Amazing all-you-can-eat…read more I know that all you can eat type of restaurants may not be very nice in another countries and some people avoid them, but in Brazil they can get very fancy and high quality. It's a favourite of the Brazilian population, and is a popular option for lunch. They can range from very modest restaurants to very fancy. As a Brazilian person I might be biased here, but the food is of very good quality. Although I wish there were more options (lighter options, the salad bar is not taken very seriously most of the time in Brazil), the meat is great, very good quality Brazilian Churrasco, and plenty of options. You can just ask the bbq guy if you want your meat done in another way. and the standard options such as Brazilian farofa, rice, beans, etc. are all really well cooked and tasty. The place is big and is a good option for big groups in my opinion, although I have only been there as a couple. It's an open space and it's forbidden to smoke, something I really appreciate in Brazil. There are two floors, clean bathrooms, and also the option to sit outside by the sun, where you can do some people watching with a good view of the Rua das Pedras. Every time I go back to Buzios I have lunch here and it's also a favorite of my boyfriend!

The food is superb and the atmosphere great. My family and friends always come here when they are…read morevisiting Buzios. Great for kids too!

Vim almoçar aqui enquanto estava visitando minha familia no Rio de Janeiro. Éramos um grupo grande…read moreentão fizemos uma reserva, que foi muito boa idea por que estava bem cheio. Por causa do local, tinha muito mosquito, mais e só pedir um spray que eles tem no bar-problema resolvido rapidinho. A comida foi maravilhosa! Minha tia pediu um acarajé e a couve-flor crocante como entradas para dividir enquanto esperávamos o resto do nosso grupo. Os dois pratos foram muito bom. Como meu prato eu pedir o nhoque de aipim- foi muito bom, mais bem diferente do que eu esperava. Não sei si chamaria esse prato de nhoque, mais foi muito saboroso. Também foi um prato bem grande então levei um nhoque entero pra casa pra comer mas tarde (e ainda estava uma delícia no próximo dia). Minha prima e vários outros pediram o steak de berinjela com risoto de limão. Muito muito bom também. Com certeza voltaria aqui si tivesse mas tempo no Rio...voltarei na próxima viagem.

Food was amazing. Service very friendly. Really nice ambiance as well. Would highly recommend to…read moreanyone. We had the feojoada, nhoque, and the smash burger. We also tried all three of their juices (red fruit, passion fruit/mint, lemon/ginger), which were great. Our two kids also enjoyed the food. Only issue is that the address in Yelp and Uber is incorrect. They moved from their original location. This restaurant is very close to the Botanical Gardens at 37 R. Lopes Quintas, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro. When going, use the address in Google Map.

I hate when I take non-vegan friends to a vegan restaurant and they enjoy it more than I do…read more It was my fault, I've never had gnocchi in my life before and they make a vegan version of it here! Too bad it tastes like crap. Blechhh. The mushroom sauce was worthy, but the gnocchi itself was mushy and made me think I was eating half digested food. The amount of parsley on top also made me feel like I was eating grass. *Insert joke about how veg*ns eat nothing but grass* So why 4 stars? Because everything else on the table was so good! It actually took every fiber of my being to try and enjoy my dish while we tasted each others. Stir fried noodles? Amazing. Italian sandwich? Unexpectedly savory and full of flavor. I had to feign 'fullness' and stop eating. I was actually still pretty hungry but the gnocchi was that bad. :( We all had dessert and those were just super decadent and yummy! The caipirinhas and beer were all cold, refreshing, and perfect on a warm day. So yeah, I just chose the bad apple on the menu. Better luck next time. Oh! One more thing, the chef here? Can we say absolute Brazilian Eye Candy? Yummy, I wish I could trade my dish in for him. And I think he saw us (my and my 2 girlfriends) catching glances roughly every 2.5 seconds. A good looking man that can cook? Wonder who the lucky lady is! ;D

So, many traditional Brazilian dishes and items feature meat. As a pescatarian, I can of course…read morehave fish (which I love), but I was a little nervous about how many things I'd actually be able to eat and enjoy during my time here. Well, come to find out, Brazil actually has a little vegetarian and vegan movement going on. Surprised? I was too, but glad that I found one veggie spot in Copacabana, Bio Carioca. There's a really low key vibe here, pretty much a no-frills environment. Yet, you can find an abundant amount of options, even featuring gluten free and vegan options. I was there for breakfast (which, isn't really a prime meal there, so, it's nice to find places serving it), so started out with a Cafe (an espresso shot, if you want more of a traditional "coffee", order an americano). Then, since I'm an egg fanatic, and even though it didn't seem like the most "exciting" thing on the menu, I ordered Omelete com pimenta biquinho e alho poro (leek and local bell pepper). You also get a choice of cheese in any of your omelets, mozzarella or ricotta. I chose ricotta, but, they messed that up and gave me mozzarella, whatever. The omelete was good, but what I especially loved was the local bell pepper, different from any domestic pepper I've had. These tiny little guys packed a lot of flavor, and a little bit of heat too.

