Florianópolis has a lot to offer, from day trips into the city’s beautiful natural surroundings to a relaxed day at the beach or a cultural day in the city. Brazil’s premier party destination has many possibilities for having an excellent lunch or a romantic dinner in the evenings. With this guide, we will show you where you will find best restaurants and eateries in Florianópolis.
Pier 54
Bar, Restaurant, Brazilian, Seafood
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Since 1999, Pier 54 has been treating its guests from around the world with excellent seafood and fish. They offer various selected wines to accompany the food, and for the later hours tasty cocktails. The restaurant offers seated accommodation directly at the water, with an overwhelming view to the Herzilio Luz Bridge.
Bistrô Santa Marta
Bistro, Restaurant, Seafood, Pub Grub, Brazilian
Bistrô Santa Marta is a very small restaurant with only eight tables that offers a very homely and welcoming atmosphere because of the with high attention to detail in the furnished interior. They only use fresh products of the best quality to prepare dishes of meat and seafood which are truly a treat for the eyes and tastebuds.
In the center of Florianópolis, there is the Public Market, a building created in two phases over two decades. It is an important landmark in the city and an important meeting point for people. The Public Market is the perfect place for shopping for some clothes and handicrafts, but it is also a drop in center for fresh food like fish and vegetables. Besides the shopping possibilities there, there are several stands, restaurants and bars selling tasty foods and drinks.
Ostradamus
Restaurant, Seafood, Brazilian, Pub Grub
This is the reference point when it comes to oysters. We are talking about the restaurant Ostradamus in Florianópolis. Immediately you will dive into another world and feel like you’re in a real harbor restaurant. It is decorated with attention to every detail, presents the oysters in an aquarium, and has a private pier where you can have dinner floating over the water. It specializes in preparing oysters in all variations, and also offers seafood. Guests will find a tasty selection of best grape vines, and definitely will have an unique experience.
Artesano Pizza Bar
Pizzeria, Restaurant, Brazilian
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Artesano Pizza Bar is located in a little hut close to the Conceição Lake in Florianópolis. It is a very warm and welcoming place, decorated with a lot of pictures on the walls, has a garden for comfortable open-air dinners and serves very creative and delicious homemade pizza.
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Donna is located nearby the Jurerê Internacional beach and is a luxurious mixture of restaurant, bar and club. They serve cocktails in an glamorous ambience, which is also the perfect place for clubbing into the night.
Bar do Arante is one of the most unique places in Florianópolis. About 70,000 sheets of papers are hanging on the walls and even from the ceiling, which create a very special atmosphere. During the week they offer á la carte dishes, and on the weekend a plentiful buffet for their guests.
Forneria Catarina
Pizzeria, Restaurant, Brazilian
Forneria Catarina, in the district of Trindade, is a very friendly and welcoming restaurant which specializes in homemade pizza. They use only products of the high quality and also offer lactose free starters and pizza. All of their pizzas are made in the old-fashioned oven.
Ataliba Churrascaria
Ataliba is a modern and elegant version of a traditional Brazilian churrascaria. There, guests can select of several starters, which are presented at a buffet, different types of meat and sausages, which are served on a long spit and cut by the waiter or the waitress. Everyone who comes to Brazil should try this special way of dining and experience a wonderful stay.
Ponto de Vista
Restaurant, Brazilian, Contemporary
Ponto de Vista offers one of the most beautiful views in Florianópolis. It is located at the Conceição Lake and has a cosy terrace, which is perfect for eating and drinking. This restaurant is worth visiting to enjoy the impressive sunset in the evenings. It is the perfect place for a romantic dinner and for having a relaxed evening.
Ricarda was born and raised in Vienna and developed her passion for travelling while traveling regularly with her family as a child. After school she went to the Caribbean and South America to experience another way of life and broaden her horizons. Her keen interest in art and culture has taken her around the world, and she thinks that 'travelling enriches our life the most’. Her interests in art and culture are also a big part in her daily life, as she is a literature and music enthusiast and an avid photographer. Ricarda is currently studying Comparative Literature in Vienna.
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