Jericoacoara The Northeast, Brazil Travel Guide
The food in Jericoacoara speaks of adaptation and resourcefulness. For generations, the local community relied on the ocean for sustenance, making seafood central to the diet.
Brazilian culture influences also appear in the flavors. This fusion results in flavorful, often hearty dishes. Simple preparations highlight fresh ingredient quality.
Fresh fish, shrimp, and lobster are omnipresent. Often grilled, fried, or stewed.
A versatile root vegetable, appears fried, boiled, or as flour (farofa). A comforting, starchy base.
Coconut milk a feature in stews like moquecas. Tropical fruits like mango, passion fruit, açaí, and caju are abundant.
Fresh fish cooked in a clay roof tile, often with coconut sauce. Moqueca is a rich fish and shrimp a casserole with coconut milk and palm oil.
Find in many traditional Jericoacoara restaurants.
Grilled lobster, often served with rice and salad. Bobó de Camarão is a rich and smooth shrimp stew with cassava puree.
Lobster's natural sweetness stands out.
Sun-dried beef, a staple, served with cassava or rice and beans. Tapioca is a versatile cassava starch crepe with various fillings.
Tapioca is a breakfast or snack option.
Tapioca, espetinhos (grilled skewers of meat/cheese), pastéis (fried pastries), Queijo Coalho (grilled cheese on a stick).
Cocada (coconut candy), Pudim de Leite Condensado (Brazilian flan), Açaí na Tigela (açaí berry smoothie bowl).
While not "fine dining" in the subwaypolitan sense, places like Naquela and Restaurante do Essenza present a more upscale vibe and refined cuisine.
The majority of Jericoacoara's restaurants fall into this category. They strike a balance of quality, comfort, and reasonable prices.
Many street vendors line Rua Principal in the evenings. Search for small, unpretentious eateries away from main tourist streets.
Due to the diverse tourist base, international cuisine options appear in Jericoacoara.
Pizza, pasta, some Asian fusion dishes, and other international favorites are available.
This diversity has a break if you desire non-local flavors.
Many smaller spots cater to these tastes.
Increasingly available. Tapioca (gluten-free) a good option. Use "Eu sou vegetariano/vegana."
Extremely limited. Plan to self-cater or rely on naturally compliant items.
Tapioca is naturally gluten-free. Communicate clearly. Carry translation cards for serious allergic reactions.
Translation apps are helpful. Inquire directly. Self-catering is a good backup.
Do not hesitate to ask your waiter for recommendations. They often know the freshest catch of the day or local specialties.
Local staff are a great resource for food options.
Learning a few Portuguese phrases to explain dietary needs. "Sou vegetariano/vegana" or "sem carne/frango/peixe" is helpful.
This shows respect and makes ordering simpler.
Many of Jeri's best food moments happen at simple beach shacks or lively street stalls.
For a memorable dining experience, select a restaurant with tables set directly on the sand.
Jericoacoara's culinary scene is a blend of traditional flavors and diverse dining spots. Explore with an open mind and palate.
