matteo silva
Fish, charcoal, olive oil. Nothing gets in the way.
- Cuisine
- Portuguese
- City
- Lisbon
- Specialty
- Live-fire seafood
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5
- Starting from
- $175
- Usually books
- ~1 week out
an eveningwith matteo.
Matteo cooks the Atlantic — whole fish over embers, clams in white wine, arroz de marisco cooked to the second. He brings a portable grill and works outside when he can.
choosethe evening.
- 01The Fire
A simple menu built around whatever's freshest at the market that morning.
4 courses · 4 courses · Full cleanup$175per person - 02The Long Lunch
Six courses, long table, wine that stands up to the fire.
6 courses · 6 courses · Wine pairing (2 glasses) · Full cleanup$250per person
Custom menus available — design yours when you book.
whatmatteo is known for.
- 01Whole sea bass, ember-roasted
Salt-crusted, opened at the table.
- 02Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato
Clams, garlic, coriander, white wine.
- 03Arroz de marisco
Loose, brothy, cooked to order.
Showcase only — bookings are by menu, not by dish.
the kitchen,the setup.
What Your Chef Provides
Your chef will arrive with professional knives, personal culinary tools, plating supplies, and any specialty equipment listed in your booking agreement.
What the Client Provides
Clients are expected to provide a clean, functioning kitchen with standard cookware, basic preparation equipment, dinnerware, glassware, and utensils unless alternative arrangements have been made.
Need Additional Equipment?
If your kitchen is missing essential items, your chef may recommend rentals or offer to provide select equipment for an additional fee.
what guestssaid.
“He grilled the fish on our terrace at sunset. It was perfect.”
“Simple food, cooked exactly right. Would book again.”