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What to order
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Escondidinho de Carne de Sol
Recommended multiple times for being tasty, delicious, and a standout local dish.
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Coco Malembe
Frequently praised as a delicious drink, with reviewers specifically calling it wonderful and memorable.
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Odara
Mentioned more than once as a delicious drink, especially appreciated by those who like sweeter cocktails.
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Escondidinho de Fumeiro
Recommended in more than one review as delicious and wonderful, including a version served with banana da terra.
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Drinks
The reviews repeatedly highlight the drinks as excellent, divine, and a major reason to visit.
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Moqueca Vegana
Called delicious and part of a well-liked selection of vegan options.
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Queijo Coalho
Specifically mentioned as delicious and part of the praised food selection.
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Bobó de Camarão
Mentioned as very tasty and part of a highly praised meal.
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Curry de Grão de Bico Com Arroz
Recommended as a satisfying dish that was enjoyed along with the restaurant's good service and atmosphere.
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Caldinho de Aipim Com Legumes
Highlighted as very tasty and one of the dishes that impressed reviewers.
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Filé Com Fritas
Described as well-served and flavorful, making it a solid recommendation.
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Caipirinha de Caju
Praised as a wonderful drink alongside other standout cocktails.
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Akotirene
Mentioned as a drink worth trying and part of the restaurant's strong beverage list.
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Fettucini Com Filé E Molho de Queijo Gorgonzola
Recommended for being very well served and delicious, with one reviewer saying it fully satisfied their craving.
Details
About Malembe Food & Drinks
Malembe Food & Drinks is a bar and grill in Salvador, Bahia, located in the Pelourinho, in the city’s historic center. The menu includes local dishes and drinks, with repeated praise for shrimp bobó, feijoada croquette, pumpkin croquette, smoked meat escondidinho, and vegan options. Reviewers consistently mention attentive service, good music or live music, and fair prices, with several noting that the atmosphere feels welcoming and lively. It offers dinner, dine-in, delivery, takeout, and accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
Dining options
- Dinner
Amenities
- Restroom
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Frequently asked
What is Malembe Food & Drinks known for?
It is especially known for local dishes like shrimp bobó and smoked meat escondidinho, along with drinks such as Coco Malembe, Odara, and caipirinha de caju. Reviewers also repeatedly mention live music, attentive service, and a Pelourinho location that feels welcoming and lively.
What dishes are most recommended at Malembe Food & Drinks?
Reviewers most often highlight shrimp bobó, feijoada croquette, pumpkin croquette, smoked meat escondidinho, moqueca vegana, and the escondidinho de carne de sol or fumeiro. Other specific dishes mentioned as worth ordering include queijo coalho, curry de grão de bico com arroz, caldinho de aipim com legumes, and fettucini com filé e molho de gorgonzola.
What is the atmosphere like at Malembe Food & Drinks?
The vibe is described as cozy, well decorated, and lively, with good music and sometimes live music, though one review notes the space can feel hot and noisy. It seems to suit groups of friends and couples who want dinner, drinks, and a social setting in the Pelourinho.
Is Malembe Food & Drinks good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is R$40–60, and reviewers repeatedly call the prices fair, reasonable, or a great value. Several comments say the food and drinks are excellent for the price, including one noting it is cheaper than busier restaurants in the Pelourinho.
Do you need a reservation at Malembe Food & Drinks?
Yes, the venue says reservations are required and accepted, so it is worth booking ahead. That is especially useful for dinner in the Pelourinho, where reviewers describe the place as popular and often lively with music and drinks.
