Came to Cervantes for lunch after seeing great reviews on Yelp. It's in Copacabana but about 3-4…read moreblocks away from the beach. My friend and I sat outside and ordered sandwiches--what they specialize in. The service was the fasted we received so far. Staff was friendly. I ordered the filet sandwich and a shrimp pastry similar to an empanada. Both were delicious--what stood out was the bread. Definitely check out this little spot if you are in the Copacabana area of Rio!

I got the ham, cheese, and pineapple sandwich. Very tasty. The bread was very good. I was there at…read morea downtime I think. Walked right in and had attentive staff get me exactly what I wanted.

I couldn't be happier discovering this cute little restaurant with fantastic fresh food presented…read moreby the friendly smiling staff. The place is small but so homely and they have a great choice of soups, salads and sandwiches everyday. That being said, this place is one of the few places in Rio where I had a good cappuccino. Two thumbs up!

Anthony Bourdain went here (on TV) not once but twice. His first visit is featured in "A Cook's…read moreTour". His second, 10 years later, on "No Reservations". I went here 3 times in a single week. There's something to be said for the allure of simple food, especially when consumed on one of the world's most fascinating beaches. Barraca do Uruguai is a sand-based stand at Posto 9 on Ipanema Beach. Posto 9, for those not already up on this stuff, is the most desirable stretch of beach in all of Ipanema or Copacabana. It's where the gorgeous people play. It's where my 23-year old son declared he "got whiplash" from turning his head all day to look at the barely covered lasses. As Mr. Bourdain says, it's where you go to "look at women you're never going to sleep with". He also implores one to "run, don't walk, to the ONLY place for sandwiches on this beach". Are you getting the picture? Barraca do Uruguai really does make some delicious sandwiches. They're inexpensive, prepared to order, and are the perfect accompaniment to the Caipirinha or beer you'll no doubt purchase as an accompaniment. The staff here - a mama bear owner who prepares the sandwiches plus gorgeous, friendly, English-speaking Uruguayan men - doesn't hurt. I never quite figured out how the seating thing works on this beach but they invited me to sit in their section and said they'd take care of me and my stuff all day. They rent beach chairs as well and I'm sure it's no accident that half the gorgeous crowd parks themselves in this section of beach. The sandwiches, which consist of meat, sauce, onions (maybe), and roll range in price from BRL $12 - $18 (about $3 - $4.50 US). Their menu says they have meat-based appetizers, for a bit more money, but I never saw the need. These sandwiches (and drinks) are all you need for a perfect day on Ipanema Beach. Simultaneously light but hearty, you won't need to wait 30 minutes after consuming until you can head back into the ocean. There are a ton of things being hawked as you bake on the shores of Ipanema. Indulge in some of those most definitely. But, when you want to experience great sandwiches without leaving the sand, head for the blue-and-white striped Uruguyan flag, like everyone else.

I was very excited to find Barraca do Uruguay on Yelp last year - almost as excited as I was to see…read moreAnthony Bourdain discover them a couple years before that. As I wait in the airport to depart Brasil with a head full of fine memories, I'm giving a well-deserved review that is long overdue. When on my nearly-annual trips to Rio over the past 10 years or so, I've always spent a day or few on the beach at Barraca do Uruguay. In addition to that they occupy the best spot on the best big-city beach on the planet, they make those celebrated sandwiches, and they are a great family to meet. My favorite is the chicken (frango), with grilled onions, that chimichurri sauce, and a dab of the hot pepper sauce. Add a caipirinha or a can of Skol and I am very, very happy, and truly ready to appreciate the entire beautiful Posto 9 scene. Also available is bottled water, sodas, and chilled coconuts, and you should have at least one coconut-full of juice in order to keep your potassium levels up in the Rio heat. Up until a couple years ago, they used to BBQ the meat on site; however, the city no longer allows that. Moving the BBQ-ing off-site has only minimally detracted from the flavors and the heat of the meat. If you want to go in the water, ask and they'll guard your bag in their stand. (Bonus Rio beach tip: bring minimal items to the beach, and what you do bring, put in a plastic shopping bag, which is less likely to tempt theft than your Gucci purse or murse or whatever you usually lug around). A day at the beach with them, including chair and umbrella rental, a couple of sandwiches, and all the beer you can handle will set you back under US$25/pp. Hi to Fabiola, Gonzalo, Tania, and the rest of the family - I hope to see you all again very soon. Saudades :)

