Tacos in Brazil

Mexican taco scene

Carnitas and new combinations in São Paulo

The place: São Paulo

São Paulo is a large inland city in southeastern Brazil. Its varied restaurant culture includes Mexican taquerías and kitchens combining Mexican techniques with Brazilian ingredients.

Pinheiros area, São Paulo
Pinheiros area, São Paulo. Agent010 · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized; WebP conversion.

The food

Tacos de carnitas
Tacos de carnitas. Photo: Luis16k · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized; WebP conversion.

Taco culture

A 2026 Folha report on LosDos Taqueria describes carnitas tacos alongside more experimental fillings and a crisp potato flauta. This gives a concrete starting point for tacos in São Paulo without inventing a national Brazilian taco style.

Metzi, a separate restaurant, describes its broader cooking as a dialogue between Mexico and Brazil. The carnitas image is a representative illustration of the pork taco, not a plate photographed at either restaurant. Consult the linked sources and current venue menus when planning a visit.

Explore the dishes and places

Sources and further reading

  1. Folha: LosDos Taqueria, August 2026
  2. Metzi: Mexico and Brazil
  3. São Paulo geographic context

Guide reviewed October 10, 2026. Restaurant menus and locations can change.

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