Where to eat for free on your birthday? 25 places that offer complimentary treats to birthday celebrants!

Inspired by New York, Akkan is a casual Japanese restaurant whose signature dish is the grab hand roll, a type of open temaki. Chef Fábio Shinagava is responsible for the menu, which offers affordable prices without compromising on the quality of ingredients.

🎁 Spoon Brigadeiro

At the restaurant led by chef Giovanna Grossi, customers who visit to celebrate their birthday receive a delicious cake to sing “Happy Birthday.” However, it is recommended to make a reservation and mention the special occasion.

🎁 Cake with a birthday candle

One of the best pizzerias in the world according to the latest 50 Top Pizza, it encapsulates Italian culture in every detail.

🎁 House pistachio cannoli

The establishment pays homage to the Carnation Revolution, which marked the end of the Salazar dictatorship in Portugal. Among the signature drinks created by bartender Stephanie Marinkovic is the Chega de Saudade, made with rum, vanilla vodka, toasted pineapple, lemongrass, sugar, and lemon.

🎁 A drink or dessert of your choice

The location in Pinheiros is a versatile spot that combines great cocktails, live music, and weekend parties. In other words, a great option for celebrating your birthday with friends.

🎁 Two VIP passes and table reservations; and the perks increase with the number of guests. For example, with 10 guests, you get 1 drink; 20 guests, 2 drinks; 40 guests, you’re entitled to a bottle of Chandon; and at 80 guests, you’re entitled to a bottle of Beefeater Gin and 4 tonics.

Chef Marco Espinoza’s award-winning restaurant Cantón offersmodern and authentic Chifa cuisine (a fusion of Peruvian and Chinese cuisine).

🎁 Truffle chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate sauce

The restaurant is a true ambassador of Tapajonic cuisine. There, chef Saulo Jennings follows tradition and highlights Amazonian ingredients.

🎁 Cake filled with Brazil nut brigadeiro and topped with cupuaçu jelly and dried nuts

Created by Argentine steak expert Fernando Ludgero, the restaurant evokes Buenos Aires. Icons from our neighboring country adorn the walls, and most of the items come from there.

🎁 During your birthday month, customers receive a milk pudding with dulce de leche and whipped cream

This multicultural spot, a favorite among São Paulo locals, draws inspiration from the world of cinema and hosts various events and parties with DJs in the basement. Additionally, birthday celebrants can bring in cakes from outside the restaurant ( a practice banned at many establishments).

🎁 Daiquiri (a drink made with rum, lime, and sugar syrup)

The menu features vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options. In other words, it’s a restaurant that prioritizes healthy eating, as evident from its name: the initials D.I.F.Y. stand for “Do It For You.”

🎁 In the month of your birthday, treat yourself to a glass of sparkling wine

Great for bringing the whole family and friends, this spot in the South Zone specializes in barbecue.

🎁 A drink from the menu

The bar, hidden behind a charming flower shop, features a delicious menu of Franco-Brazilian appetizers and an extensive drink list.

🎁 A dessert: apple crumble with vanilla ice cream or profiteroles filled with hazelnut gelato and chocolate sauce

The restaurant offers a selection of paninis, made with imported bread, ciabatta, or pizza dough. In addition, fans of Italian cuisine can also enjoy other options such as pasta, pizza, salads, and much more.

🎁 A dessert from the menu, for example, tiramisu

The restaurant’s DNA keeps the city’s tradition alive: typical São Paulo cuisine with a special focus on the pasta and sauces brought by Italian immigrants.

🎁 Iced coconut cake

If you like secret bars and want to celebrate your birthday in a futuristic setting, you can choose Infini without hesitation. “Hidden” in the back of La Casserole, the bar boasts an impeccable cocktail menu.

🎁 The birthday person’s first drink is on the house, valid for reservations of two or more people

One of the capital’s hottest pizzerias, La Braciera offers an unmissable treat for those celebrating their birthdays this month! But take note: you must reserve a table in advance for at least five people.

🎁 A Nutella, Lindt, and Brownie pizza

With 20 years of tradition, the restaurant has become a go-to spot when it comes to burgers in São Paulo.

🎁 During your birthday month, they offer the Bolo da Bisa: a chocolate cake with layers of brigadeiro and hot chocolate sauce

In the heart of Itaim, the restaurant celebrates mastery in the art of grilling. After all, here, meats, seafood, and vegetables are always prepared over charcoal.

🎁 Dulce de leche crème brûlée

Combining hospitality, gastronomy, and sentimental memories. This is the concept behind the Italian restaurant that spans three floors, each with a unique ambiance. The highlight is the fresh pasta made in-house using flour imported from Italy.

🎁 Merengada

If you’re enjoying our list of places to eat for free on your birthday, here’s another tip: Chef Olivia Maita’s pizzeria. It’s a must-visit spot for fans of artisanal pizzas and even offers a complimentary dessert to the birthday celebrant.

🎁 Brownie with semi-sweet chocolate sauce and a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream topped with chestnut praline

The famous steakhouse chain has over 152 locations throughout Brazil and is a classic choice for celebrations. So, if you want to know where to eat for free on your birthday, you’re also entitled to a complimentary meal here. 

🎁 A complimentary dessert: a waffle cone filled with plenty of chocolate sauce and topped with chocolate shavings, served with vanilla ice cream

There’s nothing like celebrating another milestone at the city’s most charming bistro, right? Founded in 2006 by chef Isaac Azar, the restaurant has become a classic.

🎁 Grand Gateau Classique

The gastropub combines a bar and restaurant, with one of its partners being MasterChef Brazil judge and chef Henrique Fogaça. The laid-back spot is ideal for those who want to celebrate a birthday with happy hour or a snack with friends, offeringburgers, tasty appetizers, and signature drinks.

🎁 Guaranteed reservation and complimentary house dessert. Benefits increase based on the number of guests. For example: for groups of 10 or more, you get a guaranteed reservation, a complimentary dessert, and a personalized invitation; for groups of 20 or more, you get a guaranteed reservation, a complimentary dessert, a personalized invitation, and a 1-kilo cake; for groups of 35 or more, you get all the previous benefits plus access to a private room with a pool table

One of the country’s most famous restaurant chains also offers gifts for birthday celebrants in São Paulo. It’s your chance to celebrate with discounts, delicious dishes, and plenty of shrimp!

🎁 During your birthday month, receive a complimentary R$ 100 credit with a minimum spend of R$ 600 at tables of 8 or more people OR during your birthday week, enjoy a 50% discount on Coco Bambu pies

Another option to celebrate your birthday and receive complimentary treats is the hamburger chain, with dozens of locations in São Paulo. But be aware: to take advantage of this, you must download the Grupo Madero app and register at least one week in advance.

🎁 R$ 30 cashback, which will be available in your account from 6 days before to 6 days after your birthday