Jul 17, 2018 · This iconic Lisbon patisserie has been around since 1922 and is known all over town for the best possible reasons. The famous café is located in the heart of Lisbon, in Avenida da República, in a splendid Art Nouveau building that is …

Nov 24, 2022 · Lisbon’s Pastelaria Versailles (Versailles coffee and pastries shop), one of the most iconic in the city and named after a French palace, celebrates its 100th anniversary today.

Jun 7, 2024 · Top 5 Iconic Old Cafes in the Heart of Lisbon. A Brasileira: This iconic cafe in the Chiado neighborhood has been a popular spot since it first opened its doors in 1905. Known for its Art Nouveau decor and famous clientele, including Fernando Pessoa, A Brasileira is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience old-world charm in Lisbon.

Versailles is a classic cafe, that opened in 1922, with mirrored palatial interiors, glass and Art Nouveau influences recreate the atmosphere of a classic European cafe. At Versailles, people can find perhaps the biggest variety of pastries in town.

Nov 10, 2023 · It starts with its art nouveau furniture, the paintings and carvings, the chandeliers, mirrors, the excellent service and ends, of course, with the sweet temptations. Be sure to try the allumettes, duchesses, garibaldi or the classic croquetes.

Art Nouveau sets the mood in the style of a true classic European café. At Versailles, the simple act of drinking coffee is rarely lonely. Close by you will always have one of the most refined and varied pastries in Lisbon smiling at you through the window.

This is the city's most famous café, opened in 1905 with a magnificent art nouveau décor and known for the intellectuals who stopped by on a daily basis in the early 20th century. One of them was poet Fernando Pessoa, whose bronze statue (perhaps the most photographed in the country) stands amid the clientele of both young and old.

May 17, 2024 · The café’s elegant Art Nouveau interior, with its mirrored walls and wooden paneling, exudes an old-world charm that instantly captivates visitors. Patrons can savor a rich bica while absorbing the historical significance and …

Nov 10, 2023 · Spanning the entire area of a building, the café encompassed not only its mainstay—the coffee-serving section—but also included a restaurant, tea room, tobacconist, barber shop, and billiards. The café’s entrance was known for its captivating art nouveau limestone sculpture of an angel with outspread wings, a masterful creation by Fausto Fernandes.

On the opposite side of the square is a building with an arch that leads to a street that hides one of Lisbon’s most beautiful and most curious façades. It’s a relic rich in Art Nouveau ornamentation, and was one of the first movie theaters in Portugal.