Time Out Market has become one of the most popular food stops in Lisbon.
But the building has a much longer history than the Time Out Market itself.
For more than a century, this was Mercado da Ribeira, one of Lisbon's traditional markets. Then, in 2014, part of the building became the Time Out Market we know today.
The concept was to bring together some of the city's restaurants, chefs and food businesses in one place.
Instead of travelling across Lisbon to try different restaurants, you can order different dishes and eat them at the same table. It is also a good option for groups because everyone can choose something different.
Some of the names inside the market come from well-known Lisbon restaurants, while others are projects from Portuguese chefs. This means you can also try food from some very good chefs without having the full restaurant experience.
If you follow my posts, you might have noticed that I don't usually recommend Time Out Market, especially if you're looking for an authentic Lisbon experience.
I would still choose a traditional tasca or a small local restaurant if that is what you're looking for.
But I also understand why Time Out Market is a must-stop for many tourists. The concept is convenient, there is a lot of choice, and you can try several different things in the same place.
And if you're going, these are 5 dishes I recommend:
1. Octopus à Lagareiro in New Textures | Marlene Vieira
A modern version of a Portuguese classic. Marlene Vieira takes the traditional polvo à lagareiro and gives it a different presentation while keeping Portuguese flavours.
2. Octopus and Seaweed Rice | João Sá
João Sá is the chef behind Sála, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Lisbon. His dish at the market combines octopus with seaweed rice, tomato, peppers, vinegar and chilli. A good opportunity to try something connected to his cooking in a much more casual setting.
3. Sirloin Pica-Pau | Pinóquio
Pinóquio is a classic Lisbon restaurant. Pica-pau is made with small pieces of beef in a savoury sauce and is normally eaten as a snack or shared at the table. Simple and very Portuguese.
4. Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato | Marisqueira Azul
One of the Portuguese seafood dishes I always recommend trying. Clams prepared with garlic, olive oil and coriander. Get some bread, because you will want it for the sauce.
5. Bacalhau à Brás | Miguel Castro Silva
One of the most famous ways of eating cod in Portugal. Bacalhau à Brás combines shredded cod with thin fried potatoes, onion and eggs, usually finished with parsley and olives.
Miguel Castro Silva is one of Portugal's best-known chefs, so this is also a good opportunity to try his version of a Portuguese classic in a casual setting.
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