Spending Valentine’s Day in Lisbon is a fantastic way to celebrate love and we can’t think of a more beautiful place to do it! This city offers everything from romantic dinners to scenic escapes. When you include the surrounding areas of Cascais and Sintra, the list of places to impress your lover is endless. Here are the best places to enjoy an unforgettable Valentine’s Day in Lisbon and beyond.
Valentine’s Day Dinner or Lunch
Restaurante Brilhante
R. Moeda 1G, Lisboa
Step into old-world elegance at Brilhante, a restaurant that blends French brasserie elegance with classic Lisbon charm. Picture plush velvet seating, dim lighting, and timeless dishes. The steak Brilhante, cordon bleu, and creamy mazzoline rice make perfect sharing plates. This place exudes romance, which makes it one of the best spots for Valentine’s Day in Lisbon. You can reserve your table right through Google Maps.
Penha Longa Resort
Estrada da Lagoa Azul, Linhó, Sintra
Few places are as romantic as Sintra, and Penha Longa Resort offers two restaurants to celebrate love. At Arola, a six-course Valentine’s menu highlights ingredients like bass, raspberry, and cod bone. Arola’s special Valentine’s Day menu is available for lunch and dinner on February 14 and for lunch on February 15th. Spices restaurant brings an Asian twist with sushi, green curry, and shrimp tempura. The Valentine’s Day menu here is only available for dinner on February 14th. Call ahead to reserve at 219 249 011.
Sabores de Sintra or Taverna dos Trovadores
Sabores de Sintra – R. 1 de Dezembro n 16/18, Sintra
Taverna dos Trovadores – Praça Dom Fernando II 18, Sintra
If you’re looking for fairytale Sintra settings away from a resort, Sabores de Sintra offers a candlelit setting with a cozy, rustic ambiance. For live music, Taverna dos Trovadores hosts performances from Ana Lains and Ana Caldeira. Either way, you’ll dine on delicious Portuguese cuisine in a magical setting. Both restaurants can easily be reserved on Google Maps.
Gunpowder
Rua Nova da Trindade 13, Lisboa
Looking to spice things up? Gunpowder offers a modern Indian dining experience filled with bold flavors. Their Valentine’s special features wild sea bass marinated in garlic and pepper, served with mangosteen and curry leaves. Another standout dish is the black pork cameloo with a side of snail salad. End the night with a chocolate ganache tartelet, flavored with cinnamon and olive oil ice cream. Reserve through Google Maps.
The Ivens – Rocco Gastrobar
R. Capelo 5, Lisboa
For a lively and stylish date, Rocco Gastrobar delivers. This all-day spot serves everything from gourmet snacks to Negronis. Whether you sit at the counter or by the window, the DJ’s vinyl collection sets the mood. Choose from cold cuts, cheeses, salads, or a perfectly crafted cocktail. It’s a great spot for couples who love good food and a whimsical atmosphere. Open every day until 1:00 AM.
Come Prima
R. do Olival 258, Lisboa
Italian dinner in the place that discovered black truffles in Portugal? Yes, please! Come Prima offers some of the most delicious Italian cuisine in town and the truffles are a most. Adding to the romance is its location, which makes you feel like you are entering a stylish country home and eating under the eaves (if you’re seated on the second floor). The service is second to none, always ready to serve you that next delicious glass of wine or Italian dessert. Reservations are a must, which you can make directly through Google Maps.
Bougain Restaurant and Garden Bar
Avenida Valbom 13, Cascais
Dine inside a stunning century-old mansion at Bougain that has only been open to non-hotel guests since 2023. Nestled in the garden of Casa da Pérgola, this restaurant offers a charming and intimate setting. The menu includes classic dishes like duck confit and sole à meunière. Don’t leave without trying the citrus rice or their tableside-prepared steak tartare. If you want an elegant yet relaxed Valentine’s dinner, this is the place.
Take a Dance Class
Want to try something more energetic for Valentine’s Day? Why not take dance class together? Lisbon offers an array of amazing dance classes, whether it’s the sensual bachata, the close tango, or the sensuous kizomba. Check out UDance or Jazzy Dance for the biggest list of options. If you’re unsure where to go, our dance guide to Lisbon will help!
Stay the Whole Night
Hyatt Regency Lisbon
Rua da Junqueira 65, Lisboa
The Hyatt Regency makes Valentine’s Day in Lisbon extra special with its “Postcard from Lisbon” package. For €325, couples can enjoy a luxurious room with rose petals, chocolates, and heart-shaped red velvet cakes. The offer includes spa access, two drinks at the bar, and a late check-out. A dinner at Viseversa restaurant with live music is available for €80 per person. Upgrade to the €530 package for a romantic couples’ massage.
No matter how you choose to celebrate, Valentine’s Day in Lisbon promises unforgettable moments. Dance the night away, sip on some of the world’s most delicious wine, and toast to love – the choice is yours! Make your reservations early and enjoy a magical evening in one of Europe’s most romantic cities.
