Pastel de Nata from the neighborhood

Alvalade is one of those neighborhoods where everything is within walking distance, where everything is close by, where people are more approachable. Among traditional markets, independent bookstores, and always-crowded outdoor cafes, there’s a must-stop to sweeten the little moments for those who live here: Manteigaria on Avenida Rio de Janeiro.

Far from the tourist bustle of downtown Lisbon and the high-rise business districts, Alvalade has a residential and very family-oriented atmosphere. Different generations of families share life in this neighborhood with students from the schools and universities located here. It’s so laid-back that it was considered one of the 20 coolest neighborhoods in the world by TimeOut.

And everyone stops by here, for a Pastel de Nata with family, friends, or while waiting for the bus.