Zazá Bistrô Tropical

Get ready for some candlelit romance vibes on the charming second floor of this restaurant, which has been open for 25 years in a century-old mansion. Under the helm of Chef Arthur Cardoso, the menu is always evolving. Much of the inspiration comes from the travels of owner Zazá Piereck, who runs the business alongside Preta Moyses. Greek vibes greet you at the door with feta cheese in puff pastry with roasted grapes and truffled honey (R$69). Another newcomer is the Namorado fish over banana ravioli, with lemongrass sauce, diced hearts of palm, and cashew nuts (R$88). But the timeless classics are still there, like the squid and white fish moqueca with jasmine rice and passion fruit farofa (R$155), and the organic chicken curry (R$145), great options for sharing. Mixologist Rausley Cler crafts the cocktail menu, blending classics and originals, like the Morena Tropicana (R$36), with cachaça, cocoa, honey, cashew vermouth, lemon, and Licor 43.