Location: Olinda
Top Restaurants in Olinda
Best Brazilian food near Olinda, State of Pernambuco, Brazil
Reviews on Brazilian food in Olinda, State of Pernambuco, Brazil. Olinda (Portuguese pronunciation: [oˈlĩdɐ]), is an historic city in the Brazilian state of Pernambuco, located on the country's northeastern Atlantic Ocean coast, in Greater Recife (capital of Pernambuco State). It has a population of 389,494 people, covers 41.681 square kilometres (16.093 sq mi), and has a population of 9 inhabitants per square kilometer. It is noted as one of the best-preserved colonial cities in Brazil.
Things to do in Olinda
10. Creperia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 262 reviews
Reviewed By JevonAbraham
We popped in for a quick lunch and thought this place was pretty average. Perhaps we ordered badly, but we ordered one that ended up tasting like coronation chicken and the other was simple beef and cheese. After having read the reviews we were disappointed but, as I said, maybe we ordered badly. Also, it's not cheap by Olinda standards so bear that in mind.
9. Olinda Art & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 417 reviews
Reviewed By saronic
A bad time to be in Olinda is on Sunday and Monday evenings, when almost all restaurants are closed. An exception is the 'Olinda Art&Grill', which is open on Monday evenings and on Sundays has a closing hour between 7.30-8pm. So on both these evenings I went there for dinner (almost had to).Close to the central Praça da Sé with the tapioca food stalls, this restaurant, decorated on all the walls with paintings of different quality and various artsy items, has outdoor and indoor seating with great views over old Olinda and all the way out to the skyscrapers of Recife.Around lunch time this restaurant is packed with day trippers, in the evenings though usually quite empty. I came here twice. On a Sunday evening they started to clean up the place, before I had finished my dinner. Twice I had a caiprinha here before dinner. Once it was the strongest I ever got in Brazil, the next day it was like a very watery long drink.They have separate Portuguese and English menu cards, both leatherbound. My dinner selection had been once a 'Casquinha de Caranguejo' (stuffed crab shell) and 'Agulha Branca Frita' (fried white needlefish) together with 'Salada Verde pequeña' (a small green salad). The other evening I had again a salad plus 'Camarão ao alho e óleo'. It was all quite good.There are small bottles (375ml) of white and red wine avaliable (from Chile). Once I tried a local dessert, not on the menu card, but recommended to me by the waiter, a 'Cocada de Forno' (a coconut sweet from the oven) served with ice cream and lime wedges. It was okay, but I could hardly taste the coconut.Service is professional, but on the second visit there was a friendlier waiter. It is possible to pay with credit card.
8. Beijupira
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1092 reviews
Reviewed By elenavoyages
Went there for dinner. We arrived early (around 8h pm) in order to have a table on the terrace. Great views form there, very romantic candlelight dinner : small advice...: do not forget to have a lamp - maybe on your phone - to be able to read the menu ;-) You will be hosted in the middle of a luxurious garden. It is really a little gem ! Note that finding the place is not that easy but your travel continue when you arrive at the entrance as you'll have to take a small funicular. It makes the journey fantastic which will be confirmed by the plates, nice, hearty, tasty. Price are regular for a good restaurant in Olinda. Really worth it !...And do not forget your mosquito repellent...
7. Casa de Noca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 376 reviews
Reviewed By Wilson_JrREC
Casa de Noca is a simple restaurant, in rustic surroundings. The only dish is manioc with dried meat and "coalho" cheese. The only variety is the amount, depending on the number of people.The food is delicious as well. But the prices are a bit expensive for the type of food. The service is reasonable. Open every day from 11am to 10pm.
6. Restaurante e Pizzaria Atlantico
Overall Ratings
4 based on 545 reviews
Reviewed By Marcelo Z
Food is tasty, clerks are nice, food is cheap and tasty. Includes live piano music (sometimes violin too). One of the best of its kind in Recife.
5. Nayle Comedoria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
A cozy atmosphere with good food at the right price in the heart of Olinda. A house that reconciles, cooking, art, crafts, good music and still a differentiated option of lodging. Naylê is not only a restaurant but a Multicultural, where customers are ser
Reviewed By tonioto
Excellent quality/price which is a rare in Brazil.Excellent and friendly service which is also not always easy to find...Good music, but that is nearly everywhere here.Gratidão! Procuramos sempre atender da melhor forma, e oferecemos uma variedade de refeições no preço justo! Ficamos felizes que tenham gostado!
4. Patua
Overall Ratings
4 based on 394 reviews
Reviewed By icbernard
Note: this place is closed during Carnival, it reopens on Mardi Gras - Fat TuesdayWe decided to test the place based on the reviews it got, and they are well deserved.We had a very enjoyable lunch. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and the service is excellent. You don't imagine what the place looks like from the street, so don't hesitate to enter.They have a terrasse overlooking toward Recife, but way too hot to have lunch outside during the summer. Highly recommended for dinner. You can make inquiries and booking via their website. They answer quickly.Caipirinhas were very good, and the food truly excellent. We had the lobster (highly recommended). Sweets were good too.It is a bit pricy, but it is better to pay more and have a good experience.thank you, so much. ;)
3. Bodega de Veio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By throckmortonSanaa
This place was a little surprise I just stumbled into. Very small, a homey part convenience store, part bar. They serve quart size beers (mine was "Antartic") and plates of antipasto. The little sausages and peppers I had on the antipasto were particularly good.
2. Oficina do Sabor
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1646 reviews
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto
"Oficina do Sabor" is probably one of the best restaurants in the State of Pernambuco in Brazil! Talented Chef César Santos brought all his expertise to his lovely restaurant on the upper part of Olinda. Besides its delicious creations, "Oficina do Sabor" offers awesome views of Olinda and its historical buildings. Here, traditional dishes are on the menu, sided by modern celebrations of contemporary cuisine. Try Chef César Santos' famous "Camarão Prateado" - shrimps in a mango and ginger sauce! Unforgettable! A typical décor, friendly service, extra cold beer and reasonable prices complete the scene. Bon Appétit!
1. Bode do No
Overall Ratings
4 based on 656 reviews
Reviewed By Bhagwan72
Came for a Sunday lunch with my son. Nice place, bang on the sea front. Lovely view. Only local Brazilian people. Ordered Argentina Steak. Good. But too much fat on it. 35% was wasted. Internet dies not work. Prices could be lower by 25%Its a casual eating place. Top 10 in Olinda. Not 3rd best for sure. Bhagwan. Muito obrigado pela sua visita, foi muito bom receber você. Siga nossas redes sociais para sempre ficar por dentro de promoções e novidades na casa. Nos vemos novamente em breve!
