Discover Sao Paulo's Most Interesting Bars

Discover Sao Paulo's energetic bar scene with rooftop cocktail bars in Jardins, hidden speakeasies in Vila Madalena, and lively beer halls in the city center. Experience craft beer bars in the modern districts, sophisticated lounges in luxury hotels, and traditional Brazilian bars in the old town. From classic Brazilian hospitality to experimental mixology, Sao Paulo offers a unique blend of diverse culture, world-class museums, and vibrant nightlife in Brazil's largest city.

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Exímia

Where Brazilian roots meet high art in a glass: Exímia is São Paulo’s new cocktail temple, blending native flavors, sleek design, and elevated gastronomy for an unforgettable night out.

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SubAstor

Descend to SubAstor, São Paulo’s subterranean cocktail temple. Hidden beneath Astor in Vila Madalena, it’s where Brazilian flora meets bar innovation—intimate lighting, expert mixology, and a biodiverse twist on cocktails.

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SubAstor

Descend into SubAstor’s vault: original bank safes, marble walls, & cocktails that blend Brazilian terroir with global elegance — Bar do Cofre is São Paulo’s stealthiest treasure.

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Bar dos Arcos

Hidden beneath São Paulo’s Municipal Theatre, Bar dos Arcos is a cinematic cocktail refuge—vaulted stone arches glow under luminous tabletops, inviting night owls into a labyrinth of history, mystery, and artfully crafted drinks.

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Frank Bar

An urbane throwback in São Paulo’s Maksoud Plaza—Frank Bar served impeccable cocktails in a sleek retro setting, with spacious leather seating, wooden bars, and Sinatra vibes at the heart of the city.

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Tan Tan

A sleek fusion bar in Pinheiros where Japanese-Brazilian flavors meet avant-garde cocktails — intimate, bold, and celebrated on the global stage.

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