This bar takes what at most places would be the most banal food - coxinha, roast chicken, polenta,…read moreetc. - and makes it a real delight to eat. Besides that, it has the most complete selection of beers from around the world I've seen in São Paulo. The menu even includes selections of beers if you want to sit down to a beer tasting. Also, they have specials on cases of beer to take home.

Had my first taste of coxinha tonight. I'm definitely a fan! As we wound our way through the maze…read moreon the main level down the stairs to the lower level, I was amazed at how large this place actually is. Just because you see a lot of people, don't be scared away. I'm not a beer drinker, but even I was impressed with the expansive beer selections. Our meat dish and dessert were good, but not out of this world impressive. Overall, go for the beer and the coxinha: and enjoy the company of your friends.

Sometimes taking a walk through Rua Augusta might seem a bit too extreme. It's got its fair share…read moreof drunk teenagers, pickpockets, loud noise and messy situations in a general way. It's far too overwhelming if you're looking for a nice and safe spot. And Violeta is exactly that spot. It's not, by all means, quiet or empty in any way, but it's a very nice bar to sit with your friends and have lots of beers and a few snacks at reasonable prices. Sometimes getting the waiter's attention might be a little to difficult, but it is a very good casual bar nonetheless. Give it a try if you're in the region and want some traditional bar experience.

Bar tradicional da Augusta com cerveja gelada e um cardápio gigantesco. Fácil de pedir, fácil de…read morecomer, fácil de pagar, difícil de sentar e difícil de conversar. Enfim, um ótimo bar.

Great atmosphere and the charcuterie board had good variety…read more My friends said he likes the draft beer and would call it a mild lager. Service was very friendly and attentive to non-Portuguese speaker.