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The Best Food Courts in Florianópolis

Updated: Apr 27

Florianópolis has embraced the food court trend with style and flavor, offering dynamic culinary spaces that cater to every palate. From upscale gourmet hubs to casual open-air setups, each food court delivers a unique experience—whether you're in the mood for sushi, burgers, craft beer, or Brazilian classics.


Let’s dive into the best food courts around the island and mainland.



Top Market – Centro

📍 Location: Avenida Rio Branco, Centro – Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Urban, modern, and cowork-friendly

🍽 What to Expect:

Top Market is a vibrant food court located in the heart of downtown, just steps away from Avenida Beira-Mar Norte. With a contemporary, industrial-style layout and an open-concept design, it's popular with office workers, students, and digital nomads. You’ll find everything from Asian fusion to craft burgers, poke bowls, vegetarian dishes, and specialty coffee.

The space also frequently hosts DJ sets, art exhibitions, and small events, creating a relaxed but creative atmosphere.

⭐ Local Favorite: Yatai Asian Cuisine — A standout for ramen, bao buns, and flavorful rice bowls made fresh and fast.

🔗 Google Maps: Top Market - Centro



Armazém Rita Maria – Centro

📍 Location: Rua Henrique Valgas, 318 – Centro, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Stylish, cozy, and social with a contemporary indoor setting

🍽 What to Expect:

Housed in a beautifully restored former manufacturing warehouse, Armazém Rita Maria combines historical charm with a modern gastronomic experience. Just a short walk from the main transport hub in downtown Floripa, this indoor culinary destination features a stylish industrial-chic design, cozy ambiance, and a thoughtfully curated mix of restaurants, boutique food vendors, and bars. While most of the space is indoors, it also offers relaxed outdoor seating to enjoy warm evenings.

You’ll find a mix of seafood, modern Brazilian cuisine, artisanal burgers, desserts, and wine bars — all under one roof. Perfect for lunch, casual dinner, or late evening cocktails.

⭐ Local Favorite: Boteco Rita Maria — featuring authentic Brazilian 'boteco' cuisine, regional petiscos, and expertly mixed drinks in a stylish indoor setting.

🔗 Google Maps: Armazém Rita Maria - Centro



Pátio Milano – Centro

📍 Location: Avenida Mauro Ramos, 1512 – Centro, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Upscale, cosmopolitan, and laid-back

🍽 What to Expect:

Pátio Milano blends gastronomy and lifestyle in an elegant, open-concept space near the city center. With a curated selection of gourmet kitchens, it caters to a stylish crowd looking for good food, wine, and ambiance. The atmosphere feels like a boutique shopping gallery with food — featuring wine bars, sushi, Neapolitan pizza, steak sandwiches, sweet treats, and premium coffee.

Ideal for early evening get-togethers, work lunches, or date nights in a relaxed and well-designed setting.

⭐ Local Favorite: O Armazém — offering classic Brazilian comfort food with hearty portions, local ingredients, and a relaxed bistro-style atmosphere.

🔗 Google Maps: Pátio Milano - Centro



Mercadoteca Floripa – Saco Grande

📍 Location: SC-401, Km 4, nº 4150 – Saco Grande, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Contemporary, family-friendly, and culturally vibrant

🍽 What to Expect:

Located inside the Passeio Primavera complex, Mercadoteca Floripa is a modern indoor and outdoor food hall that brings together artisanal gastronomy, music, and culture. The layout is spacious and stylish, with high ceilings, communal tables, and a mix of restaurants offering Brazilian, Asian, Italian, and vegetarian cuisine. It’s especially popular on weekends and during live music evenings.

⭐ Local Favorite: The Wine Pub — a cozy corner offering excellent wines by the glass, curated pairings, and gourmet petiscos in a relaxed setting.



Estação Santa Mônica – Santa Mônica

📍 Location: Rodovia SC-404, Santa Mônica – Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Open, relaxed, and neighborhood-friendly

🍽 What to Expect:

Estação Santa Mônica is a casual yet charming venue featuring a variety of small food stalls and drink stands. Tucked into the Santa Mônica district, it blends a welcoming local feel with seasonal live music and occasional events. It's especially popular with families and groups seeking unfussy dining in a friendly outdoor setting.

