The number of people who prefer a vegetarian diet is growing. In a survey conducted by the Brazilian Vegetarian Society (SVB), vegetarianism supporters can exceed 40 million people in 2023, or 20% of the national population. On October 1st, the Day of Vegetarianism is celebrated, so we made a great selection of meatless dishes in the restaurants of São Paulo!
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Meat-free dishes in restaurants in São Paulo
Abaru by Priceless
There is no shortage of meatless options on the restaurant menu located on the rooftop of Shopping Light, overlooking the city center. Signed by the award-winning chef Onildo Rocha, the pastel stuffed with Canastra-pulp cheese and accompanied by caramelized onion and rapadura jam (R$ 45 – 4 units) and the Rubacão, one of the best sellers of the menu, gets its deserved vegetarian version with red rice, green bean, peddy cheese, nata do sertão, coton and egg caipira (R$ 69).
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End: R. Formosa, 157 – Historic Center Tel: (11) 2853-0373
The House of Pig
Led by chefs Janaína and Jefferson Rueda, The House of the Pig, voted the 4th best restaurant in Latin America by 50Best, created a special tasting menu for vegetarians. Dubbed “Of the ground we go out and back to it”, the tasting begins with watermelon, melon, sweet potato and cured pitaya, which reach the table along with the crunches of cassava with roasted coconut and polenta with patê de lentilha. The sandwiches are stuffed with, for example: beetroot, cashew with crispy onion and cauliflower sausage. In addition, the tartar is of chuchu and radish, and the barbecue, of cassava with smoked glace. Onion soup is served with mushrooms, and a smoked tofu is accompanied by what came from the garden as the main course.
End: Rua Araújo 124, Republic of Tel: (11) 3258-2578
Aizomê
At Aizomê Japan House, one of the most popular requests is Setto Vegetariano – a meal designed to encompass balanced elements, necessary for a good diet. It consists of grilled Tofu with mushrooms and vegetables, accompanied by gohan, misoshiru, green leafy salad, tsukemono and seasonal accompaniments (R$ 60). Certainly a great vegetarian Asian option!
End: Av. Paulista, 52 – 2nd floor – Bela Vista Reservas: (11) 2222-1176
Alameda Fernão Cardim, 39 – Jardim Paulista Reserves: (11) 2222-1176
Altar Ancestral Cooking
Led by the presenter, chef and owner Dona Carmem Virginia, the restaurant, which reveres the northeastern gastronomy and the orishas, has menu for all tastes such as: The Passion of Logun (R$ 42), boiled green corn in coconut milk, pasta (mix and seasonings) of mainha (as the chef is affectionately called) pepper, cashmelon and olive oil.vegetarian fruits of the vast menu.
End: Rua Medeiros Albuquerque, 270 – Vila Madalena Tel: 11 3034-4260
Amazo
The Peruvian food restaurant Amazo, which has in front of the chef Enrique Paredes, offers in its menu, three meatless dishes, among them the Rice Veggie (R$84), which takes sautéed rice with Eryngui vegetables and mushrooms in the teriyaki sauce and fried cabbage. In addition, another option is the Patacones Veggie (R $59), a toast of the earth banana with salting of vegetables and mushrooms Paris and Shitake.
End: Rua dos Guaianazes, 1149 – Campos Elíseos Tel: (11) 99560-4321
Animus
Known for its authorial and creative cuisine, the new menu of the Animus restaurant, located in Pinheiros, guarantees a good highlight for vegetables. Of the 26 salty dishes available on the menu prepared by chef Giovanna Grossi, half are vegetarian. The roasted pod is one of the hits of the house: the vegetable gains several layers of flavor with coulis of black olives, caramelized chestnuts and Guaianá cheese matured for about 45 days (R $ 42). The garlic poró confitado, creme cheese Cuestinha, pesto and hazelnut (R$ 44) and the little slatto, made of roasted tomatoes, stracciatella and basil (R$ 40) are part of the news. In addition, in the executive menu, updated monthly, the house always offers a meatless option for those who prefer.
End: Vupabussu Street, 347 – Pinheiros Tel.: (11) 2371-7981
Astor
The charming bar Astor, recognized for its classic cocktail party, also enchants by the menu full of tasty snacks – and vegetarians! Highlight the refreshing baked Eggplant (R$ 45), served with generous portion of curd, pomegranate seed and fresh herbs or the portion of Polenta chickpeas (R$ 49) with aioli in milk, perfect to accompany a cocktail or chopp geladvine. That is, great tips for meatless dishes in São Paulo.
