immersed in the experience. Not knowing what is coming next creates a sense of anticipation and allows each dish to feel like a reward for waiting. I will avoid any pictures or descriptions of the dishes to preserve that sort of experience for others. There was such a sense of artistry and specificity with each dish, how it was presented, the unique combinations of textures, flavors, ingredients, temperatures, it was delightful. Even the bread service arrived with a trio of butters that were unique presented and were profound in the diverse flavors conveyed. Along the way, the elevated dining experience also included playfulness and humor, which helped it to remain an accessible, relaxed experience. Admittedly, the dinner was expensive, but it was one of the highlights of our trip.

I enjoyed learning about classic Portugese dishes in a beautiful presentation. The most memorable dishes were all of the appetizers, the crispy chicken skin & fish surprise dish, and the dessert with almond crust that made the best texture combined with the soft filling in the bottom and tarty sorbet to balance out the sweet flavors. I don’t think I could have ever enjoyed getting the traditional suckling pig dish on my own at a typical Portugese restaurant that comes with fries and other sides, but in here this dish was elevated so cleverly so we can still enjoy all flavors without feeling stuffed. So smart, chef Jose Avillez 👌🏽 Between a group of 3, sharing a bottle of champagne worked out perfectly..because it’s a lot of courses so doing wine tasting might have been too much. Overall it took us 3.5 hours, so I recommend doing this on a day when you are not in rush. FYI for team Belcanto: There was a dish that was a bit too fishy which was strange because we didn’t expect that at a place like this. The Fish entree had no special memory type of flavors. The ambiance and decor unfortunately didn’t feel anything special to remember. I recommend the servers to speak a bit loudly when explaining the next dish. It felt like we could barely hear full sentence. Even though gratuity is optional in Portugal, the restaurant machine had only two options explained to us for payment - with or without suggested gratuity. I recommend explaining the third option where the guests can add any % they prefer.