Where to eat Japanese food in Sao Paulo: The Best Restaurants and Bars

December 31, 2019 Mikaela Didonna

Find out what Japanese restaurants to try in Sao Paulo. The largest city in South America, and known to its residents as “Sampa," São Paulo's gray sky hides a true paradise for food lovers, infinite possibilities for shoppers, and impressive options for those looking for entertainment. A short trip away from the city center, there are plenty of nature spots and beaches. With almost a hundred neighborhoods in different districts, São Paulo can be confusing, so get acquainted with this huge cosmopolitan center and don’t miss the amazing experiences that each of its neighborhoods has to offer.
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10. Daiki Sushi

Largo Senador Raul Cardoso 40 Vila Mariana, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04021-070 Brazil Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +55(11)50824068 http://www.daiki.com.br
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4 based on 138 reviews

Daiki Sushi

Reviewed By Travel_World63

In time of graceless Japanese restaurants that are opening every week in São Paulo, this small sushi bar can surprise you by use of good fresh ingredients - tuna, salmon, octopussy, squid etc. There are sushi, sashimi combo and day pre-made dishes. I think it is over-rated by customers- not the best, but a good Japanese cuisine. The overall gastronomic experience is well above the average. There are two floors with few tables, however it is comfortable and cozy. The staff is very kind and helpful. Obviously, there is a cost for good quality, but if you are tired of Japanese food that you would not remember tomorrow, certainly worth a visit to Daiki. This is an amazing place to go dinner or lunch in a neighborhood (Vila Mariana) without decent alternatives. Pleasant surprise!

9. Sapporo

Praca Nossa Senhora Aparecida 114 Moema, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04075-010 Brazil Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service 1150515458 http://www.restaurantesapporo.com.br/
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4 based on 385 reviews

Sapporo

Reviewed By AnkushKolte

This place is perfect to enjoy Japanese food. The staff is very cooperative, they speak English as well apart from Portuguese so recommended for international travellers.

8. Manai Gastronomia

Rua Augusta 1605, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 01305-100 Brazil Brazilian, Japanese, South American Lunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +55(11) 29247185 http://www.manaigastronomia.com.br/
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4 based on 214 reviews

Manai Gastronomia

Reviewed By Pina M

Se went for a quick bite after the museum visit. Food was nice with a good variety. A lot of office workers but the service was quick and efficient. There is a Buffet and at the en of the line they will weigth your food and give you a little ticket with the amount. Everything else will be added. You will pay at the end.

7. Temakeria Paulista

Rua Serra do Japi 1436 Vila Gomes Cardim, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 03309-001 Brazil Japanese, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +55 11 2268 0889 https://www.facebook.com/Temakeria-Paulista-365281500199267/?rf=177297632317683
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4 based on 746 reviews

Temakeria Paulista

Reviewed By Miriam G

Definitely the best japanese restaurant in the town. Really high quality fish, very good prepared. Service is very fest, finally some place that you don't have to wait hours for the order. We will back very soon

6. Ohka

Rua Professor Carlos de Carvalho 105, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04531-080 Brazil Japanese Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +551130783979 http://www.ohka.com.br/
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4 based on 365 reviews

Ohka

Reviewed By jfermons

This place is crowded and highly recommended by locals. However I think it's highly overrated. We ordered some sushi, sashimi and maki rolls. The fish is very fresh and the presentation is great. Flavor was fine, but don't expect the best sushi in your life. You can find much better (and cheaper) sushi places in Sao Paulo.We also ordered some soba noodles with chicken. I don't think they know what soba means. They gave us "their own take" on soba, with was fried, hard noodles that tasted like crackers, in a super sweet sauce. The soba was offensive. I think that this place is highly rated because it's trendy and it has a cool vibe, but not by the food, which was average. The service, though, was very gentle and friendly.

5. Jam

Rua Bela Cintra 1929 Jardins, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 01415-007 Brazil Japanese Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +55 11 3473-3273 http://www.jam.com.br
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4 based on 1455 reviews

Jam

Reviewed By YOWer

With a brief 30 hours in São Paulo and only one night for dinner, two work colleagues and I tried Jam Jardins. A short walk from the Renaissance hotel where we were staying. We chose the chefs special - 3 times as a shareable platter. We also started with an order of gyoza. The food was fresh, inventive and delicious. The sushi platter had sashimi (tuna, salmon and white fish) whereas there were approximately 12 different sushi. From the salmon wrapped quail’s egg (our favorite) to foie gras with tuna on it went. The fish was the star with very little rice. Service was attentive and our server had excellent command of English especially as he explained each individual presentation. Price with starter drink, appetizer and chef special, tip and taxes was 220 Real each - about $70 Canadian. Reservations not required for an early sitting but it fills up fast. Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate that you enjoyed your experience with us and hope to see you again when you're back in São Paulo.

4. Matsuya Moema

Avenida dos Imares 457 Moema, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04085-000 Brazil Japanese, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Delivery, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Wine and Beer +55 11 5042-4733 http://www.matsuya.com.br
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3 based on 251 reviews

Matsuya Moema

20 years of tradition in the art of making sushi. Units in Aclimação, Moema, Morumbi, Perdizes, Santana and Vila Mariana...

Reviewed By Renette891

Professional service, fresh sushi, quick service and upper class decor. You can go with your family and friends and enjoy the rodizio for R$48. There is a great variety of sushi to choose from and everything tastes diffirent. Worth your money

3. LIVING LOUNGE BAR & SUSHI

Alameda Santos 2233, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 01419-101 Brazil Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, Contemporary Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +(55)11-3069-2233 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/saobr-renaissance-sao-paulo-hotel/
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5 based on 119 reviews

LIVING LOUNGE BAR & SUSHI

Reviewed By PG13LA

Extremely overpriced for what they serve. The sushi options are very limited, quality is OK but hardly any creativity. Ate here twice during my recent stay at the Renaissance because I was very tired and too lazy to step out - Regretted it both the times. Very Salmon and Tuna heavy... They just did not have wider fish selection. Charges were comparable to some of the top end sushi restaurants but the value I got was probably less than half of what I paid !!! So, kinda feeling cheated and disappointed... The bar is nice with some decent selection of beverages but the review is more about the sushi and food options !

2. Djapa

Rua Gaivota 168, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04522-030 Brazil Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +55 11 2691-2003 http://www.djapa.com.br/moema/
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4 based on 3934 reviews

Djapa

Reviewed By MRodriguezcr

Good restaurant with some many options, good service and good quality. Its important to arrive early on the weekends otherwise you will have to do a line and wait for a seat.Hello, thanks for your review. We appreciate your compliments about our options, service and quality. We hope you could back again to visit us and have a great experience.Best [email protected]

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1. Matsuya Vila Marian

Rua Leandro Dupre 848 Vila Mariana, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo 04025-013 Brazil Japanese, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Delivery, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards +55 11 5594-1215 http://www.facebook.com/restaurantes.matsuya/
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3 based on 128 reviews

Matsuya Vila Marian

Reviewed By 87ruis

My first sushi experience so o can't compare food quality. Overall the restaurant was nice, good ambient and looked clean. Food was good although I'm not a sushi expert. Was not that expensive, specially for a rodizio. There's WiFi on the restaurant, parking wasn't a problem at lunch time. Felt the staff was too serious and not very sympathetic.

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