São Paulo Restaurants

São Paulo's dynamic social scene centers on dining out, and among the 12,500-plus restaurants, most of the world's cuisines are covered. The most popular options include Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, French, and Lebanese; contemporary fusions are popular and plentiful. The city also offers a massive selection of pizza and hamburger joints with some world-class offerings. Most places don't require jacket and tie, but paulistanos tend to dress to European standards, so if you're going to pricey establishments, looking elegant is key.

On the domestic front the Brazilian churrascarias are a carnivore's dream, with their all-you-can-eat skewers of barbecued meats and impressive salad buffets. For in-between times, just about every bar offers a selection of grilled meats, sandwiches, and deep-fried favorites for casual grazing. On Wednesday and Saturday, head to a Brazilian restaurant for feijoada—the national dish of black beans and pork. Ask about the other traditional and regional Brazilian dishes as well.

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  • 1. Maní

    $$$ | Jardins

    With world-class chef-proprietor Helena Rizzo at the helm, Maní has made its way to the top of the restaurant charts in São Paulo. A sophisticated take on Brazilian country cuisine meshed with modern cooking techniques, dishes like chicken and rice with okra might not sound like much, but one bite will be enough to explain why local and visiting foodies beat a path to Maní's door.

    Rua Joaquim Antunes 210, São Paulo, São Paulo, 05415-010, Brazil
    11-3085--4148

    Known For

    • Tasting menu
    • Beautifully colorful dishes
    • Simple, seasonal ingredients from small local farms

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun.
  • 2. Baby Beef Rubaiyat

    $$$$ | Itaim Bibi

    The family that owns and runs this restaurant serves meat from its ranch in Mato Grosso do Sul State. Charcoal-grilled fare—baby boar (request at least two hours in advance of your visit), steak, chicken, salmon, and more—is served at the buffet, and options abound at the salad bar. Wednesday and Saturday are feijoada nights, and on Friday the emphasis is on seafood.

    Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima 2954, São Paulo, São Paulo, 01452–000, Brazil
    11-3165–8888

    Known For

    • Sensational steaks
    • Exceptional dessert buffet
    • Top-notch service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 3. Esplanada Grill

    $$$ | Morumbi

    The beautiful people hang out in the bar of this highly regarded churrascaria. The thinly sliced picanha (similar to rump steak) is excellent; it goes well with a house salad (hearts of palm and shredded, fried potatoes), onion rings, and creamed spinach.

    Av. Roque Petroni Jr. 1089, São Paulo, São Paulo, 04707–900, Brazil
    11-5181–8156

    Known For

    • Its version of the traditional pão de queijo (cheese bread)
    • Birobiro rice, with bacon and chives
    • A wide variety of cuts of meat

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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