Tourist Guide Book for Sampa (São Paulo)
Food Scene
Bar/Restaurant in the same block of the apartment, trendy with big windows/doors. Brings a hipster looking nice crowd for a Friday/Saturday night hangout
34 persone del luogo consigliano
São Cristóvão Bar e Restaurante
370 R. PurpurinaBar/Restaurant in the same block of the apartment, trendy with big windows/doors. Brings a hipster looking nice crowd for a Friday/Saturday night hangout
2 blocks away from the apartment! 24 hours!!!!! Fine bakery serves breakfast, varied buffet, soups & handmade sandwiches made of specialty breads.
68 persone del luogo consigliano
Villa Grano
500 R. Wisard2 blocks away from the apartment! 24 hours!!!!! Fine bakery serves breakfast, varied buffet, soups & handmade sandwiches made of specialty breads.
(COFFE LAB!!!)
2 blocks from the apartment!
Best coffee shop in town (since 2011 voted the best coffee of Sāo Paulo)!
Casual cafe, serving special roasts, blends & tasting menu, also coffee barrista courses.
74 persone del luogo consigliano
Coffeeshop Club
599 R. Fradique Coutinho(COFFE LAB!!!)
2 blocks from the apartment!
Best coffee shop in town (since 2011 voted the best coffee of Sāo Paulo)!
Casual cafe, serving special roasts, blends & tasting menu, also coffee barrista courses.
Artisanal American-style burgers, plus appetizers & beer in a cozy & laid-back setting.
11 persone del luogo consigliano
Raw Burger N Bar
176 R. AspicueltaArtisanal American-style burgers, plus appetizers & beer in a cozy & laid-back setting.
An array of flavors in a Tuscany-like setting, with pizza-making classes & wine tastings.
Phone: +55 11 3032-5544
7PM–12AM
12 persone del luogo consigliano
Oficina de Pizzas
507/517 R. PurpurinaAn array of flavors in a Tuscany-like setting, with pizza-making classes & wine tastings.
Phone: +55 11 3032-5544
7PM–12AM
Italian-style gelateria serving international flavors in a trendy setting.
140 persone del luogo consigliano
Bacio di Latte
136 R. Oscar FreireItalian-style gelateria serving international flavors in a trendy setting.
Pé de Manga
152 R. ArapiracaRomantic setting for a date night
Eataly
1489 Avenida Presidente Juscelino KubitschekEataly - Italian food hall and market
One of the top japanese restaurants in Sao Paulo (very pricey $$$)
16 persone del luogo consigliano
Ohka Japanese Cuisine
105 R. Prof. Carlos de CarvalhoOne of the top japanese restaurants in Sao Paulo (very pricey $$$)
Le Pain Quotidien
138 R. WisardWorld famous french coffee/bakery franchise
Japanese delicacies served on a traditional counter in varied portions, with many types of sake.
7 persone del luogo consigliano
Minato Izakaya
1308 R. dos PinheirosJapanese delicacies served on a traditional counter in varied portions, with many types of sake.
Dedo de la Chica
32 R. FidalgaMexican restaurant, better than famous texmex chains
An award-winning pizzeria chain with appetizers, a wine list & classic toppings in a cozy setting.
201 persone del luogo consigliano
Bráz Pizzaria
271 R. VupabussuAn award-winning pizzeria chain with appetizers, a wine list & classic toppings in a cozy setting.
Known as the Rio corner of São Paulo, this spot has draft beer, happy hour & an award-winning menu.
64 persone del luogo consigliano
Pirajá
64 Av. Brg. Faria LimaKnown as the Rio corner of São Paulo, this spot has draft beer, happy hour & an award-winning menu.
Tapas, codfish, desserts & 250 wines from Portugal & Spain, in a rustic, trendy gastrobar. (sibling restaurant a block away called Taberna 474 has the same vibes and quality)
13 persone del luogo consigliano
Santiago Restaurant
1072 R. Sampaio VidalTapas, codfish, desserts & 250 wines from Portugal & Spain, in a rustic, trendy gastrobar. (sibling restaurant a block away called Taberna 474 has the same vibes and quality)
Menu of varied French food served in a restaurant with jazz music & a Parisian-bistro atmosphere.
