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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 hambu
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.
São Paulo's dynamic social scene centers on dining out, and among the 12,500-plus restaurants, most of the world's cuisi
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.
This restaurant's name comes from one of the most traditional Italian neighborhoods in São Paulo, and no one argues that Bráz doesn't have the right. Each of the nearly 20 varieties of pies is delicious, from the traditional margherita to the house specialty, pizza Bráz, with tomato sauce, zucchini, and mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
Rua Graúna 125, São Paulo, São Paulo, 04514–000, Brazil
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
São Paulo's latest foray in Korean barbecue , Mi-Gá has grills built into its tables and wait staff well versed in how to use them, in case it's your first time. Try the popular bulgogi: beef marinated in soy sauce and spices served with a variety of sides.
Rua Americo de Campos 128, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Part of a chain of Lebanese semifast-food outlets, Almanara is perfect for a quick lunch of hummus, tabbouleh, grilled chicken, and rice. A full-blown restaurant also on the premises offers up Lebanese specialties rodízio style, meaning you're served continuously until you can ingest no more.
Rua Oscar Freire 523, São Paulo, São Paulo, 01426–001, Brazil
Mineiro dishes are the specialties at this modest eatery with plain wooden tables. The classic cuisine is served as a buffet only: more than 50 stone pots hold dishes like feijão tropeiro (beans with manioc flour) and frango com quiabo (chicken with okra).
Av. Chibarás 399, São Paulo, São Paulo, 04076–000, Brazil
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)
Camper cooking meets Korean at this Liberdade mainstay serving bul go gui (Korean barbecue that blends raw meat, spices, sauces, and veggies) over small, do-it-yourself gas stoves. You can prepare other Korean dishes, and there are Chinese options, including several involving tofu.
Rua Galvão Bueno 43, São Paulo, São Paulo, 01506–000, Brazil
Facing a little Centro flower market, this romantic Parisian-style bistro has been around for five decades and has witnessed more than its share of wedding proposals. Surrounded by wood-paneled walls decorated with art that nods at famous French artists, you can dine on such delights as gigot d'agneau aux soissons (roast leg of lamb in its own juices, served with white beans), canard à l'orange (roast duck in an orange sauce), and cherry strudel.
Largo do Arouche 346, São Paulo, São Paulo, 01219–019, Brazil
This restaurant looks like something Spanish architect Gaudí might have designed had he spent his later years in the tropics, but the pizzas couldn't be more Italian and straightforward. Try a pie with mozzarella and toasted garlic.
Rua Purpurina 507/517, São Paulo, São Paulo, 05435–030, Brazil
Occupying corners on both sides of the street, the modest Sujinho honors its roots as an informal bar by serving churrasco without any frills: this is the perfect place for diners craving a gorgeous piece of meat to down with a cold bottle of beer.
Rua da Consolação 2063, 2068 and 2078, São Paulo, São Paulo, 01302–001, Brazil
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