Restaurants in São Luís
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Cabana do Sol
A starred restaurant since 1998, this is São Luís’ other memorable spot for the Portuguese, índio and African-influenced comida maranhense (the region’s traditional cuisine) . It’s pricey, but the irresponsibly enormous portions for two can serve four with gusto. The specialty is carne do sol (tasty, salted meat, grilled and served with beans, rice and vegetables – the picanha, steak, version is superb), but there is a wealth of chicken and seafood dishes, too.
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Maracangalha
This colorful restaurant is a step above in food and service and is the spot for a blowout meal. Chef/owner Melchíades Dantas turns out creative seafood and meat dishes that match the artsy atmosphere in flair and presentation (the caldeirada maranhense – a seafood stew – is excellent). Staff is impeccably on point. If there’s a flaw, it’s either the freezing red wine or the large, noise-hugging space that can swell with kids.
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A Varanda
The lush patio and excellent fish, shrimp and beef dishes make up for the slow service at this restaurant set in its owner's home. It's 4km east of the historic center: take a 'Vicente Fiaro' or 'Santa Clara' bus from the Terminal de Integração, get off at CEFET and take your first right.
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Restaurante Antigamente
It’s a bit of a tourist trap and not as good as it used to be but this French-owned place is still a dependable lunch stop to soak up the feeling of the historic center, and a lively night option with live music shared with Le Comptoir next door (same owner).
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Don Francisco
A excellent buffet that doesn’t try to do every dish ever known to Maranhão, but rather a select repertoire of meals that are all wonderful. The space, full of large arches and exposed brick, is also very pleasant. It’s open at night for á la carte.
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La Pizzeria
Italian-run pizzeria serving excellent thin-crust pizzas…and less lovely pastas and risotto in a long, atmospheric 19th-century warehouse with historic crumbling walls. For dinner, it’s the best option in the Centro Histórico.
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Le Papagaio Amarelo
Le Papagaio Amarelo, next to Restaurante Antigamente, provides a similar range of Brazilian staples such as seafood, rice and pasta dishes.You can also enjoy the live music of a nightime.
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Base da Lenoca
Base da Lenoca is a popular seafood restaurant in a great location overlooking the Rio Anil - order a beer and a crab dish and enjoy the breeze.
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Naturista Alimentos
This legitimate vegetarian buffet is a real treat for vegetarians who have been surviving on cheese sandwiches.
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Crioula's
This place sets out a decent-quality buffet in a tall barnlike space with colorful art and murals.
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Padaria Valéry
A relaxingly informal café with decent coffee, French breads and pastries.
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