Within the small space of De Bruer you'll find phenomenal gourmet beers from Brasil. Local craft…read morebeers has only just gained popularity in the last year here in Sao Paulo. And while there are other restaurants in Pinheiros/Vila Madalena area that offer gourmet beers (Emporium Alto dos Pinheiros or Melograno) their cuisine just doesn't compare. Where were we?! Everything was so full of flavor! I ordered a simple "Green salad" that showed up with a whole roasted garlic clove. My meat eating friends recommend the tender "French Kiss" and the "Jihad." The owner had great recommendations and speaks English. Mark my words - they're gonna have to get a bigger space.

I have no idea why this place wasn't crowded. It had a huuuuge selection of craft beer and they're…read moreall Brazilian. The Belgian tripel on tap was fantastic. The buffalo wings were a bit different than American style; they were so tender that they fell off the bone and came with a fun BBQ sauce and Bleu cheese dressing. There were about 6 or 7 choices on tap and a huge selection in bottles, all really well chilled. It's worth the trek and we'll be back many times I'm sure.

I think it's funny that they charge 33% more for beer brewed on location. Even funnier is that they…read moreonly had one beer available that was actually brewed on site. All kind of defeating the purpose of a craft brew pub in my opinion. Also the staff don't really have any personality especially the bartenders. They serve and disappear like robots. Aren't brewpubs supposed to be fun and outgoing? I didn't eat only drank. The menu is basically your typical bar food... Nothing really inspiring... Burgers, hot dogs, coxinha, etc. I gave 2 stars because the atmosphere is really cool and the beer was just alright. 2.5 is probably more accurate. However, I'm probably not going to come back and I would not recommend it.

There are not very many craft breweries in Sao Paulo due to some strict laws about brewing within…read morethe city. In the US there are many micro brews but here there are only four in the entire city. I tried the Weiss Beer and the Red Ale. Both are fantastic. Both are well balanced with just the right amount of bitter units for the type of beer. The wheat beer rivals Paulaner Weiss micro brew in NYC. The Red Ale is in the English style and is s better version of Old Speckled Hen. Great beer is only part of the story. The owner is very engaging and speaks some English. Show some interest in how beer is made and he will have you smelling New Zealand hops and explaining how temperature at fermentation impacts his beers. This place is the perfect place to kill an hour or an afternoon.

Pretty good beer selection. They have a ton of IPAs…read more Nothing on tap and no quads as far as I could see. They didn't bring out the recommended glasses with the beer. I think everything was originally made in Brasil which makes sense since they're focusing on craft beer.

I loved this place. We found it accidentally and are really happy that we did. We tried a Heilige…read moreAmerican Pale Ale ( Beazilian), which had a nice cleansing finish and a Rio de Colonia Stout (Brazilian) with pitanga, which removes the sickly sweet aftertaste that you generally expect from stouts. The bar snacks, atmosphere, music, service, and built in record shop were cool. I felt like I was in a craft brew pub in Asheville NC instead of Sao Paulo.

I was really excited to go and visit this spot in São Paulo! As a beer lover I've been following…read moreWoT on Instagram for a long time. However, my experience wasn't great at all. I'm giving them three stars because the beer itself was really good but the service was poor and so was the food. The waitress handed us the wrong menu and when we went to order she said we couldn't eat a majority of the food we ordered as it wasn't served on Mondays. We asked if we could get the correct menu. Upon reviewing the updated menu we ordered. A few minutes later she comes back to say that a majority of what we ordered wasn't available. So we had to order again. The place was empty as we arrived right when they opened. They forgot our beers and once the food arrived it was very stale and cold. It felt as if the food was old and heated up in a microwave. I unfortunately don't plan on returning because of this experience!!

Gorgeous restaurant! You wouldn't expect the stunning and breathtaking views from the exterior but…read moreonce inside, I couldn't help but marvel at the huge tree, wood beams, beautiful decor, immense wine cooler and liquor wall. I fully appreciated the blanket and heaters that were brought over as it was a chilly evening, yet we were still "indoors" but not. Service was impeccable, with every member of the staff ensuring our experience was top notch and food met our expectations. I chose the slowly roasted beef ribs rice and was not expecting savory goodness that arrived! The beef ribs melted in my mouth and the rice was so incredibly flavorful - I would order this over and over again! Of all the restaurants I've been to, Figueira Rubaiyat has by far the one of the most extensive wine list I've seen, featuring many different wines from around the world, including Brazil of course! There is also a gift shop that should not be missed because of the very unique items that are found here - and a place I'll need to visit next time I'm in the area again! The entire experience is one that should not be missed. Every detail and every bite was absolute perfection!

