Gluten-Free in Lisbon
Lisbon is extremely accommodating for gluten-free visitors. The city features dedicated gluten-free bakeries where you can eat safe "Pastéis de Nata" (traditional Portuguese custard tarts), alongside modern celiac-friendly restaurants.
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Celiac Survival Guide for Lisbon
- •Visit Zarzuela, a dedicated bakery in Lisbon serving gluten-free Pastéis de Nata.
- •Eat at Open Brasserie Mediterrânica for certified celiac-friendly fine dining.
- •Be cautious with the bread placed on your table at the start of meals (couvert) as it is wheat-based.
Safe Local Foods in Portugal
- ✓Bacalhau à Brás (codfish, potatoes, eggs - check recipe)
- ✓Grilled sardines & sea bass
- ✓Arroz de Marisco (seafood rice)
- ✓Caldo Verde (potato & kale soup, check chorizo for flour fillers)
Avoid in Portugal
- ✕Alheira (traditional sausage containing bread)
- ✕Pastéis de Nata (custard tarts - wheat pastry)
- ✕Bread served at the start of meals (couvert)
- ✕Beer (cerveja)
🗣️ Celiac Language card
"Tenho doença celíaca. Não posso comer nada com glúten, trigo, cevada ou centeno."
Pronunciation: Ten-ho doo-en-sa seh-lee-a-ka. No poh-so koh-mer gloo-ten.
Save a screenshot of this celiac card phrase to show to servers when ordering food.
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