Restaurants in Ouro Prêto
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Chafariz
Eclectically decorated with old photos, religious art, Brazilian flags and antiques, Chafariz is a local institution serving one of the tastiest (if priciest) buffets anywhere in Minas. The menu showcases traditional local favorites such as lombo com feijão tropeiro (beans mixed with manioc flour, crunchy pork rind, sausage, eggs, garlic and onions), followed by Minas cheese and goiabada (guava paste) for dessert. The formally dressed waiters will also ply you with shots of cachaća, coffee and jabuticaba liqueur, all included in the price.
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O Passo
In a lovely 18th-century building, this restaurant has intimate candlelit rooms with marbled walls; outside, the relaxed terrace overlooking the Casa de Contos is ideal for an after-dinner drink. Everything’s superb – pizza, pasta, salads and the wine list! On Tuesday nights, don’t miss the rodizio de pizzas (all-you-can-eat pizza, R$21.90).
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Casa do Ouvidor
Just downhill from Praça Tiradentes, Ouvidor has garnered numerous awards for its comida mineira (typical cuisine of Minas Gerais) main meals. The ancient upstairs dining room is especially appealing at night, when low lighting enhances its rustic charm. Definitely come with an empty stomach – portions are immense.
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Chocolates Ouro Preto
Best known for its hot chocolate and other sinful indulgences, this newly opened branch of Ouro Prêto’s hometown chocolate factory also serves sandwiches, soups and other savory snacks for under R$10. The original branch at Rua Getúlio Vargas 72 keeps the same hours and prices.
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Bené da Flauta
Directly below Igreja de São Francisco, this place occupies two levels of a gorgeous colonial sobrado (mansion). The open, airy atmosphere, the views and the wine list nicely complement the menu of trout, steak, pasta and Mineiro specialties, all presented with flair.
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Café Geraes
Well-heeled students and artists favor this trendy spot to sip wine, talk shop and linger over creatively prepared salads, pasta, salmon and steak dishes. On weekdays, try the prato executivo lunch – main dish, salad, dessert, juice and coffee for only R$20.
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Janela do Rosário
This sweet little restaurant with candlelit tables on the cobblestones overlooking Igreja do Rosário serves salads, sandwiches and some creative vegetarian and fish offerings. There's live music on weekends.
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Café e Livraria Cultural
Tucked away just below the tourist office, this little café with exposed stone walls has simple food, fancy coffee drinks and a clean, relaxed feel. A good place to pore over the map and get your bearings.
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Sabor de Minas
Sabor Minas has a varied menu and some of the best prices in town. Their picanha na pedra (tri-tip steak grilled on a stone) is especially recommended; plates are large enough to share.
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Deguste
Deguste has a 26-item lunchtime buffet; the á la carte evening menu focuses on fish and meat entrées, accompanied by live music on weekends.
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Beijinho Doce
A half-block downhill from Praça Tiradentes, this coffee shop and bakery is perfect for a sweet or savory snack between museums.
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Café e Cia
An old favorite with an airy back seating area overlooking the creek. The self-service lunch focuses on Mineiro fare.
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Quinto do Ouro
Prices are high here, but the quality and variety of the Mineiro food, including meat grilled to order, is superb.
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Chalet dos Caldos
This rustic spot with beautiful stone walls serves delicious soup and local dishes large enough to share.
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Adega Ouro Prêto
The cavelike Adega is a great deal at lunchtime and also serves reasonable pizza four nights a week.
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