The new life of Lisbon markets
The oldest markets of Lisbon turned into gastronomic markets and are now a meeting point for locals and tourists
Going to the market is not what it once was. If formerly, in the time of our grandparents, it meant picking the freshest products, fruit and fish, now it has a slightly different meaning. Not that the traditional markets have ceased to exist, but now the spotlight is turned to new markets that are offering great tasting moments.
Mercado da Ribeira – Time Out Market Lisboa
The Ribeira Market has been the main market in Lisbon since its inauguration in 1892. In 2004 it was managed by Time Out Lisboa magazine, and its retail business focus changed to catering. This iconic space, iron interior and an oriental-inspired dome, occupies 110,000 m2. Altogether it has 30 restaurants and 750 available places for sitting, inside and on the terrace.
Not only is it a tasting space, it still continues to exhibit food markets as well as the other markets. The purpose of the underwent Time Out renovation, turned it into a place of worship and a showcase of Portuguese cuisine for tourists. Here you can taste the creations of the chef Henrique Sá Pessoa, enjoy a steak - bife do lombo - in the Café de São Bento, taste the best Portuguese wines in Garrafeira Nacional and eat delicious chocolates in Arcadia.
Endereço: Avenida 24 de Julho, n.º 49, Cais do Sodré
Telefone: (+351) 21 324 4980
Horário: 10h00-00h00 (de domingo a quinta-feira) e 10h00-02h00 (sexta-feira e sábado)
Mercado de Campo de Ourique
Mercado de Campo de Ourique was opened in 1934 and refurbished in 2013, offering, in addition to the fresh fish and vegetables of the day, twenty new dining places. Some people compare it to the Market of San Miguel in Madrid.
At the kiosks, you can try the ham at Charcutaria Lisboa, the sushi of Praça Japonesa and enjoy the butcher's meat in O Talho. You can also buy the foods on the fresh market. There is also a wine outlet - garrafeira - where you can order wine and cocktails.
Address: Rua Coelho da Rocha, 104, Lisbon
Phone: 8+351) 93 892 6142
Opening Hours: 09h30-23h00 (Sunday to Wednesday), 09h30-00h00 (Thursday), 09h30h-01h00 (Friday and Saturday)
Mercado de Algés
Mercado de Algés was established in the 50's, being the most recently transformed Lisbon market. For many years it was known for selling fruit, vegetables, fish and meat, but in 2015 it improved, combining the traditional trade stalls with several dining outlets.
This market was inspired by the Ourique Field Market in Lisbon, which has been a hit in Lisbon. In all the 16 stalls, 13 of which are restaurants with a capacity for 500 people. At Algés Market you can eat hamburgers, sushi, suckling pig, fish dishes, Mexican food, ice cream and traditional Portuguese sweets.
Address: Rua Elias Garcia, 22A, Lisbon
Phone: (+351) 21 596 8019
Openning Hours: 10h00-23h59 (open every day)