See 17 options for fun and excellent cuisine
Several new enterprises have been opened in recent years in the capital of Bahia, joining already traditional spaces in the city. Pituba, a traditionally residential neighborhood, has increasingly become one of the “spots” of Salvador’s nightlife. Bars, restaurants, burger places and even sushi bars were opened there in recent years, becoming great options for both those who live in the neighborhood and for people from more distant neighborhoods — since Pituba is located in a central region of the city.
Here, we have gathered tips for 17 places to enjoy in Pituba, including some you didn’t even know existed and some with excellent cuisine:
Place name: Kion’s Kitchen
Address: Angélicas Street, 270 – Pituba
Go there: Kion’s Kitchen provides an immersion in South Korean culture, not only with typical foods, but with a space where customers can even sing karaoke, a typical hobby among South Koreans. The venue opened in June 2021, becoming the city’s first physical South Korean food restaurant. The head of the establishment is chef Kion Seo.
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday from 12 pm to 8 pm / Thursday to Saturday from 12 pm to 9 pm
More info: @kionskitchen
Place name: Jiló Restaurante
Address: Alameda Salerno, 49 – Pituba, Salvador – BA, 41830-500
Go there: After 7 years in Itacaré, in the south of Bahia, chef Ícaro Rosa and his wife Elen Luz brought Jiló Restaurante to Salvador, in a cozy space with incredible gastronomic flavors in the Pituba neighborhood. The restaurant brings what the chef considers a “world cuisine”, with influences from different places, from Japan and Thailand, passing through France and arriving in Brazil, from where he also brings his mother’s cuisine as inspiration.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, for dinner only, from 7 pm to 11 pm.
More information: @jilosalvador and 71 9681-6517
Place name: Boia Restaurante
Address: Hortênsias Street, 288, Pituba
Go there: Those who watched Woody Woodpecker in Brazil are used to hearing “boia” as a synonym for food. Well then: how about some “boia” in the Boia? This restaurant on Hortênsias Street specializes in seafood, from traditional dishes to variations like hamburgers. There are also options for beers, drinks and draft beer. On weekends, there is a live samba that welcomes famous guests and moves the entire street.
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm; Saturday: 5 pm to 10:30 pm; Sunday: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
More info: @boiarestaurante
Place name: O Porco
Address: Território do Acre Street, 101, Pituba
Go there: Pork in Brazilian restaurants usually takes a back seat, but it is the big star of the O Porco restaurant. Founded by chefs specializing in pork, the place offers several options for those who want to try a meat with less fat and as tasty as beef.
Opening hours:
Mon to Thurs: 12pm -4pm | 6pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Sun: 12pm – 5pm
More info: @oporcoofficial71
Place name: Confeitaria Priscilla Diniz
Address: Rosas Street, 78, Pituba
Go there: Salvador’s most famous and respected confectionery opened a unit in Pituba during the pandemic. There, you will find some of the best cakes, brigadeiros and many other delicacies.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm
More info: @priscilladiniz
Place name: Vila da Terra
Address: Hortênsias Street, 448 – Pituba
Go there: “Spice on the plate, flavor in life” is the motto of Vila da Terra, inaugurated in January 2021. The restaurant aims to provide a good gastronomic experience with healthy, quality, well-seasoned and reasonably priced food. Customers also have the option to take home meals and natural products, such as kombucha, vegan spreads and juices.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm
More info: @viladaterra
Place name: Marreco
Address: Rosas Street, 148, Pituba
Go there: Opened in 2021, Marreco stands out for maintaining a traditional “boteco’s” atmosphere: cold beer, American glasses and several options of tasty appetizers – especially the cupim beef ragu with fried cassava.
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 6 pm to 12 am; Friday: 5:30 pm to 2 am; Saturday: 4:30 pm to 1 am; Sunday: 4:30 pm to 10:30 pm
More info: @o_marreco
Place name: Caranguegin
Address: Minas Gerais Street, 643 – Pituba
Go there: The bar is perfect for those who want to gather friends in a comfortable atmosphere, with a cold beer and tasty snacks. The place has a very colorful and inviting visual identity, as well as a very good staff.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday from 4 pm to 11 pm / Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 11 pm / Sunday and holidays from 11 am to 8 pm
More info: @caranguegin
Place name: Decanter Salvador
Address: Alexandre Herculano Street, 18 – 02 – Pituba
Go there: To promote the wine culture in Salvador, wine place Decanter offers high quality wines and sparkling wines to pair with all types of side dishes. The place brings to Brazil an European concept of stores with space for tasting. There, you can even find a wine bar, where wine happy hours are held.
