I was in Ubatuba for 5 days and lucky enough that I found about Gelateria Pistache through my…read morehostel (stay at Green Haven Hostel, amazing guys running it). I ended up going there four times because it was that damn good and tried several flavours. Don't be shy, the staff are friendly and will let you sample if you ask. Pro tip - do one flavour at a time. So fresh and flavourful and cheap (6 reals for a single scoop). I tried pineapple, pistachio (amazing), maracuja (passion fruit) yoghurt and a chocolate nut one. You can't go wrong! Definitely check it out if you are in town.

They have vegan and vegetarian options here! Really modern…read moreboho vibe and the service is really good. Food was great when i asked for a little salt :) It made being here feel a little more like home.

They do have an English menu. So start by asking for that unless you speak Portuguese. I Started…read morewith a wrap which was the special. Carne asada (steak shredded) with palm hearts and cheese. I added tobacco as I Like it a bit spicy but it was good as served. Dinning mates had cheese and one had turkey. All were good. Small but filling and tasty. After that we order a brownie Sunday with strawberries that was fantastic. We shared it and it was a spoon duel in the tall glass. Sandwiches are only served in the morning. Small place off the beaten path seemed like mostly locals but well worth the search.

My favorite ice cream shop in the world! Rich, flavorful, ice cream featuring both traditional…read moreflavors and unique Brazilian flavors like Diamante Negro. Located in the heart of the Colonial city of Paraty with its well preserved architecture and decor, Pistache combines the best of the new and the old. Service was both considerate and efficient. Paraty is well worth the visit, as is Pistache: a MUST stop for ice cream lovers here!

Very surprised by the positive reviews! We found this chain had lower quality gelato than many of…read morethe shops around it. We much preferred more local shops that did not seem to have more local flavors and higher quality gelato.

My family and I have been coming to Ubatuba for many years. We ALWAYS always went to Ellens for…read moreour pao de queijo "fix" since at least 1976 . I now live in the USA and have tried many times over the years to make my pao as amazing as Ellens. No, sem duvida nem chega perto . You are still THE QUEEN.

I have been coming here since I was a child... I live in the US, but it was always a stop when we…read morewould be in town! I only wish I could make the bread here at home!!! We love you guys!!!