Sao Paulo - Nightlife - Bohemian

Praça Dom José Gaspar, 42, Sao Paulo 01047-010
11-3237-0771

Paribar

Historic low-key drinking den that once brought together leftist politicians, musicians and journalists—rumor has it Fidel Castro got his drink on here—re-opens as a casual pub. Owner u... read more

R. Delfina, 163 , Sao Paulo 05443-010
11-3815-1364

Push past red velvet curtains to enter New York-style speakeasy housed literally under the guise of Astor bar/restaurant hidden in the basement. Posters of sexy pin-up girls on the walls and barmen... read more

Al. Itu, 1548, Sao Paulo 01421-001
11-3854-6518

Squat

Visually busy, mock European artists’ and students’ haven is firmly middle class. Decorator obviously reveled in (mis)appropriation: panty hose covers lights, mirrors usurp tennis racke... read more

R. Deputado Lacerda Franco, 293, Sao Paulo 05418-000
11-3813-3111

Bar Do Cidao

The biggest kept secret in Brazil. It's name means 'Citizens Joint' . Easy to see why. All the greats of samba come to grab a beer and perform here in front of fans - artists, painters, poets... read more

Av. Cidade Jardim, 60, Sao Paulo 01454-000
11-3083-0399

Pandoro

Reopened, historical ‘50s-style boteco serves its signature caju amigo drink (cashew apple juice, gin, sugar) to uptown businessmen who tend to close deals over liquor and linguica. French-ca... read more