Great coffee and breakfast for a average price, good omelette and yogurt, there is fine WiFi and…read morethe waiters don't know english. Air conditioning is really good and the sweets are awesome. Very recommend to people who appreciate European coffee!

I'm updating my review because they seem to have fixed their wifi! In my original review, I…read morecommented that the wifi really didn't work, but now it seems to be functioning perfectly. This is a nice cafe in Copacabana. It definitely has the most styles of coffee brews I've ever seen in Brazil. You can choose between French Press, Aeropress, Chemex (pour over), filter (via Hario V60), and all of the standard espresso varieties. The wait staff is super helpful and patient, and they are more than happy to explain to you their different roasts available as well as the differences in brewing methods. The only downside to their coffee is that even the French press and the pour over result in exactly a 8-oz serving, so you don't get a whole full French press or Chemex like you get at many cafes in the U.S. I haven't tried everything on their menu, but I personally love the waffles, they're crispy and delicious, and you can choose between a variety of toppings (my favorite is honey & butter). It's a perfect midday snack! With a whimsical colorful atmosphere, the decor is so well thought out that this cafe really almost seems out of place here in Rio. Where many cafes here seem to think of their interior design as an afterthought, here they have made it a priority. With plenty of table space and comfortable chairs, this is an excellent place to come and spend the afternoon working on a project. They also have some great desserts available and the rest of the menu, which includes soups and omelettes a and other light foods, looks amazing If you're used to the comfy cozy cafes of the U.S. and want a place to get some work done, this is definitely your spot (as long as you don't need wifi). It's also a great place to come with a friend to have a relaxed conversation.

Not a huge Starbucks fan but this place came through because it was the only place we could find…read morethat still carries the Starbucks city (Rio or São Paulo) and country (Brasil) mugs of two sizes. We had visiting friends looking for those to collect and we went to Ipanema and Shopping Leblon. Both places didn't carry them anymore. The worker at shopping Leblon had no idea why and where we might be able to find them, which wasn't very helpful. We happened to come to the mall and remember there was a Starbucks there and so we were able to find them. It's R$40 for the large mugs. So if your are looking for mugs and coffee beans to take home, this place has a very good variety and selection.

Not a huge fan of Starbucks so wanted to check out this place on the second floor of Gávea shopping…read morecenter. They offer several small tables and chairs with a couple large couches and arm chairs in the back that almost look like a living room centered around a low coffee table. They offer a variety of caffeinated drinks and snacks. Service was fine, you can order at the counter or at table and they bring it to your table.

Finally stopped to try California Coffee for the first time. The coffee was good and I didn't have…read moreany real problems with the place. But it also didn't do anything for me that would make it above average. One advantage, which is not really because of anything the store did, is that it is next to a couch area in Shopping da Gávea, making it easy to enjoy your coffee somewhere a little more comfortable. I'm not sure if it's this way at every California Coffee, but the store is a kiosk by the escalators as opposed to an actual store that you can enter. They do have their own tables and chairs though, so you can enjoy your coffee or snack there if you'd like. I tried the hazelnut coffee and there are several options of hot and cold coffee drinks to please most anyone looking for a quick fix. I personally would go here rather than the Starbucks downstairs, but I wouldn't rank it above Momo just around the corner or D.R.I. upstairs.

