{"id":16580,"date":"2014-05-29T10:47:15","date_gmt":"2014-05-29T17:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/?p=16580"},"modified":"2019-10-07T10:15:35","modified_gmt":"2019-10-07T17:15:35","slug":"where-to-eat-in-brazil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/where-to-eat-in-brazil\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaby&#8217;s Guide to Brazilian World Cup Eats"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The World Cup starts in just under three weeks and it&#8217;s time to get down to business. And that business involves food. Obviously.<\/h2>\n<p>After my #<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lan.com\/onlyinsouthamerica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">onlyinsouthamerica<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/salvador-brazil-part-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brazilian<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/salvador-brazil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">adventure<\/a> earlier this <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/rio-de-janeiro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">year<\/a>, I have a bunch of friends and readers who are going to be <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tam.com.br\/b2c\/vgn\/v\/index.jsp?vgnextoid=97981ed526b72210VgnVCM1000003752070aRCRD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">jetting<\/a> off to Brazil in just a few short weeks to watch an obscene amount of soccer and enjoy everything Brazil has to offer. And guess what&#8230;\u00a0they all want to know where to eat. (don&#8217;t remind me that I won&#8217;t actually be there for the games, I&#8217;m having a major FOMO moment)\u00a0I rounded up my favorite places to bring you a fun\u00a0map on Where to Eat in Brazil! I want to make sure everyone has\u00a0the most delicious\u00a0food and plenty of caipirinhas while in one of my favorite countries!<\/p>\n<p>So check out the map &#8211; and then read on below to find a handful of restaurants in each of the host cities!<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16650 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil.jpg\" alt=\"Where to eat in Brazil\" width=\"870\" height=\"889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil.jpg 870w, https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil-244x250.jpg 244w, https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil-117x120.jpg 117w, https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil-176x180.jpg 176w, https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil-262x268.jpg 262w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Manaus<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.restaurantebanzeiro.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Restaurante Banzeiro<\/a> &#8211; be sure to check out this hot spot in Manaus! The atmosphere is fun, casual and very family friendly. And the menu featured dishes inspired by their proximity to the Amazon. The fish dishes are not to be missed! Plus if you&#8217;re feeling adventurous&#8230; they serve fried ants. #justsayin<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Fortaleza<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/restaurantecocobambu.com.br\/cb-beira-mar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Coco Bambu Frutos do Mar<\/a> is rumored to have some of the best caipirinhas in town. Plus you can dine on their patio with a gorgeous ocean view.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g303293-d1989007-Reviews-Pirata_Bar-Fortaleza_State_of_Ceara.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bar do Pirata<\/a> is one of the best bars and clubs in Brazil. Plus\u00a0show is not to be missed!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Natal<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.camaroes.com.br\/en\/restaurante.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Camar\u00f5es Potiguar<\/a> is a fun, casual and super group friendly option! And their shrimp dishes are an absolute must!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g303518-d2345517-Reviews-Dolce_Vita-Natal_State_of_Rio_Grande_do_Norte.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dolce Vita<\/a> is another super cute bistro option. And if you&#8217;re into wine &#8211; this place has an extensive wine list!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Recife<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.spettusboaviagem.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spettus<\/a> is the place to go if you&#8217;re looking for Churrascaria (those epic giant meat skewers cooked over a BBQ!)<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Salvador<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/en.lavillabahia.com\/pousada-bahia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotel Villa Bahia<\/a> is home to perhaps my current most favorite restaurant in the world. You can&#8217;t go wrong with anything on their menu and the service is impeccable. But if I had to suggest something &#8211; make sure to order the Moqueca which is a traditional Brazilian stew that will have you begging for more. Plus there is an uber cute patio to sit on and enjoy a few caipirinhas<\/p>\n<p>Another wonderful option is <a href=\"http:\/\/www.casadetereza.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Casa Tereza<\/a>! It&#8217;s a super fun atmosphere with plenty of seating and a ton of traditional food to this region in Brazil.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Belo Horizonte<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rimadossabores.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rima dos Sabores<\/a> is known for their insane beer selection. If you&#8217;re even remotely interested in beer, this place is a bucket list for Brazil. They also are loaded with other traditional Brazilian dishes that you&#8217;ve got to try!