Opening hours: Monday from 12 pm to 6 pm / Tuesday to Friday from 8 am to 10 pm / Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm
More info: @decantersalvador
Place name: Arabesque Empório Árabe
Address: Dálias Street, 505 – Pituba
Go there: With belly dancing performances, the restaurant offers traditional dishes of Arab cuisine, in addition to drinks. The atmosphere is calm and cozy.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday starting at 11 am
More info: @arabesque.emporio
Place name: Bravo Burguer & Beer
Address: Rosas Street, 172, Pituba
Go there: Also on Rosas Street, Bravo, one of the most traditional burger places in Salvador, opened its new unit in Pituba. The menu and flavor are already well known by hamburger lovers, in addition to the beers and milkshakes that pair well with the house meats.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 5 pm to 10 pm; Friday to Sunday: 6 pm to 12 am
More info: @eusoubravo
Place name: Aleatórios
Address: Miguel Navarro y Cañizares Street, 234, Pituba
Vai lá: Aleatórios stands out mainly because of the live music shows – with a focus on country, piseiro and samba attractions. Arrive early if possible, before 8 pm, to enjoy the Happy Hour, with reduced prices on drinks and beer, which costs R$ 6.50.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 6 pm to 12 am; Friday 6 pm to 2 am; Saturday: 3 pm to 2 am; and Sunday: 6 pm to 11 pm
More info: @_aleatoriosbar
Place name: Salsero
Address: Alexandre Herculano Street, 29, Pituba
Go there: Anyone who loves meat cannot fail to visit Salsero. The place mixes noble cuts, with equally delicious pizzas and hamburgers. To accompany, there are draft beers and drinks, turning the place into a great choice for a night out.
Opening hours: Tuesday: 11:40 am to 3 pm / 5:40 pm to 10 pm; Wednesday and Thursday: 11:40 am to 3 pm / 5:40 pm to 11 pm ; Friday and Saturday: 11:40 am to 11 pm; Sunday: 11:40 am to 10 pm
More info: @salsero
Place name: Oriental Prime
Address: Espírito Santo Street, 20, Pituba
Go there: The big difference there is the all-you-can-eat Chinese food for R$ 59.90 at lunch. There are several options for typical dishes, including, of course, rolls and yakisoba.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 11:30 am to 3 pm / 6 pm to 11 pm; Friday: 11:30 am to 3 pm / 5:30 pm to midnight; Saturday: 11:30 am to midnight; Sunday: 11:30 am to 11:00 pm
More info: @orientalprimerestaurante
Place name: Kaiyo Sushi
Address: Minas Gerais Street, 229, Pituba
Go there: One of the best all-you-can-eat sushi bars in town, Kaiyo stands out for offering high quality and flavorful products at more attractive prices than its competitors. The buffet costs, for example, R$ 190 for the couple on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 6:30 pm to 11:30 pm; and Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm
More info: @kaiyosushibaroficial
Place name: Pepo Restaurant
Address: Amazonas Street, 1111, Pituba
Go there: With Italian aesthetics, Villa San Luigi has become one of the most visited and photographed places in Pituba. In the Villa’s heart, there is the Pepo Restaurant, which stands out for its mix of Italian and contemporary cuisine.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 12:30 pm to 3 pm / 7 pm to 11:30 pm; and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm
More info: @pepo.restaurante
Place name: Coffeetown
Address: Amazonas Street, 1111, Pituba
Go there: Also at Villa San Luigi, Coffetown, in its unit in Pituba, honors the tradition of offering one of the best coffees in Salvador, with several options of the drink, and also of food to accompany.
Opening hours: daily from 8:30 am to 9:30 pm
More info: @coffetownsalvador
Place name: Café Bolo da Luz
Address: Mato Grosso Street, 174, Pituba
Go there: The place mixes regional and traditional cuisine with unpublished dishes. In a cozy space, the public can try, among other options, the ham, beef and sausage sandwiches, in addition to the shrimp, chicken, leek and turkey breast quiches with salad. Great choice for a late afternoon coffee.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 7 pm, and on Saturdays from 7 am to 1 pm
More info: @bolodaluz
