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Kong - Food Made With Compassion
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Cozy vegan restaurant in the city center. Serves mainly traditional Portuguese food. Some of the bestsellers are: sausage croquetes; seitan steak with sunny side up egg. Octopus à lagareiro; snickers tarte. Gluten free options are available. Pets are welcome. Relocated from Rua do Crucifixo 30. Open Mon-Sat 12:00-23:00.
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Last update on 10 Dec 2024 by HP131
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Added by SarahLavagnoli on 06 Feb 2019
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Featured Review
simplysh4ns
Points +1860
Simply incredible! - Edit
Kong totally wowed us. We had cauliflower wings and croquettes to start which were tasty and plentiful, but the big wow factor came from the ‘steak and egg’ dish, served with a side of rice, salad and fries (a very generous portion too!). Honestly incredible. This was so tasty and a really cool concept for me. We concluded with the Nutella cake and the parfait for dessert – I highly recommend the parfait, what an amazing combination of mango and chocolate. Definitely go if you’re in Lisbon. I hope to return someday.
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978 Reviews
First Review by captain_blueberry
yumewa
Points +1096
One of my top restaurants in Lisbon atm - Edit
Kong is currently one of the best vegan restaurants in Lisbon, in my opinion. I have been a client since they started in the previous location and it is a joy to witness their evolution. The restaurant is spacious and suits everyone - people eating alone, couples, groups of friends, birthday dinners, etc -, and it's pet friendly. The staff are very nice and polite people. As for the food, the flavors and the quality are awesome. It is one of those restaurants where I am not afraid to try different dishes, even the ones that sound more of the simpler side, that I will not be disappointed. The menu changes from time to time, which is nice to try new dishes along time. Don't skip the entries, they are usually super good.
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ecosailors
Points +112
Amazing everything - Edit
Let’s just say that we wished we had an extra stomach to try more dishes from the menu because it was so incredible.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Great staff, Amazing food
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q[0.o]p
Points +371
um dos melhores restaurantes de liboa - Edit
O restaurante é espaçoso e bem decorado. As entradas, pratos principais e sobremesas estavam impecáveis!!! Vale a pena voltar e repetir!!!
Read morePros: Comida formidável , Staff simpaticos, ambiente
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puurmaddie
Points +165
Fantastisch!!! Mega verrast!! - Edit
Hele vriendelijke bediening, mooie zaak, maar het allerbeste: fantastisch gegeten. Hele verrassende gerechten en echt perfect smaken. Zou zo terug gaan, oh en de cashew-cheese hadden we zelfs twee keer besteld, zó lekker!!!
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Sasuu
Points +847
Amazing Restaurant - Edit
We had an amazing evening the food is typical portugese and so delicious , friendly staff , great [censored] , beautiful restaurant.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Friendly staff, Beautiful restaurant
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PatOBrien
Points +38
Wow - Edit
Very good food! I loved it and can’t wait to eat there again.
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monemori
Points +934
Really nice - Edit
Food was really good, and staff was exceptionally welcoming. Recommended!
Read morePros: Super nice staff, Really good food
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DFS61
Points +304
“You Know The Name Of King….” 😄 - Edit
Read moreAfter a long morning’s exploration of the lower town, visiting the primary tourist attractions and navigating the bustling back alleys, we were eagerly anticipating lunch. Kong was recommended as a top establishment for vegan cuisine, prompting us to embark on a quest to find it. (Given our unfamiliarity with the area, it took some time to determine the correct coordinates to locate the restaurant.) As the first two patrons to dine there, we were greeted by a downstairs foyer adorned with an elaborate “Kong” sculpture. From this foyer, we ascended to the restaurant. Since there were no other customers present, we were presented with a selection of tables. Once seated, I opted for a bottle of Coca-Cola, which arrived in a bottle (similar to Mexican Coke in the United States). It proved to be an ideal beverage to quench my thirst.
