The best restaurant in the world. Perfection in every plate and pairing. A complete experience,…read morecould not be improved in any way. Impeccable attention to detail and care taken at every step.

Following the trail blazed by D.O.M., TUJU by Chef Ivan Ralston pushes modern Brazilian Cuisine…read moreforward by not specifically showcasing local Ingredients, but reinterpreting the world through Brazilian eyes inside his Restaurant at Rua Fradique Coutinho 1248. Open since 2014, and recently the recipient of a second Michelin Star, it is after passing through a hushed hallway that guests find themselves inside Ralston's "kitchen theater," a staff fluent in English leading guests to polished wooden tables that extend back towards the bar and urban garden on the patio. A quiet and focused space in Vila Madalena, everything from TUJU's design to Cocktail list indicative of a Chef who has spent time researching both technique and his culture, guests visiting for the first time are encouraged to partake in Ivan's "Season Menu," the carte blanche taking into account allergies and dislike but otherwise consisting of thirteen courses served across two hours. Trained in the kitchens of Maní, RyuGin and Mugaritz, the latter identifiable in modernist spins on local Produce, it was while sipping on a strong drink of Gin and sweetened Acid that course one arrived, sliced and aerated Pumpkin forming the background for Peas and Citrus with herbs that carry over nicely to a "Taco" comprised of sweet Crab and shaved Corn wrapped in Nasturtium. Continuing light with translucent Shrimp swimming in vibrant Broth, its follow-up a comparison of local River Mussels to those from the Atlantic bathed in Manioc Root Juice, fans of Uni will be stunned by tender Tongues amidst a tangle of Leeks with Parsnip Cream while torched Cauliflower finds itself the centerpiece of a thick Sauce that tastes something like Mole mixed with Soy. Shifting back to Seafood, a tender Tentacle obtained through Chef Ralston's relationship with local fisherman accented in umami, one would be hard-pressed to name a more interesting *looking* dish than Arapaima Fish in Seaweed Pil Pil, the combination of snappy Flesh and Skin Crisps equally tantalizing alongside Artichokes and Bean Sprouts. Completing savories with grilled Tuna and two types of Palm plus unsweetened Açaí, a diversity of textures seeing the best bites those that incorporate a little of each into a single forkful, it is by way of Cheese that the palate is transitioned, the Blue and Parmesan-mimic particularly impressive, as too was housemade Bread and Butter plus the bright green Fruit described as a Fig. Not scaling back on sweets, Dessert number one perfuming stewed Berries with Mint in a makeshift Sundae, it was while Coffee dripped tableside that a tangy Yogurt Parfait dazzled, the Pour Over subsequently enjoyed with housemade Chocolates filled with everything from Dulce de Leche and Cashew Fruit to Garlic.

This restaurant is SERIOUSLY underrated. I stayed in brazil for 2 weeks on an international…read moreproject, and ate lunch here every day. Had it been left up to me, I might have had dinner there as well. The food is just AMAZING! I ordered the steak meal which comes in a wooden heated place. The steak is so delicious but its a big serving (4 of us and still left some!), the mandioca fries (aka yuca fries) are EVEN MORE DELICIOUS! Their bread is sooo good- i felt like a crack addict every time i asked for one. On another occasion, i got my own meal (grilled chicken/ rice/ mandioca fries) and it was another HIT! I dont know what it is- the meat is cooked to perfection, the mandioca fries are too good to put down! If you want good food, GO THERE!

Corner bar with some sidewalk seating, plus seating around first floor bar, with football usually…read moreplaying on the projection TV. Meat dishes will get you into the $$ range, but bar food will be less expensive. My beef short ribs were very good, and could have fed two people

FABULOUS!!! Super, excellent food with extraordinary service. Love the ambience and and the taste…read more Cheers to a pleasant experience.

One of São Paulo's greatest hidden, new treasures. A must if you're in the Itaim area around Av…read more Faria Lima. Entire menu is in both Portuguese and extremely accurate English.

Came here with a large group and this was the only restaurant with enough tables to seat all of us…read more We sat down and they brought us the English menus so that was helpful! I ordered the Picanha with mushrooms to share and it came with sides of onions, farofa, and rice. I love that the meat gets cooked on the grill to my liking... the only downside is that it can get pretty messy with the oil spatter everywhere! Nonetheless I fully enjoyed the meal and I was stuffed afterwards! Steak with onions is the perfect combo! Oh, and halfway during dinner a 4 person band came on and started singing covers to some pretty popular songs so that was nice!

Beautiful people. And hot spot this was busy the grill meat at the table top was fabulous. Is…read moreenjoy cooking our food at the table.

I stopped over Retiro do Cacador whilst visiting Vila Madalena. It's one of the very popular in…read moreBrazil buffet places where you pay for the weight of what's on your plate and you can choose between a wide variety of meats, fish, seafood, salads and sides ( when you look at it - you want to eat it ALL!!!). These places are very fast to get your food and this one also had Portuguese wine which I love so I was all a happy bunny. It was not very busy despite it being a lunch time and the price was reasonable.

My favorite japa restaurant in the area. I've been to their restaurants a few times but this is one…read moreof their new locations. It looks quite modern and bright and the staff is very helpful and accommodating. The fish tastes really good and it's super fresh - I love how everything was served at the right temperature, especially the tuna and salmon. The best way to go is to do the all-you-can-eat.. it's very different than the US and the quality is definitely there - It can be pricey though, especially if you order drinks, but it's all worth. Last, I highly recommend ordering the shimeji skillet, it's mushrooms that come in a really good sauce with lots of butter. Order as much as you want and they'll bring it to the table and don't forget to save room for "free" dessert - "Banana flambada with vanilla ice cream is the best.

The crema cafe and the chocolate panetone were delicious. The panetone is super soft and chocolatey…read moreand the cafe had a milkshake consistency with a dulce de leite taste.

Perfect setting for a date or a hangout with friends. Order the shitaki and the salmon with…read morepepper!! Another good deal is the pupunha spaghetti! Great choices and great place!