Amazing açaí and pan de queijo. The pan de queijo here is some of the best I've had in rio. Menu is…read moresmall, service is quick, quality is great.

The apartment I rented in Santa Teresa was only a few blocks away so this place became my go to for…read morebreakfast. An açaí bowl and 2 cheese bread roughly converted to $2.30 USD. This is the best and cheapest place to get your fixed. On a few occasions, I decided to try other açaí/ cheese bread place and immediately regretted it - far more expensive and mediocre cheese bread. Side note: apparently this place is the best kept secret, but not so secret, to get cheese bread.

Definitely not vegetarian, has a lot of meat and seafood. Honestly, it's not the most appetizing…read morelocation downstairs, feels a bit crowded and haphazard, but they do have a good selection, especially veggies which can be hard to find in Brazil, and the upstairs seating area is nice and breezy. I am not sure what is organic, however the food does taste healthier than normal, with less salt and oil. Pick a plate, pick what you want, and get it weighed before you eat. Pay after. I have been to tons of these kilo type restaurants, love the concept and wish they had these in the states. A great place to come get a bite to eat, catered to the portions you want.

Living year-round at ground zero for the organic/locavore movement it's easy to forget that much of…read morethe rest of the world doesn't have the access or ability to eat similarly. I'd eaten at New Natural's take out counter three times before learning the name of the place then did a double take when I saw the yelp listing describing it as an "organic shop" and "vegetarian restaurant". Travelers hailing from Northern California will find nothing here that resembles any organic shop or vegetarian restaurant they've ever been to. What New Natural is, from my point of view, is a) a bakery serving savory, meatless pastries and b) a buffet serving all sorts of things including non-vegetarian items. All the other Yelp reviews currently focus on the buffet (laid out in a small, very hot room behind the bakery) which I only viewed but didn't eat at. Let me tell you about the bakery: There, for BRL $6 apiece (less than $2 US) I chose many flaky, buttery pastries that easily constituted a meal even though they were consumed from a paper bag while standing in front of the store. Upon each visit they were offering a special - buy 2 get the 3rd free - which made this the cheapest meal one could imagine. Cheap and good and very near to Ipanema Beach. Many shops offer the traditional Brazilian pasteles but these were not those; these weren't greasy or fried. Of the pastries sampled, the fan favorite was one filled with tomato and ricotta. Wash a couple of these down with some fresh juice from the refrigerated case and you can be back on the beach in no time. I can't vouch for the buffet and I don't know about the organic or vegetarian labels. All I know is that this is the place for excellent, freshly made, savory, meatless pastries. They cost a mere pittance and fill you up darned good. If you're hitting Rio on a budget - or just seeking a quick, filling snack - New Natural's bakery counter is heaven sent. Just don't be searching for an American looking organic shop or you'll never find it.

Really excellent small restaurant with very friendly staff. Very welcoming to us as English only…read morespeakers. Food was amazing. They have an English menu but their daily menu in Portuguese changes every day. So make sure to ask about their specials! Their salads and pizza were amazing!

Org Bistrô is an oasis in Rio de Janeiro. The food is absolutely delicious, super healthy and…read morecruelty free! Lunch is my favorite time to go. They usually have one or two dishes of the day that are well worth getting. The regular menu should not be overlooked either - the quinoa burgers are a favorite. Also highly recommended are their wonderful assortment of juices and desserts. The place has a great vibe, and it can get busy at times. If you go and there's a wait for a table, stay - it's well worth it!

Three salads fills you up!…read more No matter the day, at lunchtime there is always a huge queue, but it moves fast! It is worth it. Very good salads, option for vegetarian meal, pies and so on. I am a big fan for a healthy meal.

Best vegan food we've ever had! We're from San Diego and we have tons of vegan restaurants and we…read morestill haven't found anything as good as Graviola. Or their pesto gnocchi and lasagna! Looking forward to come to Rio for this restaurant!

Amazing place to have lunch during the week. Healthy comfort food! Every day there are two dish…read morechoices, both vegetarian, one indian, one pasta. The fixed price includes a salad, the main course, unlimited juice of the day and dessert! They are very quick to serve and the decor is really nice! Plus, all waitresses are in saris!

Excellent special spot hidden away up a narrow staircase! Each day there are two choices, Indian or…read morea pasta dish - go for the Indian! Includes juice, salad and a desert. The coconut pastry is to die for! Not too much food, perfect for vegans and omnivores alike. Best meal I've had in all Brasil and I feel great afterwards (not bloated like after a churrascuria) : ) Plus they give you a little ginger juice drink before they see you off, Amazing!