Lisbon's Culinary Icon 1300 Taberna Closes After 14 Years
Lisbon's culinary scene has witnessed significant transformation with the closure of 1300 Taberna. The unique restaurant at LX Factory served its final meals on October 4, signaling the end of an era. Chef Nuno Barros, who had been steering the kitchen for 14 years, was taken aback by the decision. The restaurant has since reopened to liquidate its furniture and equipment.
The closure of 1300 Taberna was not attributed to financial hardships but rather a decision not to renew the contract of its managers. Despite the surprise, Chef Nuno Barros has no plans to launch another restaurant with the same name in Lisbon. Meanwhile, food enthusiasts are left curious about Barros' personal recommendations for other restaurants in the city. While he is a revered figure in Portugal's gastronomy, his current favorites remain private. However, some highly-rated options include Belcanto, Cervejaria Ramiro, Prado, Adega da Tia Matilde, and A Cevicheria.
The closure of 1300 Taberna has left a void in Lisbon's culinary scene. While Chef Nuno Barros does not intend to reopen under the same name, food lovers can still explore his other restaurants and seek his personal recommendations through social media, interviews, or direct inquiries.