For my starter, I indulged in a fried “calamari” dish, reminiscent of the appetizer I had enjoyed at another restaurant the previous evening. (When I was not vegan, fried calamari was a staple on menus; for me, it serves as a barometer for the quality of the meal to follow. If they can master calamari, I am confident that the entire dining experience will be satisfactory.) While the dish was satisfactory, it was slightly less impressive than the appetizer I had had the night before. Nevertheless, it was still a commendable offering.
For my main course, I opted for the conventional burger (which featured Beyond Meat). The burger was edible, albeit slightly thicker than I prefer. (Aside from Burger King, which serves its burgers with a thinner patty, the thickness of this burger was somewhat unappealing to me.) Nevertheless, it was a decent burger. Jay opted for a croquette starter and the special “Tofu Wellington,” which consisted of tofu encased in puff pastry. Both dishes appeared appetizing.
In summary, we both enjoyed our meals at Kong and will undoubtedly return to experience their Christmas menu.
Pros: Great atmosphere!, Awesome service!, Fine vegan dishes.
Cons: Not a fan of Beyond Burger, sadly.
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akbrewman
Points +265
Amazing Vegan Food - Edit
While exploring Lisbon, we stumbled upon a charming restaurant called Kong. It’s not the most eye-catching place from the street, just a chalkboard on the sidewalk that gives it away. But once we stepped inside, things got really cool. You’re greeted by a giant Kong statue in the lobby! Take the stairs to the right, and you’ll pass by an overlook into the kitchen. At the top of the stairs, you’ll find a spacious dining area with several tables overlooking the street art-covered building across the street. And guess what? We were warmly welcomed by a server who promptly seated us. Oh, and did I mention that the same server was our server for the entire meal? He was super friendly and even explained the menu in detail. They had a great selection of traditional Portuguese dishes, but all of them were vegan. I started with the croquettes, which were delicious - crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside with a fantastic flavor. For my main course, I tried the daily special, Bife Wellington, and a local brew of Musa Golden. The croquettes were great, but the Bife Wellington was a bit of a letdown. The mushroom duxelle with spinach was a tad light, the tofu was too thick, and the bottom of the puff pastry was a bit soggy, probably because of the duxelles. I won’t be ordering it again, but I’m definitely going to come back to try some of their other dishes. While we were there, they had set up a photo shoot with their Christmas dishes, and let me tell you, they looked absolutely stunning! I hope on my next trip, I can bump up my review from 4 stars to 5.
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Mathildaterez
Points +49
Great - Edit
Attentive staff and great food! I had the menu of the day and the soup was really delish
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ParamBarodia
Points +30
Lovely vegan food, great service - Edit
Good vegan burger and francesinha, nice selection of drinks too
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DeboStoeckle
Points +41
Delicious & cozy - Edit
We loved the food, the wine, interior design and that our doggy also got a starters.
Read moreLovely staff. Parfait was the bestbestbest.
Pros: Cozy atmosphere, Can bring your dog
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kanga2roos
Points +188
A must go to in Lisbon! - Edit
Was not sure what to expect, not a big menu and had friends who are not vegan. 🌱 Needless to say they wowed us with everything!! Started with the croquettes-umm the picture says it all, three of us had the “steak and egg” and one person had the kong burger. Then we ordered desserts to share. Everyone left happy and content!! Would absolutely recommend them!!
Read morePros: Good food & nice portions , Service was excellent , Amazing dessert
Cons: They are not close to us!!
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Maurita
Points +277
Love KONG!! - Edit
I love Kong's food ! So tasty and flavourful! The price is amazing for the quality and very similar to an honest greens (in terms of prices). If you want a vegan version of a traditional Portuguese dish, this is the spot. Since I've been recently, I will say that they have changed their menu and sadly took one of my favorites, but added a very good new one: the salmon.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-26
Pros: Food, Location , Price vs quality
Cons: Issue with reservation , Let people go in front of us, Service may not be the greatest
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CFidalgo
Points +147
Portuguese cuisine turned vegan - Edit
It's refreshing to eat vegan food that doesn't attempt to be chic but simply tries to recreate Portuguese dishes in a plant based model.
