This review was pre-COVID (Nov/2020)…read more This was the best experience I've ever had eating sushi. Omakase is an experience in itself but Jun makes it remarkable. I've been to Michelin restaurants before and I have never talked to the head chef as much as I did when dinning at his restaurant. He is extremely friendly, personable and funny - and obviously very knowledgeable about what he does. Also, please keep in mind this is a Michelin restaurant. Jun has worked his a** off and made his name for a reason. Quality comes with a price. Excellence comes with an even higher price. Remember you're paying for all that. I will definitely come back not only for the food - we knew that would be amazing - but Jun makes it an experience you won't forget. Parabéns Jun!

Harsh reviews here on yelp. Outstanding sushi here, with some being world class. Wish the had wine…read moreby the glass though... prices are similar what you'd expect in the US though

This is the best sushi restaurant that must exist outside of Japan. In a word, tonight's meal was…read moresimply sublime. This neighborhood spot in Vila Madalena doesn't look like much from the outside, and its modest interior also might not suggest the amazing fish that awaits, but let it be known, Tanuki is the best I've ever had. We saddled up to the sushi bar while 4 expert sushi makers handled each fish with delicate care; I loved getting a front row seat to the beautiful display of filets. We ordered sake, miso soups (drink it from the bowl, not with a spoon), and the Combinado de Sushi e Sashimi Individual platter (despite having no idea what fish would arrive, we found the order to be spot on). 18 pieces came out of which 10 were sashimi (mixed between salmon, tuna and another fish), 4 nigiri (salmon, tuna and a white fish), and 4 uramaki (salmon on the inside and rice on the outside with sesame seeds). After our eyes rolled back into our skulls (from being so blown away by the first bite), we added another 8 uramaki rolls (tuna) to the order. If you're looking for something safe, you should just copy our order and if you don't speak Portuguese, ask for the English menu! The fish was so freaking fresh it didn't have that fishy taste you often associate with, well, fish. It was tremendous. I also don't typically like salmon and I managed to scarf down every piece that was presented to me... and then want more. Other things to note: this place is small so might not be best for a large group (or perhaps call ahead) and we arrived without reservations and were easily able to grab 2 seats at the bar around 8:30pm. As for the meal, Jiro, you have your work cut out for you!

Authentic and with good deals for lunch, plus it is in a less chaotic part of Vila Madalenaread more

Maybe the best Korean restaurant I have been in the World…read more The place, with young modern vibes, is simple, in a dodgy, off the beaten track area, but people behind the counters are extraordinary and know what they are doing. From the cocktails to the desserts, everything we tasted was just amazing. Service is attentive and super helpful. From a small menu,Traditional Korean dishes are prepared with little twists that give crunchiness and enhance the flavors. Portions are satisfying and beautifully presented. If you like Korean food, this is a must go in Sao Paulo.

4.6 | this was my first Michelin Star experience and it was fantastic. we ordered the special five…read morecourse to share among four, and then the japchae and the dolsot bibimbap. It was an incredible experience. there wasn't a bad dish at all. the star for me was the sesame dessert, the pork belly, and the kalbi. I am floored by their ability to hold to traditional Korean dish elements, like the banchan, and the essence and flavours, but still being such a refreshing and unique approach to the dishes. the pork belly almost knocked me out of my chair. the intensity of the flavour, coupled with the tenderness was just magical. I appreciated the kimchi rice and egg because the egg added such a soft and delicate balance to the meal without being over powering or tasting like egg. such a big fan of the desserts, both were so different. we got the sesame and the merengue. it was a beautiful balance of flavours. I would say the sesame took the cake [pun intended], because the flavours were so perfectly balanced. not too sweet, not too savory, just a nice expression of the sesame through intentional flavours. their drinks were also quite delightful. the "only and" was my favourite. this spot is listed on many "must" lists in São Paulo, and of course just very pleased to be visiting these incredibly awarded Michelin star restaurants while here. one a day for five days straight, so I'll keep sharing as we visit more.

The food is really good, some might not like as much since they didn't adapt the flavors for others…read morepalate but Koreans. You can eat really good food with the same flavors and textures you would find in Korea. The service is great, they are extremely welcoming and friendly. They have this new asian style ambiance, a mix with the old classic with the minimalist new. If you are around Liberdade neighborhood in São Paulo, give it a try!

Was a bit of a wait but worth it. We had the Korean BBQ. We got the file and Duck and the food was…read moreexceptional. My only complaint was that it could have been spicer We loved the accompaniments, especially the Kimchi. I will definitely come back.

An Izakaya is first and foremost a neighborhood bar that serves drinks and bar food. This place did…read morea great job making me feel welcome, offering me a menu in English as we greeted. There were certainly plenty of Japanese speaking customers mixed in with Portuguese. And I, the odd tourist, felt right at home. The bamboo shoot and shitake mushroom appetizers were delectable. The chicken broth ramen was insipid. The Gyukatsu Kare (breaded fried beef with curry sauce over rice) was better, but not the ultra crispy panko planks I've had in some places. Maybe it was because I ordered it at the end of the night. The Brazilian brewed cold sake was really good. Could hardly tell the difference from Japanese sake. But, the highlight of the dinner of Sanma Shio--grilled pike mackerel with sea salt. Inexpensive for Sanma, uber fresh, grilled crispy so that you could crunch up the head and tail! The service was prompt, efficient and very warm. Even the owner came by to chat several times. Arigato gozaimasu! Obrigado! Thank you.

It's not bad... We went here at night and to be totally honest we didn't feel that great about the…read morerelative safety of the neighborhood we were in. It felt a bit sketchy. Something to keep in mind if you're considering going here and you're a visitor. Other than that, the food is pretty standard izakaya fare- not that much of a Brazilian influence from what we could tell. And we're very familiar with the genre (tons of these in the NYC) so we knew what to expect. The food is pretty tasty and the service was pretty good. The restaurant kinda feels like you walked into someone's kitchen which is pretty interesting. But overall we've actually had much better Japanese food. So there's that. But not a bad option if you're looking for something completely different in São Paulo.

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.

One of the best food experiences I've ever had! Amazing is not enough! Just love the menu tasting…read morethat I had there. They are very meticulous with the quality of the food and the menu is always done at the day because they buy what's is fresh and available, so they guarantee that is always the best! We got a special and unique table on the top and the course fit with the best collection of sakês. Service is great as well. One con is that it's very expensive, but worth In every way!

The elevator ride up to Skye is the start of the experience, and an unusual one at that. However,…read morethe restaurant is lovely, with great views of the city from a less-built-up vantage point near Ibirapuera Park. Service is elegant and understated. Although I didn't rely on anyone speaking English, more staff were able to speak English here than any other spot we visited in SP. In a city not overrun with American tourists, I did manage to hear some of my fellow countrymen here. We visited twice and both times had the hummus, which was a delightful twist on the original, heavy on lemon (the yellow kind) and turmeric (maybe?). Also had the arancini both times and they arrived piping hot in a delicious red sauce. Second visit we tried the sushi and sashimi platter - despite my reluctance to eat sushi when not in view of the ocean - and it was delicious. We shared everything we ordered, including trying some truly outstanding craft cocktails. Perhaps I am sticker shocked from living in NYC area, but we couldn't believe how affordable it was, and would recommend this spot without reservation.

When they tell you it's an hour wait don't believe them, they are pathological liars. An hour = 2…read morehours. Don't come here if you're hungry.