Restaurant
Trivial Brazilian Food
1406 Balfours Way, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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1406 Balfours Way, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Trivial brings homestyle Brazilian comfort food to Adelaide with rich, slow-simmered flavors and generous portions. Regulars gather over crispy coxinha, bowls of hearty feijoada packed with meats and toasted farofa, and tender picanha paired with seasoned fried rice. Plant-based diners get dedicated adaptations like palm heart moqueca, while the bar shakes cocktails crushed with fresh fruit to the rhythm of Brazilian tunes.
- Authentic Homestyle Classics: Feijoada layered with savory meats, golden coxinha, and tender picanha served alongside seasoned fried rice.
- Dedicated Vegan Variations: Plant-based adaptations include a creamy heart of palm moqueca and customizable tofu bowls.
- Fresh Fruit Bar & Lively Atmosphere: Cocktails mixed with real fresh fruit rather than premade syrups, served in a cozy room set to Brazilian music.
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Why Choose Trivial Brazilian Food
Discover why diners seek out Trivial Brazilian Food for authentic recipes, lively hospitality, and inclusive dining in Adelaide.
Authentic Home-Style Brazilian Classics
Traditional recipes like feijoada, coxinha, and picanha are prepared with authentic textures and rich seasonings that reflect classic Brazilian cooking.
everything literally has a delicious flavour and amazing texture
Yoz Mensch Thoughtful Plant-Based Adaptations
A dedicated plant-based approach reimagines classic dishes with house modifications, including hearty tofu bowls and coconut palm heart moqueca.
While they have plenty of meat on the menu, their plant-based swaps are elite.
Giovanna and Michaela A Genuine Nostalgic Taste of Home
Expatriates and visitors find the traditional flavors evoke comforting memories of home and family cooking in Brazil.
I felt like I was back home eating my mum’s food.
Luciana Carter Generous and Hearty Portions
Substantial serving sizes across bowls, stews, and sharing feasts ensure guests leave completely satisfied.
the portions were generous without sacrificing quality
bruce king Vibrant Atmosphere and Warm Hospitality
Cozy, welcoming interior spaces accented by Brazilian music provide an upbeat, relaxed setting for any meal.
the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, the music is great, and the staff is lovely!
Raíssa Cristina Cocktails Crafted with Fresh Fruit
House-made drinks and cocktails are mixed using real, fresh fruits rather than artificial syrups or concentrates.
Cocktails were made with real fruit which were a nice surprise.
The Murph
Most popular items
Authentic Brazilian classics and signature hearty specialties
Feijoada
Finally, the feijoada was very hearty, flavourful and packed w lots of different meats.
Noel Pa'll Coxinha
The coxinha was bomb! 💣 You have to order it!
Cybill Getgood Picanha
I tried the Brazilian Bowl with Picanha and it was spot on. The steak was super tender and the whole bowl was packed with flavor.
Diana Carolina Castañeda González Moqueca
Moqueca. Usually made with fish and prawns, but they make a Palm Heart version for vegans that is so creamy and flavorful.
Giovanna and Michaela
Other favorites
Traditional Brazilian desserts and shareable sides to complete your meal
Romeo & Juliet cheesecake
We also ordered the Romeo & Juliet cheesecake, and it was simply marvelous!
Raíssa Cristina Fried Cassava
Fried Cassava with their signature homemade chili oil. That crunch + that heat? Perfection.
Giovanna and Michaela Chocolate Cake
Flavour is immaculate and that chocolate cake was so worth the diabetes.
jenni tran Pudim
I will definitely come back for another feijoada, pão de queijo, coxinha e pudim 🍮 next time I’m in Adelaide!!!
Luciana Carter
Beyond the menu
Memorable culinary touches and warm cultural hospitality that elevate dining at Trivial Brazilian Food.
Real Fruit Cocktails
Cocktails are shaken using fresh, real fruit prepared the traditional way rather than relying on commercial syrups or pre-made mixes.
Dedicated Plant-Based Brazilian Adaptations
Traditional Brazilian staples are thoughtfully adapted for plant-based diners, including a creamy palm heart moqueca and tofu customizable bowls.
Cultural Dining Guidance
Staff take time at the table to guide newcomers through traditional Brazilian dining rituals, explaining how to pair feijoada with its authentic side dishes.
Signature Homemade Chili Oil
House-crafted signature chili oil is served at tables to pair with fried cassava and hearty dishes, and made available for guests to purchase for home.
Before you head over
Helpful recommendations on wait times, dietary substitutions, and portion sizes for your visit.
Expect Peak-Time Waits
When the venue gets busy during peak times, food preparation can take between 20 to 30 minutes or over an hour, so plan extra time or visit during off-peak hours.
Ask for Plant-Based Substitutions
Plant-based diners can swap protein for tofu in customizable Brazilian bowls and order a rich palm heart version of the moqueca stew.
Order Generous Mains to Share
Portions are substantial and dishes like feijoada and platters comfortably serve multiple people, making them ideal to split across a group.
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