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Shelter Bar Lisboa

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One of the Top rated Gay bars in Lisbon


Address

R. da Palmeira 43 A, 1200-312 Lisboa, Portugal

Website

www.shelterbarlisboa.com

Contact

+351 924 092 862

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (213 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Monday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Tuesday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Thursday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: 6 PM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 3 AM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Ruben S. 1 year ago on Google • 248 reviews
    Friendly staff. Prices are ok. I went on Sunday and it was pretty quiet. The music wasn't too loud and that allowed me to talk with my bf without screaming.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ferry J. 4 years ago on Google
    Rubbish! The place looks like random birthday party articles crammed together! The staff, except for the tall, serious one, were so unprofessionaland super rude! They were very rude and were ignoring us, everytime we tried to wave to them to order something. The very young staff (the cub one) was the worst. He would not respond to wording Questions without rolling his eyes. Probably here are only the known local guests welcome. We’ll never go back again. I don’t recommend this place to anyone.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manny A. 1 year ago on Google
    The best bar in Lisbon. The owners are incredibly nice and friendly. The bar has a really nice vibe. Perfect place for bears, daddies, cubs, and otters. Nice place with great people
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick L. 9 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Phenomenal find! The crowd is a very handsome mix of all age groups, but definitely younger than most gay bars in the area. Lots of fun in a safe environment!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Padri V. 1 year ago on Google
    This small bar is a treasure. Max made me feel so welcome, as if i was an old and dear friend. It was easy to meet and talk to other guests, and the environment is relaxed, comfortable and so, so welcoming. If you're in Lisbon and want to mingle with the LGBT community (and any heteros who happen to walk in), Shelter Bar is exquisite. 1000% must visit.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phil H. 6 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    We have not tried any food there so cannot comment hence no star rating for food, but the atmosphere and the service from the bar staff are second to none. so much so that we have been there twice in 2 days and will be going again several times during our stay in lisbon. Super friendly and very welcoming. Keep doing what you're doing guys.x
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas V. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    I spent 10’days in Lisbon and visited this bar every night! Amadeo and all of the staff was amazing making interesting introductions to other patrons in the club that made my trip even more enjoyable! I highly recomend that you add this gay bar to your list of bars to visit!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John h. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent treatment from the bar staff in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Great cocktails, particularly the strawberry gin, great attention to detail. 100% recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Miguel L. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice bar with a good ambient and a friendly crowd. A good option for the area. Not your default choice if you're a younger person or are into younger people, but the music is good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter N. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely cosy and friendly gay bear. Very sexy bear art too. Beer is decent. Heaven for bears and fans and those barely beary.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is my neighborhood hang out. I come here 4 or 5 times a week. Telmo and Rodrigo are the best bartenders. Friendly vibe. Not a club but good music and atmosphere. Later in the evening is busier.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andy Y. 5 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    The guys who run the bar are absolutely amazing. So sweet, fun, and welcoming. If you’re lucky, one of them will show you his Mario Bros pics from around the world. I shall say no more than that; go find out for yourself, they’re not to be missed <3
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim O. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    The Shelter Bar is an amazing place to spend your night. The pizza was good and Amadeo was very friendly and makes great drinks. I highly recommend the Shelter during your visit to Lisbon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ria H. 3 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    We absolutely loved the Shelter Bar. We're a queer couple from the states and went in search of other queers in the Príncipe Real area. We felt right at home and instant friends with Amadeo behind the bar. He was a pure delight and we had to go back another night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gene P. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    This is THE BEST BAR in Lisbon. Amadeo, in picture, is a bartender extraordinaire. He makes you feel like you have come home. Massimo, one of the owners, has created an atmosphere that is comfortable and welcoming and a bit edgy. Great music. This is a good place to start your evening or to finish it. In the upscale Principe Real neighborhood with other gay bars and clubs steps away. Go! Gene from the US.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Summer H. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    We had such a great time here! We came in early ana the guys were so nice and made us feel at home! They know how to make a drink and a pizza!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hélio B. 1 year ago on Google
    Unfortunately, we visited on a Thursday and arrived too early, meaning that it was less of a crowd. The music was good, and the staff was friendly. Will most likely return next time we visit Lisbon again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wellington Maidana (. 1 year ago on Google
    A haven for bears visiting Lisbon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adrian D. 3 years ago on Google
    Super friendly and helpful staff. Good tunes and friendly environment. Will definitely visit again during my next stay in Lisbon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marko T. 3 years ago on Google
    Exceptional place to enjoy a good afternoon and a great evening!!! special place to find and taste typical Italian food and dishes !!!! super staff always full of attention and kindness !!!! good music set and possibility to share italian atmosphere and portugues traditions !!!! 6 stars !!!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Frank J. 3 years ago on Google
    NOT A SAFE PLACE! They are desperate for money! They try to follow the rules of the government because of coronavirus but they asked me to sit people that i have no idea who they are in my table, and I saw the same situation with other visitors. The social distance is impossible to be fulfilled cause they put people everywhere. They forced me to eat, otherwise i wouldn´t be allowed to drink alcohol but i saw people drinking without food. When i asked the schedule they said that people can come in till midnight but i saw new customers arriving after that. Stay safe and don´t go there
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 martin a. 3 months ago on Google • 76 reviews New
    Great spot friendly owner and staff, worth more than one visit for sure. Different music each night.

