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Karuna Restaurante

Vegan Brazilian, Vegan Menu, Burgers

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Top tips

  • Try the homemade kombucha with mint flavor.
  • Good to know: Note that the menu is primarily in Portuguese and Wi-Fi passwords may not be readily shared.
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  • Don't miss the black sesame bao, a popular take-home item.
  • Enjoy the vegan burgers and sweet breads.
  • Ask staff for English explanations as they can provide detailed guidance.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention kombucha, bao and bowl.

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Also buddha bowl, burger, chickpea meatballs, dessert, food and drinks, lentil bolognese pasta and mapo tofu.

Good for

The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, affordable and generous portions.

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Also praised for good value, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, coffee, takeout, quick bites
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About

Karuna is an all-vegan cafe at Tzong Kwan Temple in Vila Mariana specializing in Brazilian-inspired dishes like feijoada and moqueca with homemade kombucha and sweet breads. It has a simple, cozy setup with pet-friendly seating and wheelchair accessibility, known for generous portions and affordable prices. Reviewers often praise the friendly service and flavorful meals, though occasional menu limitations and language barriers have been noted.

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R. Rio Grande, 492 - Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP, 04018-001, Brazil

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:00–15:30
Thursday
11:00–15:30
Friday
11:00–15:30
Saturday
11:00–15:30
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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