History and Tradition of Fado
About Us
The fado that lives inside of us
Fado is more than music: it is emotion, it is shared feeling, it is identity. At Adega Machado, it happens every night since 1937 — in the same space, at the same address, on the same walls covered with photographs of those who have sung here.
A Well-Known Tradition
Over nearly nine decades, Adega Machado has become an essential reference — in Lisbon and internationally. Recommended in travel guides, sought out by visitors from every corner of the world, remembered by those who return. Not through marketing, but because the fado here is real.
A Dining Experience with Fado
The kitchen exists to match what is heard. We work with Portuguese ingredients, time-honoured recipes, and a technique that respects tradition without refusing to evolve. The tasting menu is designed to follow the rhythm of the night — served to the pace of fado, unhurried.
What moves us
What sets us apart is our mission to preserve and enhance Fado, an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and to share it with everyone who enters our home. We are guardians of a tradition, but also creators of memories, believing that each visit should be a unique experience.
For us, Fado is not just a show: it is our way of welcoming, celebrating, and keeping alive the cultural identity of Lisbon.
Classic
Since 1937, in the same space, at the same address. The fado sung here is not staged for tourists — it is the same as it always was. Authentic because there is no alternative.
Modern and Sophisticated
The space has been renovated. The kitchen has evolved. The service is contemporary. The house is 89 years old but does not live off that fact — it uses it as context, not as an excuse.
Gastronomic Experience
A tasting menu built course by course to follow the rhythm of the performances. A wine list that travels across Portugal from the Douro to the Alentejo. Everything designed to last a whole evening.
Book your Fado Night in Lisbon
Don't let the magic of Fado slip away. At Adega Machado, every night is a unique show where music, gastronomy, and tradition come together. By booking with us, you secure your place in an unforgettable experience in the heart of Bairro Alto.
Reserve Your Table Now
Our Fado nights are very popular, so we recommend making your reservation in advance. With just a few clicks, you can secure your dinner and the chance to experience one of Portugal's most authentic traditions.
A Complete Experience
Your reservation is the first step towards a cultural and food-and-wine journey. Get ready to enjoy Portuguese flavours, excellent wines, and the unmistakable sound of the Portuguese guitar.
Opening/Closing Hours
Open every day from 19h30 to 01h00
Fado Show from 20h30 to 01h00
José de Oliveira, Lda. — NIPC 500 158 584