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Rio<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cervejaaprazivel.com.br\/o-restaurante\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Restaurante Apraz\u00edvel<\/a> is another restaurant that is near and dear to my heart. It&#8217;s basically a giant tree house nestled in the hills of Rio. The views are out of this world and the food is too. It&#8217;s farmers market focused dining and the have some super inventive caipirinhas as well! (Can you tell I did my fair share of caipirinha taste testing for you guys! It was a tough job&#8230; but someone had to do it!)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/restaurantemira.com.br\/sobre-o-mira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mira! Restaurante<\/a> is the perfect place to go for lunch in Rio. It&#8217;s a posh little restaurant that serves lunch buffet style and it&#8217;s located inside of an art museum. So be sure to hit it up pre or post soccer games and enjoy their lunch!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.restaurantemaua.com.br\/#a-mais-nova-casa-do-grupo-pax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Maua Restaurante<\/a> is another insanely delicious option located in yet another art museum. It&#8217;s the perfect place to have a relaxed lunch atop on of the tallest buildings in the area and gaze out on Rio! And you should absolutely order the crab legs. They are out of this world!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>S\u00e3o Paulo<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mocoto.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mocot\u00f3<\/a> is another option for insanely delish caipirinhas. In fact, people say they have the best in the city! Mocot\u00f3 specializes in traditional Brazilian fare so let your server guide you through the menu for the best options!<\/p>\n<p>Right next to Mocot\u00f3 is their sister restaurant <a href=\"http:\/\/www.esquinamocoto.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Esquina Mocot\u00f3<\/a>. If you&#8217;re into burgers than this place should be at the top of your list!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Brasilia<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g303322-d1986872-Reviews-Mangai-Brasilia_Federal_District.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Restaurante Mangai<\/a> is a casual, friendly, buffet style restaurants that is a perfect post-game spot! Grab some of their meat, seafood and vegetables and go to town with some friends!<\/p>\n<p>Also &#8211; be sure to check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.villatevere.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Villa Tevere<\/a>\u00a0for some superb Italian fare!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Curtiba<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g303441-d4025729-Reviews-Sushi_Arte-Curitiba_State_of_Parana.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sushi Arte<\/a> is known for, you guessed it, sushi!!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Porto Alegre<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you&#8217;re in Porto Alegre and craving something a little bit chic, be sure to check out <a href=\"http:\/\/xavier260.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Xavier 260<\/a>. It&#8217;s a fine dining experience with traditional Catalan food! And make a reservation too &#8211; because it&#8217;s the hot spot in town!<\/p>\n<p>Word on the street is that <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g303546-d4452162-Reviews-Cachorro_Do_Rosario-Porto_Alegre_State_of_Rio_Grande_do_Sul.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cachorro do Rosario<\/a> has the best hot dogs in Porto Alegre!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Cuiab\u00e1<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mahalocozinhacriativa.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mahalo Cozinha Criativa<\/a> is known for their fish and pasta and for being a great experience.<\/p>\n<p>There you have it! Hope you enjoy Brazil and all the amazing food it has to offer!!<\/p>\n<p>Map graphic designed by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rawraffe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rina Khadivi<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The World Cup starts in just under three weeks and it&#8217;s time to get down to business. And that business involves food. Obviously. After my #onlyinsouthamerica Brazilian adventure earlier this year, I have a bunch of friends and readers who are going to be jetting off to Brazil in just a few short weeks to [&#8230;]<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/where-to-eat-in-brazil\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Gaby&#8217;s Guide to Brazilian World Cup Eats<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":16657,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":""},"categories":[8463,4565,17],"tags":[3901,3902,3903,3329,3569,3571,3899,3900],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/cdn.whatsgabycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Where-to-eat-in-Brazil1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16580"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16580"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16580\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":37582,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16580\/revisions\/37582"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16657"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16580"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16580"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dev.afterhoursagency.com\/wgc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16580"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}