Long story short...I locked myself out of my apartment and had to find a place to hang out for…read moreawhile. Enter Pavelka. There are tables outside along the sidewalk as well as a few inside and the vibe was casual and quiet. I observed a few solo diners on their phones and ladies having a snack with their toddlers. In addition to serving hot meals, they also sell pastries, cold meats and cheeses along with pantry items like cookies, chips and gluten free pasta. I had the cod fish croquette, a sausage in a baguette and a capirinia (yes, it was a little weird having a cocktail on a weekday morning but I've seen dudes drinking beers on the beach at 8 am so there.) The waiter kindly indulged me in listening to my newly learned Portuguese ("qual e o seu prato favorito?" and "a conta, por favor!") Definitely the friendliest service I've experienced in Rio thus far!

Great food! Great service! Great place! I've had a sausage mix and a cheese cake for desert - both…read morewere great.

Super filling and yummy burger near Ipanema beach! I got the B de Bem-bolado and was pleasantly…read moresurprised with the size, the fries can be ordered on the side if you'd like any. The burger will be given wrapped in wax paper to reduce napkin use (i was told it's a common thing in Brazil). Sauces are available on the side, ketchup, mayo, mustard, and bbq! The space itself looks tiny upon entrance but they have their sitting in the back and also on a second floor I didn't see. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area.

Awful service. As…read morean American you can sit in their empty restaurant for 15 minutes and nobody will serve you or take your order. This from a burger place that charges 2-3x what a regular burger place does. So I walked out. They obviously don't need my business. Bye.

KFC is so much better in Brazil! They don't have the sandwiches in the USA like they do in Brazil…read more(or when they do get sandwiches sometimes, they are far inferior and almost no variety). Much more flavor here. If you're wanting fast food, this is a great choice.

I feel KFC's in the US are so much better than in Brazil. The food is bland and nothing short of…read moremediocre.

This is one of the best Kilo places in Niteroi. I have not eaten at every Kilo place in Niteroi…read morebut of the dozens I have.. Ativa is one of the best. It is consistently good.. There are lots of options. Every time I eat here it is a good meal.. Every time.!!!!!