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Their coxinha is the default post-nightlife fuel for the city's youth; they are produced in massive quantities but maintain a surprisingly high level of quality and freshness at all hours. — Cerqueira César

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3:00 AM; the city's most famous 24-hour padaria is always busy.

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Their coxinhas are rustic and traditional, served in a lively environment filled with memorabilia of the city's famous composer Adoniran Barbosa. — Vila Madalena

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6:00 PM; a themed bar that celebrates the golden age of São Paulo's samba and boteco culture.

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5:00 PM; a staple of the local "café da tarde" (afternoon coffee) ritual.

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A historic institution since 1922; while legendary for the Bauru, their mortadella and cheese sandwiches follow traditional, high-quality preparation methods. — various (Largo do Paissandú)

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12:00 PM for a historic lunch; this is the birthplace of the Bauru sandwich but serves all classics.

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While famous for burgers and pastrami, their "Coxinha de Pastrami" is a unique, high-end SP fusion that has become a cult favorite for its smoky, savory flavor. — various (Pinheiros / Jardins)

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12:00 PM; a trendy, Jewish-deli influenced spot that is always packed.

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A premium lanchonete chain that recreates the 1950s São Paulo diner experience; their mortadella sandwich uses artisanal bread and premium meats in a stylish setting. — various

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7:00 PM for a high-quality, nostalgic "diner" style meal.

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The ultimate "informal" experience; while quality can vary, eating a warm coxinha from a vendor while sitting on the grass in the city's most famous park is a quintessential local experience. — Ibirapuera Park

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3:00 PM on a sunny Sunday when the park is at its busiest.

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Famous for their "Coxinha de Pernil" (roast pork), a savory and heavy variation that is unique to their bakery and has a loyal following. — various

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3:00 PM; a high-end bakery chain known for exceptional savory snacks.

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Offers a high-end coxinha experience with a spectacular view of the city center; the version here is elegant and uses premium ingredients to match the sophisticated setting. — Centro (Farol Santander)

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11:00 AM; located inside one of the city's most iconic Art Deco skyscrapers.

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A premium choice for travelers; their coxinhas are highly standardized, very large, and served in a clean, upscale environment with excellent table service. — various (e.g., Jardins / Itaim)

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4:00 PM; a sophisticated and high-end confectionary chain.

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Offers a highly standardized and consistent pastel experience with a massive variety of over 60 fillings, including sweet dessert options with chocolate and fruit. — Vila Leopoldina

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11:30 AM; caters to the upscale residential and media-industry crowd of the West Zone.

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Famous for their miniature, ultra-crispy pastéis that are served as "petiscos" (appetizers) to accompany ice-cold beer in a traditional, family-run setting. — Saúde

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6:00 PM; a historic "izakaya-boteco" fusion known for incredible fried snacks.

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The most atmospheric way to eat; while pastéis are the main draw, the charcuterie stalls in these neighborhood markets sell fresh rolls and sliced mortadella for a DIY snack. — throughout the city

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10:00 AM; look for the "Pastel" stalls which often also prepare simple bread-and-mortadella rolls.

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While originally from Sorocaba, their coxinhas have reached legendary status in SP; they are famous for being large, extremely consistent, and having a perfect meat-to-cream-cheese ratio. — various (e.g., Vila Mariana / Sorocaba)

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10:00 AM for a fresh morning snack.

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A massive national chain where you can get a standardized, smaller-format mortadella sandwich that is a safe and affordable option for travelers on the move. — various

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4:00 PM for a quick snack while commuting.

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A destination bar famous for its massive beer list and its legendary miniature coxinhas, which are packed with seasoned chicken and Catupiry; they have been winning "Best Coxinha" awards for decades. — Freguesia do Ó

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1:00 PM on a Saturday; the setting on a historic, colonial square is one of the most beautiful in the city.

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Famous for having over 50 types of coxinhas, they also serve an "over-the-top" mortadella sandwich that appeals to the city's serious sandwich enthusiasts. — Vila Zelina

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2:00 PM on a Saturday; a destination spot for snack lovers in the city's East Zone.

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Widely considered to have the best coxinha in the world; their version is notoriously creamy, with a crust so thin and crisp it shatters on impact. Pairing it with their award-winning caipirinhas is a mandatory SP ritual. — Vila Mariana

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5:00 PM on a Tuesday; the line for a table can exceed 2 hours on weekends.

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A classic neighborhood boteco known for exceptional cold cuts and "tiras" (strips) of mortadella that can be ordered in sandwich form for a simple, local experience. — Moema

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6:00 PM for a neighborhood happy hour with high-quality boteco snacks.

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