Shin-zushi

São Paulo, Brazil

Billed as São Paulo’s most authentic sushi experience, Shin-zushi is a transportive slice of Tokyo, tucked into the thrumming streets of Paraíso. With its unassuming decor and nostalgic Nippon charm, this is a place where the spotlight stays firmly on the food. Behind the counter, owners Ken and Nobu Mizumoto share the reins, sharply dressed and presiding over a team of chefs who craft gleaming sashimi, hand-pressed nigiri made with São Paulo’s finest fish, and meticulously curated edo-style tasting menus. The a la carte menu doesn’t disappoint either, dishing up everything from delicate sushi to soul-soothing bowls of udon. Regulars are greeted like old friends, and counter diners get a front-row seat to the magic – every slice, shape and plate a study in precision. The Mizumoto brothers have done more than recreate a restaurant: they’ve captured the heart of a Tokyo sushi bar, offering an experience as warm as it is unforgettable.

Key Information

• Average price per person $30
• Tasting menu from $120
• Lunch and dinner: Tues – Sat
• 55 11 3889-8700
• Visit Shin-zushi's Website

Location

R. Afonso de Freitas, 169, Paraíso, São Paulo,