Went here for dinner last night and honestly the seafood was the highlight. I had the grilled fish and it came out super fresh, well seasoned. Place is small but cozy, not too fancy. Service was good, though we waited a bit between courses. Music was chill, easy to talk. Would come back to try the desserts, heard good things.

Came for the pistachio gelato, honestly one of the few spots here that gets the texture right. Rich and creamy, not too sweet. Price is a bit steep for the size though. Service was whatever, but I&#39;d still go back for the flavor.

The chairs were comfy and the waiter checked on us just enough, not too pushy. Food came out warm and tasty, though we waited a bit longer than I&rsquo;d like for the check. Still, I left feeling relaxed, which doesn&rsquo;t happen often. Nice spot if you&rsquo;re not in a hurry. 🌮

The grilled salmon poke bowl hit the spot. Medium size was plenty filling, rice cooked right, crispy onions on top gave it a nice crunch. Flavor was solid, fish tasted fresh. Didn&#39;t need anything else after that bowl.

Been coming here for a while now, and the seasoning is always on point. That&rsquo;s something you don&rsquo;t always get in the Northeast. Food came out quick, staff didn&rsquo;t rush us. Just a solid spot I keep going back to.

Went with a few friends and we basically fought over the brie with pepper jelly 😅 so good. The shrimp and crispy Parma ham pizza was solid too, thin crust just how I like it. Only thing, the sauce on the side was kinda unnecessary. Nice spot for a casual hangout, nothing fancy but we had fun.

The churros here are legit. Real dulce de leche inside, not that fake stuff. Coffee was solid too. They got this bell on the table to call the waitress, kinda clever actually. Dessert hit the spot after the meal.

Stopped by for lunch and sat outside under the mango tree. Got the daily special, it was tasty and filling. Paid around what I&#39;d expect for a vegan spot in this area. Portion was decent, didn&#39;t leave hungry. Place is quiet, good for a chill meal. Not fancy, but does the job.

The cod was the highlight for me &mdash; really well done, flaky and full of flavor. The whole place has that old-school Portuguese vibe, even the staff dress the part. Pastel de nata was a nice way to end. Prices are a bit steep though, but I guess you pay for the experience. Would come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The grilled octopus here was spot on, tender and smoky. Place gets busy, but the caipirinha made the wait fine. Solid seafood spot in Jo&atilde;o Pessoa.

The pizza here is legit. Crust was a bit thinner than I like, but they load up the toppings so it didn&#39;t matter. Had the one with the spicy sausage and it hit the spot. Probably the best slice I&#39;ve found in Jo&atilde;o Pessoa so far.

The plantain moqueca was the star&mdash;rich, comforting, exactly what I wanted with a glass of wine. The bruschetta bread fell flat, though. And service moved at its own pace, so don&#39;t come starving. Dessert cheesecake made up for the wait, smooth and not too sweet. I&#39;d sit at the bar next time, maybe ask the bartender for a pairing.

The thin-crust pizza is really good, lots of flavor options. I went for the all-you-can-eat deal and it was worth it. Place feels cozy and organized, but it got a bit warm inside while I was eating. Nothing crazy, just noticeable. I&#39;d probably come back on a cooler day or sit near the door.

The burgers are solid, no doubt. Good patty, decent bun. But man, the wait after 7pm is rough. We stood around for a while before getting a table. Also, they bring everything in takeaway boxes even when you eat in. Kinda kills the vibe, feels wasteful. I get the concept, just wish they&#39;d use real plates.

Right across from the beach, so you can&#39;t beat the spot. Service was attentive but not hovering, which I appreciated. The pasta portion was generous, and the price felt fair for the area. Nothing fancy, but solid. I&#39;d come back if I&#39;m in the neighborhood again. Maybe just wish they had a bit more outdoor seating, it got a little crowded.

Came here with a few friends and honestly the vibe was the best part. Good AC, free parking, and the food was solid. Service was polite too. Only thing is it gets kinda loud when it&#39;s packed, so not the best spot if you want a chill conversation. But for a casual hangout? Totally fine. 😊

Decent spot for a healthy lunch in Jo&atilde;o Pessoa. Got the grilled chicken salad, portion was solid. AC seating inside helps. Prices fair, nothing crazy. Service was a bit slow but fine.

The place looks really Italian, I&rsquo;ll give them that. We ordered a pizza and a couple of pastas, all tasty. Portions are decent for the price, not huge but fair. Staff were nice, even cracked a joke or two. Just wish the pizza crust had a bit more char, but honestly, I left full and didn&rsquo;t feel ripped off.

The carne de sol here is legit &mdash; really well seasoned, not too dry. I&#39;d say it&#39;s up there with the best I&#39;ve had in the Northeast. Worth ordering if you&#39;re into regional food.

The grilled fish with rice was a solid plate, decent size for the price. Sat right on the beach, which made it easy to chill for a bit after eating. Prices are a bit steep though.

The grilled octopus was spot on, tender and smoky. I paired it with a glass of their Chilean sauvignon blanc, which cut through the richness nicely. Place was pretty lively for a Tuesday, but we still got a good table by the window. Service was a bit slow between courses, but nothing to complain about. Solid spot for a relaxed dinner with a decent wine list.

Service was solid &mdash; Clovis actually knew the menu and picked a good filet maasdam for me. No complaints, fair price for what you get.

Nice outdoor area, all green with those little fountains. Brought my dog, no issues. Good spot to just chill with friends, nothing fancy but does the job.

The Sertanejo Caf&eacute; fixed-price menu worked well for me since I was eating alone. Got to try a few local dishes without ordering too much. Staff were polite, no complaints there. They also have that pay-by-weight self-service thing, which looked decent too. Solid spot if you&#39;re in the area and hungry.

Rom&aacute;rio took care of us the whole night. Super attentive, knew the menu well. Made the whole experience way better.

The chicken stew and buchada came in huge portions, super flavorful. They even brought coffee at the end, nice touch. Place has a real family vibe.

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