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Restaurant in Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul
What should I order at Juanita Restaurante?
What to order
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Pacu Na Brasa
Most frequently recommended dish in the reviews. It is praised as delicious, perfectly grilled, well-flavored, and served in generous portions that can often feed more than the stated number of people.
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Pacu Fish
Recommended for being incredibly flavorful and one of the standout fish dishes at the restaurant. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the fish dishes here are excellent, and this specific preparation was especially enjoyed.
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Pintado No Urucum
Recommended because reviewers found it amazing and very generous in portion size. It is highlighted as a flavorful catfish dish that can easily serve more people than expected.
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Alligator Appetizer
Recommended as a cooked-to-perfection starter with a delicious dipping sauce. It stands out as a unique local specialty that diners specifically praised.
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Picanha Set For 2
Recommended for its very good quality beef and abundant side dishes. Reviewers liked it as a traditional Brazilian cut that offered strong value for the price.
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Ribs
Recommended by a reviewer who said they would definitely order them again. The ribs were memorable enough to be singled out as a favorite main dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM |
About Juanita Restaurante
Juanita Restaurante is a restaurant in Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, known for local Brazilian dishes, especially pacu and grilled pacu. Reviewers consistently praise the fish dishes, large portions, and attentive service, with many calling out the pacu na brasa, pintado, and other regional plates. The restaurant also has live music, a bar with cocktails and wine, and a casual but cozy atmosphere. It is popular for lunch and dinner, and reservations are recommended because it is often busy.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Alelo
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Juanita Restaurante known for?
Juanita Restaurante is best known for pacu na brasa, grilled pacu, and other local fish dishes in Bonito. Reviewers repeatedly mention the flavorful fish, generous portions, and strong service, with some saying the pacu is the standout dish in town.
What dishes are most recommended at Juanita Restaurante?
The most recommended dishes are pacu na brasa, pintado a urucum or pintado no urucum, filé à parmegiana, picanha set for 2, and the alligator appetizer or alligator tongue. Reviewers also mention pirão and side dishes like broccoli and potatoes, often noting that portions are large enough to share.
What is the atmosphere like at Juanita Restaurante?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and lively, with indoor and outdoor tables and live music. It suits groups and couples, and reviewers note it can get noisy and full at dinner, while lunch is often calmer.
Is Juanita Restaurante good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is R$80 to R$200, and reviewers often say the restaurant offers strong price-to-quality value for the portion sizes and fish specialties. Several comments mention that shared dishes can feed 3 to 4 people, which helps offset the cost.
When is the best time to visit Juanita Restaurante?
Reviewers say it is usually easier to get a table at lunch or earlier in the afternoon, while dinner, especially after 7 pm, can involve a wait. The restaurant also recommends lunch and dinner reservations, and some guests mention waiting about 25 minutes on busy evenings.
Is parking available at Juanita Restaurante?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Juanita Restaurante have vegetarian options?
Yes, Juanita Restaurante offers vegan options.
Is Juanita Restaurante kid-friendly?
Yes, Juanita Restaurante is good for kids.
