Caju Restaurant
Listed In: Global Cuisine, Summerlicious Restaurants
Named after the gold and crimson tropical cashew fruit, Cajú features Brazilian-influenced cuisine. Brazilian-born Chef and Owner, Mario Cassini has created a menu with inspiration from traditional dishes and ingredients. The menu reflects the diverse cultural history of Brazil, which is a blend of… Named after the gold and crimson tropical cashew fruit, Cajú features Brazilian-influenced cuisine. Brazilian-born Chef and Owner, Mario Cassini has created a menu with inspiration from traditional dishes and ingredients. The menu reflects the diverse cultural history of Brazil, which is a blend of European, African, Asian and Native cultures. <p> Cajú is warm and inviting with modern décor, an elegant bar and a spacious dining room featuring Jatoba cherry wood flooring from Brazil. Bossa Nova and other Brazilian tunes set the mood and the traditional Brazilian cocktail, the Caipirinha, is featured. <p> Signature dishes include the national dish of Brazil Feijoada (Pork tenderloin, beef and choriço sausage, braised in a Black Bean stew, served with rice, greens, cassava chips, farofa and vinaigrette) and Moqueca, a traditional Bahia stew of fish and shrimp in a tomato and coconut milk broth, spiced with Malagueta peppers and ginger. Read more
922 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON