A dream come true, Picanha Meat and More is a restaurant and steak house — located at No. 3 Aigyptou Street in Ladadika — that tells the story of an entire country’s culinary tradition through its menu. If you’re truly curious to try Brazilian recipes — and especially if you’re a fan of meat cuts and meat-lovers’ cuisine in general — then this vibrant, colorful place is a must-discover. Open since 2018, it was created by an owner who knows Brazilian food inside and out, bringing us authentic Brazilian flavors every day.

Bruno Cardoso, a Brazilian who grew up with one great love — football — and ended up pursuing his second love — cooking, came to Greece in 2001. After retiring from his sports career, he followed his passion for food. He studied culinary arts in his hometown of Rio de Janeiro, specializing in beef cuts, and in 2018, he opened Thessaloniki’s very first “purebred” Brazilian restaurant.

For Bruno, Picanha isn’t just a business. It’s a lifelong dream, and he considers himself lucky to live it. From the very first dish to every small detail of the décor, everything bears his signature and reflects the joy and spirit of his homeland. He cooks, explains, serves, and hosts — in every sense of the word — acting as an ambassador of a food culture he genuinely loves.

His Philosophy?

To introduce the people of Thessaloniki — and its visitors — to Brazil’s home-style cuisine. Every taste you’d encounter in a Brazilian household can be found in this truly special steak house.

Comfort Food with a Brazilian Signature

At Picanha, you’ll find flavors that are rare to come across. From:
• Coxinha – Brazil’s No. 1 street food, a crispy croquette filled with chicken and cream cheese
• Pastel – a crunchy pie with ground beef or yellow cheese
• Pão de queijo – cheese bread made from tapioca starch, fluffy and irresistible
• Feijão preto – black beans served with rice and farofa (a traditional toasted cassava flour)
• Mandioca – a root vegetable that grows only in tropical regions and is a staple at every Brazilian table

Here, every starter is simple, traditional, and full of history and nostalgia. It’s where you’ll discover a new kind of comfort food with exotic origins that just might become your favorite!

The Art of Meat

The restaurant’s name is no coincidence. Picanha, the famous Brazilian cut of beef with its signature fat cap, is the queen of the menu. Bruno grills the meat as only Brazilians know how, and explains the philosophy behind each cut to his guests.

The menu, exclusively focused on beef, includes premium Black Angus cuts such as:
• Fraldinha steak – a rich-flavored flap cut
• Alcatra steak – the heart of the sirloin
• Ribeye, tomahawk, bavette, and of course, the tender, flavorful picanha itself

More than ten different cuts, tailored to every taste. All dishes are made with love and carefully selected ingredients — both from local producers and exotic imports — making every bite the beginning of a culinary journey.

The well-trained staff is there to explain, guide, and help you choose the cuts that best match your preferences.

Caipirinha, just like in Brazil

No Brazilian experience is complete without the national cocktail. The Picanha caipirinha is authentic: Brazilian cachaça, fresh lime, sugar — just as you’d enjoy it anywhere in Brazil. Cool, refreshing, perfect alongside any dish, or simply to sip and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
Wine lover? The restaurant offers hand-picked labels from Chile and Latin America, selected to pair beautifully with the meat and featured in the well-curated wine cellar.

A space full of color and life

The restaurant is designed to transport every guest. With green and red tones, photos from Brazil, and music to match the rhythm, it’s a warm, friendly space that makes you feel like a guest in a Brazilian home.

Guests — both locals and tourists — keep coming back. Because here, it’s not just about good food. It’s about a complete experience that takes you to another continent.

“Picanha Meat and More” has earned its place among Thessaloniki’s Top 100 dining spots — and it promises that, for a juicy picanha or an authentic caipirinha, all it takes is a walk to the heart of the city, to the picturesque streets of Ladadika. Here, every meal is a trip full of Brazilian flavors, colors, and aromas.

Tips:
• Tip 1: Open daily from 13:00 to 23:00
• Tip 2: Reservation is recommended during peak hours
• Tip 3: You can view the full menu online. Delivery is also available via Wolt.