Pistola y Corazon
Pistola y Corazon is a Cais do Sodré Mexican-themed bar and restaurant with proper tacos, mezcal program, and Mexican-influenced cocktails. The setup runs casual cantina format with the Mexican focus providing the distinctive identity.
Where to stay near Pistola y Corazon
Hotels and rentals within walking distance.
What to Expect
A Mexican-themed Cais do Sodré bar with proper tacos and mezcal program.
Mexican-themed cantina with proper food and mezcal focus.
Mexican, Latin pop, salsa kept moderate
Casual
Mexican food enthusiasts, mezcal lovers, and travelers wanting non-Portuguese options in Cais do Sodré.
Cards, cash (EUR)
Price Range
Tacos 4-8 EUR, cocktails 8-12 EUR, mezcal 6-15 EUR per pour, mains 12-20 EUR
Tacos ~$4-9/~4-9 USD, cocktails ~$9-13/~9-13 USD
Hours
Daily noon to 1 AM
Insider Tip
The mezcal selection is among the better in Lisbon; ask staff for recommendations. The tacos are properly made.
Full Review
Pistola y Corazon occupies a building in Cais do Sodré with the Mexican theme committed throughout the decor (Mexican imagery, colorful aesthetic, traditional Mexican fixtures). The setup runs cantina format with proper kitchen handling Mexican cuisine alongside the cocktail and mezcal programs.
The food program is genuinely good for Lisbon. Tacos with proper tortillas, authentic Mexican fillings, salsas made in-house, and the standard Mexican menu. Pricing at 4-8 EUR per taco and 12-20 EUR per main is fair for the quality.
The mezcal program is the venue's distinctive feature. Multiple mezcal styles from different Mexican regions available, with proper service (the traditional copita glass, orange and worm salt). Pricing at 6-15 EUR per pour.
The atmosphere stays casual throughout the evening. Music plays at moderate volume with Mexican, Latin pop, and salsa dominating. The crowd is heavily Mexican food enthusiasts and travelers wanting alternative cuisine in the Cais do Sodré area.
The Neighborhood
Cais do Sodré is Lisbon's main contemporary nightlife district, the converted dockside zone with bars, clubs, and restaurants concentrated on Rua Cor de Rosa (Pink Street) and the surrounding streets near the Tagus River. Pistola y Corazon sits on Cais do Sodré among the international cuisine cluster.
Getting There
Metro Green line to Cais do Sodré. Walking from Bairro Alto takes 10 minutes downhill. Uber from anywhere central takes 5-15 minutes at 5-10 EUR.
Address
Rua da Boavista 16, 1200-066 Lisboa
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