Are you a night owl or an early bird? If you're on team early risers, then we’ve got an interesting read for you. If not, then you’d better start waking up early, because while traveling, there’s no time to waste. And if you’re in a city as beautiful as Lisbon, then you need to learn how to seize the day. 

As you hop from one place to another, you’ll definitely make a stop at a café or two to grab a quick bite or a cup of coffee to power through the day. But you also have all the right to a place with a wonderful atmosphere that would brighten your day. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide for the cutest cafés in Lisbon that suit all interests and lifestyles.

For Breakfast Lovers

While you’re travelling, you can’t start your day on an empty stomach – leave those bad habits back home. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and you need to have a decent one to have enough energy for a day packed with activities.

Dear Breakfast

Just like the name suggests, this place is everything a breakfast lover could ask for. Tasty morning dishes, check. Exquisite coffee, check. Lovely view, check. They even have a secret rooftop!

Locations:

Bica: Rua das Gaviotas, 17

Chiado: Calcada Sao Francisco , 35

Alfalma: Largo de Santo Antonia de Se, 16

Working Hours:

Bica: 9h - 16h on weekdays and 9h - 17h on weekends

Chiado: 9h - 16h on weekdays and 9h - 17h on weekends

Alfalma: 9h - 20h on weekdays and 9h - 20h on weekends

The Mill

Whether you’re going for breakfast or brunch, you’ll find a fresh serving that appeals to you on the menu. But the coffee there? It’s exceptional. The Mill offers specialty coffee that’ll help you start your day in a good mood.

Location:

Rua do Poco dos Negros 1

Working Hours:

8h - 15h on weekdays and 8h - 16h on weekends

Nicolau Lisboa Café

Healthy, delicious, colorful, and fresh, all served on one platter. Nicolau is hands down the place to satisfy all your cravings with a healthy, yet extra tasty, breakfast.

Location:

Rua de Sao Nicolau, 17, Baixa

Working Hours:

Every day from 8h30 to 22h

Comoba Lisboa

This cute, minimalistic café is located in an old building with a modern twist. Comoba Lisboa doesn’t just offer exceptional vibes, food, and coffee, it also features a matcha bar!

Location:

Rua de Sao Paulo 99 - 101

Working Hours:

Every day from 9h to 15h30

For Brunch Lovers

Starting your day too early and can only have breakfast on the go? Or is it a laid-back day and you don’t feel like setting the alarm? Don’t fret! That’s why brunch exists…

Heim

This cozy café can easily become your favorite brunch spot all thanks to the wide variety of the menu that caters to all tastes.

Location:

Rua de Santos O-Velho, 2 e 4

Working Hours:

Every day from 9h to 18h

Zenith

This place is for everything brunch – smoothie bowls, pancakes, egg benedict, you name it! It’s also worth mentioning that there are plenty of vegan and gluten-free options to choose from as well.

Location:

Rua do Telhal, 4A

Working Hours:

Every day from 9h to 17h

Quase Café

This cute spot is more than enough to draw your attention. The cobblestone alley and the green umbrellas are how you can find this hidden gem of a café. So, if you’re looking for a low-key spot to have some avocado toast for brunch, this is the place to go.

Location:

Rua do Salvador, 32

Working Hours:

Every day from 8h30 to 16h

For Digital Nomads

You don’t have to be on vacation, running from one destination to the other. You could simply be slow travelling through Lisbon as a digital nomad. Then, all that you need would be decent food, a motivating atmosphere, and high-speed internet. 

Hello, Kristof

This picture-perfect coffee shop around the corner is a lovely spot to indulge in specialty coffee as you work on your laptop. And if you ever feel like taking a break, just grab a magazine from the wide selection they have displayed on the wall.

Location:

Rua do Poco dos Negros, 103

Working Hours:

Every day from 9h to 15h

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

This Danish coffee shop has taken over Lisbon with its top-notch specialty coffee. And that’s just what you need to stay hyper-focused while working. Just grab your laptop and pick one of their branches around the city and go!

Location:

Douradores: Rua dos Douradores, 190

Campo de Santa Clara: Campo de Santa Clara, 135

Alcantara: Rua Prior do Crato, 1a

Alfama: Escolas Gerais, 34

Cais Do Sodre: Rua de Sao Paulo, 60-62 

Estrela: Av. Alvares Cabral 13c

Praca Das Flores: Rua Nova da Piedade, 10

Working Hours:

Every day from 8h to 17h

Village Underground

Saving the best for last, this is not your typical digital nomad café, in fact, this is an entire space dedicated to creatives from all fields. Village Underground is made up of 14 old shipping containers and two double-decker retro buses. The space offers a diner, a co-working space, and a cultural centre for events. Oh and the view of the 25 de Abril bridge is just the cherry on top!

Location:

Avenida da India, 52

Working Hours:

Friday – Saturday: 11h to 18h

Sunday – Tuesday: 11h to 20h

Wednesday – Thursday: 11h to 1h 

After this guide, we bet those morning outings in Lisbon couldn’t be any more cuter, delicious, and productive. Make sure to drop us a line if you visit any of these cafés and let us know what you think.