The bakery is about to become one of São Paulo’s great passions. Whether it’s for breakfast or to order a cup of coffee to cheer you up during the day, bakeries are almost sacred places in São Paulo. Today, there are still a few left that are responsible for this tradition in the city. So here are some of the oldest bakeries in São Paulo:
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Santa Tereza
First of all, the oldest bakery in São Paulo is Santa Tereza. Founded in 1872, it still stands today in the capital and is also the oldest bakery in Brazil still in business.
📍 Praça Dr. João Mendes, 150 – Historic Center
Italianinha Bakery
Founded in 1896, the current Italianinha was named Lucania after the region of Basilicata in Italy. It is one of the oldest bakeries in São Paulo still in operation, remaining true to its origins to this day.
📍 Rua Rui Barbosa, 121 – Bela Vista
14 de Julho Bakery
The bakery was founded on July 14, 1897 by Rafaelli Franciulli, an Italian from Santa Maria di Castellabate. It still stands today at the same address in the Italian quarter.
📍 Rua Quatorze de Julho, 92 – Bixiga
Carillo Bakery
Located in one of the city’s most traditional neighborhoods, Carillo opened its doors in 1912 and is one of the oldest bakeries you can still visit in São Paulo. It’s a great choice for those who want to try the “bakery” classics, as it keeps the same Italian bread recipe as when it first opened.
📍 Rua Demétrio Ribeiro, 29 – Mooca
Basilicata
Next on this guide to the oldest bakeries in São Paulo is Padaria Basilicata. In business since 1914, it has become one of the strongholds of the Italian colony in Bixiga.
📍 Rua Treze de Maio, 596 – Bela Vista
Lisboa Bakery
Founded in 1913, Padaria Lisboa has maintained the family tradition and has been located in the same area ever since. It is now in its 4th generation.
📍 Silvio Romero Square, 112 – Tatuapé
São Domingos Bakery
Finally, another of São Paulo’s oldest bakeries is São Domingos, whose founder was the Calabrian Domenico Albanese. The establishment continues today under the direction of his descendants, bringing the same natural fermentation and artisan breads as the founder.
📍 Rua São Domingos, 330 – Bela Vista