Cruzeiros Bar in Sao Paulo, Brazil
đ„© Cruzeiros Bar: SĂŁo Paulo's Budget-Friendly Steak Paradise on Paulista Avenue After seeing rave reviews on Xiaohongshu, I finally visited this Brazilian steakhouseâopted for the Paulista Avenue branch (near Shopping Center 3) since the main store is too far (bonus: my classmate is the chef here!). Casual vibes, wallet-friendly prices, and carnivore-approved dishes: đ Must-Order Steaks: Tender, Juicy, & Shockingly Affordable Tomahawk Steak (Steal of the Century!): Massive bone-in ribeye grilled tablesideâtender, juicy, and way cheaper than other SP steakhouses. đ„© Perfect medium-rare finish, no need for fancy sauces. Picanha (Brazilâs Beloved Sirloin): Thick-cut slices (6â7 per order!) of perfectly seasoned beef. đ„ So generous, four of us barely finishedâcrispy fat edge adds extra flavor. đ„ Surprise Hit: Complimentary Brazilian Fried Rice Served with Steaks, But So Good: Fluffy rice fried with eggs and veggiesâwho knew Brazilian rice could be this addictive? đ Creamy, savory, and begging for a second serving (ask nicely, they might refill!). đ„ Mixed Review: Palmito (Heart of Palm) Texture Note: Less tender than in salads, but sprinkled with their house spice blend, itâs passable. â Die-hard palmito fans might prefer it in a salad, but itâs a decent side. đĄ Pro Tips for Your Visit Branch Location: 2nd floor of Shopping Center 3, Avenida Paulistaâcloser than the main store, same quality. Portion Strategy: Share a tomahawk and picanha between 4 peopleâadd the fried rice and youâll leave stuffed. Price Tag: R$120â150/person for steak, sides, and drinksâunbeatable for prime Brazilian beef. đ Final Verdict: Where Locals Go for No-Fuss Steak Go if: You want high-quality steak without breaking the bank Youâre curious about Brazilian-style fried rice You prefer casual dining over stuffy steakhouses Cruzeiros Bar proves that great steak doesnât need a luxury price tag. Come for the tomahawk, stay for the fried rice, and leave planning your next meat feast. đâš đ Address: Avenida Paulista, 2064 - 2nd Floor, Cerqueira CĂ©sar, SĂŁo Paulo (01310-928) #SaoPaulo #Brazil #Steakhouse #PaulistaAvenueEats #BudgetFriendly