I make it a point to go to this restaurant every time I am in Rio De Janeiro. It is in an ideal…read morespot across the street from the beach in Barra de Tijuca. I would argue that this establishment has one of the best acai bowls in all of Brazil. I always order a bowl with 2 sides of granola and it is delicious and filling. If I am starving I will order the Poppy Forte on a croissant and share it with a friend (very big sandwich). If you ever find yourself in Rio on the beach in Barra don't miss out.

So, this spot is super nice if you're on the beach in Barra. It's tucked into a gas station, with a…read moresuper nice little deli/bakery/random things spot next door. Super convenient for the lucky people who live on Barra Beach. Golden Sucos is always nicely air conditioned, and the menu is extensively, with a lot of healthy options. There is SO much to look at to order, it often takes me way too long. Great selection of juices, açaí, sandwiches, etc. The service is actually pretty quick, too. But I took off a star because, in the tradition of team service here in Rio, getting the check and getting the correct check and getting change is a consistent problem here. We've gotten the wrong check multiple times. Ask for the key at the counter to go to the bathroom, which is next to the pharmacy, and very clean.

Best sandwich shop in Rio! Great location, amazing food and pretty cool ambient. They have burger…read morefestivals every Thursday, which are delicious! They have their own draft beer which is delicious, and their beer menu is the best. This place is much more than just a sandwich shop. It's an amazing experience with great food in a such cool designed place! It's a must go!

Good local (Sao Paulo) craft beer, Colorado. Simple but good menu with quality fast food. Service…read moredecent. Place to visit

This is a great option for healthy food for a reasonable price. The sandwiches are pretty good. I…read morehad the smoked salmon sandwich and it was just right - I've found it's not uncommon for smoked salmon to be too salty. The best items on the menu are for sure the juices. Most are made with fresh fruit and they're always delicious. One complaint I have is the slow service for juices. They are worth the wait though. My favorite is tangerine and ginger. Healthy and delicious!

We went to this Balada Mix with a big group and service was good (not fast) and food was delicious…read more They have a separate menu for lunch with a few options and that's what I got. It comes with a salad, the main dish and a dessert. Very reasonable

This is the go-to place for some of my best friends who live here in Recreio dos Bandeirantes…read more When you arrive, instantly you see the outdoor patio seating area and it is always busy. As you walk in, you'll see it is the same. This is a good sign for a restaurant! Each time I have been to ASA Rio, service has always been very professional and very fast. The restaurant is always very clean. The food has always been excellent. And it should be then obvious why this restaurant is always busy! Last night I had a fantastic cut of beef, cooked medium rare exactly as I requested. It was tender and flavorful. For the two sides , I had a Caesar salad which was very underwhelming, with very little flavor, but the redeeming value was the Brazilian cheese used so that was a bit of a welcome surprise compared to the usual shredded parmesan we have back in the United States, and I had grilled vegetables. The grilled vegetables were flat grilled, not flame-grilled as I anticipated yesterday you were moist and soft yet with the right amount of firmness and they had what I believe was a garlic aioli but just a little bit of salt and it was delicious. One of our group ordered a hamburger and french fries and a hamburger looked good. He shared the french fries with us and they were a bit flavorless but abundant. Normally we would all have acai for dessert, the 300, but tonight we did not. It is always delicious, high-quality and a treat. Parking at ASA Rio is on the street and can be challenging. In the past, there was an open parking lot across the street that we would use but it was closed last night.

Asa is certainly a restaurant that has good food , whatever you order from them. But , in my…read moreopinion , there are more bad drawbacks than good points. To give examples about it , i would say that the attendance and the time for the food come to you are a really bad points about restaurant. Moreover , it's a expensive restaurant for the quantity and quality of the food. In sum , if you want a place to eat , and thought on Asa about it , i would recommend you choose another restaurant.