This restaurant has been closed for a long time! It was a good place but this needs to be removed…read morefrom the Yelp list of restaurants so people don't needlessly travel to this location.

The best of the best! Amazing service, amazing food and beverages! You will not be disappointed.read more

Barbacoa is a very nice Brazilian steakhouse, and the ambiance and service were solid. It's the…read moreclassic churrascaria experience -- similar to Fogo de Chão -- with a full buffet, salad bar, and endless cuts of meat brought to the table. Here's the thing: I don't eat steak, pork, or most of the meats they specialize in, and I'm not a big fan of buffet or all‑you‑can‑eat restaurants in general. We came here because a coworker invited us, and she was being really kind, so I didn't think to check the price beforehand. I ended up only eating the salad, and with dessert my total came to about $66. For someone who doesn't eat the main attraction, that price felt a bit high -- honestly, I felt a little ripped off, LOL. Not the restaurant's fault at all; this is exactly how churrascarias work. It just wasn't the best match for my eating habits. Next time, I'll politely turn down the invite or suggest a different spot that fits my preferences better. But if you do enjoy steakhouse-style dining and want the full Brazilian churrasco experience, Barbacoa delivers exactly what it promises.

Wow is all I can say! In a city full of Churrascarias, this one is the absolute best! The food, the…read moreservice, the ambiance- all top shelf! I love several other Churrasacarias in São Paulo, but this one is a real standout. We had a group dinner with friends and coworkers, and we were led to a large table, and the staff fawned all over us. They were very accommodating and friendly. The food and wine were all top-notch, and they brought whatever cut of meat you asked for, instead of waiting for the "good stuff" like the Picanha. The salad bar was great as well, although I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have any Feijoada, which is usually a staple at any Churrascaria in Brazil. Again, there are several good Churrascarias here, but if you want the best, you won't get any better than Barbacoa!

The crowd outside should tell you something good is going on here. I came on a lazy Sunday…read moreafternoon at 3pm and people were standing in the streets drinking their longnecks and (presumably) waiting for their tables. Lots of outdoor seating make this a nice space, and the American bbq feel is fetching. As I was dining alone and not necessarily inclined to waiting for a table I just took a seat at the bar. No, not that bar, the one at the burger grill. It's toasty, so on a cool SP day it might be perfect. Today, at 31 degrees, I cooked along with the burgers, but only broke a little sweat. It's also nice to watch the cook load the grill will wood and move the meat. I took the waitress's recommendations (with my growing Portuguese), and ordered a Madalena and queijo chimchurri burger. The delicious French fries came first with a delicious herb-laced mayonnaise (but do NOT miss the "Ketchup Rústico"!). As I was quite hungry I thought I might finish them. Nope. The burger was thick, meaty, juicy, and very red (something tells me this is standard in Brazil, so if you want it done, better say so). It was decent but I expected a bit more flavor, but I took a pretty basic choice, so next time I'll get a bit more adventurous (bacon, spiced cheddar, jalapeños, etc). I'll definitely come back with friends, but as an infrequent red meat eater, I can't make this a usual stop. That being said, the meal was (very) satisfying and fulfilled the hamburger longing I'd been suffering for several days.

Great great burgers. Expect long waits, but relax, and enjoy some beers outside. They pride…read morethemselves in having "bad" service and hang poor reviews on the walls in the bathroom. No frills, burger place, that serves some awesome food! A must go.

A friend had been telling me I need to go to this place for a while. We finally were able to go and…read morelet me tell you she was right! It's kind of hidden but i think it makes it special. As soon as you walk up you have an inviting outdoor space as well as indoor dining option. When I ordered the girl taking my order was super helpful, gave suggestions, elaborated on any question I had. I got the frank burger and said they could cook it how the house likes to cook it which is pink with a small line of raw in the middle. When the burgers arrived I was so excited to try it, as I've only heard great things. I took the first juicy bite and yummmmmm it was delicious, without a doubt top 3 best burgers I've had in Brazil! We were fortunate enough to meet the owners as well and they were the cherry on top. So accommodating and suggested the black bread bun which went perfect with my burger. Overall an excellent experience I will be back and will be telling everyone about it!

Amazing American style burgers. Excellent quality and service!!! I will be back. Thank you!!!read more

Do not eat here! My entire experience was awful. The food was slow, terribly seasoned, and I had…read moreto send my chicken back because it was undercooked, it was red and raw near the bone. The table across from me had to send a hamburger back because it was still raw in the middle. Bad choice!

Not sure if I came on a bad day, but this was the worse BBQ I've ever had. There was 5 in our…read moregroup and no one was impressed by the food, but the atmosphere and beer were good. We started out with the sampler platter. There is not much to it and we had to send the ribs back because they were charred. Seriously, they were basically just the bones. I can't believe someone thought it was ok to serve ribs in this state. The replacement ribs came and actually looked like they were going to be good, but they weren't cooked. So we gave up on our sampler platter. Three of us decided to try a hamburger. How can one mess up a hamburger?? Well, these folks can. McDonald's has a better hamburger. All in all, I wouldn't classify this as a BBQ restaurant and not sure they should even be considered a restaurant based upon the food. However, the atmosphere is nice, so going for a beer at happy hour would be good, but if you get hungry pick up some food on the way home or visit another restaurant that is in the neighborhood.