  • 5/5 Nestor R. 2 months ago on Google • 57 reviews New
    First time there, what a great experience, the bartender Amadeo was very welcoming from the beginning, with great charisma, etc. The place is cozy and mettig new people...fun.

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 1 month ago on Google • 39 reviews New
    Bartender was very pleasant, this guy made us feel like home, definitely quiet before 11:00 pm but I’m sure it’s a great time anytime you visit! Service was outstanding

  • 5/5 Lido C. 3 weeks ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    Very nice place, amazing people. There is Amado, a kind and pleasant boy. Amazing atmosphere, cheap prices, courteous service, amazing pub, will definitely visit again. Highly recommended, 5 stars on all topics. A clean, pleasant, friendly place...

  • 5/5 Montse Pifarre A. 2 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    A perfect place to start the night in Lisbon, Amadeo advised us on a very good cocktail, he welcomed us very well, he was very pleasant and of course I recommend it. You can't go to Lisbon and not stop by the place. Thank you very much for that moment 😘❤️

  • 5/5 Hans-Jürgen S. 4 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    I felt very welcome. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Good tips for Lisbon and the surrounding area (places and exhibitions). The music was good. I'll definitely come back.

  • 5/5 Kentoch M. 4 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Our experience at Shelter in Lisbon was nothing short of incredible! The vibrant atmosphere and Amadeo's friendly demeanor, combined with his knack for mixing great drinks, made it an unforgettable night out. The bar's warm and welcoming vibe, along with Amadeo's outgoing and interesting personality, created the perfect setting for a fantastic evening. We'll undoubtedly be returning to Shelter for more memorable nights! Highly recommend this gem in Lisbon.

  • 5/5 Tony K. 2 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    Great local bar. The staff are really friendly, and the service excellent.

  • 1/5 J M. 1 year ago on Google
    A mix between a music medley of bad tunes and unfriendly staff… not going back

  • 5/5 Navi O. 7 months ago on Google
    We were there waaaay to early (7pm) on Tuesday night. Friendly staff ( most gorgeous brown eyes) only few ppl there so we knew that it wouldn’t be packed. We wanted to check it out. That’s all. We did score some great bear t shirts !! It’s a bar. Didn’t see a dance floor or cruise area. Given the size I don’t think there is one.

  • 5/5 Marco 11 months ago on Google
    Top notch bear bar, music is crazy good in here.

  • 5/5 Bonifacio R. 3 years ago on Google
    best place around. Nice staff and fantástic owners.

  • 4/5 Mark C. 5 years ago on Google
    Great beer at this small gay bar. I was surprised to see a saison on the bar, and the very malty German beer I had was perfect. I went on a tuesday and it was very quiet, with a handful of guys at the bar and I felt a bit young.

  • 5/5 Prashant S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great and friendly service and perfect cocktails. A lot of space during covid so easy to socially distance and felt safe.

  • 5/5 Cyril der B. 2 years ago on Google
    Mix bear bar. Nice place, nice music, nice people

  • 1/5 Daniel O. 2 years ago on Google
    I was ignored cause there was a drink on the chair I was sitting on ...sorry but screw that place ✌🏻

  • 4/5 Dietmar H. 3 years ago on Google
    The fella with the red cap makes the ultimate G&T!

  • 5/5 jose l. 3 years ago on Google
    Local fantastico muoto agradavel .very nice and cosi place to vissite just love it

  • 5/5 De B. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    I love love love Amadeo and Rodrigo
    2 people found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway

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