Sao Paulo 🇧🇷 Japanese food Finally got to eat something really good

🏠 izakaya Cocoro 🗺️ R. Cubatão, 138 - Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP, 04013-000 ✨ A Japanese friend swore by this izakaya, and now I get why. Initially skeptical (SP has so many Japanese spots), but one sip of their sukiyaki broth? Game. Changed. Hands down the best sukiyaki I’ve had in the city. 🍢 Must-Order Triumvirate: • Sukiyaki (Beef Hot Pot): Tofu so tender it melts, thinly sliced wagyu, and broth with perfect sweet-savory balance. We had to order extra rice to soak up every drop. 🥘 • Grilled Ox Tongue: Cooked like picanha—seared with a sprinkle of salt. Insanely tender, with a satisfying chew. 👅 • Umeshu (Plum Wine): Got the 30rs "shot"—just a sip, but wow. Fruity, sweet, and dangerously smooth. Even non-drinkers will love it (warning: potent! One glass had me tipsy). 🍷 🌿 Ambiance Notes: Bright, clean, and minimalist—think white walls, wooden tables, and sake barrels as decor. Arrived at 1 PM on Sunday and waited 20 minutes—popular with both locals and Japanese expats. 💰 Price Breakdown: • Sukiyaki for two: ~160rs • Ox tongue: 35rs • Umeshu: 30rs Total per person: ~108rs. Steep for izakaya, but worth every penny for that sukiyaki. ⭐ Final Take: Come for the soul-warming sukiyaki, stay for the umeshu. Perfect for a special occasion or when you need a taste of authentic Japan. Just remember to make a reservation—or prepare to wait. #AuthenticJapanese #SukiyakiGoals #UmeshuLove #IzakayaHeaven #OverseasEats