I'm not afraid to say that this is the best cocktail bar of São Paulo. The job Spencer Jr. and his…read morecrew do is remarkable. They seem to take care of every single detail to prepare the perfect cocktail. From the ice craving, the glasses to the quality of the liquors, everything is perfect. Had different cocktails here, so I won't tell details about every single one. But be sure that you will have a great time The environment is classic, with a piano on the outside, and dark and cozy environment inside. The bar is located on the Maksoud's Plaza lobby. The price is a lit bit expensive, but it[s something you can afford every once in a while. The service is very good, and be prepared to wait depending on the time you arrive.

An incredible cocktail bar, one that evokes an age where classic cocktails were king: an intimate…read morebar, the red banquettes, and the piano with a light jazz accompaniment in the background, setting the stage for a perfect night-cap. We decided to sit at the bar so we could watch the masters at work, bartenders who are obviously very proud of their craft. For me, it was a Boulevardier - think Negroni, but subtract the gin and add bourbon in its place. The drink was beautiful, with a hand-shaved ice cube that looked like a glimmering gem surrounded by what was easily the best cocktail I've had in years. (For those of you who follow me, you know that's high praise!) One of my friends opted for the Gin Cocktail, what the drink menu calls a "high-strength stirred drink": Umburana gin, Grand Marnier, ginger, and Rangpur lime bitters. I took a sip and can vouch for this being a high-octane drink, a quite delicious one at that. For many of the drinks, the original source of the recipe is cited. The Gin Cocktail comes from "Cooling Cups and Dainty Drinks", published in 1869 - a nice touch of history that takes one back in time while enjoying their cocktail, right down to the quintessentially British instruction to the bartender: "The recipe of Terrington demands a table spoon of bitters". How imperial! The bartenders were great, answering all of our questions about the array of items displayed on the bar, from the little misters used to give a finishing touch to cocktails to the array of botanicals and garnishes in the Mason jars on the bar. Frank Bar should be on everyone's list when they visit São Paulo, whether it's for a pre-dinner cocktail or for a nice way to end an evening out with friends. Muito obrigado ao bartênderes!

Loved our dinner at this Korean spot in Aclimação. Only a quick cab ride from Pinheiros and we were…read morein banchan heaven. I was seriously impressed with the number of small dishes they offered! Everything from kimchee to tofu and more. The spacious restaurant is equipped with BBQ tables - the kind that allow you to cook your meat tabletop and while we opted for the already prepared galbi, next time I'l order the meat to cook ourselves. The Doenjang Jjigae soup we ordered was also good and paired nicely with the soju and beer (sadly they don't have Korean beer). I'll certainly be back.

Well stablished Korean restaurant in Sao Paulo. Nice atmosphere in a big refurbished house…read more Portions are small but really tasty. Pricey We had vegetarian bibimbap and lovely sweet potato noddles with vegetables.

This is a Korean restaurant in Bom Retiro neighborhood with the authentic Korean style barbecue…read more Each table is equipped with a charcoal grill and an exhaust system that might prevent you to leave the restaurant smelling like gogigui. Gogigui (barbecue in Korean) in is he main item in the menu, with different options (beef, chicken, pork, duck) for sharing, but other dishes are also available. We were in a group of 4 and none of us were in mood of having the barbecue. Moreover, we had a member trying Korean food for the very first time and another one who wasn't much into spicy food. Taking everything into consideration, we ordered 2 bowls of bibimbap and kimchi jjigae (stew with kimchi, tofu and pork). While waiting for the dishes to come, we were offered banchan (side dishes) which was okay. A portable stove was placed on the table for preparing the kimchi jjigae and all dishes were brought at once. Flavor-wise, everything was very tasty, but spiciness was an issue for the ones that were not really familiar to Korean food. But fortunately bibimbap was served with gochujang separately, so we managed to make and edible bibimbap for everyone's standards. In the end we realized that 1 bowl could be enough for the 4 of us. One curious thing happened while we were having our meal: a family with a child seated in a high chair had ordered the barbecue. We heard a scream all of sudden. The girl had put the hands over the hot grill! So one important piece of advice: make sure you keep an eye on children if you come here with your family.

Food is so so. Expensive. 6 pieces of Picanha for R$120. Bim…read morebim bap R$34. Owner, the lady was disinterested and the man was simply rude (Korean owner) - Perhaps they think I am Korean as I have an oriental face. They probably think negatively of me thinking I am a Korean refusing to speak Korean with them. I will not return. If one is selling BBQ in Brazil, you have to be original as the local standard, which is Brazillian BBQ (churrascaria) is pretty high. I was with my friend, a compatriot that has been living in Brazil for 50 years, He was not impressed either. If you receive good treatment from the restaurant owner, good on you. As for me, I will not return.

This is a fantastic izakaya in Brazil. The food is amazing and the service is excellent!read more

Nice atmosphere, great food. Expensive for this area of São Paulo. Go for the ribs or the menu at…read morethe sitting bar.

Great burgers. Great service. Fun decor. A bit pricey. Menu is a little confusing and should be…read moresimplified, as it is overwhelming. Beer and burger suggested pairings are fun.

American themed burger joint featuring famous burgers from across the USA. Their shakes are ok, and…read morethey have legit American beers i.e. Ballast Point Sculpin. Can't imagine there being a better burger joint in Sao Paulo.