PSI – Veggie eats in an enchanted garden

With its laid-back atmosphere, semi-Asian decor and tasty Indian-inspired eats, PSI (pronounced Psee) is little bit of nirvana in the midst of the urban grind.

This veggie restaurant rests in the corner of a luxuriant garden and pond – inaugurated by the Dalai Lama himself, I kid you not – nearly obscured by, what else, green! The glassed-in tent is a popular dining spot, with the main restaurant – a ground level and mezzanine – nestled in the recess behind it. Best of all, weather permitting, is grabbing a table outdoors beneath the canopy of trees, with the frogs-in-residence clearly within earshot. Bliss!

The food is fuss-free and delicious. I always go for the mini samosas before moving on to heartier fare – curry, seitan dishes with fruit or veg, variously filled rotis (flatbread)… And if you’re sweet-toothed, make sure to leave space for dessert (I have a hard time deciding between the chocolate salami with figs and the psimisú). The house tea is my nectar, hot or cold, but there are numerous others to choose from including fresh-squeezed juices and lassis (nope, no booze).

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PSI | Restaurants (Vegetarian) | A 3-course meal from € 15.00
Alameda St António dos Capuchos | Liberdade | +351213590573
Kitchen Mon – Sat 12:00 – 22:30