Kotori
Japanese-Western Yōshoku · São Paulo · Chef Thiago Bañares
Ranked No. 55 in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025, Kotori is led by chef Thiago Bañares in São Paulo. The menu focuses on Japanese yōshoku cuisine, serving charcoal-grilled yakitori skewers and hot dishes from an open kitchen framed by a suspended wooden lattice ceiling.
Pinheiros, São Paulo, São Paulo
- #55 Latin America's 50 Best 2025
Menu
Dishes
- Wagyu Korean Tartare – sesame, mayo, daikon pickle (65)
- Cantonese Broccoli – sautéed (45)
- Tonkatsu (78) — Crispy breaded pork cutlet
- Korokke (45) — Japanese croquettes with creamy potato
- Hayashi Rice (72) — Rice with hashed beef in demi-glace
- Ebi Fry (68) — Panko-breaded fried shrimp
- Curry Rice (55) — Japanese curry with rice
- Hamburg Steak (85) — Japanese-style hamburger steak with demi-glace
- Omurice (65) — Ketchup rice wrapped in soft omelet
- Napolitan (58) — Japanese spaghetti with ketchup-based sauce
Cocktails
- Budget around (200)
Tasting Menu
- Kotori Omakase (280) — Chef's selection of yōshoku courses
The Experience
Expect a relaxed atmosphere. A good fit for dining solo.
- Occasion: Solo
- Atmosphere: Relaxed
Phone: +55 11 3891-0043
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