Refúgio Seafood
Refúgio Restaurante
A harbourside seafood restaurant operating for about 30 years, supplied by local fishermen; its seafood stew and plantain ravioli are the most praised dishes.
Overlooking the sea beside the harbour at Praça da Bandeira in the historic centre, this restaurant has operated for about 30 years. Chef Bel Costa runs it with her daughters, blending Mediterranean cooking with Caiçara traditions. Seafood is caught by Paraty's local fishermen using traditional methods. Signature dishes include prawns prepared several ways, Brazilian seafood stew (moqueca), plantain ravioli and fried anchovies, all well suited to sharing. Expect around R$150–220 per person. Booking is advised in peak season, and it is within walking distance of the historic centre.
Opening hours
Daily, lunch through dinner; check with the restaurant for exact hours
Nearby sights
- Casa da Cultura de Paraty
- Igreja de Santa Rita & Sacred Art Museum
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Dores
- Igreja do Rosário e São Benedito
- Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
- Paraty Historic Centre
- Praia do Jabaquara
- Forte Defensor Perpétuo