Popped in for the FIFA WC games. Amazing vibes! Bartenders are helpful and polite. Even in the midst of the FIFA craze, esp John. Overall, always a good time whenever I've stopped in. read more

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After a visit to the local fragrance shop, a friend and I stopped in. The ambience and decor were nice and the service was good. I find it will be a great location to watch the FIFA matches and have drinks. As far as the food, it was not the best for me but my friend enjoyed her Caesar salad. read more

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Natalia and Joao were awesome! Very welcoming! Great service! The artwork on the wall is so bright and uplifting! They have an Italian chef and a Brazilian chef! The rigatoni was fabulous, the Caesar salad was not goofy! The arugula salad with shrimp was refreshing for a hot summer's day! read more

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I have lived across the street from this bar for years - I happily watched them expand their footprint from Mojo Mousse to Goyana and now the sister restaurant run by Johan. I used to eat there often and go for drinks with friends but I will never go again. Why? They are destroying their neighbors' summers with their massively overcrowded Open Streets festivities. I have no grudge with live music and a party once in awhile, but every weekend the block is crammed, making life awful for the people who live here. If you care about NYC neighborhoods and tenants rights' do NOT support this business. They took a good thing and made it toxic, disruptive, and disrespectful. read more

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I came here with a friend and was pleasantly surprised by the lively music and decor. The drinks were really good and strong which I liked. I got the Brazilian chicken fricasse (not pictured) which wasn't me favorite but i will have to try another dish when I go back. It's a cute intimate spot to come for a drink or on a date. read more

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Like many of my favorites in East Harlem, the space here is very small. But the food is large in flavor and quality.

Lovely bar, great food and amazing service! The coxinhas feel like home and the caipirinhas were delicious. Definitely one of my favorite Brazilian spots!! read more

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Bar Goyana overall was very good, but the main dish didn't stand out to me. However, I would be back to try everything that I liked as it was pretty solid. My friend and I had the chips and guac to start which was good- the guac didn't taste puréed/fresh out of a jar which I don't like. We also got the pao de quiejo which was tasty- I would definitely opt for the stuffed ones next time though. For our mains, we shared the beef stroganoff as we had eaten before. This unfortunately fell short for me as it lacked flavor and didn't feel like an authentic Brazilian dish to me. FWIW, the drinks were tasty to compensate for the lackluster main dish. I forgot our server's name but she was very sweet and attentive. I would come back for the appetizers and drinks. read more

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I enjoyed the food was there during a happy hour. The food was very tasty surprising good. The ambience was very nice as well. The service was subpar in my opinion. Personally felt the waiter took very long to come over so long that many party members were unable to enter their happy hour orders when they were ready a good 10-15min before it ended. He also offered no flexibility due to that. But really good food. read more

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I went here with a group around a week ago or so for Restaurant Week which is one of the reasonably priced ones in the city being three courses for $30. This is a small Brazilian place with a bar connected to a Belgian chocolate mousse place called Mojo Dessert Bar which is why they have that as dessert here. The staff was friendly though there wasn't really enough people so they took a bit to serve everything with some people getting their food a bit later than others but it's a casual spot so I don't mind. It was a bit hot inside even though the fan was on and the seating was slightly cramped with a large plant at the corner which doesn't really work with people trying to get in. To drink I had a caipirinha as it was happy hour. I believe it was $12 or so and I got the lime one and it wasn't that good. Couldn't really taste the cachaça at all and I probably would try a different cocktail next time. For the appetizer choice, some of us got the Coxinha or chicken croquette which had a a light green sauce on the side. It was pretty good with tender chicken and a soft batter and the portion was good with two pieces. I've had better such as at Rio Market but it was still solid and the sauce was fresh. Another person got the Pastel or as described their version of an empanada (with a choice of beef or cheese,) which came with one piece, one person got their unique twist on a Pao de Queijo/cheese bread which was cut in half and stuffed which had three small pieces, and one person got the Pineapple Da Goyana which came out very quickly. They all appeared to enjoy their appetizers. For main dish, I went with the Feijoada listed as the Brazilian National Dish consisting of a black beans and pork stew served with the usual accompaniments; white rice, collard greens, farofa, tomatoes, and orange. Their version was just OK outside of the good portion size for RW. The vast majority of the pork in there was sausage which had a smoky flavor with a handful of small pieces as well. It was a lot less varied compared to some other Brazilian spots I've been to (such as the excellent Nelore among others) so it lacked textures and was just a bit one note. The sides helped cut down the richness of the stew (particularly the farofa/toasted cassava flour) and it was overall good but not great. A person across from me got the Bobó de Camarão or shrimp and cassava stew served with white rice and the same farofa. I tried a bit of the stew which had a good thick texture as expected from the cassava with some light coconut sweetness and there was plenty of shrimp in there and I thought overall it was better even from the small taste. One person at the table had the Chicken Stroganoff consisting of chicken and mushroom stew with white rice and crispy potato sticks which they enjoyed. Dessert as noted was from Mojo Sweets; a Belgian chocolate mousse place connected to here. You can read my full review on there here https://www.yelp.com/biz/mojo-desserts-new-york?hrid=hfFY0qoq5ULp9KgnyOkxiQ but in general, I liked the passion fruit one the most with the dark chocolate also being excellent and the hazelnut one being a bit too sweet. This place was fine. The feijoada wasn't that good here nor was my drink but the appetizer and dessert were very tasty. It's not the best Brazilian food I've had or even close but the deal was good for $30. I don't mind haphazard service for a little neighborhood place but the food had a bit too many faults. 3.3 or so. read more