End: Rua Delfina, 163 – Vila Madalena Tel: 5555-2351
Attototo
Located in Itaim Bibi, is Atto, a restaurant of modern food and affection commanded by chef Luiza Hoffmann. On the menu, several vegetarian and even vegan options are available. For starters, for example: the Tostada de brie (R$ 38) with honey and carambola or the Ceviche de lichiae (R$ 45.80) with wild rice popcorn. As main, bet on the Nhoque de millions (R$78.80), made with fond of mascarpone, crispy of parmesan and mini corn in the coal or in the Risote of Caju (R$ 68) with mini rice, refogado de caju, zucchini, mushrooms, radish, shoyu sauce and sesame.
End: Rua Pais de Araújo, 138 – Itaim Bibi Tel: (11) 3078-0203
Avo Ivo
The house dedicated to conscious food, offers on its menu the Bowl Relax (R$42) which is a vegan option composed of falafel of cauliflower with chickpeas, lentils, eggplant with zaatar, borkin and cauliflower with turmeric, arucula and tahini sauce with plum. In fact, a great meatless dish tip in restaurants in São Paulo!
End: Rua Aspicuelta, 30 – Vila Madalena Tel: (11) 3031-4357
Bottega – meatless dishes in restaurants in São Paulo
The famous Italian gastronomy bar, Bottega 21, brings in its menu a delicious Eggplant to the Oven (R$59), made with baked eggplant and served with tomato sauce and buffalo mozzarella. In addition, another veggie option is Gnocchi Alla Fontina (R$69), a potato gnocchi served with tomato sauce and Fontina cheese.
End: Rua dos Pinheiros, 1308/1300 – Pinheiros Tel: (11) 99342-2332
Capanema
The couple Daniella and Renato Neves, inaugurate the Capanema Restaurant, in the Gardens, which run the Italian restaurant Luce. The gastronomy of the house is Mediterranean, has menu with the signature of chef Pedro Renófio with passages through Evvai and Tanit. To begin with, some suggestions: Arancini Cacio and Pepe (Crorry with cheese and black pepper-R$49) or Eggplant baked with feta, pomegranate, mint, onion and reduction of balsamic (R$59). Among the main ones, for example: Rigatoni alla vodka (R$79) and the Tagliolini with mushrooms (R$109). In addition, the restaurant has several desserts to share, as a suggestion: the Merengue Capanema (lemon curd and whipped cream-R$49).
End: R. Barão de Capanema, 551 – Gardens
Cos’ Cos’
The Cos restaurant, led by chef Renato Carioni, launches new dishes in its menu in the Gardens. In the Pastas, customers will find must-see recipes, for example: Ditaline (Ditaline with carrot cream, fondata of tallegio and toasted hazelnuts – R$89) and Casarecce (Casarecce à pomodoro fresco and straciatella – R$89).
The Mooca Pizza Shop
When it comes to pizza, the hip Da Mooca Pizza Shop, could not be left out. The Roman style pizzeria, sells the pizzas in square slices and as a vegetarian option, the house brings Jetsons (R $ 7.90), which takes algae pesto and brownnut milk. It is worth it to celebrate the Day of Vegetarianism.
End: Rua Fradique Coutinho, 154 – Pinheiros Tel: (11) 3062-0422
Eataly .
Known for being the largest Italian gastronomic center in Latin America, Eataly São Paulo has four exclusive restaurants (Brace Bar&Griglia, Bistecca, Trattoria Italia and Pasta&Pizza), as well as delivery through iFood. Some suggestions of vegetarian dishes Pasta & Pizza: Ravioli Di Burrata and Pomodori Secchi (R$73), Brace Bar & Griglia: Risotto Cacio e Pepe (R$69) and Trattoria Italia: Gnocchi Caprese (R$52).
End: Av. Pres.Juscelino Kubitschek, 1489 Tel: (11) 3279-3300
The Emilian
Emiliano Restaurant is located within the renowned Emiliano São Paulo, combining contemporary cuisine with the Brazilian elegance and authenticity present in the hotel atmosphere. The vegetarian menu has 3 Tempos (R$ 224.00) and serves several dishes such as: Agnolotti de Comoslos, Asparagus in Noisette and Mandioquinha Nhoque. In addition, for dessert: Coconut Milk Pudding with Cajá and Mango and Cheese Coconut and Ice Cream, Cronchants of Amendomine, Sweet Emilian Milk, Vanilla and Cream Cheese
End: R. Oscar Freire, 384 – Jardim Paulista Reserves: (11) 3728-2000
Aze
The ze, Mediterranean restaurant that has in front of chef Uelita Bertani, brings in the menu a perfect option of meatless dish: the refreshing Faux Raviolis, a fake ravioli of beet pickles stuffed with vegan tapenade, pistachio de pistache pesto and chestnuts and finished with beet powder (R$45).
