Rio de Mel in Lisbon
About
Rio de Mel in Lisbon offers a vibrant, casual dining experience perfect for lunch seekers who love chicken. Known for their signature frango maravilhoso, the charcoal-grilled chicken is a must-try, especially when paired with their famous piri piri sauce. With prices ranging from 5 to 10 EUR, it's an affordable delight that doesn't compromise on taste.
The restaurant boasts an inviting and laidback atmosphere, with outdoor benches at the Esplanada da padaria portuguesa providing a relaxed spot to enjoy your meal. Despite the usual wait, the friendly and English-speaking staff ensure a pleasant visit. Whether you're in for a quick takeaway or a languid lunch with friends, Rio de Mel has you covered with its selection of beverages and indulgent desserts. Expect wipes on hand to keep things tidy while you savor every bite.
Price
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Services
Takeaway, Reservations available
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts
Payment
Payment by debit card
Atmosphere
Casual
- $$$$ 5 - 10 EUR
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Payment by debit card
- Casual
- Paid parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Toilet
- Usually a wait
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 4
- Service: 3
- Atmosphere: 4
The chicken was juicy and tasty but it didn’t have much smoky flavor or charcoal flavor! I was surprised to learn they charge for utensils even if you buy rice pudding! The guy that works there asked me to use the cover of the rice pudding container as a spoon!

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Frango maravilhoso 🤸♂️✨ para quem vai para comer lá: sentem-se a comer na esplanada da padaria portuguesa bem pertinho e tragam toalhitas haha vale a pena

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Great place for something quick to take away - very laidback and staff were friendly helping me order. Definitely recommend - especially if you’ve just arrived in Lisbon and need something to eat
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Rio de Mel?Rio de Mel is located at Av. da Igreja 25D, 1700-266, Lisbon, Portugal.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Pç. Alvalade (10 m walk)
- Bus stop Pç. Alvalade (Esc. Eugénio Santos) (189 m walk)
- Bus stop Esc. Rainha D. Leonor (188 m walk)
- Subway station Alvalade (121 m walk)
- How is Rio de Mel rated by visitors?Rio de Mel has an average rating of 4.6 based on 859 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- What is the average price for a meal at Rio de Mel?The average price for a meal is 5 - 10 EUR (it is cheap - $).
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