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We came by this Brazilian restaurant to continue birthday celebrations. I loved how you felt the culture and authenticity as soon as you walk in. They have beautiful murals and intricate lights hanging to create a unique ambiance. I ordered the Brazilian Mojito, which was nicely made and fruity flavored. The dinner menu is mostly small plates and a few entrees. I tried the FEIJOADA which is the "Brazilian National Dish." I enjoyed the Black Beans and Pork Stew. The collard greens were sliced and lemon flavored. I didn't finish the meal because it left me wanting more. It was a nice experience to try a Brazilian restaurant that's not a steakhouse, but I don't think I'd recommend it to anyone for other than drinks and good service. read more

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This place handles details well!! Their dessert game is particularly strong. The workers deliver exceptional service quality. This spot creates a casual, cozy atmosphere. ABSOLUTELY SUPERB. read more

Wow. Cozy little cocktail bar conveniently located in the neighborhood. The bartender was super friendly and on point. We made it for happy hour and glad we did! El barrio de fuego - spicy and smoky. This was an eclectic drink and a nice surprise. Definitely good to try if you are looking for something new. Capriniha - refreshing. A solid creation of a classic. Cocktail of the day drink - solid as well The Pao was addictive ! I would also just eat Pao without any stuffing! There are a bunch of others we need to try ! Definitely need to return. read more

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I came here with my mom twice the place is very cute and hidden, it's like a Brazilian cocktail bar with bites. I must say that the cocktails I tried are not bad, pretty good for the area. We tried a mezcal cocktail it was pretty tasty, I tried a rum cocktail Mai tai this one was okay too sweet. We tried a couple of tapas the guacamole was pretty good, the cheese with truffle and honey was not bad but very basic. We tried the croquette and they were good the only thing I was not a fan was of the empanada not the best. The service is friendly but very slow to check in on the table to get refills. I wanted to get more drinks but getting my server was a bit hard to catch attention I feel like this place would be more busier if they improve their customer service skills and even be able to recommend and explain the drinks. Definitely will come back read more

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Ambiance was beautiful and service was welcoming. The cocktails were sweet, personally. Would go back to try the food !

This is an adorable small little gem in East Harlem. The portion sizes are very generous so if you're planning to eat family style keep this in mind. We took a lot of left overs home. The strawberry mango salad (salada tropical) was my favorite after the hazelnut praline mousse. There is a cute outdoor eating area. Service was a bit slow as there seemed to be only one waiter for the entire restaurant but otherwise a very cute experience. read more

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I came to this restaurant with a group of 5 people initially for drinks but it turned into dinner. We were asked if he had reservations when the restaurant was empty which was interesting. This is my first time going to a Brazilian restaurant that wasn't a steakhouse and it was an experience. Some of us ordered small plate tapas. I wanted an entree so I explored new flavors with the shrimp dish that had powdered yuca and rice. My Love had Black Beans Pork Sausage Stew over rice with a side of collard greens that had lemon juice drizzled on top of it. Everything tasted great. The powered yucca is an acquired taste and texture but im glad i tried it. I ordered the Moscow Mule and asked if they could passion fruit juice in it and it tasted amazing which perfectly balanced at the meal. The ambience is cute and intimate. They have happy hour specials and the waitress was kind when she translated the inspirational quotes on the wall for us Non-Portuguese speakers. I will definitely come back for drinks and dessert next-door read more

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A must go to in Harlem! If you are interested in Brazilian bites and cocktails (or like cocktails in general) this is the place to go to! The owners are super friendly and they also own Mojo Mousse Bar next door. Now that it's fall definitely check out the fall drink menu! It's a nice cozy spot for friends to gather and catch up. There is seating in door and outdoor. Check the pics to see my favorite cocktails from here. read more

