Cafe Luso
About
The "Café Luso" established in Lisbon in 1927 at nr.31 of Avenida da Liberdade and later in 1939 moved to the Palace Brito Freire in the Bairro Alto borough. This Palace built in the late 17th Century for an aristocratic family, survived the catastrophic earthquake of 1755 and has remained almost untouched up to today. The "Café Luso", Fado House and Restaurant, is located within a solid and austere area, the former cellars and stables of the Palace Brito Freire, also known as Palace of St. Roque. The decorative patrimony includes the ceramic panels by Master Ferreira da Silva (1960's) and more recently the paintings of acrylic on canvas by Mr. Norberto Nunes. The "Café Luso" fulfils daily its destiny: to combine the sensibility and taste of the artistic and gastronomic talents, by permanently paying attention to its main aim , to preserve and innovate, making sure that stimulates and keep a cohesive Team, both skilful and creative. Being the Fado a tradition that cannot be translated, the Café Luso summons all those who visit us to return and feel the sounds of the Portuguese Soul.
Highlights
- Live Fado Performance
- Historic Palace Setting
- Gastronomic Experience
Must-See Areas
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Best time to visit
May to September for the liveliest crowds and vibrant atmosphere
Pros & Cons
What visitors love
- Authentic Fado Experience
- Gastronomic Excellence
Things to consider
- Late Closing Hours
- Potential Crowd Levels
What people are saying
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 3 hours