Tan Tan

Tucked into São Paulo’s Pinheiros neighborhood on Rua Fradique Coutinho, Tan Tan is a singular venue that blurs the line between restaurant and cocktail bar. From its modest origins, Tan Tan has grown into one of Brazil’s most celebrated mixology destinations — and in 2024, it landed #31 on The World’s 50 Best Bars list, making it the only Brazilian bar that year to feature. Conceptually, Tan Tan fuses Japanese-inspired cuisine (ramen, dumplings, katsu sandos, noodles) with sophisticated cocktails. The space feels industrial yet warm: wood, hammered metal, granite, clean lines, and a strong bar presence. The menu is constructed to reflect this dual identity — you can dine or simply sit at the bar and let the mixologists guide your evening. The cocktail list is inventive and flavor-driven. One source notes an “average price per cocktail ~$9 (USD)” for reference in global rankings. Classics get reworked, local botanicals appear, and the balance between food and drink is always maintained. Tan Tan also incorporates a Tayēr station — introducing refined cocktail machinery to its setup. As for operating hours, Tan Tan tends to open in the evening. According to Wanderlog: Sunday 19:00–23:00, Tuesday through Thursday also 19:00–23:00, and on Saturday two sessions (lunch/dinner) around 12:00–16:00 and 19:00–23:00. Yelp also lists hours around 18:00–23:30 (Thu, Fri to later) The ambiance is curated: enough to feel intentional and elevated, but not so loud or highbrow that it excludes casual patrons. The balance is part of its appeal — you can come for the food, the cocktails, or both. Reviewers frequently praise the synergy between culinary and cocktail components, plus the refined yet comfortable environment.