I really don't know why this restaurant is so famous…read more Firstly, the restaurant doesn't serve any alcoholic beverages, so if you like a glass of wine or beer with your food, you're out of luck. Second: the food is served from a buffet (although, they do have items that you can request from a menu, the majority of the food is served from the buffet). When I went to eat there, I saw people "sampling" the buffet items with their hands!!! If that wasn't bad enough, the food trays are not being attended, so you may pass trays with food that's been there for quite a while (looking anything but appetizing), or they may be empty. The waitstaff are overworked or uninterested because it was next to impossible to get anyone's attention for a soda.. The only thing I can say in Mangai's favor is that it does look charming--so go and look, then eat someplace else.

Traditional and authentic Northeast dishes. Similarly to multiple restaurant in Natal, Mangai is a…read more"self-service" restaurant serving food by the weight. The buffet style makes it quite convenient (less risky) for the folks who are experiencing the heavy Northeast cousins. The array of food is fairly diverse and the staff is quite friendly. The whole restaurant is decorated thematically.

I know...I said I wouldn't come back here, but the place is so beautiful and I was in the area,…read moreso...it was much better than last time. First, let me say thank you to our 2 waiters, Ezekiel and Marlon. They both provided excellent service and were very integral in my positive review and experience. The atmosphere here continues to be romantic and idyllic: with a view of the beautiful Ponta Negra Beach in Natal and the famous Morro do Careca ("Bald Hill") in the distance. The food is very nicely plated, and while the seasoning was okay this time, it was still a little unbalanced. I really enjoyed the Sorrentinos (Argentinian version of ravioli) the last time, and while the presentation was very attractive, the sauce had too much lime. I ordered the commemorative dish (Prato da Boa Lembrança) because I collect these plates. It consisted of shredded dried beef with fried curd cheese (queijo coalho) served on a bed of refried black-eyed peas (which had a very bitter taste). Visually, it was striking, but the taste missed the mark. I was happy to have celebrated my birthday having lunch here, but, while the food is not as good as they think it is, it is still worth a visit.

I have Been going to Manary since 2011. Every Trip to Brasil this is my dreamy food experience…read more From the moment I pull up to the red door to the moment you leave the magic. The customer service and ambiance are the warmest greeting, Every bite is an explosion of flavor. Thank you ! Well done to the whole team!