148 persone del luogo consigliano
Le Jazz Brasserie
254 R. dos PinheirosMenu of varied French food served in a restaurant with jazz music & a Parisian-bistro atmosphere.
Airy warehouse-style setting for coffee, pastries & brunch, plus veggie-focused plates & dinner.
39 persone del luogo consigliano
Futuro Refeitório
808 R. Cônego Eugênio LeiteAiry warehouse-style setting for coffee, pastries & brunch, plus veggie-focused plates & dinner.
An award winning contemporary eatery serving pan-Asian cuisine, including spicy hot noodle soups.
21 persone del luogo consigliano
Tan Tan
153 R. Fradique CoutinhoAn award winning contemporary eatery serving pan-Asian cuisine, including spicy hot noodle soups.
Elegant, laid-back Italian gourmet restaurant serving various dishes created by an inventive chef.
34 persone del luogo consigliano
Nino Cucina
30 R. Jerônimo da VeigaElegant, laid-back Italian gourmet restaurant serving various dishes created by an inventive chef.
Artfully plated pasta dishes & classic Italian desserts served in a bright, airy dining room.
21 persone del luogo consigliano
Modern Mamma Osteria
160 R. Manuel GuedesArtfully plated pasta dishes & classic Italian desserts served in a bright, airy dining room.
Italian restaurant known for its fresh pasta, in a contemporary & cozy setting.
41 persone del luogo consigliano
Due Cuochi Cucina
93 R. Manuel GuedesItalian restaurant known for its fresh pasta, in a contemporary & cozy setting.
An Italian-Mediterranean restaurant with modern, classic & fun décor, plus a quiet terrace.
Salvattore
131 R. Salvador CardosoAn Italian-Mediterranean restaurant with modern, classic & fun décor, plus a quiet terrace.
Industrial-chic steakhouse providing dry-aged meats in a roomy dining space with outdoor seating.
6 persone del luogo consigliano
Quintal deBetti
11 R. CuruminsIndustrial-chic steakhouse providing dry-aged meats in a roomy dining space with outdoor seating.
Upscale eatery with a covered terrace serves grilled meats & seafood under a giant century-old tree.
95 persone del luogo consigliano
Figueira Rubaiyat
1738 Rua Haddock LoboUpscale eatery with a covered terrace serves grilled meats & seafood under a giant century-old tree.
Contemporary & innovative cuisine in a cozy, charming bistro restaurant.
44 persone del luogo consigliano
Le Jazz
734 R. Dr. Melo AlvesContemporary & innovative cuisine in a cozy, charming bistro restaurant.
Industrial-chic restaurant offering a fusion of Portuguese & Japanese dishes, plus cocktails.
OGURU Sushi & Bar - Jardins
38 Rua Rio PretoIndustrial-chic restaurant offering a fusion of Portuguese & Japanese dishes, plus cocktails.
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat ("Rodizio") meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
47 persone del luogo consigliano
Fogo de Chão Jardins
2077 R. AugustaUpscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat ("Rodizio") meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Local, agroecological, poison-free, non-transgenic food. VEGAN FOOD to whom appreciate it!
Camelia Ododo Restaurante - Cafe & Bar Organico
Local, agroecological, poison-free, non-transgenic food. VEGAN FOOD to whom appreciate it!
Padoca Vegan
1275 Rua HarmoniaVEGAN bakery!
Offers carefully selected beans coming from different producing regions in Brazil. 6 different extraction methods... modern and pleasant environment serves as a great meeting point, both for leisure and for work
Cupping Café
171 R. WisardOffers carefully selected beans coming from different producing regions in Brazil. 6 different extraction methods... modern and pleasant environment serves as a great meeting point, both for leisure and for work
"some of the best Northeast Brazilian food in São Paulo or even Bahia/Pernambuco and a lovely Afrofuturist vibe" as reviewd by one of my guests!
Altar Cozinha Ancestral - São Paulo
"some of the best Northeast Brazilian food in São Paulo or even Bahia/Pernambuco and a lovely Afrofuturist vibe" as reviewd by one of my guests!
Pastifício (pasta factory)!
The pastas are the main star here... side dishes are also great, but the pasta… spectacular.
I highly recommend it but: make a reservation. Always full!
Shihoma Pasta Fresca
Pastifício (pasta factory)!
The pastas are the main star here... side dishes are also great, but the pasta… spectacular.
