Grenache The Bistro is a restaurant located at Rua Angelina Vidal, 88B, in Lisbon, in the Anjos neighborhood. It is a more accessible extension of the original Grenache, a Michelin-starred restaurant situated at Pátio Dom Fradique, under the direction of Chef Philippe Gelfi. The space is described as small, dimly lit, and intimate, with a concise menu that includes options such as Ricotta Ravioli, Octopus with red pepper and confited garlic, and Red Fruit Clafoutis.
The reviewers, identified as Caro M. and Caro P., diverge in their assessments. Both acknowledge that the concept of democratizing a Michelin-starred restaurant through a bistro is commendable, but warn about inconsistency in dish quality. While some highlights such as confited tomatoes in gazpacho emulsion and smoked mackerel are considered "absolutely divine," other dishes such as the octopus and ravioli fall short of expectations.
Regarding prices, the reviewers consider them high for a bistro format. Dishes such as Bavette at €23 and Hake at €22 are mentioned, although one of the reviewers adjusts their assessment from "pricey" to "moderately priced." The wine list, with over 500 references, including options such as M. Chapoutier Châteauneuf-du-Pape Barbe Rac 2000 at €190, is frequently cited as one of the restaurant's strengths.
The restaurant is open Thursday through Monday, from 6:00 PM to midnight, closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Despite criticisms of the "sparse" décor and "almost lugubrious" ambiance, both reviewers agree that Grenache The Bistro deserves a second visit, especially for the ambitious wine list and the dishes that impressed them most, recommending it for lovers of good gastronomy and, in particular, for pilgrimages to their wine collection.
