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!!

What's not to like about delicious pestiscos (Brazilian tapas), fresh caipirinhas, and homely…read moreBrazilian service all by the beach! The caldinho de feijão, essentially a cup of black bean "soup", was served with chicharrones and was so flavorful, I could have had a whole bowl of it. The highlight for me was definitely the empada de palmito, like a mini pot pie of palm hearts, it was so creamy, smooth and the pastry melts in your mouth. Of course can't pass on a caipirinha de maracujá (passion fruit), this one was probably the freshest of the whole trip! If you're in the Leblon area, stop by here after a beach day for an incredible Brazilian lunch

I stopped here for an afternoon snack and a drink and had the loveliest time. The staff was warm,…read morewelcoming and attentive. My passion fruit caipirinha was delicious. And the shrimp & cheese ball was fantastic, I had 2 orders. Looking forward to returning on my next visit.

Absolutely amazing spot for fresh fruit juices!!!! They range from $3-4 dollars us! Had the…read morewatermelon, tutti fruiti, pineapple, kiwi. Very casual stand up spot. You can order and take the juices to go! They also have empanadas and sandwiches which are pretty good! We went every day and had a juice here!

Would give 5 stars if they accepted credit cards :/ Sandwiches (X Salada) and juices are purely…read morefresh and delicious, if you're looking for a nice place to cool off in the afternoon heat in Leblon.

This is a 3.5 star review. I couldn't bare to give them 3 stars because the internet was one of the…read moremost solid internet connections I have had in Rio. Maybe I got lucky for the 3 hours I was there, but I only had one disruption (that lasted about 2 minutes), which is rare in these parts. Cafe Leblon is really cute but lacks charm, if that makes sense. The orange and yellow flowers outside make it feel bright and inviting and the staff is fine and attentive but there is nothing exceptional about this place. I had an espresso that tasted a little burt and I got an omelete with queijo minas and oregano with a side salad, which was ok. I would never come here if I wanted to eat a good meal and drink a good coffee. I will, however, come back here to work and have a mediocre espresso because the people were friendly enough and it is comfortable enough and it is on a nice peaceful street in Leblon.

Cute coffee with free WiFi in the center of leblon. The breakfast combos are good value and will…read morefill you in for the day (scrambled eggs, fruit salad, bread, croissant, cheese, ham, coffee, orange juice, marmelade and butter). The service is pretty fast too. They have menus in English. Good stuff!

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 :)

As an International traveler, I tend to enjoy the casual, street side restaurants that cater to…read morelocals. Hotels and fancier places are usually lacking in flavor, service and freshness. It's better to eat where the locals eat: Big Polis proves me right. I ate here three times during my week in Leblon, mostly because I was assured high quality food and fantastic service, from the English menu to the friendly and helpful staff. Oh and the food? It was fantastic. Try the Filet Mignon burger with a fried egg and pineapple. And get an acai with banana and cashew nuts. The burger had a rich bun, the filet was almost gourmet restaurant quality (cooked right, medium to medium-rare) and even the fries were plentiful, flavorful and had a rich texture. I found myself looking for acai with cashew elsewhere, and only seemed to find it at Big Polis. All in all, I was served a fantastic meal with a fantastic view of Leblon all for about $R42. It would be much less if you got a "regular" sandwich, but the Filet Mignon was absolutely worth it!

Outdoor seating diner with quality ingredients…read more Two filet mignon sandwiches with 1 add on each + two small fruit juices=72 real. Can't beat the value.

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.

Some friends and I were visiting Rio in one of the hottest times of the year, so we ate a lot of…read moreice cream and cold sweets while there. When we saw Polis in an area we were walking, we knew we had to stop by for a nice chilled treat. It was very busy inside, which is usually a good sign that it will be a great spot (if people line up outside for it!) We went in and got in line to order. I saw they had a lot of Açaí drinks and shakes. And I saw they had flavors too like strawberry, mango, and blueberry. When my turn came up to order, I asked for a drink with strawberry and they said they only come in banana flavor. I was confused by that because I saw on the board they had strawberry (morango) as a flavor. But I went along with it since maybe they were out of strawberry? I got my banana drink and went outside with my friends, only to see that one of them got a strawberry drink! What the heck?! And unfortunately, my banana açaí drink was not the tastiest. I'm not sure if it was the açaí I didn't like, the banana flavor, or the mix of the two. It's also the fact that I didn't get what I wanted even though a friend got what I had clearly asked for just fine, and that left a bad taste in my mouth!

Bom dia! This is the place to get your açaí fix…read more Ordering from this place is a Brazilian experience and the staff here are used to having foreigners. They can understand English but even if they don't they want you to shout your order to them in your best Portuguese. They know what you want even before you open your month. And yes the açaí smooth is delicious. It's less sweet and more nuttier compared to the style they serve in the US. So I like it! I recommend getting the small size so you can leave room to try the other foods. Short walk to the beach so it's to the beach but hustle vibe.

Decent food- the tuna fish was cooked well with a tart taste. Great service- our waitress was very…read morekind as we navigated the menu and the Portuguese language.

Amazing food very fresh and flavourful, Super nice clean restaurant with very helpful and friendly…read morestaff.

Now that I've been to Delírio Tropical, I understand why there's a line that goes out the door…read moreevery day.... My friend and I went here because we wanted to try to eat a little healthier - for at least one meal ;-) You'll see a white paper English menu near the entrance. Armed with information from the menu, you can simply point to whatever looks good, and the staffers will put some on your plate. If you get something that needs to be heated up, take your tray to your table; your food will be brought out when it's ready. At the end of the food line, you'll be given a receipt that shows what you ordered and the price of your order; pay when you leave. There's a cashier near the door. We had the chicken Caesar sandwich with qunoa and the roasted beef salad. To wash that down, we got two drinks; the total bill came to about $13 USD. Not bad!

Mastered the ratio between quality and quantity. Food was fresh and flavorful at a hard-to-beat…read moreprice. While we had a line, it moves fast! Plentiful seating options spread across 2 floors. A great spot to grab lunch in the heart of the Ipanema fashion district.