I've been to A Figueira Rubaiyat many times over the years, including their opening day back in…read more2001. I recently dropped by for lunch and as always, had an exceptional experience. Their famed "baby beef" was amazingly tender and flavorful. All sides were delectable and their service is always top notch. While considered very expensive from a local perspective, A Figueira Rubaiyat offers great value for those coming from abroad and thinking in dollar terms. We paid roughly $75 per person (R$ 360 in local currency, no alcohol, no dessert, only water, bread service, one entrée, and one side). You can't go wrong with A Figueira Rubaiyat!

Barbacoa is a very nice Brazilian steakhouse, and the ambiance and service were solid. It's the…read moreclassic churrascaria experience -- similar to Fogo de Chão -- with a full buffet, salad bar, and endless cuts of meat brought to the table. Here's the thing: I don't eat steak, pork, or most of the meats they specialize in, and I'm not a big fan of buffet or all‑you‑can‑eat restaurants in general. We came here because a coworker invited us, and she was being really kind, so I didn't think to check the price beforehand. I ended up only eating the salad, and with dessert my total came to about $66. For someone who doesn't eat the main attraction, that price felt a bit high -- honestly, I felt a little ripped off, LOL. Not the restaurant's fault at all; this is exactly how churrascarias work. It just wasn't the best match for my eating habits. Next time, I'll politely turn down the invite or suggest a different spot that fits my preferences better. But if you do enjoy steakhouse-style dining and want the full Brazilian churrasco experience, Barbacoa delivers exactly what it promises.

Wow is all I can say! In a city full of Churrascarias, this one is the absolute best! The food, the…read moreservice, the ambiance- all top shelf! I love several other Churrasacarias in São Paulo, but this one is a real standout. We had a group dinner with friends and coworkers, and we were led to a large table, and the staff fawned all over us. They were very accommodating and friendly. The food and wine were all top-notch, and they brought whatever cut of meat you asked for, instead of waiting for the "good stuff" like the Picanha. The salad bar was great as well, although I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have any Feijoada, which is usually a staple at any Churrascaria in Brazil. Again, there are several good Churrascarias here, but if you want the best, you won't get any better than Barbacoa!

I was here for dinner on a Sunday night. I was served my cocktail and side dishes of french fries,…read morepolenta strips, and ravioli sized beef empanadas. The salads were very good. The meats on a score of 1-10 were a 5. Some were well done and tough, others raw ( not rare) and a few medium. I like medium to medium rare. The service was terrible. My waiter disappeared for a long time and I had nothing to drink until I was finally able to get another waiter's attention. The desserts were nice but the steaks were a huge disappointment.

A courtesy van brought us to Bovinu's for dinner. A great place for meatlovers. Two large buffets…read moreare in the center of the dining area (visit as often as you like) one for salads/sides and the other for desserts. Both are overflowing with options. The staff circulates continuously with chicken, meat, and lamb skewers and will bring it to your table for as long as you like. Speaking of the staff, they are courteous and many of them spoke some english (thank you).

This is a must-visit if you're ever in So Paulo as the food here is too good to miss! You'll…read moreundoubtedly love this restaurant if you're familiar with Fogo de Chao in the states. This place is like FOGO on steroids! Cheese bread starters were delicious; appetizers were plentiful, and then came the meaty assortment! Almost all the meat were high-quality and we just couldn't get enough as they kept bringing over skewers and slicers! I hadn't eaten that much protein in a long time, and it was hands down one of the best meals I've ever had. The restaurant is Michelin-rated and highly reviewed, so it should come as no surprise. It was a great experience with excellent service and a classy environment.

Very nice place. Medium illuminated, modern and with tall ceilings…read more Elegant rodizio style. No salad bar, but you can choose from 5 different original salads and eat as much as you can. Then the meat starts to come. Some chorizos first to continue with a very good selection of cuts like picanha and lamb among others. Don't miss the NB steak which flavor is out of this world. The paleta de cordero is simply awesome!!! The only thing I didn't like is that they don't serve costela or roasted rib. But they have short rib though and it's very good too. Great selection of wines I'd recommend a "duoro" which is a wine from Portugal that goes perfect with the meat. Having Templo da carne as my favorite place, this has to be the absolute second. I just loved it.