A restaurant attached to Lisbon's Pharmacy Museum that carries the theme into its cocktail list and decor — drinks presented like prescriptions, apothecary-style cabinets — while the food is contemporary Portuguese rather than a costume-party gimmick. It has a terrace with a view toward the castle.
Pharmácia is a themed restaurant inside the Museu da Farmácia (Pharmacy Museum) on Rua Marechal Saldanha in the Santos district of Lisbon, pairing a contemporary Portuguese menu with an apothecary aesthetic. Dishes such as lamb with wine sauce and bacalhau em folha verde sit alongside a cocktail list built around apothecary-style presentations and infusions. Shelves of vintage pharmacy jars, medicine bottles and museum pieces line the walls, giving the dining room a quirky, conversation-piece feel rather than a purely gastronomic one; the atmosphere suits a relaxed dinner or drinks with a view over the Tagus from the terrace. The restaurant also runs a notable gin and cocktail programme drawing on the pharmacy theme. Reservations are recommended, particularly for terrace tables at sunset; booking a few days ahead is advisable in high season.
| Price | $$$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily 12:30–00:00 |
| Reservations | Recommended; museufarmacia.pt |
| Address | Rua Marechal Saldanha 1, 1249-069 Lisboa |
Signature dishes
- Lamb with wine sauce
- Bacalhau em folha verde
- Apothecary-style cocktails
Good to know
- Known for
- Quirky pharmacy-themed restaurant inside a museum; creative Portuguese menu
Location
Rua Marechal Saldanha 1, 1249-069 Lisboa
38.7073, -9.1498 View on map
Highlights
- Dining room decorated with vintage pharmacy jars and museum pieces
- Apothecary-themed cocktail and gin programme
- Terrace with views over the Tagus river
- Contemporary Portuguese dishes such as bacalhau em folha verde
Tips for visiting
- Book terrace tables ahead for sunset views over the Tagus
- Reserve a few days ahead in high season
- Visit for cocktails even outside of full meal times
Accessibility
The restaurant is located within a museum building; visitors requiring step-free access should confirm entrance routes in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pharmácia part of a museum?
Yes, it operates inside the Museu da Farmácia (Pharmacy Museum) in the Santos district.
Does it have outdoor seating?
It has a terrace with views over the Tagus river, popular at sunset.
How far ahead should visitors book?
Booking a few days ahead is advisable, especially for terrace tables in high season.