With seven restaurants in Portugal and overseas, chef Sá Pessoa is a leading figure in the modern Portuguese culinary scene. He also has an ongoing culinary series, Comtradição, shown on Portugal's 24Kitchen TV channel and streamed on Disney+, and has written numerous cookbooks.

In 2009, he opened his first flagship restaurant, Alma, which in 2015 he relocated to the heart of Lisbon. The relocated Alma was larger, more sophisticated and highly successful, securing a Michelin star the following year. In 2018, this signature restaurant was awarded two Michelin stars for its innovative cuisine, which it still holds. In 2022, he was ranked in the top 100 chefs in the world by the prestigious The Best Chef awards, an achievement of which he is justifiably proud.

Chef Sá Pessoa's concept for Chiado is defined by using premium quality ingredients, authentically prepared to allow the ingredients to shine and elegantly presented. This is complemented by an extensive wine cellar focusing on Portuguese classics, and warm, friendly service.