Must-see restaurants in Brasília

  • Taypá

    Brasília

    It's worth a trip to the edges of Lago Sul – a R$40 or so taxi fare – for Marco Espinoza's authentic upscale Peruvian fare. His whole team hails from Peru…

  • Olivae

    Brasília

    With a disciple of Brazilian super chef Alex Atala running the show, this classy spot has everyone's taste buds doing a happy dance. The three-course…

  • Mangai

    Brasília

    This northeastern por-quilo restaurant is a culinary experience like no other. An assembly line of tempting creative dishes will totally overwhelm you –…

  • Bloco C

    Brasília

    Smart but not pretentious, this restaurant has an elegant two-level interior and lovely back deck. The cuisine shows off its French and Italian roots with…

  • Nossa Cozinha Bistrô

    Brasília

    At this sweet, welcoming bistro tucked away on Bloco C’s backside, superb value awaits. The US-trained chef excels at gourmet treats like the signature…

  • Universal

    Brasília

    A junkyard-chic aesthetic greets patrons at this hyper-eclectic kitsch freakout restaurant (it’s overflowing with funky bric-a-brac and antique…

  • Supren Verda

    Brasília

    A family that has eschewed meat for five generations runs this cute tucked-away corner buffet. The food is all vegan and of high quality and inventiveness…

  • Naturetto

    Brasília

    This excellent pescatarian (fish but no meat) por-quilo (per kilo) restaurant is worth seeking out for creative dishes and the rustic, inner-city…

  • Fogo de Chão

    Brasília

    In the southern hotel district, Fogo de Chão is of imposing dimensions. The rodízio (all-you-can-eat grilled meat) certainly isn't cheap, but service is…

  • Boteco do Juca

    Brasília

    Deservedly popular, this sprawling Rio-style outdoor bar has icy draft beer and on-the-ball service. All-you-can-eat evening pizza (R$26 to R$28) draws…

  • Marietta

    Brasília

    This shop in a busy food court turns out perhaps the capital’s best sandwich: a triangular triple-decker of rocket, buffalo mozzarella and sun-dried…