Benfica vs Sporting: 5 Great Places to Watch the Derby in Lisbon
As the highly anticipated Benfica vs Sporting match approaches, football fans in Lisbon are gearing up to cheer on their favourite team. With the outcome of the game potentially deciding the national championship, the atmosphere is set to be electric. For those who prefer to experience the excitement away from the stadium, we have rounded up five top restaurants and bars in Lisbon where you can enjoy good food, refreshing drinks, and large screens.
According to a report by Sabado.pt, a local publication, these five venues offer the perfect setting to watch the derby. First up is O Lutador, a traditional tasca that prides itself on its quality cuisine and relaxed atmosphere. Their menu features a range of snacks to share, as well as more substantial dishes such as bife à café (€14.50), bacalhau assado à lagareiro (€18.5), and salmão grelhado (€14.50). Be sure to ask about their caracóis, and if the weather permits, enjoy them on the outdoor terrace. The game can be watched inside.
Located at R. da Junqueira, 1C, Lisboa, Sabado.pt notes that you can contact O Lutador on 210 183 099. The average price range is around €20.
Another great option is O Tacho, situated just a short walk from the Marquês de Pombal, where championship celebrations usually take place. The restaurant has two TVs inside, showing the game, and a menu that won’t disappoint. Highlights include pregos no prato, garoupa na brasa (€17.5), carapaus grelhados (€14.80), and coelho no churrasco (€14.5).
As reported by Sabado.pt, O Tacho is located at Avenida Ressano Garcia 5A, Lisboa, and can be contacted on 213 872 045. The average price range is around €20.
For those looking for a sports bar experience, The Couch Sports Bar is a great choice. With three locations in Lisbon, including one with an outdoor terrace and stunning views of the marina at Doca de Santo Amaro, this venue is perfect for watching multiple games at once. With around 30 giant screens dedicated to various sports, including football, you won’t miss a moment of the action.
As quoted in Sabado.pt, The Couch Sports Bar offers a range of snacks, including their popular roast beef sandwich (€14) and box to box burger (€12), accompanied by steakhouse fries (€4). You can find them at Av. Brasília 5 Armazém, 14, Lisboa, or contact them on 938 362 841. The average price range is around €15.
Taberna Ibérica is another top pick, welcoming fans of all teams. Their Spanish-inspired snacks are a specialty, with options for almost every taste. Try their h uevos rotos com jamon (€8.5), pica pau à ibérica (€13), or patatas bravas (€6). With two giant screens and three TVs inside, you won’t miss a moment of the game.
According to Sabado.pt, Taberna Ibérica is located at Praça da Alegria, 66 1.º Andar, Lisboa, and can be contacted on 213 476 023. The average price range is around €20.
Last but not least, Galeto is a Lisbon classic that stays open until 3 am, making it an excellent choice for watching the game and enjoying a post-match meal. With over 100 specialties on the menu, from pregos to bifes, filetes, hambúrgueres, or tártaros, there’s something for everyone. Seven TVs scattered throughout the venue ensure you won’t miss a play.
As noted by Sabado.pt, Galeto is located at Av. da República, 14, Lisboa, and can be contacted on 213 544 444. The average price range is around €20.
These five restaurants and bars offer a great way to experience the Benfica vs Sporting derby in Lisbon, with good food, drinks, and exciting atmosphere. For more information and to plan your evening, be sure to check out Sabado.pt.
