I was familiar with this neighborhood, and I was very happy to find Samuel's apartment available for the two nights of my short stay Lisbon. Bica has lots of charm during the day, and a night life that is geared towards all ages, although it doesn't seem to attract the drinking binge that characterizes Bairro Alto.
The apartment is ideal for one person or a young couple seeking direct access to it all: shopping, sightseeing, transportation and restaurants. Samuel was very helpful with everything, my stay was just perfect. I would come back any time.