Bar da Dona OnçaBar da Dona Onça

Ideally situated in the historic heart of São Paulo — more precisely, on the ground floor of the Edifício Copan, an iconic wave-shaped skyscraper designed by the celebrated Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer — this is a buzzing, unpretentious, and enormously popular restaurant; so much so that queuing at the door for a table is entirely the norm. The culinary concept, under the direction of chef Janaína Torres (recognised as one of the most important and influential chefs in the world), celebrates the flavours of Brazil's interior through a wonderfully broad menu spanning all manner of dishes — sharing starters, stews, pasta, fish, and meat — all rooted in traditional taste and artisanal preparation. One dish that never disappoints is the succulent picadinho, a classic Brazilian beef hash served with rice, a fried egg, a crispy pastel filled with meat, and banana tartare. The bar, which is almost always packed, turns out delicious and refreshing cocktails! Image Credit: Michelin Restaurants Source: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/sao-paulo-region/sao-paulo/restaurant/bar-da-dona-onca Price: A moderate spend