Local flavors
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3 places picked to eat in Vargem Alta.
A bistro in the rural area of Vargem Alta opened by chef Ricardo Silva and Cidineia Pandolfi, with a menu inspired by Atlantic Forest ingredients. Besides pizzas and burgers, it has dishes with native fruits such as guabiroba, juçara and brejaúba.
A restaurant opened in July 2026 at the Hotel Natureza Eco Lodge, with a menu by consulting chef Suely Faiçal focused on vegetables. It has a fireplace, wine cellar, bar and two dining rooms, one overlooking the pool and the golf course.
A restaurant and café beside the ES-164, near downtown Vargem Alta, on a private reserve with trails and a lake. The restaurant is a self-service buffet, with barbecue and griddled tilapia with cheese, and is good for families.
