I have just spent a week in Lisbon and have to admit that the Time Out Market was one of the highlights of the trip. In fact, the moment I heard about its existence I made the point of visiting it the first thing after arriving at the city. And, truth be told, it didn’t disappoint.
The Time Out Market existed as an extension to the Mercado da Ribeira at Cais do Sodré – which was a fairly traditional market that you’d expect from most places in Europe. It is very easy to get to – just take the metro to Cais do Sodré (green line) and it is pretty much right outside the station.
The food hall itself is a hotpot of restaurants in Lisbon, covering a wide variety of cuisines that you’d find in the city: from traditional seafood, to croquette, soup, and their signature desserts. It is a well curated mix so that you feel that all the stores have something different to offer.
As much as the choices are great and makes you feel like a kid in the candy shop, it can also be a bit overwhelming at first. Afterall, you are here for a meal and so what should you choose? This is why I have decided to write a quick piece on what I think are the great ones to try out, and what are less great. Do note that I haven’t visited every single one so I am only going to focus my recommendations on those that I have tried. But here it is:
Recommended:
- Miguel Castro E Silva (traditional Portuguese food)
- Marlene Vieira (traditional Portuguese food)
- Monte Mar (seafood)
- Manteigaria (pastel de nata)
- Recordação de Sintra (other Portuguese sweets)
