This great restaurant is not far off the famous 28 tram route and a couple of streets away form the Sau Justa Elevator. The Rua da Trinade (Bairro Alto, Lisboa) is a bit rough looking, but is far from it, a very friendly area.
From the front it has an inconspicous awning and tinted double doors. Inside the doors is a nice bar/cafe area, then beyond a sign telling you to wait for your seat. Remember, the Portuguese are a lovely people, genuine and friendly, but they do things in their own time. They don't mean to be rude, but if you are not running at their pace of life (and lovely it is), you could take offense. But be patient!
One time convent, one time brewery, the main area is a high ceiling dining area with the most amazing tiling on the walls. Beyond this area is another great eating area and then out to a courtyard on the right. The staff are great, mature gents with good advice and a lovely manner. The portuguese eat here, it is family friendly, but you also come for the food.
The prices are what you expect from Lisbon, very reasonable, in fact they have a daily special for €4.90, which is fantastic in terms of quality and price, usually a local speciality. The rest of the menu is typical portuguese, fish, pasta, something for everyone.
This place has it all - location, staff, environment, quality, and price.
