Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes
Description
Discover Brazil through its flavors, history, and rhythm on this immersive food tour in Rio de Janeiro. Explore the authentic Little Africa district and Pedra do Sal, the birthplace of samba, where music fills the streets and Rio’s flavors come alive. Taste dishes that carry African influences and learn the stories behind each recipe. Led by passionate local guides, this tour is a cultural exchange designed to connect you with the real Rio. Some people visit Rio. Others taste Rio. Meeting point: Angu do Gomes restaurant at 1:45 PM. You will savor: Moqueca: Fish or shrimp in a rich, creamy sauce with coconut milk and dendê oil. Angu do Gomes: Creamy cornmeal topped with seasoned meat, sausage, and egg. Coxinha: Crispy dough filled with savory options, typically shredded chicken.
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Itinerary
We begin at Largo da Prainha, the heart of Little Africa. Here, we taste iconic flavors of Afro-Brazilian tradition, such as *bolinho de feijoada* and the classic *angu*, a typical dish of the region, while learning about their origins and their importance in shaping Rio’s cuisine.
An immersion into the flavors of the Northeast, exploring traditional dishes that reveal aromas, textures, and the strength of Brazilian popular culture.
We explore the world of the Carioca *boteco* with signature dishes and drinks in a cozy setting that blends gastronomy, art, literature, and creativity. A space where flavors spark conversation, exchange, and connection—revealing the city’s relaxed and social spirit.
We finish with a sweet and memorable ending, closing the experience with lightness, warmth, and that lingering flavor that stays in your memory.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(115)
Thankful for vegan options. Food was incredible. Amazing chef
Lucas was a great host - walking us from one tasty food stop to the next ( all in the same neighborhood - so very easy walk) and telling us about each dish we tried. Yummy food, great guide, fun neighborhood - all thumbs up! (And if you walk away hungry, it’s your own fault. We were stuffed! 😊)
Thank your for your review! We are happy to know that you had a great time with Lucas! He is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
We loved our tour with Bernardo! He was so kind and knowledgeable. I don't think I have ever learned so much information on a food tour as I did during this one. For each dish and dish origin location, he shared so much history and culture. It was wonderful getting to try several Afro-Brazilian dishes given that the tour I believe is in a predominantly Afro-Brazilian neighborhood. 10/10 would recommend!
Thank you for your kind words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Bernardo! He is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
This is an interesting neighborhood that we wouldn’t have seen otherwise on our short trip to Rio. We appreciated Catarina’s great descriptions and conversation. It was an enjoyable afternoon.
Thank you for your kind words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour tour with Catarina! She is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
A very nice and relaxant food experience in the african root of Rio de Janeiro. Our guide, Bernardo, was very nice. His stories took us in many places in Brasil and, yes, I will visit next time Baxia and Salvador to go deeper in those stories. Thank you Bernardo.
Thank you for the beautiful words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Bernardo! He is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
Catarina was amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Taught us so much about the culture and history of Brazil, answered all of our questions and genuinely made our experience very worth it! Highly recommend! And the food we tried was delish
Thank you for the beautiful words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Catarina! She is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
It’s a food lover’s heaven , 4 different restaurants around the same area from appetizers to desserts we love it and were stuffed
Thank you for the beautiful words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour and Brazillian dishes! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
Catarina was a breath of fresh air and helped make the tour unique and educational , she was very knowledgeable and great fun
Thank you for the beautiful words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Catarina! She is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
The food tour with Catarina was amazing! She was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring throughout the entire experience. Every place that she chose had authentic and delicious food. She even included alcoholic beverage that was super delicious and it's not easy to get me to drink lol. We both loved it. We walked through neighborhoods after each stop and she shared great cultural insights along the way. She has a lot of knowledge about the history of Rio de Janeiro. And she speaks 3 languages. Pretty Impressive!!! Catarina is very friendly, she opened up right away and made us feel very comfortable. If you're staying in Rio de Janeiro, give this tour a try, especially with Catarina if possible. Thank you Catarina from the both of us! Victor and Renita R. May 2026
Thank you for the beautiful words! We are really happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Catarina! She is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
We had a great time with Lucas on the food tour! Everything was delicious and it was great to get a variety of meals and learn about their origins. All of the restaurants were very close together, so a very accessible option.
Thank you for the kind words! We are so happy that you enjoyed our Food Tour with Lucas! He is amazing! We hope to see you again in one of our tours!
