Aloma takes Lisbon's best pastel de nata title for a third straight year

What happened

Aloma has once again been awarded the title of best pastel de nata, according to Time Out Lisboa. It is the third consecutive time the brand has taken the top spot.

The remaining podium places went to Pastelaria 7 Desejos in second place and Casa do Padeiro in third.

The result was reported by Time Out Lisboa on 28 September 2026.

Why it matters for international residents

The pastel de nata is one of Portugal's most recognisable foods and a regular stop for newcomers exploring Lisbon's bakery scene. A ranking like this gives international residents a practical shortlist of where to try the city's most talked-about version of the custard tart — useful for hosting visitors, showing friends around, or simply finding a go-to pastry shop.

It also highlights how competitive and locally rooted Lisbon's pastry culture remains: the winners are specific named pastelarias rather than large chains, and the recognition is renewed year after year.

What to do next

• Note the three names — Aloma, Pastelaria 7 Desejos and Casa do Padeiro — if you want to work through Lisbon's top-ranked natas.
• Expect queues or busy periods at a newly crowned winner, particularly on weekends and around tourist areas.
• Treat rankings as a starting point rather than a verdict; neighbourhood pastelarias across the city are often just as good for everyday eating.

Sources

• Time Out Lisboa: "Aloma volta a ganhar título de melhor pastel de nata" — https://www.timeout.pt/lisboa/pt/noticias/aloma-volta-a-ganhar-titulo-de-melhor-pastel-de-nata-092826 (published 28 September 2026)