Rio de Janeiro
This charming restaurant scores high on novelty: it’s hidden in the back of a bookshop, with stone walls, low-lit lamps and bookshelves. Atmosphere aside,…
Must-see restaurants in Rio de Janeiro State
Rio de Janeiro
Serving delicious croissants and éclairs, this tiny French patisserie is well worth a visit for bakery fans. Aside from éclairs (chocolate or pistachio),…
Ipanema & Leblon
If Rio is destroying your budget, head to this friendly stand-up snack counter for one of the best deals in the Zona Sul: the R$5 mini pizza with crispy…
Búzios
At this Italian-run place, nine varieties of homemade gnocchi incorporate a variety of ingredients – Parma ham, mozzarella, parmesan, asparagus, eggplant,…
Ipanema & Leblon
On chic Garcia d'Ávila, Mil Frutas serves ice cream that showcases fruits from the Amazon and abroad. Abacaxí (pineapple), goiaba (guava), maracujá …
Ipanema & Leblon
Tired of eating feijoada? This open-sided American-run diner dishes up remedies in spades for the homesick gringo: waffles, pancakes, hash browns, mac and…
Rio de Janeiro
One of several food trucks sprinkled along the eastern end of the Blvd Olímpico, Le Petit Paris turns out baguette sandwiches, risottos, boeuf bourguignon…
Rio de Janeiro
Overlooking small Praia da Urca, this neighborhood restaurant serves good-value weekday lunch specials, and you can enjoy views over the bay from the open…
Ipanema & Leblon
This inviting restaurant on Ipanema's most upscale shopping street serves freshly made panini, salads, creamy risottos and creative pastas as well as…
Ipanema & Leblon
This small, open-sided restaurant attracts a young, garrulous crowd who enjoy the more than two dozen sweet and savory crepes available, as well as design…
Rio de Janeiro
Set just off Rua Miguel Lemos, this tidy health-conscious restaurant cooks up a reasonably priced lunch buffet, with vegetarian black beans, moqueca …
Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão
The self-serve buffet at this informal vegetarian-owned eatery includes everything from brown rice and soy protein to sushi and other seafood, with plenty…
Ipanema & Leblon
Dark-wood furnishings and the aroma of fresh-ground coffee lend authenticity to this Leblon coffeehouse. It serves waffles, snacks and desserts, and…
Ipanema & Leblon
One of the best places in Leblon for a creamy gelato, Momo whips up delectable tropical flavors (guava, mango, avocado) as well as Italian classics such…
Ipanema & Leblon
On the lower level of Rio Design Leblon, casual Gula Gula dishes up quiches and salads, and those wanting heartier fare can opt for grilled meats or other…
Ipanema & Leblon
Great for a quick slice when your energy levels are low, Vezpa serves satisfying New York–style pizza slices and lasagna from a tiny storefront. There are…
Rio de Janeiro
On the 30th floor of the Rio Othon Palace, the Skylab serves decent steaks, pastas and seafood, but it's the view that steals the show. Most tables are…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
One of the best per-kilogram places in Jardim Botânico, Nanquim has an elaborate spread of salads, grilled meats, sushi and elaborate dishes such as duck…
Rio de Janeiro
Serving up the city's best pizza by the slice, Vezpa has taken Rio by storm. It has dozens of locations around town, including this one, well-placed for a…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
On a peaceful tree-lined street, La Carioca is an excellent spot for ceviche and other Peruvian hits. It has another, equally charming branch in Ipanema.
Búzios
Other por-kilo joints may offer a wider selection, but locals swear by the unfailing freshness and quality of the self-serve fare at this health-food…
Rio de Janeiro
Follow the scent of chargrilled chicken to this unfussy, open-sided favorite for a satisfying meal that won't drain the wallet. It's a jovial spot, with…
Paraty
Barracas (food stalls) on the beach here serve simple meals. Don't miss the pasteis de camarão (fried dough pockets filled with locally caught shrimp).
Rio de Janeiro
In a colonial house in the Tijuca forest, this atmospheric restaurant serves decent Brazilian fare. It sometimes closes during bad weather, so it's best…
Rio de Janeiro
This popular spot serves tasty temaki, seaweed hand rolls filled with tuna, salmon and other bites. It stays open late, making it ideal for a post-bar…
Flamengo & Around
The Catete Grill has an excellent buffet with a wide range of seafood (including langostino), grilled meats, sushi, pastas, salads, appetizers and baked…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
The lakeside kiosks on either side of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas offer alfresco food and drinks, sometimes accompanied by live music on warm nights.
Rio de Janeiro
Like its better-known version in Ipanema, Capricciosa serves excellent thin-crust pizzas.
Rio de Janeiro State
This friendly place features all-you-can-eat home cooking at lunchtime and all-you-can-eat soup for R$15 on weekday evenings.
Rio de Janeiro
Rio's largest farmers market sells plenty of flowers, veggies and fruits; there are also cafes and restaurants on hand for those looking for a bit more.
Ipanema & Leblon
This popular grocer and produce market sells a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, plus fresh juices and all the supermarket essentials.
Ipanema & Leblon
By day, this is a luxury butchers specializing in meaty delights from southern Brazil. But at 5pm staff fire up the grill, write the evening’s offerings…
Ipanema & Leblon
The go-to spot for satisfying Japanese snacks at all hours. Come for the cone-shaped koni (a seaweed-wrapped hand roll with rice and topped with salmon,…
Ipanema & Leblon
This open-sided purveyor of roast chicken is a handy eating spot. Grab a seat at the counter and enjoy inexpensive, nicely seasoned lunch specials whipped…
Ipanema & Leblon
This popular snack spot serves filling seaweed-wrapped hand rolls filled with rice and topped with sushi-grade salmon and other goodies.
Rio de Janeiro
This supermarket in Copacabana is a good choice for loading up on fresh tropical fruits and other snacks.