I highly recommend it but: make a reservation. Always full!
Imagine a good Japanese restaurant/bar to eat ramen in SP! Outside the popular Liberdade neighborhood, this restaurant is a different and cozy option. Menu that caters to both those who like hot options, such as ramen, and cold options, such as a well-executed futomaki.
9 persone del luogo consigliano
Hirá Ramen Izakaya
1240 R. Fradique CoutinhoImagine a good Japanese restaurant/bar to eat ramen in SP! Outside the popular Liberdade neighborhood, this restaurant is a different and cozy option. Menu that caters to both those who like hot options, such as ramen, and cold options, such as a well-executed futomaki.
Drinks & Nightlife
Dance music lovers should try D-Edge for dirty underground electronica and graphic, Tron-inspired décor.
94 persone del luogo consigliano
D-Edge
141 Av. Mário de AndradeDance music lovers should try D-Edge for dirty underground electronica and graphic, Tron-inspired décor.
A cozy, retro-modern bar known for its mixed drinks, cocktails, beer, snacks & gourmet sandwiches.
71 persone del luogo consigliano
Bar Astor
163 R. DelfinaA cozy, retro-modern bar known for its mixed drinks, cocktails, beer, snacks & gourmet sandwiches.
A classic corner bar where codfish fritters & croquettes are served in the midst of lively chatter.
28 persone del luogo consigliano
Boteco São Bento Vila Madalena
1060 R. Mourato CoelhoA classic corner bar where codfish fritters & croquettes are served in the midst of lively chatter.
A classic local nightspot with a diverse crowd, a variety of appetizers & cold beer
22 persone del luogo consigliano
Quitandinha Bar
242 R. FidalgaA classic local nightspot with a diverse crowd, a variety of appetizers & cold beer
A club with music, a terrace & a view that serves cocktails, champagne, cachaça & appetizers.
11 persone del luogo consigliano
Alto da Harmonia
271 Rua HarmoniaA club with music, a terrace & a view that serves cocktails, champagne, cachaça & appetizers.
Coffee, typical Brazilian dishes & appetizers in a laid-back setting with gardens & trees. At night one of the hottest spots in Sao Paulo from 7 pm to midnight
28 persone del luogo consigliano
Banana Café
198 R. Jerônimo da VeigaCoffee, typical Brazilian dishes & appetizers in a laid-back setting with gardens & trees. At night one of the hottest spots in Sao Paulo from 7 pm to midnight
Majestic
130 R. DelfinaNice small corner bar, great for happy hours...
O Pasquim Bar e Prosa
524 R. AspicueltaBig samba bar, nice saturday night parties
A good option if Sao Bento (located in the same crossing) is too packed, nice grilled meat and good cold draft beers
26 persone del luogo consigliano
Posto 6
644 R. AspicueltaA good option if Sao Bento (located in the same crossing) is too packed, nice grilled meat and good cold draft beers
High Line Bar
144 R. GirassolDeck, bar and nightclub, with an amazing rooftop
São Paulo Tap House
340 R. Girassolburgers and snacks with an ample draft beers menu
Bar with a cozy backyard, with tables under the trees and live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
Vila Seu Justino
77 Rua HarmoniaBar with a cozy backyard, with tables under the trees and live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
Bocca Nera
1160 R. Mourato CoelhoWine bar (Primeiro Rodízio de Vinhos do Mundo)
Lively, stylish, low-lit bar with a clubby vibe, known for mixed drinks, bar snacks & cool music.
8 persone del luogo consigliano
Guilhotina Bar
84 R. Costa CarvalhoLively, stylish, low-lit bar with a clubby vibe, known for mixed drinks, bar snacks & cool music.
A classic local nightspot with a diverse crowd (very crowded some times), a variety of appetizers & cold beer.
22 persone del luogo consigliano
Quitandinha Bar
242 R. FidalgaA classic local nightspot with a diverse crowd (very crowded some times), a variety of appetizers & cold beer.
Popular singles bar with large, airy lounge leading onto sidewalk area, serving appetizers & drinks.
69 persone del luogo consigliano
Vaca Véia
199 R. Manuel GuedesPopular singles bar with large, airy lounge leading onto sidewalk area, serving appetizers & drinks.
A classic pub serving traditional Portuguese seafood, meat dishes & wine. Great Friday and Saturday night spot (bar vibes with terrace) for singles!