End: Alameda Tietê, 513 – Jardins Tel: (11) 95141-4136
Gero Panini
With two units in the city and one in São Roque, the relaxed address of the Fasano Group is dedicated to the exquisite sandwiches such as the Panini di Anna (R $ 65), by zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, goat cheese and orégano in ciabatta bread, but the menu goes beyond. Of the eight pasta options, five are vegetarian, that is, a perfect restaurant option with vegetarian dishes in SP. Suggestion, try the Paccheri alla Vittorio (tomato pass of own brand and parmesan; R $ 65).
End: Rua Iguatemi, s/n – Itaim-bibi Tel:(11) 3168-2494
Lolla
The Lolla, combines preparations in the parrilla with Italian gastronomy and the vocation of winebar. One of the main highlights of the menu are, for example: the vegetables in the parrilla of charcoal and firewood: Pumpkin and onion with hummmus and dukkah (R$ 36) and grilled caulflower, kale puree flower, noisette butter, finished with focaccia farofa, lemon and thyme (R$ 36). In addition, Palmito Pupunha on the grill finished with green parsley and maldon salt (R$ 36) and the potato bolinha and grilled onion in parrilla, finished with green parsley and maldon salt (R$ 36).
End: Rua Manuel Guedes, 545 – Itaim Bibi
Noma Sushi – meatless dishes in São Paulo restaurants
Located in the heart of the financial center of the city, Faria Lima, the modern and cozy room house offers the excellence of Japanese cuisine also in the vegetarian version. Among the various meatless entries of Noma, stands out the Edamame (green and cooked soybeans and great source of protein) traditional (R$ 28) or truffle (R$ 32). Still, Kinoko sauté (R$ 39), portion of the shimeji mushrooms, shitake and eryngi sautéed in butter with shoyu, sakê mirim, cream, chives and crispy of spicy tempura and Temaki veg (R$ 32) with mix of vegetables, shimeji and herbal pesto.
End: Av. Faria Lima, 3400 – Itaim Bibi
Grandsonus
At the JW Marriott Hotel São Paulo, of Italian-Brazilian gastronomy and under the command of the chef Icaro Rizzo, O Neto brings a series of vegetarian dishes, for example: Ravioloni cheese half cure with Honey from native bees and black truffles (R$77), Crudo de Carpaccio, crispy capers, wild arugula, mustard sauce and parmer cheesecciatella (R$90). In addition, great desserts: Trilogy of canoli’s – Gianduia, ricotta with pistachioche and coconut tapioca (R$39) and Parmesan cheese pie and dul. of milk infused with orange (R$41)
End: Av. of the United Nations, 14401 – Chácara Santo Antonio
Nouzinin
The house dedicated to good brunches, brings delicious options from breakfast to lunch, such as Beet Balls and Beak Grain (R$32) with curdler, babaganoush and carrot humm. Or even the Salad with Memosand of Beetroot (R$59) – which takes cabbage, carrot hums, marinade zucchini, mix of quinoa and mint. Another option of meatless dishes in the restaurants of São Paulo!
End: Rua Padre Carvalho, 204 – Pinheiros Tel: (11) 3816-0210
the Tangará Palace
Located on the ground floor of the hotel overlooking the green forest of Burle Marx Park, Tangará Jean-Georges offers a vegetarian tasting menu in six times (R$ 575 with harmonization of wines and R$ 1350 with harmonization of premium wines): – Varied melons, with cucumber, pepper salt and coriander flower; – Pupunha palmite salad, with tomatoes, fresh coconut and theand almonds, with lemon, herbs and fresh strong root; – Fresh handmade cavatelli massage with shiitake and portobello mushroom ragu; – Tropical dessert, with crispy merengue, cream and passion fruit sorbet, coconut sorbet, yogurt sauce and seasonal fruits.
End: R. Dep. Laércio Corte, 1501 – Panamby Reserves: (11) 4904-4001
Parigi
The house of the Fasano Group is the perfect choice for those who love both French and Italian cuisine. Typical recipes of both gastronomy prepared with mastery by the French chef Eric Berland as Polenta al brie (R$ 88), with the melted and gratin cheese, and the Fresh Green Asparagus Cream (R$ 103).
