Last updated: May 3, 2026
Looking for a great brunch near Lisbon Airport? Nina Brunch Cafe is just 10-15 minutes away by taxi and 20 minutes by metro, making it the best option for a proper meal before your flight or right after you land. With a 4.9-star rating from 881+ Google reviews, a riverside terrace overlooking the Tagus, and specialty coffee that actually tastes good, Nina is worth the short detour – whether you have two hours to kill before boarding or you have just arrived and want to start your Lisbon trip with something better than airport food.
Nina is a walk-in-only brunch restaurant in Parque das Nações, open seven days a week. No reservations, no queuing system – just show up, grab a table inside or on the terrace, and order from a menu built around fresh, creative dishes and proper specialty coffee.
Quick Facts
- Address: R. Cais das Naus 2 B, 1990-304 Lisboa
- Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00 · Saturday-Sunday 08:00-17:00
- Distance from airport: 10-15 min by taxi/Uber · 20 min by metro + 5 min walk
- Reservations: Walk-in only – no reservations
- Pet-friendly: Dogs welcome indoors and on the terrace (leash required indoors)
- Terrace: Outdoor seating with river views
- Rating: 4.9★ from 881+ Google reviews
Why Nina for Pre-Flight or Post-Landing Brunch
Airport restaurants are expensive and forgettable. Nina is neither. For the price of a mediocre airport sandwich, you get a beautifully plated brunch dish made with fresh ingredients, served in a relaxed riverside setting with actual sunlight and actual flavour.
The coffee alone is reason enough to make the trip. Nina serves specialty beans from The Folks, a well-known Lisbon roaster, pulled through professional Victoria Arduino equipment. If you care about coffee, this is a far better last (or first) cup in Lisbon than anything you will find airside.
The terrace is the highlight for many visitors – outdoor seating right on the Tagus riverfront, with views across to the south bank. On a sunny morning, it is one of the most pleasant spots in Lisbon to sit with a flat white and a plate of Samurai Toast before heading to the airport.
Nina also caters well to different dietary needs. The menu includes vegan and vegetarian options alongside more indulgent plates, and the kitchen is happy to adjust dishes. Travelling with kids? There is a toys corner, a children’s menu, and sugar-free natural snacks for babies. Travelling with a dog? Nina is fully pet-friendly – dogs are welcome both indoors and on the terrace (leash required inside).
Menu Highlights
Here are some of the most popular dishes to try on a visit near the airport:
- Samurai Toast – €16 · Nina’s signature dish, Japanese-inspired with bold, layered flavours
- Black Garlic Cheeseburger – €18 · House-made black garlic sauce, a proper restaurant burger
- Flying Dutchman – €15 · A lighter, fresh plate with Dutch-inspired toppings
- Ovos Mexidos com Trufa – €13 · Scrambled eggs with truffle – simple and satisfying
- Bagel de Salmão – €16 · Premium smoked salmon on a freshly baked bagel
- Bostok – €6 · Almond-topped brioche, baked golden – perfect with a coffee
See the full menu for the complete list, including vegan options and the Brunch Combo (€25).
How to Get to Nina from Lisbon Airport
By Taxi or Uber (10-15 minutes)
The fastest option. A taxi or Uber from Lisbon Airport (Aeroporto Humberto Delgado) to Nina takes 10-15 minutes depending on traffic, and costs approximately €8-12. Ask for R. Cais das Naus 2 B in Parque das Nações. The ride follows a straightforward route along the river, and you can store luggage at the restaurant while you eat – just ask the team.
By Metro (20 minutes + 5-minute walk)
Take the Red Line (Linha Vermelha) from Aeroporto station directly to Oriente station – no changes needed. The journey takes about 20 minutes. From Oriente, it is a flat five-minute walk south along the riverfront promenade to Nina. Total door-to-door time is roughly 30 minutes, and a metro ticket costs under €2.
Tip: Visiting Before a Flight
If you are heading to the airport after brunch, plan to leave Nina about 45-60 minutes before your check-in time. The ride to the airport is short, but it is always better to have a buffer. Nina opens at 08:00 every day, so even early flights leave time for a proper breakfast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a good brunch near Lisbon Airport?
Yes. Nina Brunch Cafe is just 10-15 minutes from the airport by taxi, or 20 minutes by metro on the Red Line. With a 4.9-star rating from 881+ reviews, a riverside terrace, and specialty coffee from The Folks roastery, it is a far better option than eating at the airport. The menu features creative brunch dishes made fresh daily, with vegan, vegetarian, and kid-friendly options available.
How far is Nina from Lisbon Airport?
Nina is approximately 7 km from Lisbon Airport. By taxi or Uber, the journey takes 10-15 minutes and costs around €8-12. By metro, take the Red Line from Aeroporto to Oriente (20 minutes), then walk 5 minutes south to the restaurant. Nina is located at R. Cais das Naus 2 B, 1990-304 Lisboa, in the Parque das Nações neighbourhood.
Visit Nina
Skip the airport food and start or end your Lisbon trip with a proper brunch. Nina Brunch Cafe is open seven days a week, just minutes from the airport, with no reservation needed. Have a question? Reach us on WhatsApp or call +351 915 541 973.
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