Solar dos Presuntos

The name—Solar dos Presuntos, or “Manor of Hams”— and a glance at the front window might lead you to believe that cured meats are the star of the show, and while premium porco preto, sourced from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, certainly takes pride of place, this is far from a one-note menu. The kitchen is a love letter to Portugal’s diverse culinary heritage, where seafood and meat dishes hold equal weight.

Among the undisputed showstoppers? The Arroz de Lavagante, a decadently rich lobster rice, brimming with oceanic depth and best enjoyed at a leisurely pace, paired with a crisp regional Vinho Branco. Equally tempting is the Açorda de Marisco, a soulful, garlicky bread stew infused with the freshest shellfish—a dish that speaks to Portugal’s ability to turn humble ingredients into something truly spectacular.

The dining room, lined with portraits of famous guests and shelves of regional wines, hums with an energy that feels quintessentially Lisbon. Whether it’s a perfectly prepared bacalhau or a bottle of Vinho Alentejano to toast the occasion, every detail at Solar dos Presuntos is a tribute to the country’s deep-rooted love for food, hospitality and good company.