Folha Names São Paulo’s Best Restaurants and Bars for 2026
Folha handed out its 2026 São Paulo dining awards on Monday: 43 winners chosen by a jury of 45, and 20 more chosen by the city in a Datafolha survey. The post Folha Names São Paulo’s Best Restaurants and Bars for 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times .
Forty-three restaurants and bars were honored as the best in São Paulo for 2026, chosen by two separate methods. A group of 45 journalists and content producers selected 43 winners, while Datafolha surveyed São Paulo residents and identified 20 more. The ceremony took place on Monday 17 August at Sala São Paulo. This is the fifteenth edition of the guide, showcasing the city's diverse dining scene.
The first prize, awarded to Tordesilhas, a restaurant led by chef Mara Salles, highlights the prominence of Brazilian cuisine in São Paulo. Bar do Luiz Fernandes also emerged victorious in three Datafolha categories, including best boteco (neighborhood bar with food), best bar to eat at, and best beer list. Botecos, which serve both food and drinks, are a quintessential part of São Paulo's dining culture.
The award-winning establishments emphasize the city's rich gastronomic landscape, with no single consensus for the best restaurant, reflecting the varied opinions among the trade and the public.
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