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If you're looking for a new bar to try, Bar Goyana just opened in July and is serving up some wonderful Brazilian cocktails. The Belgian-Brazilian couple behind MOJO Mousse Bar brings us this new Brazilian-inspired cocktail bar that's located in the space next door to the mousse shop. It's perfect for an outing with friends, a date or an after dinner treat (drinks + dessert)! We tried: *Berry Carmen Miranda *Classic Lime Caipirinha *Belgian Fashion (you get a yummy piece of chocolate with it!) *Strawberry Caipirinha *El Barrio Tropical *You Made It Uphill (they are on a hill lol) *The Goyana They have food offerings as well. Unfortunately I didn't get to try any as I stumbled upon this right after brunch with some friends, but I'm eyeing their Pineapple da Goyana and Crab Cake for next time! Check them out and show some support if you can! read more

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The decor and the ambiance is so cute!! The drinks list is so long and every time I've ordered a drink here they have never disappointed, the serial to each drink is great! The bread both kind a must get don't even think twice! It's incredible! The salad was great when u add protein to it otherwise you will probably still be hungry. The dressing on the salad was great and although it lacked quinoa when asked to give a little more they accommodated well!! The pot pie was light and the flavor was good! The mousse was incredible and they are truly known for that ! If you are looking for a date night spot this is a good place! read more

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So cute! It's like you're downtown but you are absolutely uptown on 100th and Lex. A hidden gem! Grabbing a drink with my husband and loving the outside space. Chairs are super comfortable and ambiance is sweet. We both got a You Made It Uphill and we deserved it after walking up that damn hill. Mezcal was terrific and presentation looked rich. We ordered the bread with prosciutto and cheese and the braise rib bruschetta. Delish! Beef in the bruschetta was so tasty and made for the perfect bite. We will be back- we found a new neighborhood date night spot and I'm so happy about that! read more

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Small, family owned and run Brazilian spot with authentic food. Great portions and happy hour menu. It was very busy and there is limited seating. read more

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I loved Bar Goyana. I have been there twice since posting this review. The staff is very personable and will help you pick out what you want because there are so many delicious options. The waiter is great. I wish I got his name! The cocktails here are really the stars of the show for me. The Caipirinha is amazing - full of flavor and perfectly mixed. If you can, spring for the version with Leblon. You literally don't taste the alcohol. I also think you should try the caipirinha,at least , once because it's a Brazilian drink and Bar Goyana is a Brazilian spot. My favorite food items would have to be the crab cake and the chicken pot pie ( I cannot think of the actual name, but this is how it's described on the menu). The crab cake was a different texture than I was used to but had great flavor. The pot pie had a really delicious crust and a solid filling on the inside. But to be clear, nothing here was bad. I enjoyed all of my food. Looking forward to going back and getting some of my faves but also trying some new things. We also got to meet the owner because he was working when we went. Love this spot and love that it's in Harlem. It's definitely worth putting on your list read more

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East Harlem is really stepping up its cocktail game! It's definitely cozy but you get all the warm, fun Brazilian vibes when you enter. During the winter, it was a much needed reprieve. Of course, the drinks are amazing. But the cherry on top that always makes my day is that the caipirinhas here come with a little whimsy in the form of a parrot. When you go, you'll see what I'm talking about :) read more

My coworkers and I had a great time at this cute cocktail bar nearby work. Interior: very cute and good use of decoration and space. The tropical feel was very different. Drinks: They had happy hour lime caipirinha for $10 and it was good and strong. Food: The stuffed pao de queijo were super yummy and we ended up ordering 3 plates of those. Would definitely recommend the prosciutto and herb cheeses. The guacamole was good as well. The queijo coalho was not my favorite but an interesting blend of flavors. Service: a little bit on the slower side but the place was smaller and the workers were simultaneously bartending and serving Overall: Definitely look forward to going back! read more

