Further along the same street, Flaneur Lisbon gives that unhurried mood a different expression. Opened in July 2026 by chef Romans Skorikovs, whose career includes two decades in London, the restaurant follows the changing rhythm of the day: brunch and specialty coffee in the morning, Portuguese wines by the glass and small plates from late afternoon. Its concise menu has included sourdough toast with sardines and cherry tomatoes, a beef cheek and cheese sandwich, and Basque cheesecake with cherries. The name captures the intention behind the space: the French flâneur, wandering through the city with time to notice what others might pass by. (Source: NiT)

On Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar, The Layers introduces a more international perspective to the neighbourhood’s café scene. Founded by a Ukrainian entrepreneur, this intimate coffeehouse combines carefully selected specialty coffee with an all-day brunch menu that draws inspiration from different culinary traditions. Slow-fermented sourdough, shakshuka, avocado toast and inventive sandwiches sit alongside homemade sweets, creating a setting equally suited to a late breakfast or an informal afternoon gathering. Just a short walk from Parque Eduardo VII and El Corte Inglés, its contemporary yet welcoming atmosphere reflects the growing influence of independent cafés on Lisbon’s everyday dining culture.

Find them at: doBeco, Rua Marquês Sá da Bandeira, 46; Flaneur Lisbon, Rua Marquês Sá da Bandeira, 86B; The Layers, Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar, 23.