Mocotó

Mocotó is an iconic restaurant located in the working-class neighborhood of Vila Medeiros, in the northern area of São Paulo. Founded in the 1970s by José Oliveira de Almeida and now led by his son Rodrigo Oliveira, it represents one of the most authentic expressions of northeastern Brazilian cuisine. In a lively and welcoming atmosphere, Mocotó celebrates the flavors of the Pernambuco sertão with signature dishes such as caldo de mocotó, escondidinho of dried meat, and the famous dadinhos de tapioca, which have become a global phenomenon. Tradition and innovation coexist in a culinary project that connects roots, community, and Brazilian identity, transforming the outskirts into a landmark of contemporary food culture.