Ipanema & Leblon
Prima showcases Italian delicacies not often seen in these parts, using imaginative ingredients such as goat cheese, olive tapenade, prosciutto and smoked…
Must-see restaurants in Brazil
Ipanema & Leblon
Gurumê is a Zen-like restaurant turning out creative, beautifully presented dishes that blend flavors from East and West. Among the many temptations are…
Ipanema & Leblon
This low-key restaurant situated on a street corner serves top-quality, straightforward Brazilian food with both lunchtime options and a daily specials…
Minas Gerais
For tasty mineira fare, hit this friendly, good-value per kilo joint on Santana do Riacho's main drag. Chef Joca announces each newly prepared dish ('we…
Ipanema & Leblon
A few steps from Praça General Osório, this small open-sided eating spot fills a much lacking niche in Rio's food world: Mexican cuisine! Nibble on…
Rio de Janeiro State
A Mauá institution for over two decades, this pumpkin-colored pizzeria serves two dozen varieties of wood-fired, thin-crusted beauties. Perennial…
Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul
The walk-in wine cellar is the first thing that catches your eye when you enter this sophisticated bar-restaurant. There are two dining areas, the…
Goiás
Come with an empty stomach to this simple lunch spot for regional delights, an outrageous amount of which are slapped in front of you for a ridiculously…
Minas Gerais
Famous for its regional dishes, the restaurant at Pousada do Garimpo challenges the heftiest of appetites with its house specialty bambá do garimpo, a…
Ubatuba
On the sands at pretty Prumirim, this is one of Ubatuba's best destination beach bars. The seafood – a wealth of fried and grilled fish dishes, shrimp and…
Foz do Iguaçu
An Edokko owner and legions of Japanese clientele should tell you this is the spot in Foz for Japanese cuisine. The sushi suffers a bit from lack of…
Rio de Janeiro
A creative addition to the Copacabana food scene, this small snack bar serves delicacies from the north, including pure açaí (a berry-like fruit),…
Belém
Dishes here are Indian-ish (samosas, dahl, etc) with tell-tale signs you're still in Brazil (farofa, jambu), but it's still perfectly delicious and fully…
Brazil
This alternative-indie cafe-bar dishes up great-value salads, sandwiches, quiches, hummus and cheese-and-meat platters to a beautiful crowd. As the…
Ipanema & Leblon
This photogenic newcomer evokes more than a hint of old-world Portugal with its tiled walls, bottle-filled shelves and gourmet items tantalizingly…
Flamengo & Around
The makeover of the Marina da Glória has seen the arrival of a handful of upscale eating establishments facing the waterfront, including this classy…
São Luís
This megakiosk on São Marcos' sands has a more loungy vibe than its neighbors and is a great bet for good food, good music and good times, especially on…
Ipanema & Leblon
This deli and gourmet grocer is one of the city's best. In addition to lunchtime specials (roast duck, lasagna, grilled salmon), you'll find pastas,…
Bonito & Around
A famous spot in town for fish, especially renowned for traíra (a predatory fish), which comes fried whole. There are also soups, ceviches and several…
Rio Grande do Sul
Once you tire of fondue and chocolate, head to this adorable bistro just off the main square, where well-known culinary personality Roberta Rech dishes up…
Alter do Chão
Art and jewelry store by day, fine restaurant by night. One of three side-by-side places serving dinner and drinks right on the plaza, the Arco-Iris'…
Maranhão
While it looks unassuming, this great place just off the plaza does a bit of everything and does it very well. The diverse menu includes pasta, crepes,…
Pernambuco
Humble, local and a kitchen magician, chef Alcindo Queiroz has produced a creative menu of regional moquecas and seafood at this sleeper. While the flavor…
Rio de Janeiro State
If you weren't expecting a French restaurant with its own small-scale dairy in Rio's back yard, think again! Hidden 1km off the main road up a bumpy dirt…
Pará
Brazil's growing obsession with açaí, a berry indigenous to the Amazon and rich in antioxidants, is old news here – they serve up great bowls of the stuff…
Foz do Iguaçu
Gaudy art and forced sophistication aside, Spanish-owned Zaragoza stands out if you're after a somewhat refined dinner – the paella here, served for two…
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses
Tucked away between the main road and the sea, this breezy open-air restaurant on an elevated deck surrounded by greenery hits the mark both in terms of…
Búzios
Directly opposite the Orla Bardot boardwalk, Salt's sea-facing front terrace makes a romantic dinner spot, with a wide-ranging mixed drinks menu and a…
Ubatuba
New owners have rejuvenated this laid-back riverside spot walking distance from Centro. Simple but well-prepared Brazilian food at good-value prices is…
São Paulo State
On endlessly charming Viela das Lavadeiras, this perennially popular Italo-Brazilian choice is the domain of charismatic chef Gui Manoel, who often…
Alagoas
This former Dutch fortification has a splendid view out over the water. The location is slightly out of the way – just follow the signs, as the restaurant…
Ipanema & Leblon
Vegetarians interested in sampling Brazil's signature dish should visit this small charmer on a Wednesday or a Sunday, when tofu feijoada is served. At…
The Amazon
Tambaqui is a huge river fish with succulent white meat, often served grilled and sem espinhas (without bones). That's the specialty here, with dishes for…
Rio de Janeiro
At Amir you'll enter a world of delicate aromas amid a brightly painted interior complete with Middle Eastern decorative touches. Daytime crowds come for…
Ceará
At the east end of Broadway with picture windows looking down to the beach, El Argentino is the best spot for grilled meats, all of which are served with…
São Paulo
Servers can barely maneuver within this tiny deli that has capitalized on the city's odd combination of storied Jewish history but lack of the food that…
Espírito Santo
With a breezy front terrace and menus printed on wooden boards, this long-standing Itaúnas favorite is a family affair – don't be surprised if the young…
Bahia
This beautifully appointed restaurant is a haven for foodies interested in Bahian cuisine. Look for light, modern takes on classic dishes from acarajés …
São Paulo
Modeled after New York City's vehemently popular Shake Shack, Bullguer does excellent made-to-order burgers and great crinkly fries that taste a lot…
Rio de Janeiro
Rio's vegetarian scene has improved dramatically in recent years, with places like this inviting snack bar inside the ultra-hip Void store. Amazing…
