Confeitaria Colombo
A historic 1894 cafe famous for its stained glass and mirrors.
- Category
- Café
- Duration
- 1.3 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Afternoon tea
Tip: It is calmer on weekday afternoons.
Show on mapFood & Drink – Rio de Janeiro
Rio's cuisine is shaped by feijoada, fresh seafood and boteco culture. Street snacks with a cold chopp reflect the city's spirit.
Local dishes
- Feijoada – A black bean and meat stew, usually served with rice and orange.
- Moqueca – A fish stew with coconut milk and palm oil.
- Picanha – A tender, fat-capped beef cut grilled over charcoal.
Must-try
- Caipirinha – The national cocktail made with cachaça, lime and sugar.
- Açaí bowl – Frozen açaí purée served with granola and banana.
- Pão de queijo – Warm little breads made with tapioca flour and cheese.
Street food spots
- Pastel – Crispy fried pastry filled with cheese or meat.
- Coxinha – A teardrop-shaped fried croquette filled with chicken.
- Coconut water – A refreshing drink sipped straight from a coconut on the beach.
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Places
Feira de São Cristóvão
A huge pavilion of northeastern Brazilian food, live music and dance.
- Category
- Market
- Duration
- 2.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Weekend evenings
Tip: It opens Friday to Sunday, and evening is best.
Show on mapBar Urca
Seafood bites enjoyed sitting on the Urca sea wall by the water.
- Category
- Bar
- Duration
- 1.3 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Sunset
Tip: Grab a spot before sunset.
Show on mapAprazível
Modern Brazilian cuisine in a garden with city views on Santa Teresa's hill.
- Category
- Restaurant
- Duration
- 2 h
- Price
- $$$
- Best time
- Lunch
Tip: Book ahead, especially on weekends.
Show on mapBar Luiz
A German-style boteco open since 1887, known for its chopp and sausages.
- Category
- Bar
- Duration
- 1 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Early evening
Tip: Office workers fill it in the evening, so go early.
Show on mapCasa da Feijoada
It serves traditional feijoada with all the sides in Ipanema.
- Category
- Restaurant
- Duration
- 1.5 h
- Price
- $$
- Best time
- Lunch
Tip: Portions are big, so sharing makes sense.
Show on mapIpanema Hippie Fair
A Sunday open-air market full of crafts and snacks.
- Category
- Market
- Duration
- 1.5 h
- Price
- $
- Best time
- Sunday afternoon
Tip: It runs only on Sundays; bring some cash.
Show on mapMil Frutas
Famous for sorbets and ice creams made with Brazilian fruits.
- Category
- Dessert
- Duration
- 30 min
- Price
- $
- Best time
- Hot afternoon
Tip: Try the açaí and cupuaçu flavours.
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