Read moreI had the 'octopus' rice and my friend the francesinha. Both were very good, but I was especially impressed with the rice since good vegan alternatives to seafood are so hard to find. The pictures can't do it justice. The mushrooms that replaced the octopus were just the right texture.
The dessert was also good: the deconstructed 'cheesecake'. It felt strange at the first bite but then tasted better and better.
I will definitely come back!
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-26
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mankeerat
Points +47
Nice food - Edit
Food was good overall - the Bitoque (if i remember the spelling) was interesting but don’t think we would order that again, verging more on student food. The mediterranean salmon was really good. Dessert was the nata tart which was the best course and really tasty
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CLRtraveller
Points +9230
Good food and service - Edit
The cheese sandwich was filling: bread, melted vegan cheese, mushrooms, tofu, topped in sauce, served with good fries. No room for dessert! I had a glass of vinho verde with my meal. I’ve also had the cauliflower wings (good and crispy) and the fabulous Oreo mousse - it’s so light! (Whipped.) A nicely priced Dish of the Day is offered on weekdays, as well as a combination deal of soup or salad, Dish of the Day and Oreo mousse for dessert.
Read moreUpdating the following year, 2024: I had the lunch meal deal: drink, soup, main. Iced tea; the soup was black-bean purée poured around a knot of shredded cabbage/carrot; and the main was tofu, baby potatoes, spinach, red peppers/onions (good though a bit oily). I enjoyed the meal. Pleasant service.
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-06
Pros: all vegan, creative dishes
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vaz
Points +2040
Food was tasty - Edit
Our meal was tasty and it was well presented. However, based on previous reviews, we had higher expectations. Portions are small. Staff was nice
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Mervetilla
Points +224
Creative options - Edit
After very few options in TimeOut Market, this place really satisfied me. Carpaccio and Pastel de Nata were so yummy!
Read morePros: Carpaccio, Pastel de nata, Octopus salad
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KathrinLizKru
Points +983
Vegan Salmon 😀 - Edit
The restaurant has a really nice ambience and we received a very friendly welcome. The menu offers a good selection of starters, main courses and desserts as well as drinks. I had pica pau as a starter and then the salmon. Both were very, very tasty.
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DiegoDiaz
Points +66
Correcto - Edit
Un buen sitio para cenar vegano. Normalito
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KirstySewell
Points +40
Inventive vegan food! - Edit
Incredibly friendly staff and some of the most inventive vegan food I've had in a long time. Everything tasted incredible and was so filling
Read morePros: Friendly service , Espresso martini!
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Dariush
Points +1032
Definitely Something Special - Edit
This name was always among the top recommendations as I was looking for food choices in Lisbon. The restaurant is up a flight of stairs and features a large and well lit interior with a play area for the kids. The menu is streamlined and Portugal focused. I had the Francesinha, which is a smothered sandwich, with basically all the starters. They were all great, and I had a great glass of vinho verde. Oh and the desserts were amazing too. Franchise out to Hong Kong- or at least Macau?
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jillhiggins
Points +740
Epic - Edit
Wow. This place is amazing. Incredibly creative, delicious and artistic food. The tofu salmon is so good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-06
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ChantelleDerrick
Points +94
You NEED to eat here... - Edit
Loved the decor, the atmosphere and the service but the food is what makes this place 10/10. It was really exciting to try vegan versions of local and traditional Portuguese dishes and everything was absolutely delicious. My favourite was the croquette starter and the nata dessert which even came with nata flavoured ice cream (totally unique). I happily ate my way through three courses...twice in one day! An absolute must visit when in Lisbon. Honestly, some of the best vegan food I have ever had and all of it has been created and made with love. You don't want to miss this place!
Read morePros: Incredible food, Service with a smile , Relaxed atmosphere
Cons: ZERO
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Giacone.Federica1992
Points +35
Fantastico - Edit
Ogni piatto curato e ricco di sapore, non mangio pesce da un po' di anni e la somiglianza con il sapore del salmone era impressionante! Davvero ottimo!
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tseth
Points +419
Decent vegan food - Edit
Nice place with decent vegan food near the city centre.
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