Must-see restaurants in Bahia

  • O Bode

    Lençóis

    On an open-sided terrace over the river, this pleasant per-kilo restaurant spreads a buffet that includes meats, pasta and salads. The food won't blow you…

  • Cozinha Rição

    Lençóis

    One of the more popular spots on the main square in the historic center. The food is fairly standard but very tasty. You'll see people gathered here all…

  • Empada Brasil

    Salvador

    This branch of the Brazilian chain is nothing fancy, but it offers porch seating, inexpensive takeout and a decent buffet spread (all you can eat R$22–24)…

  • Casa de Taipa

    Bahia

    This buffet style restaurant is the best of the few lunch options on Itacaré's the main drag. The selection is fairly extensive, with a focus on seafood…

  • Carenagem

    Bahia

    Basic but good value, this popular meeting spot has an extensive menu of seafood and meat dishes, as well as a sushi menu. Come by on the weekends for…

  • Pizzaria Recanto Misticismo

    Bahia

    This popular pizzeria has brick walls, a varied menu and nicely lit tables with views onto the plaza. It fills up in the evening with groups of students,…

  • Zecas & Zecas

    Bahia

    Zecas & Zecas, on the main square of Sítio do Conde, is a colorful seafood restaurant serving the town’s best moqueca (fish stew).

  • Mega Chic

    Bahia

    Across the bridge from the center, Mega Chic offers a self-serve buffet and an à la carte menu of pastas, salads, sandwiches and cocktails.

  • Restaurante Familia

    Bahia

    Stop by this popular spot on Boipeba's main beach drag for a hearty seafood lunch or to just enjoy a cold beer with your feet in the sand.

  • O Picuí

    Bahia

    A local favorite serving hearty regional dishes from grilled steaks to salmon glazed with maracuja (passion fruit) sauce.