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Great Brazilian tapas and cocktail bar and restaurant. Brazilian-inspired food, drinks, decor and music. This will be a hit in this up and coming neighborhood that has many great casual restaurants within a couple blocks. Upbeat Brazilian music playing and intimate seating that allowed chatting with friendly people at neighboring tables if you're feeling social. This was the first time I've chatted with "strangers" since the pandemic, and met a handful of really nice people close to us talking about the amazing food, drinks and more. There are also a few tables outside the patio dining area for customers, which included some solo diners, small groups, friends, families and couples. Background. The business name is a tribute to owner Jacqueline's hometown Goiania in Brazil. The owners are a husband and wife team who also own the neighboring Mojo Mousse bar, with the husband Johan being the Chef at both places and receiving features in New York Times and other publications. Ambiance. The outside seating area has a well crafted woodwork design, adorned with pretty white lace draperies, some plants and a tree draping over the top. (The plastic bananas, lemons and parrots added to the outside area take away from the classy ambiance in my opinion, but still very nice.) The cute and cozy inside is festive Brazilian, designed by a Brazilian interior designer, a few pieces of artwork featuring three famous, female Brazilian creatives and a mural painting as a focal point with the quote from Brazilian Poet Coda Coralina, "We cannot add days to our life but we can add life to our days." Food and drinks. A Brazilian mixologist designed the cocktail menu. - The Belgian Fashion, an old fashioned made with bourbon and chocolate bitters from Mojo Mousse, was delicious. What an interesting twist to a favorite cocktail. Served on a wooden coaster and with a piece of chocolate on the side - You Made It Uphill, a tasty, fruity mezcal cocktail served with a cute flower and miniature clothing clip. Very nice touch. For the delicious tapas, we had: - Beautifully presented, generous serving of seasoned pineapple, garnished with a pretty flower on the side. The mysterious seasoning includes a very light sea salt and was fantastic. This was a hit, a must order, and everyone in our vicinity ordered it. - Mini Crab Cakes (Owner/ Chef Johan's specialty). Delicious, lumped crab meat. I am very particular about crab cakes and often do not like them; but these have small chunks of crab, and a tasty sauce that made them the best I have had. - Stuffed Pao de Queijo. Heavenly miniature Belgian pasty puffs from Mojo's stuffed with herb cheese and prosciutto. These were amazing. Recommend for an upbeat Brazilian cocktail bar. read more

Goyana is a Brazilian-inspired cocktail bar created by Jacqueline and Johan that brought us MOJO Mousse Bar, the first mousse bar in America. The cocktail program was created by the talented Danielle Espindola that is also a Brazilian native. The first thing on the cocktail menu is the Caipirinha, the national cocktail of Brazil, made with Cachaça. Not familiar with Cachaça? It is a distilled spirit made from fermented sugarcane juice. Caipirinhas are one of those refreshing cocktails that would remind you should be on a beach with your Out of Office notification turned on. The signature cocktails on the menu also include tequila and mezcal-based options and signature cocktails such as Moscow Mule, Negroni, Mojito, and more. You will also notice a variety of Belgian beers on the drink menu because the co-owner, Chef Johan is from Belgium. The food menu comprises small plates that pay homage to Brazilian and Latino cuisines. One of them is Empandao de Frango, a savory Brazilian pie that reminds me of chicken pot pie but with a more flaky puff pastry outside. Crowd favorites include Pineapple da Goyana, Guacamole, and Queijo Coalho. Queijo Coalho is grilled curd cheese topped with Black Truffle Honey can be seen on each table in Bar Goyana, and is clearly a crowd favorite. On the weekend, brunch is offered, and there is only one thing on the menu: Feijoada. Feijoada is a Brazilian dish that includes black bean pork stew, rice, chopped collard greens, orange slices, farofa, and a vinaigrette. This was my first time having Feijoada, and it was so filling and delicious, and a dish I encourage mixing all the ingredients together. Bar Goyana is open Wednesday - Sunday and starting August 16th they will be open 7 days a week. Dom's Picks El Barrio Tropical Belgian Fashion Crab Cakes Queijo Coalho Empadao de Frango read more

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As a Brazilian immigrant, I usually like to support Brazilian businesses in NYC. However, I was beyond disappointed with Bar Goyana. I don't know if the food is good or not because I never got my order. The waitress just forgot to write it down after I was waiting for about 30 minutes. They also forgot to bring water to the table. Will never go back. read more

Great little neighborhood Brazilian restaurant with a nice vibe. Menu is limited, but they do a very good job at what they serve. Recommend the feijoada. Service is friendly. Highly recommend. The first time we ate there was for a friend's birthday. There were about 10 of us. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed their meals. The second time we ate there, there was an engagement party with about 25 guests crowded into the larger room. When the party started, we moved to the smaller room where there's just 2 tables and a few seats at the bar. Was a bit cramped, but we were happy and so was the other couple with us. read more

