We stopped by Capim Santo for lunch though it was quite the journey getting there. This Brazilian…read morerestaurant, with a celebrated chef, used to be located in a different location. One which still shows up on Google. We Ubered to the old location and spent a while trying to find a restaurant that is no longer more. My Brazil guidebook touched on their lunch buffet. That is no more at the new location either. The current location is inside a museum. You have to pay admission to the museum to dine at the restaurant. Even if you have no interest in checking out the museum. Safe to say, we were off to a rocky start. Things did turn around magically, however. Admission to the museum pays to help preserve the Amazon. At least our money was going to a good cause. Sustainability is a theme here as you see sustainable materials being used throughout the restaurant. We were seated on the lovely patio which is made to recreate the Amazon with a lot of greenery and trees. I started off with a fresh juice as I looked over the menu. I ordered the pork cutlet with tomato risotto. It may have been my favorite dish on my Brazil trip. The pork was succulent and flavorful. The risotto mirrored it as the fresh tomatoes and combination of ingredients made it arguably the best risotto I've ever had. Service was good. Capim Santo is not cheap. And we ran into a couple of frustrating roadblocks. But with that being said, I can't fail to applaud the restaurant for the quality of its food and the lovely surroundings.

For a restaurant in the hospital, this was impressive. The buffet had traditional Brazilian food,…read moreincluding hearts of palm, rice, beans, feijoada, and much more. We ordered a pastel de carne seca, which is similar to like a shredded beef empanada, but significantly better. It was insane. Going there brought me joy during a difficult time

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!

I originally thought this was a type of Mexican restaurant from the decor but there aren't any…read moredishes which would suggest that The staff are friendly people but do not speak much English. The chef was very nice and presented us with the complimentary dish which I believe was the Torresmo. The drinks are amazing and that smoke meat platter was pork and onions which was super tender and juicy. The recommendations from the server to try are the "Baião-De-Dois which is composed of rice beans. Update the food is inspired from NE Brazil which has an amazing presentation. The food is made with love and has a very home feel. The medium dish serves 3-4 people with ease. A definite must try if you are in São Paolo. Eu originalmente pensei que este era um tipo de restaurante mexicano pela decoração, mas não há pratos que sugeriria que a equipe é de pessoas amigáveis, mas não fala muito inglês. O chef foi muito legal e nos apresentou o prato de cortesia que acredito ser o Torresmo. As bebidas são incríveis e aquele prato de carne defumada era carne de porco e cebola, que estava super macia e suculenta. As recomendações do servidor para experimentar são o "Baião-De-Dois, que é composto de feijão de arroz. Atualize a comida é inspirada no NE Brasil, que tem uma apresentação incrível. A comida é feita com amor e tem uma sensação muito caseira. O prato médio serve 3-4 pessoas com facilidade. Definitivamente deve tentar se você estiver em São Paolo.

I tried to make it anytime I visit São Paulo if at all possible…read more Great food, friendly service and chance to taste Northeastern Brazilian cuisine along with some of the most flavorful versions of caipirinhas!

When my friend sent me the address and told me to meet her here for dinner while I was on a…read morebusiness trip, I imagined a regular meal experience. I pulled up to the museum and immediately thought my driver took me to the wrong address. After speaking to the front desk, they guided me up to the 8th floor where I laid my eyes on a spectacular rooftop with an amazing panoramic view of the city. I stopped in the restroom to wash up and saw the Michelin plaque on the wall and knew I would be in for a treat. The server immediately greeted us with a pop up menu of drinks. Yes, a pop-up book that came to life with handcrafted options for the most original cocktails I have seen in São Paulo. Each drink you order comes with its own magnet as a gift to take home and remember the experience. As of that wasn't enough, we were presented with a unique bottle of honey gin by the distiller himself. This drink came with instructions...take a sip, count to 3, and watch the flavors unfold while tickling your tongue! I promise if I had more room in my luggage I would have come home with a bottle. As a gin lover, this was something truly special. Now onto the meal...bolinhos de bacalau were perfection. The flat iron steak was tender and flavorful. The palmitos were crunchy on the outside and melted in my mouth. For dessert, the presentation was beautiful and there was just the right amount of sweet to end the night. I highly recommend Vistas for a special occasion on your next visit to Iberopuera. You will NOT be disappointed.

Vista is in the top floor of a museum in the park. Outside there is a balcony which provides a…read morepanoramic view of the city. Definitely recommend to go on a clear day. The food here is really good. The chef does creative spins on Brazilian classic dishes. I had the fish stew, seafood rice and a salad on my visit. I enjoyed everything. Definitely would recommend this restaurant and would come back again the next time I'm in São Paulo.

This was our first meal in São Paulo, arranged by the concierge at the Renaissance. The restaurant…read moreis in the Jardins area and has been around since 1990. Chef Mara Salles is well known for celebrating Brazil's regional cuisines, and the restaurant has earned a Bib Gourmand recognition for its quality and value. We had the option to sit inside or on the patio, and since the weather was perfect, we chose the patio. Inside looked inviting too--warm wood, white tablecloths, and a stylish bar. The service was friendly, though our server didn't speak English, which made ordering a little tricky. We used a translator app several times, which worked fine but slowed things down. The food was worth it. We started with the zucchini chips (addictive!) and quickly learned the chilies on the table are very hot--be careful. For appetizers, we had the Comissão de Frente (pastries filled with shrimp) and the Bolinho Errado com Aioli de Pequi (manioc balls with homemade cheese). Both were excellent. For mains, we tried the Bobó de Camarão, a shrimp dish in creamy manioc with coconut--rich and comforting. The Barreado, beef slow-cooked for 10 hours in a clay pot, was tender and deeply flavorful. Overall, Tordesilhas gave us a warm welcome to São Paulo dining. The food was authentic and memorable, and while the language barrier made things a little slower, it was still one of the highlights of our trip.

Amazing traditional food with high quality ingredients. They…read morealso have their own pickled peppers that were very good. The service, quality and food are 5/5 and highly recommended. The ambiance was rustic, which fit the food perfectly. Make sure you go on a Saturday to try Brazil's national dish, the Feijoada.

Very good food! This restaurant is your local joint where you get the famous home made food from…read moreMinas Gerais State. Trust me..., it's an explosion of flavors in your mouth. The place is not fancy at all and was packed at lunch time and service was extremely friendly.

Wow ! We were looking for an authentic locals restaurant! We hit the jackpot! It was nice and clean…read more! It was super busy in a good way. The food was fresh to order ! I had Steak al Aho- steak covered in roasted garlic rice and beans and a fried egg. My husband had pork ( like carnitas) fried pork- rice, beans, a fried egg and a fried banana. It's a must ! Will be back !