We’re always on the lookout for what São Paulo residents are looking for and it seems that many want to know where to eat octopus in SP.Since octopus seems to be the delicacy of the moment here in the city, we decided to put together a list of five of our favorite restaurants in São Paulo with octopus on the menu.
And there are options to enjoy the most varied types of preparation – from carpaccio to grilled octopus . So, check out our suggestions of where to eat octopus in SP.
Braca Bar
Inspired by the flavors of Rio’s botecagem, Braca’s menu includes a delicious octopus vinaigrette, shrimp and squid starters and the popular seafood arroz caldoso. The tip here is to order the house draft beer to go with it.
📍Rua Doutor Renato Paes de Barros, 908 – Itaim Bibi
KISŪ Japanese Cuisine
Chef Rodolfo Yusa (former judge on the Colombian Masterchef Celebrity) offers super different octopus options. This is the case with octopus carpaccio, as a starter, and octopus in tarê with yam aligot .
📍 Rua Doutor Melo Alves 506 – Jardins
Belô Restaurant
If Braca comes from Rio, Belô represents Minas Gerais with triumph! They say that “Minas doesn’t have a sea, it has a bar!”, but the restaurant offers a mouth-watering Octopus and Pork Bao.
📍 Rua Padre João Manoel, 881 – Jardim Paulista
Rumor
The rib rice with octopus will make you believe that octopus and ribs were born for each other. The bar and restaurant is perfect for all occasions, from lunch to dinner, accompanied by good drinks.
📍 Rua Pedroso Alvarenga, 1135 – Itaim Bibi
O Carrasco
Hidden above the Guilhotina bar, this speakeasy ‘s kitchen turns out good dishes, such as Octopus & Tzatziki and Octopus & Fregola– you just have to choose and enjoy the delicacy.
📍 Rua Costa Carvalho, 84 – Pinheiros
Lolla Meets Fire
Grilled octopus with seafood and grilled lettuce. Yes, because at Lolla everything goes into the fire! In addition to the cuisine, the restaurant offers a super Instagrammable space with swings and neon.
📍 Rua Manuel Guedes, 545 – Itaim Bibi
Ella|Fitz
The charcoal-grilled octopus, served with potatoes, noisette and romesco, is the right choice for those looking to eat the sea ingredient without too much fuss. If you want to invest in a basic dish that is at least delicious, visit this Mediterranean restaurant.
📍 R. dos Pinheiros, 332 – Pinheiros
Pappagallo Cucina
The restaurant is located in a listed house with a super romantic Romeo and Juliet vibe. Here, you have to try the grilled octopus with amatriciana rice and smoked aioli.
📍 Alameda Jaú, 1372 – Jardins
Nonna Rosa
Classic Italian recipes, but with an author ‘s touch by chef Gabriel Marques. In this way, the ‘Carpaccio di Polpo’ and the ‘Linguini Terra e Mare‘ have established themselves as great requests at the house.
📍Rua Padre João Manuel, 950 – Jardim Paulista
La Maddalena Osteria
The charming Italian osteria in Pinheiros prioritizes ingredients from small producers. Specializing in fresh pasta, the restaurant offers excellent seafood options. For octopus lovers, the highlight is the Cala Portesi, which combines black linguini with prawns, octopus, squid and gremolata.
📍Rua Ferreira de Araújo, 285 – Pinheiros
Aby
New to Jardim Europa, this contemporary cuisine restaurant also offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere. With a menu designed by chef Anna Albuquerque, using ingredients from the north and south of Brazil, the restaurant has options for octopus lovers. For example, the Polvo à Lagareiro – octopus roasted in olive oil and garlic, served with potatoes and spinach.
📍Avenida Nove de Julho, 4984 – Jardim Europa
If you enjoyed the list, check out our visit to each of the restaurants: