A chicken grill on Calçada da Ajuda that has worked as the bairro's canteen since the Varela family took it over in May 1973. Its frango assado draws people from across Lisbon, and a former President of the Republic is a regular.
- Address
- Calçada da Ajuda 184, 1300-146 Lisboa, Portugal
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 12:00-15:30, 19:00-22:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
- Best time to go
- Afternoon, Evening · About 45 min
- Price
- Roast chicken EUR 12.80/kg; half portion with rice and fries EUR 8.50 (NiT, Sep 2026)
- Price level
- €
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Expect a queue at lunch; service is fast and many people are in and out in half an hour.
- Takeaway chicken is sold by the kilo, a good picnic option on the way to Belém.