Trapiche 33

Trapiche 33 is a Brazilian seafood restaurant on Rua Bento de Andrade in Jardim Paulista, specialising in coastal Bahian and Brazilian preparations rather than the churrasco and Italian traditions more common in the surrounding Jardins area. The signature moqueca de peixe, a Bahian fish stew simmered in coconut milk, dendê palm oil and peppers, anchors the menu, alongside casquinha de siri, a baked stuffed crab dish, and camarão VG, a shrimp preparation named for the restaurant. Portions tend to be generous and often designed for sharing, in keeping with the traditional style of Brazilian seafood houses. The dining room is casual and warmly decorated, evoking a coastal, beach-house feel that stands out from the more formal fine-dining options nearby, with a relaxed pace suited to a long lunch or leisurely dinner rather than a quick meal. There is no significant wine programme beyond a modest list geared toward pairing with seafood, and caipirinhas and other Brazilian cocktails are a common accompaniment. Sunday service, when the restaurant closes earlier at 5PM, tends to draw families for a late lunch. Reservations are recommended, particularly for weekend service, given the restaurant's popularity for its moqueca among locals seeking Bahian food outside of Bahia itself.