D.O.M. (Brazil)

An unforgettable experience at D.O.M. in São Paulo. The food was exceptional from beginning to end : creative, sophisticated, beautifully presented, and full of incredible flavours. Every course felt carefully thought through, and the attention to detail was truly remarkable. Only one meal I found bitter but the rest was exotic and amazing. The entire team was outstanding: professional, knowledgeable, warm, and attentive without ever being intrusive. The service matched the quality of the cuisine and made the evening feel genuinely special. They even brought me a second one of my favourite dessert. Just to please me. This is extra level! We love it! The only small disappointment was that Atalla, (owner) who was present in the restaurant during our visit, didn’t come over to greet us or acknowledge our table. Of course, this is a very minor point compared with the overall experience, but at this level of dining, a brief personal welcome or thank-you from the chef/owner can make the experience even more memorable. Especially to my husband that is French and foreigner visiting the country. We are used with 3 and 2 stars restaurants and usually they make the experience more personal. I have experienced this at several excellent restaurants in Europe, Asia and NY where chefs make a point of visiting tables personally, even if only for a moment, to thank guests for coming. I think that small gesture would be a wonderful addition to an already exceptional experience. Overall, D.O.M. is a truly remarkable restaurant and one of the most memorable dining experiences in São Paulo. The cuisine is extraordinary, the team is excellent, and the experience is absolutely worth having.

I am still thinking about this meal and experience. First, the restaurant itself creates a truly unique ambiance--blending traditional Brazilian styles, textures, and feelings with modern aesthetics. The staff also are extremely hospitable and go out of their way to ensure that your experience matches (and exceeds) all expectations. Most importantly, the food is exceptional. I opted for the Executive Lunch and was blown away by the elevated offering of the traditional beans & rice of Brazil. You should make sure to come with an appetite and expect to leave with a full stomach and content heart. I look forward to returning soon!

Disappointing experience. I’m from Spain and have been two more than a dozen Michelin rated restaurants and this one I don’t believe it deserves 2 stars. While the service and the atmosphere are up to the expectations the menu is not. Out of the 10 courses, only 2-3 where impressive, mixing different textures and combining flavors. The other dishes were just ok and any upscale restaurant can replicate. I was particularly frustrated with the fact that 40% of the menu was desserts. For almost 300 $US having 2 protein dishes is not what I was expecting. Would not recommend.

Excellent service!! 10 coarse meal with wine pairing, it was an incredible experience. Most of the staff spoke English and were extremely professional, made us feel very comfortable. Highly recommend this place for true fine dining.

Great place for Michelin-star class food. Tasting menu with Brazilian ingredients. After this, you can have a proper dinner elsewhere.