Bona Ventura

Cais do Sodré · Lisbon

British Bar

PubLocals' pick

A sailors' and shipping-office bar since 1919 by the Cais do Sodré docks, the setting of Alain Tanner's film In the White City (1983) and a favourite table of José Cardoso Pires; the 19th-century clock behind the bar runs backwards.

Address
R. Bernardino Costa 52, 1200-052 Lisboa
Hours
Mon-Sun 12:00-04:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening, Late night · About 1 h
Price
Price not verified
Price level
€

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Good to know

  • Look for the backwards clock and the 'B' door handles (Time Out Lisboa, Lojas com História).
  • Long list of Belgian, Dutch, German and Czech beers, plus three house drinks found only here (Lojas com História).
  • Avoid big football nights if you want a seat.

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