Truly high vibrations at this super cute Brazilian eatery on the upper east side of NYC. If you are into Brazilian cuisine, you won't be disappointed, especially if you try the Guacamole, Pao, Feijoada, and Pineapple skewers (surprisingly simple and delicious). They also have lovely mocktails for those #sobercitizens amongst you. The food took a little longer than I'd hope (more than a half hour) to arrive, so I had to rush. On the plate with the fixings for the Feijoada, I wanted the collards to be richer, maybe with olive oil or butter, and definitely needed more flavor (garlic/onion). The shred on the collards was perfect, but they were pretty flavorless (I know this was to catch the flavor of the stew, which it did well.) Similarly, I wanted the tomatoes to have a bit more flavor. I may be partial because one of my favorite Brazilian restaurants had these incredible sides, like pickled hot peppers, onions and tomatoes, and I wanted a little more spice on the plate. The stew itself was FIRE and I devoured every last bit. If I'm ever on that side, I'd definitely visit again! read more

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The owner is very kind and welcoming. The cocktails are excellent! For food, we only got the crab cake but it was delicious. I would definitely come back to try more of the menu. Side notes: fun international music. Allows dogs in the outdoor seating area read more

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Clean excellent food. Staff is very knowledgeable and happy to discuss. Very busy. Mid week lunch is less busy. read more

I had an excellent time here at Bar Goyana. The ambiance is super cool. The staff is very cooperative and professional. The food and drinks are both very affordable and nice. read more

Great for locals and tourists! I love this place! Charming and artsy, the vibe is a cross between Brazilian vacation and NY bistro. The service was excellent. The food was delicious and unique. Excellent cocktail selection with Brazilian and house creations. Good for sharing or individual portions. Having the owner's Belgian mousse shop next door made for a great dessert (our party enjoyed the dark chocolate, white chocolate and matcha mousse flavors). read more

Fantastic cocktails and food and exceptional service and ambiance. For food, ordered the bruschetta, guacamole and chips, crab cake, and the passion fruit and dark chocolate mousse. All were excellent. For drinks, ordered the summer seasonal Loosy Goosy, Vera Veroe (spelling might be off; first item on cocktail list), and the Goyana. Not overwhelmingly sweet and very flavorful. I'm surprised it took me this long to stumble upon this gem. All in all a superb visit and I will definitely be coming back! Side note: Try out MOJO too! Literally right next door read more

I suggested this place for my daughter's post Central Park wedding champagne toast and appetizer spot. It couldn't have been a better choice. They had beautifully prepared the outdoor seating area to accommodate our party of around 20. The selection of appetizers, drinks and champagne pacing was perfect, as was the dedicated "server". I highly recommend this place for an event gathering or as simply a spot to enjoy the offerings in a place with gorgeous relaxed ambiance. Don't miss it! read more

Bar Goyana is an amazing! the food was delicious, the staff were so pleasant and kind. The restaurant is beautiful decorated. It is very clear that the owners and staff love their culture, food, people and what the do. I will go back over and over and over again. Huge shout out to Giovanna! She's so sweet! read more

Overall (5/5): A trendy oasis in the neighborhood offering hand-crafted cocktails and Brazilian bites that won't disappoint. Extremely friendly owner and wonderful staff. A regular spot! Food (4.5/5): The stuffed pão de quiejo is heavenly. Cheesy, warm, crunchy outside and chewy almost tapioca-y inside, The cheese is like haloumi but a bit squeakier and covered with a light floral-infused honey. The pineapple was delicious and refreshing - chunks of fruit dusted with lime + salt. The drinks are also incredible! Didn't have one myself but will be back regularly to try the full assortment. Atmosphere (5/5): Inside is cozy but well-decorated. Lots of spaces to drink, and the adjacent Mojo Mousse bar has the most amazing Belgian mousses. Outdoor seating available as well. Great for date night. Uniqueness (5/5): Nothing like it in the area! Value (4/5): Typical prices but well worth it. read more

Absolute hidden gem in the city. I almost didn't want to write this review because I wanted to keep this place to myself, but I simply can't. It's that good. We discovered it about two months ago and have been 3 times since (which says a lot considering the number of options in NYC!). It's tucked away on a street in the UES but once you walk in, you feel like you're back in Brazil! It's the perfect date night spot or happy hour with friends to enjoy DELICIOUS margaritas! The food is absolutely amazing. We ordered one round of 3 empanadas and had to order another because they were delicious. Also ordered a few more appetizers to share; I strongly recommend the stuffed pao de quiejo at the recommendation of our server, who was very kind and ultra-attentive. Thank you so much for your service! We had such a great time and can't wait to go back! read more

I came cross this little mousse shop then I learned that the bar+restaurant and the mousse shop is actually the same one. So I got a hazelnut mousse. And ordered food separately to go. I had their black beans pork sausage stew. It is so so good! It's beyond my words. And the dish came with all the toppings that will add so many layers of flavor to the dish! Here is a must try. And I will definitely come back for their other meals read more

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