End: Rua Amauri, 275 – Itaim-Bibi Tel: (11) 11 3167-1575
Pirajá
With eleven units in São Paulo, the bar was the first to receive from the city of Rio de Janeiro the Carioca Cultural Heritage plate. The main vegetarian options of the menu are the angu pastries stuffed with spinach and cheese from Serra da Canastra (R$ 19 – 2 units), the croquettes of creamy spinach with the same type of cheese (R$ 40 – 6 units) and, from main course, the Moqueca de Fructoca do Mato (R$ 54), made with banana and vegetables and served with rice, flour and chips.
End: Av. Brigadier Faria Lima, 64 – Itaim Bibi Tel: (11) 3815-6881
Quincho
Quincho Kitchen and Coquetelaria is the restaurant of chef Mari Sciotti, which defends a tasty vegetarian cuisine, authorial and excels by quality ingredients and local suppliers. The suggestion is the Tomato Tartar; cured tomatoes and baked peppers cut at the tip of the knife, seasoned in the classic way with dijon mustard, capers, purple onion. Finished with vegan aioli, olive oil and balsamic aceto and served with Tempurá de Peixinho da Horta (R$64).
End: Rua Mourato Coelho, 1140 – Pinheiros Tel: (11) 2597-6048
Holy Grao Grao
Santo Grão, with five houses in São Paulo, offers a selection of tasty healthy dishes. The suggestions of chef Fabio Vieira for this celebration, for example: Lasagna Vegetariana (R$ 55) – An exquisite lasaanha based on ch?vre and garlic poró, interspersed with delicious layers of toasted eggplant with a touch of misso and Moqueca de Banana (R$ 61) – A vegan rereading of the Brazilian classic, made with juicy pieces of Bananaassible jasmine rice prepared for coconut milk.
End: Rua Oscar Freire, 413 – Jardins Tel: (11) 3062-9294
Rua Jerônimo da Veiga, 179 – Itaim Bibi Tel: (11) 3071-1769
Av. Magalhães de Castro, 12,000 – Shopping Cidade Jardim 2nd floor Tel: (11) 3198-9373
Tantin
Led by chef Marco Aurélio Sena, the Tantin Bar brings in its menu some options of vegetarian dishes, such as the Coxinha Veggie (R$), made with cassava dough, stuffed with cuame cheese and chives. For those who want a bar tip, Tantin is a great option!
End: Rua dos Pinheiros, 987 – Pinheiros Tel: (11) 3034-3082
the Terrace Italy
The Terrace Italy is one of the most renowned, iconic and historic restaurants in the city of São Paulo. With creations signed by the renowned Chef Toscano Pasquale Mancini as, for example: Caprese Italiana, Crops Risotus and Mussalag Water of Buffalo. In addition, desserts such as: Cold cheesecake, mascarpone, Panna cotta to the Sicilian lemon with apple compote and pistachio piech with gianduia gelato.
End: Av. Ipiranga, 344, 41st floor – Republic
Terrace Gardens
The Terraço Jardins, at the Renaissance São Paulo Hotel, is known for enhancing the hillbilly and caiçara culture and bringing the true taste of the food. They are some of the vegetarian dishes, for example: Sovereign Cheese Cream with grilled mushrooms and organic kale in coals (R$ 64), Ravioli of Pumpkin (R$ 80) Cremoso de Mugo Rice (R $ 77), Sorbet de Jabuticaba (R$ 33) and Curau de Milho Orgânico (R$ 27).
Ender: Alameda Santos, 2233 – Jd Paulista Reserves: (11) 3069-2233
Varal
With the intention of uniting a shopping cocktail and Brazilian gastronomy, Varal, bar de Pinheiros, has a whimsical offer of meatless dishes. You can easily stay only at the entrances such as: the gratin cauliflower, which arrives on a layer of smoked pepper humus and is finished with bread and zest of lemon sicilian (R$ 42) or toast covered by fresh cheese of sheep, green grapes and cashews roasted (R$ 48). Among the main ones, the suggestion is vegan rice, made with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, olives, smoked eggplant, watercress and house straw potatoes (R $ 54). That is, great options of meatless dishes!
End: Rua Artur de Azevedo, 636 – Cerqueira César
31 Restaurant – meatless dishes in restaurants in São Paulo
Led by chef Rafael Vieira, the 31 seeks to question the food system as we know it today. For this, it bets on an authorial, rotary and seasonal menu, created from organic ingredients such as, for example: Gnocchi with mushrooms and chestnut milk (R$68). In addition, the house also has the own production of liqueurs, kombuchas, vermouth and mead.
End: Rua Rego Freitas, 301 – Republic
That is, it is certainly worth taking a tour to taste the numerous options of meatless dishes in the restaurants of São Paulo!
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