São Paulo Nightlife: 35 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in São Paulo

São Cristóvão

Nightlife 5 2

By Sheila

A fan of football? Come and join us!

São Cristóvão

5

Among the hundreds of pub options in Vila Madalena, São Cristóvão is a rare authentic one, with a strong personality. Beer and french fries are guaranteed and the options of "croquetes" and steaks are also there. Besides that, you can even buy a soccer T-shirt when you pay it a visit.

by Sheila

Trackers

Nightlife 5 2

By Sheila

Where almost everything can happen

Trackers

5

So many different tribes meet here that the atmosphere can be amazingly crazy. The shape of the building and the number of different rooms and music going on at the same time is super fun. Enjoy the view of São Paulo downtown from its balconies and if you are a night kind of person, wait for the sunrise and see the beginning of the day from there.

by Sheila

Sub Astor

Nightlife 5 2

By Sheila

The fancy side of the underground

Sub Astor

5

If you feel like having a relaxing comfort time after walking around the neighbourhood during the day, it’s an excellent option to have a break. First dinner upstairs, then drinks downstairs is also a very common and delicious combination.

by Sheila

Empanadas Bar

Nightlife 4 0

By Sheila

Argentina and Brazil in harmony

Empanadas Bar

4

This is the best place in town to explore all the tastes and possibilities of empanadas. Meat is the traditional one, but flavours such as "palmito" (heart of palm), spinach, "carne seca" (a Brazilian hit) and the "catupiry" options (the Brazilian cream cheese) are also great choices.

by Sheila

Jazz nos Fundos Jazz at the back

Nightlife 11 4

By Bel

Good Jazz in São Paulo

Jazz nos Fundos Jazz at the back

11

Relaxed and alternative crowd around their 35's interacts with the musicians in a very cosy and dim atmosphere. They also host exhibitions of young artists sometimes and proof that jazz music doesn't always have to be chic and sophisticated.

by Bel

Skye Bar

Nightlife 7 3

By Sheila

From the top

Skye Bar

7

If you are a fan of sky bars, the view is actually gorgeous. Not too high though, but still amazing. Perfect for Summer or warm nights, bringing the feeling of being outdoors to its most. Enjoy a cocktail, some food and good talks watching life passing down there.

by Sheila

Nos Trilhos

Nightlife 7 2

By Donatella

Best Open Air Parties in Train Cemetery

Nos Trilhos

7

Without a doubt, best open air parties in São Paulo ever. Whether you are into drugs or not, you'll have a blast. Many places & different musical scenes to explore during the night. Stay until sunrise and you'll see the first paulista metros passing by while dancing.

by Donatella

Vila Madalena

Nightlife 8 1

By Sheila

Hippie chic

Vila Madalena

8

Vila Madalena is a huge open air shopping mall, where you can find from fashion to house utilities, cool furniture, buy organic food and even take a shopping break at the end of the day with a cold chope (the Brazilian famous draft beer) to relax. It's one of the best places in town to try it from one pub to another.

by Sheila

Casa das Caldeiras

Nightlife 5 1

By Donatella

Chill-Out & Dance in Old Brick Factory

Casa das Caldeiras

5

Amazing place, free entry, great local artisans and food. It is a great way to experience Brazilian music & dance moves ranging from latino electronic music to samba rock and maracatu. Definitely something that should be on your list.

by Donatella

Ó do Borogodó

Nightlife 6 1

By Donatella

Warm up your samba moves with locals!

Ó do Borogodó

6

Whether you're in to dance samba till sunrise, to meet your future husband/wife or just to listen to some quality samba music along with a good cold Brazilian beer, ó do Borogodó is definitely the place to be! The concerts start around midnight.

by Donatella

Bar das Batidas - o C do Padre

Nightlife 4 0

By Sheila

The real "boteco"

Bar das Batidas - o C do Padre

4

You will not find drinks like these anywhere else: the mixtures are prepared in advanced with secret recipes passed through generations. The decoration is kitsch and traditional for these kind of places, with cheese and salami hanging from the ceiling. Chatting with the owners and regular clients will add a special flavour to this experience.

by Sheila

D-Edge

Nightlife 4 1

By Sheila

Sound and Light

D-Edge

4

It's considered by many international lists as one of the best nightclubs in the world. The light design of the house is just awesome: exclusive and specially made for the club, it's an experience for your senses.

by Sheila

Virada Cultural

Nightlife 4 2

By Sheila

The Brazilian "Nuit Blanche"

Virada Cultural

4

It’s a great moment to understand São Paulo, Brazilian cultural production made for all tastes, how people have fun and so on. It’s also one of the nights that you'll fell like you are in an European city: safe, with people walking everywhere during the whole night, 24 hour transportation. It happens in May.

by Sheila

Mercearia São Pedro

Restaurants 4 0

By Sheila

A book, some beer, and “pastel”, please!

Mercearia São Pedro

4

Besides always having good Brazilian food and cold beer, they also serve the famous “pastel” - and it’s a must try! Don’t bother ordering, once they have a new fresh batch coming from the kitchen the friendly waiters will walk around the tables offering them. An experience from the beginning to the end.

by Sheila

Casa de Francisca

Nightlife 3 2

By Sheila

Francisca's home, your home

Casa de Francisca

3

The concerts are cozy, the quality of the shows is good - and so are the groups who perform there. It’s a great option to have a pleasant time in São Paulo, feeling like, somehow, you are a bit lost in time (in the best way possible).

by Sheila