Dona Chika-ka

Salvador


Flickering candles lead the way up to a charmingly decorated 2nd-floor dining room, where you can feast on Dona Chika-ka's famous bobó de camarão (shrimp chowder) and other Bahian delights. During quieter months you may find reduced business hours and only the small downstairs dining area is open.


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