Best restaurants in São Paulo: The 5+ on Ipiranga Avenue
Ipiranga Avenue: charming and delicious! Come with the Citas team and we’ll tell you which are the 5 best restaurants in São Paulo that are located on Ipiranga Avenue.
Got off the subway at República and need to grab a bite to eat? Ipiranga Avenue isn't just about pretty buildings.
Full of culture and history, this street is one of the oldest streets in São Paulo and the gastronomy - the most delicious part of our city - is also very popular in the area. Some of the best restaurants in SP are located on this avenue, in the heart of downtown São Paulo, which was once considered one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world !
Among the buildings, some restaurants and bars stand out for their diverse culinary delights and typical Brazilian foods. There is something for everyone - feijoadas and snacks for the weekend, more refined ones, such as the Italian ones with their traditional pastas and sauces, and the French bistros that bring sophistication and flavor to their dishes.
In addition to the diversity, most of the restaurants on Ipiranga Avenue offer customers stunning views of the city . Many have large windows, sidewalk tables or terraces with breathtaking views. It's hard not to fall in love!
So, do you want to know which are the 5 best restaurants in São Paulo that are located on Av Ipiranga? We selected them:
- Italy Terrace
- Brahma Bar
- Esther Rooftop
- Dona Onça's Bar
- Dirty
We’ll tell you more details about each of them!
Italy Terrace
In one of the most sophisticated buildings in São Paulo, there is one of the most sought-after restaurants by those who enjoy an Instagrammable selfie - Terraço Itália Restaurante. Located at Av. Ipiranga 344, the building can be seen from various points in the city.
At 165 meters high, with lots of luxury and a stunning view, the restaurant attracts visitors who dream of dining at the capital's postcard.
The kitchen is run by Toscano chef Pasquale Mancini and the menu offers delicious dishes for both Gourmet lunch and A La Carte dinner, both perfect for special occasions.
The restaurant's bar offers background music, with performances that help to make this experience even more memorable. Reservations must be made directly through the website. The venue also offers space for social, corporate events and weddings.
It is worth getting to know and being enchanted by the beauty of the city seen from above and the enchanting cuisine of our São Paulo postcard.
Italy Terrace: Ipiranga Avenue, 344 – 41st floor | Downtown | São Paulo
Brahma Bar
On one of the most famous streets in the city of São Paulo (and perhaps in Brazil), between Av. Ipiranga and Av. São João, is located one of the most traditional bars in São Paulo, the beloved Bar Brahma.
With a bar atmosphere and a touch of elegance, the place attracts people from all over. In addition to draft beer, the restaurant is also known for its menu of typical Brazilian dishes, such as the traditional feijoada and mouth-watering snacks.
The bar becomes the preferred meeting point to enjoy a good night of Happy Hour on Friday and a good samba on Saturday.
Reservations are made through the website
Bar Brahttps://www.barbrahmacentro.com/hma : 677 St. John's Ave. | Downtown | Sao Paulo
Esther Rooftop
Run by French chef Benoit Mathurin, the place has managed to combine Brazilian cuisine with that of a contemporary French bistro, resulting in dishes that are delicious to the eyes and the palate.
In addition to having an incredible view of Praça da República, the restaurant has an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere, making it one of the best restaurants in the region for executive lunches and romantic dinners.
Esther Rooftop also has a store selling artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, dried mushrooms and alcoholic beverages.
Esther Rooftop : 10th St, 1st ...
Dona Onça's Bar
Located at the foot of the Copan Building for over 10 years, Bar da Dona Onça is run by chef Janaína Rueda, born in São Paulo.
Janaína is passionate about the city and seeks to showcase the wonders of São Paulo in her menu and restaurant. The chef prepares all of her Brazilian dishes in a pressure cooker.
The bar also offers typical bar snacks, bringing a unique flavor to its customers.
With a touch of contemporary art and a bohemian atmosphere, São Paulo nights become an attraction at Dona Onça's bar. It's worth trying the homemade pasta and the famous Onça painted caipirinha.
Reservations must be made Monday through Thursday
Bar by https://bardadonaonca.com.br/Dona Onça : Copan Building | Downtown | São Paulo |
Dirty
For over 50 years, with traditions that have lasted since the 60s and an irreverent name, the famous sujinho offers customers simple dishes with a homemade taste.
Don't be fooled by the name! The place was once a meeting point for great artists from Jovem Guarda.
The restaurant's signature dish is the famous beef steak cooked on the grill. Other types of prime cuts are deliciously prepared, and in addition to the meats, the menu offers a homemade pudding that has won awards for its desserts.
The official restaurant is located on Rua da Consolação, but one of its branches is on Av. Ipiranga.
Dirty : 1058 Ipiranga Ave - Republic | Sao Paulo | SP | 01040-000
All of them are just a few meters from some of the Citas apartments !
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