You’ll find craft burgers, sushi, desserts, grilled meats, vegetarian bites, and refreshing cocktails.

⭐ Local Favorite: Juistreet — popular for its fresh juices, smoothie bowls, and healthy, flavorful dishes perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.



Mercadoteca Sapiens – Canasvieiras

📍 Location: Sapiens Parque, Avenida Luiz Boiteux Piazza, 1302 – Canasvieiras, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Inviting, modern, and geared toward families and professionals in North Florianópolis

🍽 What to Expect:

An extension of the original Mercadoteca concept, this food court is nestled within the Sapiens Parque innovation district. It serves as a vibrant culinary meeting point for residents, tech workers, and beachgoers. You’ll find casual but high-quality food options including gourmet burgers, Japanese-Brazilian fusion, vegetarian meals, desserts, and cold brews.

The open yet shaded seating area makes it ideal for both daytime breaks and relaxed evenings.

⭐ Local Favorite: Baba Express Culinária Indiana — beloved for its flavorful Indian street food, including spicy curries, naan, and samosas, served quickly and with plenty of charm.



Casa Hurbana – Bocaiúva

📍 Location: Esquina da Travessa Abílio de Oliveira com a Rua Bocaiúva, Centro – Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Contemporary, artistic, and welcoming

🍽 What to Expect:

Casa Hurbana Bocaiúva is a stylish new culinary space that blends design, gastronomy, and community. The venue features both indoor and outdoor seating, with a thoughtful mix of vendors including craft coffee, desserts, Middle Eastern cuisine, sushi, and bar food. Its blend of sophisticated ambiance and relaxed social spaces makes it a favorite hangout in the city center.

⭐ Local Favorite: Boteco da Ilha — a cozy and vibrant bar offering Brazilian comfort food and a great selection of cachaças and cocktails.

🔗 Google Maps: Casa Hurbana Bocaiúva



Mercado Público – Centro

📍 Location: Rua Conselheiro Mafra, 255 – Centro, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Historic, bustling, and culturally rich

🍽 What to Expect:

As one of the city's most iconic landmarks, the Mercado Público offers a vibrant atmosphere where history and gastronomy converge. The market is divided into two main wings, housing a variety of vendors selling fresh seafood, meats, produce, and artisanal products. The central courtyard is lined with bars and eateries, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists to enjoy traditional dishes and live music. Less a food court concept, but worth mentioning here as an alternative.

⭐ Local Favorite: Box 32 — renowned for its seafood dishes, especially the pastel de camarão (shrimp pastry), and a wide selection of cachaças.



LayBack Park Lagoa – Lagoa da Conceição

📍 Location: Rua Henrique Veras do Nascimento, 208 – Lagoa da Conceição, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Urban, youthful, and skate-inspired

🍽 What to Expect:

LayBack Park Lagoa is a creative blend of gastronomy, skate culture, and live music nestled in one of Floripa’s most iconic neighborhoods. With an outdoor skate bowl, graffiti art, and a rotating lineup of food trucks, this open-air park attracts both locals and visitors looking for a casual and vibrant hangout.

Food options range from gourmet burgers, crepes and Asian food.

🔗 Google Maps: LayBack Park Lagoa



Meu Jardim Food Park – Estreito

📍 Location: Rua General Eurico Gaspar Dutra, 886 – Estreito, Florianópolis

🎯 Vibe: Cozy, open-air, and community-centered

🍽 What to Expect:

Meu Jardim Food Park in Estreito is a garden-style food court filled with plants, fairy lights, and eclectic seating. The vibe is casual and welcoming, great for couples, families, and groups of friends. It hosts a mix of fixed and rotating food trucks offering everything from burgers, pizzas, seafood and dessert options.

Regular events, live music nights, and pet-friendly policies add to its charm.

⭐ Local Favorite: Worth trying is the crepe stand, beloved for its savory and sweet options, perfect for a light dinner or dessert.



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