Mercado Municipal de Pinheiros is a food market at Rua Pedro Cristi, 89, in São Paulo’s Pinheiros neighborhood. Browse stalls selling produce, meat, fish and groceries, including ingredients sourced from across Brazil. The renovated market also has places to eat, with options ranging from Brazilian regional dishes to Peruvian ceviche and pizza. Stop for lunch on the mezzanine, then look around the shops around the market’s perimeter. Some items can feel pricey, so compare stalls before buying.
A market at the same address since 1971
Mercado Municipal de Pinheiros has operated at its current address since 1971. A major renovation in recent years updated the market, and chefs Alex Atala, Rodrigo Oliveira and Checho Gonzales later opened stalls and restaurants here.
The market is in Pinheiros, in the western part of São Paulo. Its food stalls and specialist shops bring together produce and ingredients from around Brazil, including less common products that can be harder to find elsewhere.
Lunch on the mezzanine
The mezzanine has a collection of small restaurants, making it a practical place to pause between market stalls. Brazilian comfort food such as baião de dois and tapioca sits alongside Peruvian ceviche and other options, including pizza.
For a taste of market staples, look for a mortadella sandwich or oysters. If you are buying groceries, compare prices across stalls; some products may cost more than expected. The shops around the market’s perimeter are another place to browse for distinctive finds.
FAQ
Where is Mercado Municipal de Pinheiros?
It is at Rua Pedro Cristi, 89, in the Pinheiros neighborhood of São Paulo.
Is Mercado Municipal de Pinheiros open on Sundays?
No. It is closed on Sundays.
What can you eat at Mercado Municipal de Pinheiros?
Options include baião de dois, tapioca, Peruvian ceviche, pizza, mortadella sandwiches and oysters.
What are the market’s opening hours?
It is open Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM.
