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The Portuguese kitchen is famous all over the world for one thing: Pasteis de Nata! These egg custard tart pastries are delicious but, unfortunately, not vegan. It will be hard to find vegan versions of Pastel de Nata in more remote areas in Portugal and even in touristy areas but, not in the capital city! In this post, you can find the three best places to eat vegan pastel de nata in Lisbon. Enjoy!
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is Portugal’s captivating capital, which you will surely fall in love with in an instant! Located along the stunning shores of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is a great place to witness incredible architecture, explore cute stores and second-hand shops, and experience outstanding gastronomy.
One of Lisbon’s most iconic features is its seven hills, which provide sweeping panoramic views of the cityscape. As a conscious traveler, you can explore the historic districts of Alfama and Bairro Alto, with their narrow cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and Fado music pouring from quaint taverns. The city’s past is visible through its Moorish and medieval architecture, such as the São Jorge Castle and the Belém Tower, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Lisbon is also a city of innovation, boasting a thriving tech scene and a vibrant arts and music culture. The LX Factory, a creative hub in a former industrial complex, will lure you in with contemporary art, design, and cuisine. The city’s food scene is a wonderful fusion of Portuguese flavors, with must-try dishes like pastéis de nata and vegan versions of classic dishes like Caldo Verde and prego.
If you are keen to learn more about Lisbon in a flexible and budget-friendly way, check out these walking tours in Lisbon to explore the cities with a guide but on your own and without the schedule of a busy tour.
In this post, we’ll explore the three best places in Lisbon to try vegan Pastel de Nata!
Before we dive into the three best places to try vegan Pastel de Nata in Lisbon, here is what a Pastel de Nata actually is.
A Pastel de Nata, also known as a Portuguese custard tart, is a delicious pastry that originated in Lisbon in the 18th century. It consists of a flaky, buttery pastry crust filled with a creamy custard that’s slightly caramelized on top. The tarts are often sprinkled with a hint of cinnamon or powdered sugar on top for added flavor.
While you can’t buy vegan versions of Pastel de Nata at The Fábrica de Pastéis de Belém, the most popular place in Lisbon to try Pasteis de Nata, there are three lovely places in Lisbon where you can!
Streets of Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is a large city and you can find a wide array of vegan restaurants in Lisbon, however, not many sell a vegan version of this national dish. Here are the best places in Lisbon to try vegan Pastel de Nata!
Vegan Nata is an institute in Lisbon and is the best bakery in the city to get your vegan Pastel de Nata on the go. With three locations in the city, you will surely find one that is nearby.
Vegan Nata was founded by two entrepreneurs who met in a co-working space and bonded over a shared love for vegan food and sustainability. Not only are the Pasteis de Nata vegan but everything in the bakeries is designed to make their ecological footprint as small as possible.
The vegan Natas here are delicious, perfectly flakey on the outside, and super creamy on the inside!
Website: Vegan Nata
Where: Directions
A Minha Avo is a cute restaurant near Parque Eduardo VII in the center of Lisbon. It serves vegan versions of traditional Portuguese dishes and is a must-try if you want to immerse yourself in the Portuguese food culture!
Vegan pastel de nata @ A Minha Avo (© Joana César)
At A Minha Avo, you can try dishes like Arroz sem Pato and Francesinha, a vegan version of a sandwich that is originally loaded with meat and cheese.
Their vegan version of the famous pastel de Nata is a true work of art. Instead of having a round shape, they created a rectangular pastel de Nata with the cream inside the crust. It is served with a scoop of ice cream and sprinkled with cinnamon.
Website: A Minha Avo
Where: Directions
Pasteis de Nata @ Café Moko
Moko Veggie Café is a bakery/café in Lisbon with two locations in the city, one in Anjos and one in Alvalade. Moko is one of the best places in the city to have a lunch break.
On their menu, you can find delicious vegan dishes like burgers, salads, and soups and also a wide array of cakes and pastries making it an equally ideal place for breakfast.
Their vegan Pasteis de Nata are highly regarded in the city and Moko Café, in general, is a favorite among local vegan “alfacinhas”.
Website: Moko Veggie Café
Where: Directions
There you go! I hope you enjoyed this post about the best places in Lisbon to try vegan Pastel de Nata. I have heard that Daterra is also a good place to try them but I’m not sure if they always have them on their buffet menu.
If you visit another place in Lisbon that sells amazing Pastel de Nata, let me know in the comments below or drop me a message through my contact page.
Regarding onwards travel, I can higly recommend adding Porto to your itinerary after Lisbon.
Also, don’t forget to check out my resources page with my favorite booking platforms and tips to start planning your trip. Additionally, have a look at my favorite travel gear if you want to pack more consciously!
ENJOY!
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