1. Concept and Positioning

Mini Bar is part of José Avillez’s gastronomic universe and reflects his vision through a more evening-focused, creative and sophisticated experience.

Yes. Mini Bar is inside Bairro do Avillez, together with Taberna, Páteo and Pizzaria Lisboa.

2. Dinner, Menu and Cocktails

Mini Bar serves a creative dinner menu with petiscos, starters, burgers & sandos, main courses and desserts. Please consult the menu on the website.

Yes. Mini Bar is one of the main options at Bairro do Avillez for cocktails, music and a sophisticated, surprising evening atmosphere.

The average price is 80€ per person, excluding drinks. However, the final amount will always depend on the dishes and drinks chosen.

Yes, the Mini Bar menu is available on the website.

Yes, there are vegetarian options, such as the classic El Bulli Olives, the aubergine Katsu Sando, mushroom risotto or vegetable curry with Thai rice. Please consult the menu on the Mini Bar website.

The menu does not include marked vegan options, but the Mini Bar team is always available to suggest a vegan alternative.

Yes, there are gluten-free options at Mini Bar, such as the green apple Margarita, Nikkei Tuna Ceviche, Tiger Prawn Curry or Massaman Duck with fragrant rice.

Allergies and dietary restrictions should be communicated when making the reservation and again on arrival. The Mini Bar team can indicate the most suitable options according to the menu.

Yes. Mini Bar vouchers allow guests to offer a sophisticated experience of dinner, cocktails and evening atmosphere. The MINI BAR – Dinner for Two voucher includes, per person, one snack, one starter, one main course, one dessert, one drink suggested by the restaurant, water and coffee or tea. They can be purchased at joseavillez.pt.

Yes, Mini Bar has non-alcoholic cocktails, such as the Kinky Virgin or the Free Gimlet.

3. Experience, Atmosphere and Special Occasions

Mini Bar has a sophisticated, intimate, seductive and surprising atmosphere, suitable for dinners, cocktails, dates, celebrations and nights with music or show.

Given its schedule and evening atmosphere, Mini Bar is primarily suitable for adults.

Yes, Mini Bar is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

A smart casual or relaxed elegant style is recommended, in line with the evening atmosphere of the space.

4. Live Music, DJ, Show and Nightlife

According to the current programme, there is live music on Wednesdays from 10 pm and on Thursdays, combined with DJ, until 2 am.

According to the current programme, there is a DJ on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

According to the current programme, there is a show on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 pm, followed by DJ.

Yes. If you prefer to dine earlier, you can book your table from 6:30 pm. To enjoy the programme – live music, DJ or show – we suggest booking your table for later. Reservation is always recommended.

There is no separate charge to watch the shows. Live music, show and DJ are part of the Mini Bar dinner experience on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Check the programme at bairrodoavillez.pt.

No. Mini Bar is a restaurant and gastronomic bar; the live music, DJ entertainment and show that take place on some days of the week are part of the gastronomic experience.

You can check the Mini Bar programme at bairrodoavillez.pt.

5. Groups, Events and Private Experiences

Yes. Mini Bar accommodates groups of up to 70 people for seated or standing events. For groups of 12 or more, please visit the EVENTS section and fill out the form. For groups of up to 12 people, book online at minibar.pt/reservations.

Yes. Mini Bar is available for private celebrations, cocktail parties, birthdays, family gatherings, pre-wedding events, corporate meetings and events, press events, brand activations, press lunches, filming or photoshoots, after-dinner events, and experiences featuring music, DJs, or live entertainment, subject to availability and prior request. Please visit the EVENTS tab and fill out the form.

Although Mini Bar has a nightlife-oriented profile, it can be considered for daytime events, filming, or brand activations, subject to prior request and availability. Go to the EVENTS section and fill out the form.

There may be specific conditions or menus for groups, depending on the date, group size, and event format. Please visit the EVENTS tab and fill out the form.

We welcome groups of up to 70 people for seated or standing (cocktail-style) events. For groups of 12 or more, please visit the EVENTS tab and fill out the form. For groups of up to 12 people, please book online at minibar.pt/reservations.

Please visit the EVENTS tab and fill out the form.

Yes, Mini Bar can be booked exclusively.

6. Reservations, Opening Hours and Practical Information

A reservation is recommended, especially for dinner, groups, weekends and nights with live music, DJ or show. If you arrive without a reservation, we will try to find a solution. You may wait in our lounge and have a drink until your table is available, or explore one of the other three restaurants at Bairro do Avillez.

Reservations should be made at minibar.pt or through Instagram at @mini_bar_joseavillez. For groups of 12 or more, please go to the EVENTS section and fill in the form.

Mini Bar is open every day from 6:30 pm to 2:00 am.

Mini Bar is located inside Bairro do Avillez, at Rua Nova da Trindade, 18, in Chiado, Lisbon.

7. Relationship with Bairro do Avillez and Other Spaces

Mini Bar is more suitable for cocktails, creative dinner, live music, DJ, show and an evening atmosphere; Páteo is more suitable for Portuguese cuisine, Fado, concerts and a fuller Portuguese meal.

Mini Bar is more evening-oriented, sophisticated and creative; Taberna is more informal, relaxed and centred on Portuguese petiscos and an outdoor terrace.

Mini Bar is suitable for cocktails, creative dinner and nightlife; Pizzaria Lisboa is more family-friendly, relaxed and suitable for pizzas, pastas, groups and sharing.

Yes. Subject to availability, Mini Bar is also an option for late-night cocktails—especially for those wishing to extend their evening in Chiado or after dining at another venue within Bairro do Avillez.