Pistola y Corazon

Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré


This lively hipster taqueria is a godsend of authentic Mexican street tacos (carnitas, cochinita pibil, carne asada, al pastor etc), served among tweaked El Tri kitsch (Frida Kahlo rocking a Daft Punk T-shirt!). The creative mescal- and tequila-laced cocktail list is equally outstanding. Write your name on the wait list – it's always packed.

On Sundays, don't miss breakfast, with chilaquiles, huevos rancheros and all your favourite Mexican morning delights.


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2. Igreja de Santa Catarina

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7. Casa do Ferreira das Tabuletas

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