Mateus and his brother did a great job by making a 3-hour dinner fun and engaging. It was the best meal experience in Lisboa for us. The guests, location, setup,... read more service and most of all the food and drinks were amazing. I will definitely do it again when I come back to Lisbon.

  An excellent way to sample quality Portuguese cuisine and meet new people. I went alone and was very comfortable, and the other guests were lovely.

  This was the perfect end to our stay in Lisbon! Mateus and his brother were warm and welcoming hosts, the food was so delicious and it felt very special to... read more have a taste of Portugal from an experienced chef. I loved the intimate and friendly atmosphere. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. 10/10 would recommend!

  Superbe soirée plein de surprises par Mateus et son frère jumeaux. Que de découvertes culinaires. Rencontres hétéroclites autour de la table. Vraiment un excellent souvenir qui ne demande qu'à se... read more renouveler.

  Loved this experience! A real highlight of our time in Lisbon. Amazing food, storytelling and service from Mateus and Marcus. We were the only attendees and it was a super... read more special night. Would really recommend.

  Mateus and Marcos Alves deliver an outstanding dining and social experience. When you enter their dining room, the magic begins with a spectacular table layout that promises a wonderful evening.... read more They attract an electric group of guests from all over the world, so you can exchange travel stories and tips during the meal. Over 5 courses of food, you experience a wonderful meal with lots of great flavors, sourced from local farms, explained by a talented chef, complimented by delicious local wines, all in the company of a great, fun group of travelers. Highly recommend this experience to everybody.

  This is a fabulous alternative gastronomic experience put together by brothers Mateus and Marcus. Mateus is a very talented chef; his food was delicious and the presentation was exquisite. Marcus... read more was a superb and attentive front of house, they were the perfect hosting duo. The experience was great value and a fabulous way to try authentic Portuguese food and meet fellow travellers in a quirky venue. It was great fun.

  Dinner by Mateus was one of the best experiences I had while in Lisbon (and for comparison, I ate a 10-course prefix menu at a Michelin star restaurant). Mateus has... read more a lovely space and is incredibly accommodating of dietary restrictions while maintaining a connection to traditional Portugeuse cuisine. The care and thoughtfulness with which he created an elevated menu and took us through a culinary journey with regional context was truly wonderful. I am gluten free and Mateus made some incredible gluten free bread and cake that allowed me to experience Portugeuse classics that are quite difficult to get elsewhere in Lisbon. My wife is pescatarian and was able to enjoy traditional dishes that were made deliciously vegetarian. The menu was 5 courses, plated beautifully, and accompanied by a starter drink and wine throughout. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for an intimate and delicious experience!

  I cannot recommend this experience enough! Mateus is an internationally trained chef with a passion for fine cuisine and Portuguese culture. I love his delicate yet complex use of... read more varied fresh local ingredients including herbs, spices and fruits. Our dining group was friendly, fun and international. I even made a new friend! Thank you Mateus and Marcus for a magical dining experience 🙏🏻