Busy French bakery-cafe on Rua Augusta with tasty pastries and decent sandwiches, but service inconsistency and disputed add-on charges mean best experiences are quick takeaway rather than table service.
PAUL delivers reliable pastries and an appealing prime Rua Augusta location, but quality varies noticeably across items and visits, and service swings from warm to inattentive, particularly on the terrace. Best suited as a quick counter stop for fresh croissants while sightseeing rather than a destination bakery; checking receipts and timing orders carefully maximizes the experience.
One caveat: Coffee quality varies from weak to burnt according to several reviews