Flavors of the destination
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21 places in Serra da Mantiqueira.
A draft-beer hall on Rua Djalma Forjaz, in Vila Capivari, linked to the Baden Baden brewery, a brand born in Campos do Jordão. It serves German food, such as eisbein and sauerkraut, with the house draft and bottled beers.
A German restaurant that has made its own artisan sausages since 1997, using Stuttgart-style recipes. It is on Avenida Pedro Paulo, on the way to the Horto Florestal, and eisbein (pork knuckle) is among the house dishes.
A restaurant opened in 1999 on Rua Aristides de Souza Mello, with a concept inspired by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and a member of the Associação dos Restaurantes da Boa Lembrança (a Brazilian restaurant association). The menu features fondues, pasta, risottos and meats.
A restaurant on the Rodovia Benedito Gomes de Souza, in the Paiol Grande area, known for its flambéed trout. It has an à la carte menu with meat, poultry, fish and pizzas.
A restaurant on a 35-hectare rural property that grows berries, grapes and seedlings, with an approach tied to the Slow Food movement. The seasonal menu makes use of the farm's produce, at 1,600 meters above sea level.
A restaurant next to the main Pedra do Baú trailhead, about 9 km from downtown, with Italian cooking with regional touches and live music. It suits hikers coming down from the trail who want lunch with a mountain view.
A Swiss restaurant opened in 1997 on Rua Rolinha, specializing in cheese, meat and poultry fondues, plus sweet versions. It suits those who come to Monte Verde for fondue on cold mountain nights.
A contemporary Italian bistro on Rua Rolinha, with handmade pasta and seasonal ingredients, such as smoked salmon produced in the region. It does not take reservations and suits anyone looking for a casual meal in the village center.
A casual bar opened in 2010 on Avenida da Fazenda, known for its crispy-skin roast suckling pig and other Minas Gerais dishes. It suits anyone wanting regional food in a laid-back setting.
A restaurant at km 10 of the road from Itamonte to Alagoa, with Minas Gerais cooking, contemporary dishes such as risottos and house-made ice cream. It serves beers from southern Minas Gerais breweries and caters to families, couples and groups.
A restaurant serving comfort food with fine-dining technique on the Itamonte–Alagoa road, with outdoor tables facing the forest and a waterfall. It serves dishes such as chicken with okra and breaded trout.
A trout farm with a restaurant in the Sobradinho area, along the BR-354, in Itamonte, serving fish raised right there. It also sells packaged fillets and is a stop for travelers crossing the mountains.
A restaurant on Avenida das Mangueiras, in Penedo, that combines German and Brazilian cuisine and brews its own beer. It has a children's area and indoor and outdoor dining rooms, and caters to families.
A restaurant opened in 1998 on Rua das Velas, in Penedo, devoted to southern Brazilian gaúcho-style barbecue, with cuts such as dry-aged picanha (top sirloin cap). The menu also includes fondues and risottos, and it caters to couples, families and groups.
A restaurant opened in 1985 on Avenida das Mangueiras, in Penedo, the first in the region to specialize in trout; the most popular dish is trout in almond sauce. The menu also has other fish and beef and chicken options.
The restaurant of the Pousada Terras Altas, also open to the public by reservation, using ingredients from its own vegetable garden and from producers in the neighboring villages. It suits those looking for handcrafted cooking centered on Mantiqueira products.
A restaurant serving contemporary and international cuisine on Avenida Presidente Wenceslau Bráz, in Vila de Mauá, on the Resende side. It has a cozy atmosphere and is a good choice for a more special dinner.
A café and deli at the start of the Visconde de Mauá–Maringá road, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and artisan breads. It also sells cheeses and regional products and is a good stop as you move between the villages.
A restaurant on Avenida Dom Pedro II serving freshly made Minas Gerais food since 1991, with daily specials and à la carte dishes. It caters to families who want a home-style meal while touring the Circuito das Águas.
A pizzeria opened in 1989 on Avenida Comendador Costa, with wood-fired pizzas made in the classic Italian tradition. The menu also includes risottos, pasta, meat, fish and Italian wines.
A gastropub across from the Parque das Águas, on Avenida Comendador Costa, with contemporary cuisine and weekly specials. The list has more than 60 wines, signature cocktails and specialty coffees from the region.
