One of the first major issues of who gets to an unknown city is where to do the meals. So what about starting for the most traditional route? And in this regard, the district of Santa Felicidade – about 8 kilometers far from downtown – is a necessary stop.
The region is of italian descent, and that mark is still present in its many restaurants, emporiums and local bakeries. Unlike other neighborhoods in the city, that one remained intact in characteristics over the past decades. Including its cuisine.
The grand Madalosso has almost 5 thousand people capacity
There, it pays to know the most traditional restaurant, the grand Madalosso, which has an impressive main hall with almost 5 thousand people capacity. With a simple food, the restaurant stands out in its pasta and fried chicken. Cost around US$ 24
Some other restaurants are also well known at that region, as Dom Antônio and Porta Romana. In common, pasta is the most claimed food. Both open exclusively on weekends.Cost between US$ 18 and US$ 37
But if you want to get away from Italian cuisine, that are some other options. Two restaurants in particular have good names in the neighborhood. At Chalet Suisse, the cuisine is international, with emphasis in French-swiss plates. Chef Arthur Saredi, born in Switzerland, specializes in filet mignon. The cost of a meal is about US$ 31
At Petit Château, the fondue is the main feature
At Petit Château, a charming french restaurant, it’s worth checking out specially the fondue, the main demand in cold nights. The meal costs around US$ 37
Before or after the meal, be sure to walk around the charming Manoel Ribas avenue, which retains its stone’s pavement and looks like an Italian village – with ornate lampposts and park benches to rest along the street.
Adress
Madalosso. Av. Manoel Ribas, 5.875, Santa Felicidade – 55 (41) 3372-2121. www.madalosso.com.br
Porta Romana. Av. Manoel Ribas, 4.330, Santa Felicidade – 55 (41) 3335 4344. www.portaromana.com.br
Dom Antônio. Av. Manoel Ribas, 6.121, Santa Felicidade – 55 (41) 3273-3131. www.domantonio.com.br
Chalet Suisse. R. Francisco Dallalibera, 1.428, Santa Felicidade – 55 (41) 3364-7889. www.restaurantechaletsuisse.com.br
Petit Château. Rua Manoel Ribas, 5.039, Santa Felicidade — (41) 3372.0003. www.restaurantepetitchateau.com
