Bahia
Elegant and airy Maritaca does delicious thin-crust pizzas – the carpaccio is a standout – as well as Italian pastas and rich desserts made with top-end…
Must-see restaurants in Bahia
Bahia
This busy corner eatery offers a range of great-value sandwiches, acai and traditional Bahian dishes. Try the sandwich named after the nearby river, Rio…
Bahia
Just off the plaza, this traditional Bahian restaurant – considered by many to be the best on the peninsula – serves fresh seafood, including a fine…
Salvador
This charming cafe is a favorite among locals and tourists alike for its Mediterranean-influenced cuisine and modern takes on Bahian dishes. At lunchtime,…
Bahia
Pizzas, Italian and Brazilian dishes and sushi can all be found at this charming restaurant just south of Ilhéus' center on the river. The menu is varied…
Bahia
This sleek parrilla (steakhouse) offers a break from Bahia’s famous seafood, plus a good wine list and frequent live music; it's often populated by…
Bahia
Get your hummus fix here: this cool but casual eatery specializes in vegetarian Arabic food, from falafel to couscous, and has a relaxing lounge space…
Bahia
This Italian classic, housed in a sweet, old-fashioned house on the main drag, is known for its hearty portions of homemade gnocchi. Also on the menu:…
Bahia
Fresh pastries, strong coffee, and well-made sandwiches and salads are on the menu at this airy coffee shop in the historic center. It's also one of the…
Bahia
A first-rate locale for a romantic evening out in Arraial: this stylish eatery exudes tropical chic with its old-world decor, new-world music, superb…
Salvador
Dig into some crispy grilled octopus and a potent pisco sour at this Peruvian restaurant with impressive harbor views. If you want to dine as the sun sets…
Bahia
Located close to the beach, this lovely per-kilo restaurant offers a small but delicious selection of salads and seafood-oriented dishes to be enjoyed in…
Bahia
Mandarine Gourmet, located just off the main square, has a menu full of incredible gourmet burgers featuring toppings like cacau-infused BBQ sauce and…
Lençóis
Lençóis' burgeoning bohemian population can be found congregating at this cafe that specializes in tasty crepes, pastas and craft beer, some of which is…
Salvador
One of Salvador’s oldest and best ice-cream shops, with two popular locations in the Pelourinho, and another on Praça Municipal.
Salvador
Come to this nondescript pizzeria in the Carmo area for hearty, homemade Italian staples and strong drinks. The owners are friendly and fun and the…
Salvador
If you find yourself craving pancakes or other American-style breakfast staples try this ultramodern coffee shop just up the street from the museums in…
Bahia
Overlooking the beach, elegant Estrela do Mar serves expertly prepared seafood, pasta and salads. There's a children's menu and a decent wine list too.
Lençóis
This hip and stylish pizzeria and Italian eatery offers prime people-watching, gourmet pies and potent cocktails.
Salvador
One of Salvador’s oldest and best ice-cream shops, located at the top of the Elevador Lacerda.
Porto Seguro
A classic in Porto since 1976, no-frills Tia Nenzinha serves an assortment of Bahian dishes.
Salvador
A standard Bahian menu is available at this casual spot on the upper terrace of the Mercado Modelo. Though it's touristy and the food isn't particularly…
Salvador
A favorite among tourists, this always-packed restaurant is known for fresh crabs and platters of grilled seafood and vegetables. The service and food can…
Bahia
While most of the restaurants on Arraial d'Ajuda's main stretch don't open until dinner, Cantinho Mineiro offers a solid menu of lunch options on a sunny…
Bahia
Even if you're not lucky enough to be staying in Trancoso's top-of-the-line Uxua Casa Hotel & Spa, you can pay a visit to the hotel's stylish but relaxed…
Bahia
This grassy open-air plaza is home to several casual, budget-friendly eateries – look for crepes, pizzas, sandwiches, tapioca, moqueca (fish stew), ice…
Bahia
This lively galleria is a big draw for its atmosphere and variety: you’ll find good sushi, crepes, pizza and more gourmet fare; there’s live music on…
Bahia
A longtime Praia do Forte favorite, Casa da Nati spreads an excellent self-serve lunch buffet (per kilo R$62), plus a good menu of à la carte dishes all…
Bahia
Guido's, located on Praia da Cueira, is famous on Boipeba for its lobster, which you can watch being grilled while you sip a beer. Locals are divided on…
Bahia
Berimbau is stuck in the past, in the best sense of the phrase: the classic corner diner looks like the setting for a '60s-era Brazilian film. In the…
Morro de São Paulo
This fashionable Italian pizzeria and eatery is hugely popular for its fresh seafood pastas, oven-fired pizzas, rich Italian desserts and wines by the…
Salvador
Another of Barra's seaside hot spots for traditional Bahian food (think moqueca, fresh crabs, empanada-like pasteles, cold beer and caipirinhas), this…
Porto Seguro
Not sure where to eat? Just walk over here. This quaint little open-air galleria, just around the corner from the Passarela do Álcool, is lined with small…
Bahia
A Caraíva classic for more than three decades, Boteco do Pará is the best of several casual eateries specializing in fresh seafood. It's a lovely rustic…
Bahia
This open-air restaurant, right in the center of the action, has a tropical, easygoing feel that makes it appealing at any time of day: stop in for a mint…
Salvador
Tucked away on a quiet block around the corner from the beach, this laid-back place does a self-serve lunch buffet with a range of seafood and vegetarian…
Bahia
In addition to solid espresso drinks and a good selection of cakes, this modern cafe with ample outdoor seating and a small menu of sandwiches and crepes…
Lençóis
This modern coffee shop serves good coffee, gourmet sandwiches, soups and wraps, and homemade desserts that hit the spot after a day of hiking. Make sure…
Morro de São Paulo
This little cafe is on a wooden deck perched high over Segunda Praia, just off the pedestrian walkway. Pull up a stool and enjoy crepes, well-mixed…
Bahia
This eco-conscious surfers' hangout has a loyal local following thanks to its perfectly prepared crepes (including delicious dessert options like…
