Local flavors

Where to eat in Petrópolis.

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7 places picked to eat in Petrópolis.

Majórica Churrascaria

steakhouse · Centro

A churrascaria (Brazilian steakhouse) opened in 1961 by Spanish immigrants on Rua do Imperador, which keeps its founding recipes and methods. It has been recognized by municipal law as part of Petrópolis's culinary heritage.

Locanda Centro Histórico

Italian cuisine · Centro

An Italian-inspired restaurant in a mansion on Avenida Ipiranga, in the historic center. It is a few steps from the walking circuit.

Bordeaux Vinhos & Cia

wine bar · Centro

It occupies the former stables of an 1879 mansion and offers a wine list, imported cold cuts and regional products. It is the location with the most complete menu of the business, which has been around since 1997.

Brassaria Matriz

craft brewery · Corrêas

It blends the idea of a French brasserie with original Brazilian cooking, serving its own beers on tasting boards. It is on the road up the mountains, with a view of the valley.

Le Rêve Gastronomia

contemporary cuisine · Itaipava

Chef Silvio Bastos's restaurant on the Estrada União e Indústria, across from the Parque de Exposições. It has live music and its own accessibility project.

Galpão Caipira

Brazilian cuisine · Vale das Videiras

A restaurant on a dirt road in the Vale das Videiras that works with regional ingredients in contemporary dishes. The barn also has a shop with local products and bike rentals.

Restaurante Nas Nuvens

contemporary cuisine · Parque São Vicente

A rustic dining room surrounded by forest, with a porch overlooking the valley. The menu ranges from grilled heart of palm to pork tenderloin with risotto.

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