10 persone del luogo consigliano
Bar Espírito Santo
634 Av. Horácio LaferA classic pub serving traditional Portuguese seafood, meat dishes & wine. Great Friday and Saturday night spot (bar vibes with terrace) for singles!
You can barely see the entrance from the street (Fachada = facade, and it changes every couple of months). Yet as you enter there is a cool setting, fun atmosphere with good inexpensive food and drinks, a DJ, and open until late night.
Fachada Bar
1394 Rua dos PinheirosYou can barely see the entrance from the street (Fachada = facade, and it changes every couple of months). Yet as you enter there is a cool setting, fun atmosphere with good inexpensive food and drinks, a DJ, and open until late night.
A Rio de Janeiro bar in São Paulo! Big windowns and nice draft beer, nice finger foods (try the "empadinha")
Boteco Belmonte
A Rio de Janeiro bar in São Paulo! Big windowns and nice draft beer, nice finger foods (try the "empadinha")
Arts & Culture
Instituto Brincante
412 R. PurpurinaSame block of the apartmet
Galeria Millan
1430 R. Fradique CoutinhoOne of the best art galleries in Sao Paulo
Modern art museum of Sao Paulo, always with a great art exhibitions to checkk
1600 persone del luogo consigliano
Museo d'arte di San Paolo
1578 Av. PaulistaModern art museum of Sao Paulo, always with a great art exhibitions to checkk
Sala Sao Paulo
16 Praça Júlio PrestesBest concert hall in Brazil
Beco do Batman
82-154 R. Medeiros de AlbuquerqueOpen Art Gallery in charming Alleyway
Street art gallery in Vila Madalena in São Paulo, next to Batman Alley.
6 persone del luogo consigliano
A7MA
250 R. Medeiros de AlbuquerqueStreet art gallery in Vila Madalena in São Paulo, next to Batman Alley.
Cultural center, with temporary exhibitions and cultural events, next to a commercial building which has futuristic features and is located on Avenida Faria Lima. The building was designed by Tomie Ohtake's son, Ruy Ohtake.
343 persone del luogo consigliano
Istituto Tomie Ohtake
88 Av. Brg. Faria LimaCultural center, with temporary exhibitions and cultural events, next to a commercial building which has futuristic features and is located on Avenida Faria Lima. The building was designed by Tomie Ohtake's son, Ruy Ohtake.
Sports museum with films, photographs & interactive exhibits documenting the history of football.
238 persone del luogo consigliano
Museo del calcio
s/n Praça Charles MilerSports museum with films, photographs & interactive exhibits documenting the history of football.
Shopping
OSKLEN
488/498 Rua Harmoniasurf menswear
Kasulo - Sapatos Sustentáveis
77 R. Ferreira de Araújosustainable shoes
Invest in one of Brazil's up-and-coming fashion talents – Fernanda Yamamoto – she was one of the first of the young-guard to open her boutique in the area.
Fernanda Yamamoto
441 R. AspicueltaInvest in one of Brazil's up-and-coming fashion talents – Fernanda Yamamoto – she was one of the first of the young-guard to open her boutique in the area.
Grown-up fashion for eco-savvy shoppers, the organic womenswear designs here are simple yet stylish.
Flavia Aranha | Store
224 R. AspicueltaGrown-up fashion for eco-savvy shoppers, the organic womenswear designs here are simple yet stylish.
Contemporary, urban and packed with details, this store is great for skinny jeans and checked shirts.
King55
190 R. Dr. Virgílio de Carvalho PintoContemporary, urban and packed with details, this store is great for skinny jeans and checked shirts.
Handmade shoes.
Trancoso, Bahia, late 90s. Paula Ferber opened her first store in Trancoso’s “Quadrado”, where customers were able to tailor-make their own sandals, allowing them real influence on the creative process, from color schemes and types of material used to decorative motifs, made to measure and handcrafted by the local shoemaker. At that time, Paula Ferber defined her style of creation and her unique visionary business model, as what we call today “Creative Economy”.
