A nice little chain sandwich shop spot in Rio. There are a bunch of different options for…read moresandwiches and the menu was mainly in Portuguese. one of the menu options includes creating your own sandwich from the fresh ingredients on display at the front of the store. This was decent but I recommend the hot food. We also got fried tapioca here but it was very mid-tier compared to the ones you can find on the street. The real hidden winner hear though, is the Acai, which is one of the freshest I've had! Definitely would recommend some of the smoothies here!

Amazing spot to grab a coffee! Such a great vibe from the staff who wanted us to try it all!…read more 2 espressos (for comparison), the very unusual iced coffee with coconut water, and a flat white later we were properly caffeinated and ready to start our day. Oh and get the cheese balls. They are the best in town!

Cafe Secreto is an amazingly small, intimate coffee shop near the "Largo do Machado" Metro stop,…read morewith friendly staff and good quality coffee. The baristas are friendly and some speak english fluently, while others have a basic english proficiency - You will be able to communicate if you do not speak Portuguese. The owner who brought this unique cafe to life can often be found there, and the entire staff have a love for high quality coffee. Be aware, the actual location can be a bit hard to find. It is down a corridor/alley that has many small businesses along it which is only for pedestrians/for walking. The cafe consists of a long bar, with a few seats, and the baristas (usually anywhere from 2 - 3) working behind it. Upstairs there are a few small tables that are great for enjoying with a friend or getting a bit of work done. Outside, there are a few tables as well. The drinks are of good quality. One of the baristas told me about how most of Brazil's good quality coffee beans are exported to other countries, so they go through a special coffee bean roaster based out of Sao Paulo(? can't remember exactly) that is known for acquiring high quality beans. They have typical lattes, espresso, and cappuccinos, but also inquire if you are interested in being more adventurous, in some of their more unique drinks (ones created by the cafe). I tried a coconut water with espresso iced drink that was delicious and refreshing. Also they have hibiscus tea which is refreshing on a hot day. They have a number of pastries that are more specific to Brazil, and a small oven in which they warm things fresh. They also have a sourdough toast with butter that an expat recommended (sourdough is not common to Brazil and is an unique offering). Prices are reasonable, with drinks from R$5 - R$10. They do have Wifi. I would recommend this place for the ambiance and the quality of coffee.

This is my favorite place from my trip to brazil. After the Moqueca, the food here was so unique…read moreand amazing. Its a cute vegan restaurant with great service. The menu is diverse and caters to different tastes. Stand out dishes: I enjoyed the lavender lemonade. Seitan baits with korean sauce had perfect crunch and it was my first time trying out seitan. Tofu with sesame crust with black rice. It was my first time having black rice but it paired really well with smoky tofu. The texture was great! Compared to the above dishes, i felt aromatic Burmese rice didn't stand out as much. Same with the batata rustica. These classic dishes were good however the menu has so many other interesting choices that might be fun to explore and taste great!

When traveling abroad researching vegan options is a most. Brazil is a meat eating country. I was…read morepleasantly surprised to find a 100% vegan restaurant in the Ipanema area of Rio. There were traditional Brazilian dishes prepared as a vegan option. Some of the options were not to my liking. The server was kind enough to remove it from my bill. I highly recommend Teva if you find yourself in Rio de Janeiro.

I came here in September and had their three course lunch special. It simply cannot be beat for the…read moreprice! I had the chicken hearts and catch of the day. Both absolutely delicious! I highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. The service was impeccable and the ambiance is super chill homie Nd laid back. I also recommend their homemade lemonade. It was so good!

Lilia is a beautiful space in a surprising spot. I'm really glad I could get out to it to enjoy…read morethese delightful foods - delicioso!

It is as everyone says. A no frills steak joint that wants to serve good food at fair prices…read morewithout having to pay for the ambiance. Outdoor seating today though was a definite plus, granted you're on a secondary road behind the main drag on Copacabana beach. We had picanha ao braseiro which is a kidney shaped steak with some fat - no complaints. It was a perfect medium with salt crystals that occasionally explodes in your mouth for that extra flavor. For 162 Brazilian Real(currency) for two people, it's a good deal. It came with diced tomatoe and onions a perfect offset. Happy I came here. Apologies for the pics - wasn't expecting to review the place.

We found this place with good reviews and decided to try it. When we arrived, it wasn't busy and…read morethey told us to sit anywhere on the bar. They didn't really speak English but it wasn't difficult to order. We got the steak and chicken. They came with some kind of vinegar infused veggies, rice, powdered stuff, and fries. The guy helping us scooped food onto our plates. It was an odd but interesting experience. Overall we loved the meat here, and the service was also great! Not to mention it was super affordable! Highly recommend this place!

This was an amazing restaurant to dine at. We were willing to walk from Copacabana to Panema just…read moreexperience authentic Brazilian cuisine and dining. All of the food, served and buffet, was fresh. Thank you, Claudio, for making sure we had a great time. Este foi um restaurante incrível para jantar. Nós estávamos dispostos a caminhar de Copacabana para Panema apenas experimentar a autêntica cozinha brasileira e jantar. Toda a comida, servido e buffet, estava fresco. Obrigado, Claudio, por nos certificarmos de que nos divertimos muito. #AuthenticDining #Groupon #BestRestaurants #DiningInBrazil

A really nice meal. The meat cuts were smexcellent. Really happy to see picanha as the first of the…read moremeats to come out and regularly. Really loved the flank steak too. And the filet in mushroom sauce at the buffet was great. Had some salad but ended up not eating the rest of my buffet selections and stuck with the meats

#vegan review This…read morecame up on trip advisor as a place with vegan options - firstly there are no SPECIFIC vegan options. However, based on the owner I would give 5 stars!!!! I originally asked for anything vegano and he said no. He had some english menus available and speaks good english. I ordered an orange juice and my sister ordered her meal, which she quite enjoyed and a cappuccino - so cute! The owner came back to try to find something I could eat. I ended up getting a little plate of mashed banana with oatmeal. Simple and delicious. He was so kinda and I so appreciate his effort!! The place is itty bitty but people tend to come and go quickly as the food is delivered quickly. It is definitely this cute little stop in cafe! So although no particular vegan options, I say stop in - any place that puts in effort gets my support. Copacabana! The orange juice was so fresh and delicious!

Delicious food, service is the best!!!! The best breakfast in Rio!! The cheese bread and the…read morequiches are delicious... ohh and the brownies too!!

Bibi Sucos has a lot of great options for breakfast and lunch, but I came in to try one of their…read moreaçaí bowls. As a visitor, this is a must when in Brazil. I ordered a small bowl and it was a big portion. Toppings are an extra charge, individually priced, and come on the side. I chose bananas, toasted coconut, and honey. The acai bowl is sweet enough on its own, so honey isn't necessary, but the toasted coconut added a great texture. This is a great restaurant. There is plenty of indoor and covered outdoor seating, a colorful atmosphere, and I was attended to quickly.

Short walk from the JW Marriott, this outside dining option offered some snacks and the breakfasts…read morelooked plentiful. The falafal was a bit different but the fresh juice and smoothies were refeshing. The acai bowls looked tempting but we did not have time to try. Service was pleasant and patient with our google translate. Everywhere seems to accept Visa without issues,