Seafood restaurants in The Southeast
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Restaurante David
Still going strong after nearly 40 years, David’s serves high-quality seafood at little wooden tables with checkered tablecloths in the heart of town.
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O Porto do Bacalhau
Fine seafood isn't the first thing you'd expect in the landlocked capital of Minas, but it's exactly what O Porto delivers. This traditional place with a covered outdoor terrace has been delighting local palates for three decades, with some of the best bolinhas de bacalhau (codfish fritters), moqueca (Bahian fish stew) and grilled fish this side of the Atlantic.
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Agua Viva
This place serves trout and mineiro (Minas Gerais cuisine) food in a delightful riverside location. Outdoor seating and hammocks allow you to relax to the sound of rushing water during and after the meal. The owner speaks some English.
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Filho da Truta
Run by an enterprising couple of Lebanese–French descent, this restaurant has won national acclaim for its 37 different trout recipes. The attached pousada (guesthouse) has doubles starting at R$85 (or R$115 with three meals a day).
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Kontiki
For a unique dining experience, check out this island restaurant in the middle of the bay. Kontiki specializes in seafood paella, and will pick you up at the Paraty pier for the 10-minute crossing.
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Corsário Negro
This friendly indoor-outdoor restaurant serves tasty plates of fresh seafood, including paella and the gargantuan tesouro de tortuga (mixed seafood platter for two).
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Casa do Fogo
The name says it all here – everything’s on fire! The menu focuses on seafood set ablaze with the local cachaça, and desserts don’t escape a fiery death either.
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Sawasdee
Expensive but excellent, Sawasdee specializes in Thai cuisine showcasing the area’s fresh seafood. The kaipilychia (lychee caipirinhas) are quite tasty.
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O Rei do Peixe
This large, rustic open-air place feels touristy - and it is. But it also serves up first-rate seafood, including an excellent version of azul-marinho.
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Sushi Jardim
Set in a cozy candlelit sculpture garden, this place serves a full range of Japanese delicacies, from sushi rolls to tempura, and from yakisoba to sukiyaki.
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Banana da Terra
Chef Ana Bueno’s creative taste combinations and artistic presentation make this one of Paraty’s classiest restaurants. There’s also an excellent wine list.
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Carla Gourmet
Not as chichi as Búzios’ other per-kilo places, Carla’s focuses on traditional specialties – including fresh grilled fish – at a reasonable price.
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Lua e Mar
Candlelit tables on the sand make a tranquil place to watch the crashing waves and scurrying crabs while you enjoy tasty seafood dishes for two.
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Deck
About 1km north of the ferry lies this popular seafood restaurant that also makes good pizzas. It sometimes closes at 21:00 in the low season.
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A Canoa
This simple waterfront joint serves simple but good seafood, including the regional specialty, azul-marinho.
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Água na Boca
A stone’s throw from the bus station, this recommended self-serve includes plenty of seafood in its daily offerings.
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Crescente
This is a classy little place featuring French cuisine and some very tasty trout dishes.
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Saint Tropez
Just a block up from Praia dos Anjos, Saint Tropez is a good spot for fresh fish.
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