Paula Ferber
288 R. AspicueltaHandmade shoes.
Trancoso, Bahia, late 90s. Paula Ferber opened her first store in Trancoso’s “Quadrado”, where customers were able to tailor-make their own sandals, allowing them real influence on the creative process, from color schemes and types of material used to decorative motifs, made to measure and handcrafted by the local shoemaker. At that time, Paula Ferber defined her style of creation and her unique visionary business model, as what we call today “Creative Economy”.
Classic upscale Mall in the main avenue to São Paulo, several foreign and local high-end brands and good eating options as well.
297 persone del luogo consigliano
Shopping Iguatemi
2232 Av. Brg. Faria LimaClassic upscale Mall in the main avenue to São Paulo, several foreign and local high-end brands and good eating options as well.
Sophisticated mall with well-known high-end retailers, a variety of restaurants & a movie theater.
366 persone del luogo consigliano
Centro commerciale JK Iguatemi
2041 Avenida Presidente Juscelino KubitschekSophisticated mall with well-known high-end retailers, a variety of restaurants & a movie theater.
Shopping mall with gardens & natural light featuring high-end stores, restaurants & a movie theater.
89 persone del luogo consigliano
Cidade Jardim
12.000 Av. Magalhães de CastroShopping mall with gardens & natural light featuring high-end stores, restaurants & a movie theater.
Essentials
Barbershop July 9 - Vila Madalena
382 R. Wisardold school stylish barber shop in front of the apartment
Lavanderia Dryclean - Fidalga
583 Rua FidalgaClosest laundry to the apartment with discount to guests
Ouro Claro Supermercados
391 Rua PurpurinaMini-market in front of the apartment (not always available)
Close by (1,5 block away) discount market, everything from groceries to drinks, drugstore (mostly with their own products brand "O Dia") and other top brands...
DIA Supermercado
Close by (1,5 block away) discount market, everything from groceries to drinks, drugstore (mostly with their own products brand "O Dia") and other top brands...
All in one place, 2 blocks away from the apartment: hortifruti, butcher, bakery, cold cuts & dairy, grocery store, fish and winery
31 persone del luogo consigliano
Pomar da Vila
1458 R. Mourato CoelhoAll in one place, 2 blocks away from the apartment: hortifruti, butcher, bakery, cold cuts & dairy, grocery store, fish and winery
Drogaria São Paulo
Closest drug store
Drogasil
2nd closest drug store
Entertainment & Activities
Studio Yoga Iyengar
1589 R. Fradique CoutinhoYoga studio
Martial Arts Club
500 R. dos MacunisCrossFit and Martial Arts center close to the apartment
This is an area around one of the most scenic spots in the city of São Paulo: O Beco do Batman (the Batman Alley). But it goes much further.
It is a circuit of 60 thousand square meters with galleries, cultural centers, workshops and shops with handcrafts such as the Queijaria and the studio of the designer Carlos Motta. At weekends, one of the streets (Medeiros de Albuquerque) is closed for cultural activities like live music.
Parque da Vila Madalena
Rua Medeiros de AlbuquerqueThis is an area around one of the most scenic spots in the city of São Paulo: O Beco do Batman (the Batman Alley). But it goes much further.
It is a circuit of 60 thousand square meters with galleries, cultural centers, workshops and shops with handcrafts such as the Queijaria and the studio of the designer Carlos Motta. At weekends, one of the streets (Medeiros de Albuquerque) is closed for cultural activities like live music.
Art films from autoral directors, has 2 sofas in the 2 front lines
97 persone del luogo consigliano
Cinesala
361 R. Fradique CoutinhoArt films from autoral directors, has 2 sofas in the 2 front lines
Iron Brick Fitness
CrossFit a block away
Getting Around
Closest Bus stop to the apartment
Buses
138
701A-10
846M-10
847P-10
847P-42
N834-11
For more info refer to:
emtu.sp.gov.br
sptrans.com.br
R. Purpurina, 337
337 Rua PurpurinaClosest Bus stop to the apartment
Buses
138
701A-10
846M-10
847P-10
847P-42
N834-11
For more info refer to:
emtu.sp.gov.br
sptrans.com.br
Closest subway / metro station to the apartment.
Beginning/End of green line
For more info please refer to:
metro.sp.gov.br
189 persone del luogo consigliano
Vila Madalena station
010 R. Dr. Paulo VieiraClosest subway / metro station to the apartment.
Beginning/End of green line
For more info please refer to:
metro.sp.gov.br
Faria Lima station
Close by subway