I just came back from South America and although Yelp has no presence in many parts of the…read morecontinent that I visited, I at least can blast out reviews on Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires!! I'm obviously not a Carioca (Rio local) so this review is geared more towards other people from the U.S. that visit Rio for the first time like me. Although I think they thought I was local or at least Brazilian because people would ask me for directions, ask me to watch their stuff at the beach, try to make conversation with me, all in Portuguese! Street vendors didn't even really bother me. I noticed they would first try in Portuguese with me, but in English with other tourists around me LMAO. I realized Brazilians look so mixed race that a Filipino from the U.S. could easily be mistaken for a Carioca. I think I just fit the skin tone swatch of the city. I feel like I look very favela-ish. I believe Megamatte is a chain cafe around Rio. This location is near Fort Copacabana, in an area called Arpoador, which is the area in between the main attraction beaches, Copacabana and Ipanema. So if you're making the walk between beaches along the main drag, then you are bound to pass by. You might as well stop in and grab some classic Brazilian treats because they are delicious here. Unbeknownst to me, I happened to arrive really early in the morning on their Proclamation Day (aka Independence Day) so lo-and-behold all the businesses were closed till 3 pm...except this one. How great a stumble this was because it was the perfect, convenient, easy, and quick snack breakfast to start my first day in Rio before going straight to the beach. The main things you wanna try here are their 1) Huge, soft, and extra cheesy pao de queijos, the Brazilian cheese bread everyone loves, 2) Guarana drinks of which they have many flavors, but I liked the original plain gaurana, which is a sweet drink made from some plant, not carbonated, but not juice either--it's like this weird but tasty "in-between" drink, and 3) Acai, which we all know and love--you can also get these on the street, but if you want them from a store, this is a good place to go. It really is a great cafe to transition your taste buds to some of the staples of Brazilian eats before you delve into the world of street/beach food, feijoada, moqueca, and churrasco! They also have all kinds of little pastries (savory and sweet, some recognizable, some not) and cakes displayed in their cases, so it's easy to just point to what looks delicious if you don't speak Portuguese. Although eggs and pancakes will likely be available complimentary in your hotel, it's nice to try what Brazilians (and other South Americans) eat for breakfast on the daily (aka not eggs and pancakes lol). Although I was able to check into our hotel very early, if you arrive before check in time and you're not able to check in, just leave your bags with the concierge and start strolling the beaches IMMEDIATELY. If you come across this place, it looks very tiny (with very little seating) and very local, but stop in and try a few things or save them for later as snacks! They accept credit cards and they're cheap.

Very small shop near Ipanema beach. Staff was very kind in helping me in half english, half…read morePortuguese - I really appreciated the kindness and great customer service. Enjoyed a pizza croissant, and espresso. Good stop for early morning coffee fix ;-)

Leblon's Armazém do Café is simply amazing (not to be confused with Armazém). The baristas working…read moreat the Café are exceptionally nice, and gladly helped me pick out a drink and practice my Portuguese. Per their recommendation I ordered the cappuccino (a drink I normally avoid back in the States) and absolutely loved it. The drink came with sugared lemon rinds on the side which were delicious, while the cappuccino itself was one of the best I've ever tasted. Despite being hardly two blocks from the beach the vibes are calm and tranquil, and I got a lot of work done. If you're in Leblon looking for a nice place to start your morning or want a sweet spot to sit on your computer and do some work while on vacation Armazém do Café is the place to be.

First time in an Armázem do cafe and I'm impressed. They have a great selection of cafe themed…read moredrinks. You can get any number of roasts and cappuccino and espressos with different flavor and add port or a flavored liquor. They also have roasted beans so you can take home your own bag and a grinder if you need it. Definitely recommend taking a break and having a coffee.

Great service, a nice variety and availability. Delicious goods and great coffee! I enjoy coming…read morehere for their coffee and also their sandwiches.

Cute and cozy coffee spot within walking distance from our hotel. Our first attempt to eat here…read morefailed due to the wait time. However, the second time we came , we were in luck because a table was leaving when we arrived. Anyway, we put in our orders and still ended up waiting for 25-30 minutes. So be prepared to wait. The food was decent. I had the 1/2 LF salad and veggie omelette. We both had their Irish cream coffee and they did not skimp on the alcohol.

This little bistro is just off the main street. It has a nice little outdoor patio, and a cozy…read morelittle indoors. They have a surprisingly good collection of craft beers. And a small but decent wine list. The staff is a bit under, so my tip would be if you sit outside, order at the counter. It'll move things along.

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.