A old-school looking bakery in Ipanema with a ton of different pastry options! This is definitely a…read moretop pick for baked goods in Rio since everything is made pretty fresh. We got a few different ones to try and the bread here is super fresh. Highly would recommend the sweet pastries. The salty/ savory options were decent as well. Definitely want to try everything here when I have a sweet tooth, the pastry desserts are great if you love sweets!

We tried the acai and the chicken pastel (baked). Both were average. The acai was too sweet and the…read morepastel was a little dry. Recommend you go a few doors down to Porto do Sabor, where you will find better versions of both!

#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!!

Not bad, but the service sucks and I have never had a fresh croissant here in 12 different…read moreattempts. They are all a day old. And their cappuccino is not. It is merely a cup of coffee with light foam placed on top. And it tastes like shit. If you want a decent place for breakfast, lunch and brunch, with fresh baked goods and an actual barista who makes espresso based Cappuccinos, I would suggest Talho Cafe across the park.

Spectacular eggs Benedict. I had a banana chocolate bread which was also tasty. I left feeling…read moresatisfied and happy. Good vibes all around.

Great breakfast, got the ovo toast with egg and bacon... as well as a iced coffee…read more The bread was super soft and tasted great. The others in my group also liked their food. Service was fast and responsive. The space has plenty of indoor seats as well as outdoor seating. It felt very comfortable and hospitable.

It's really hard to find good, not-fried, somewhat healthy, affordable American-friendly food in…read moreBrazil (surprisingly). I came to bibi twice because I was too hungry to continue wandering. For a tourist area this place is pretty cheap. The crepes, which they are famous for, are to die for. I highly recommend going all out and getting a both a savory crepe and a dessert crepe. I had the steak and fresh cheese (kind of like mozzarella but brazilian style). You won't believe how big the portion is. Go nuts on the dessert crepe you won't regret it. The other entrees are not as good however. Do not be deceived by the bright colors and large portion. Just stick to the crepes. They take card but they don't speak english--and they like to stare.

Super cute little hole in the wall. I had the parma salad with the mustard and honey dressing and a…read morelemon iced tea. The iced tea came in a plastic bottle, it wasn't brewed so no worries about drinking the water. The mustard & honey dressing was delicious!! The prosciutto was sliced perfectly thin and the salad was fresh as well. Service was great! The place was super cute and the waitress was very friendly. She didn't speak English however, I just used my "say hi" app to translate any questions we had

Came here for breakfast during our trip to Rio and we had a good experience. The staff is very…read morefriendly and the food is good. We had some sandwiches recommended by the staff and they came out quick and tasted delicious. We also ordered their waffle with jelly and it was okay. The reason for the 4 stars is because the waffle was really soggy.

Cute cafe inside of a bakery. Very popular, especially on the weekend but we were able to snag a…read moreseat after a 15 minute wait. During the wait we explored the jams and breads. The food overall was delicious. The juices left a lot to be desired as they were watery. We had a lovely chat with one of the owners and that was the cherry on top. We will certainly be back.

Very good pastries. The Romeo & Juliet! I'm dead!…read more The staff is super nice , super friendly. The ambience is perfect. You feel like a local , like you belong. And did I mention their cafe with Leite!! Awesome! I will be back!!

Gringo Cafe quickly became one of my favorite breakfast spots in Rio. It's a popular hangout for…read moretravelers and expats, so if you're looking to meet other English speakers or swap travel tips, this is a great place to start. What kept me coming back was the Bodybuilder Breakfast, packed with chicken breast, egg whites, and fruit. When many breakfast options around town lean heavily toward bread and carbs, it was refreshing to find a protein focused meal that fit my routine. The location is another big plus. It's within walking distance of the beach, several shopping areas, and a large open air market where you can browse everything from fresh seafood and produce to clothing, souvenirs, and household goods. Service can be a little relaxed, but the food is consistent, the atmosphere is friendly, and it's an easy place to start your day before heading out to explore Rio.

Gringo Cafe in Rio Brazil is a dope breakfast/brunch spot that is Brazil owned…read more Food: the food was amazing literally finger licking, tasting, leaving you wanting more! We had the Belly Buster and Farmhouse Breakfast and it was a MEAL lol! Everything was cooked fresh, hot, and seasoned well. Service: the service was amazing, fast, efficient, and staff is very friendly working together at all the tables. Due to the high demand for this location everyone is fast past but ensure to engage the customers and personalize the experience. Ambiance: the resturant is Brazilian owned with open seating from host. It's can seat max 45ppl and also have outside sidewalk seating. The inside is also decorated according to the season and holiday. My overall score is 5.0/5.0 listen when I tell you when in Rio Brazil this is a MUST!!!

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 :)