Barraca Brisa do Mar

Seafood on top of the cliffs

A local family beach restaurant with food cooked to order and one of the most beautiful views on the coast of Ceará.

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Sat–Sun 10 am–5 pm · Mon–Fri by booking Retiro Grande beach, Icapuí Free Wi-Fi for guests

An old dream, where the family was born

On Retiro Grande beach, right on the border between Icapuí and Aracati, a local family turned an old dream into a place to welcome people looking for good food, peace and quiet, and moments to remember.

For three years, Itamar, Marina and their daughter Izamara have been running Brisa do Mar. Seafood is at the heart of the menu, cooked the rustic way, letting the ingredients shine and keeping the flavours of the Icapuí coast.

“What makes the difference is the seasoning. It’s fresh food. It’s the respect we have for our guests: always serving something of quality.” Marina, Brisa do Mar’s cook
ItamarHost
MarinaIn the kitchen
IzamaraFront of house & bookings
Marina e Itamar à mesa com os pratos da casa, na reportagem da Rota Nordeste
Água cristalina das piscinas naturais com a maré baixa em Retiro Grande

A table overlooking the sea and the natural pools

From the wooden deck on the cliff top, the tide draws channels and sandbanks, forms natural pools when it goes out, and the wind brings the breeze that gives the place its name.

Flavours of the Icapuí coast

Dishes to share, made with local fish and shellfish. Browse on your phone and order with the waiter.

Lagosta da Brisa do Mar com limão
House favourite

Lobster

The house star: in creamy sauce or garlic & olive oil
 Arroz de 3 mariscos na panela de barro

Three-seafood rice

Serves 3
 Camarão ao molho com farofa

Shrimp in sauce

With farofa and pirão
 Dois peixes fritos inteiros com macaxeira, tomate e cebola, arroz baião e farofa

Fried fish & sides

Serves 3
 Drink com morango no pôr do sol, com o mar ao fundo

House cocktails

Passion fruit “Espanhola”, mojito, Blue Lagoon
 Mesa arrumada com coco e temperos de frente para o mar

Snacks

Cassava croquettes, crab claws
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Book a table with a view

Birthday, company get-together, tour group, or just a special weekend lunch. We’ll get your table ready.

Table with a viewSat–Sun walk in; Mon–Fri by booking
Birthdays & partiesDecorated table and a menu for the group
Groups & companiesMeetings, excursions and tour agencies

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Every corner has a view

Pôr do sol no mar de Retiro Grande com uma jangada
Barco de pesca colorido na água clara do canal
A barraca de palha no alto da falésia sob o céu azul
Salão com plantas e vista para o mar
Deck de madeira com flor e o mar ao fundo
Passarela de madeira na falésia descendo para o mar
Mesa com placa de Reservado
Barcos na maré baixa e a estrada de terra vermelha subindo a falésia até a barraca
Salão cheio de clientes almoçando
Mesa com guarda-sol no deck de frente para o mar
Decoração de flamingos no deck
Salão coberto com vista para a praia
Rosa-do-deserto no deck com o mar ao fundo
Fachada da barraca com cadeiras vermelhas

Things to do in Retiro Grande and around

Boat trips, places to stay and the region’s natural beauty, recommended by locals.

Piscina natural entre as pedras com a falésia ao fundo

Cliffs, natural pools and the tide

The most beautiful spots in Retiro Grande and how to make the most of the tide.

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Lancha do passeio ancorada em frente à praia

Boat, snorkelling and manatees

The Retiro Grande sea seen from the water, and snorkelling among fish in Ponta Grossa.

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Casa de temporada Lar Tropical, no Retirinho
Mandinga Imóveis

Beachfront houses in Retirinho

For a holiday stay, or to stay for good.

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On top of the Retiro Grande cliffs

Retiro Grande beach, Icapuí, Ceará. Tap your starting point to open the route in Google Maps.

From FortalezaAbout 3 h by car, via CE-040
From Canoa QuebradaAbout 40 min along the coast
From Mossoró (RN)About 1 h 15 by car
From where I amUses your phone’s location
Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Monday to Friday we open by booking only: reserve on WhatsApp.

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Our guests recommend us

A wonderful experience at Barraca Brisa do Mar! The service was, without a doubt, the best part. The place is very pleasant, with a beautiful view and a welcoming feel, perfect for relaxing.
Kailane A. · Google
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The three-seafood pasta was flawless, really good.
Junior B. · Google
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Everything was great! Food 5, service 5, atmosphere 5.
José W. · Google
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