Top Rio de Janeiro Food Tours

We are Rio's original walking food tour (since 2013). Your food guides are local experts - food writers, journalists, and people who know how to have a great time in Rio! We have over 13 years of experience in helping visitors find with the best places to eat and drink in Rio. During the tour you'll eat and drink in places the locals go, making a genuine connection with Rio's unique culture. You'll eat delicious food, enjoy amazing drinks, you'll meet cariocas (Rio's locals) and at the end of the tour you'll be setup with recommendations and suggestions for more places to eat, have fun and enjoy other activities for the rest of your time in Rio. We can accommodate all dietary restrictions - vegetarians, pescatarians, food allergies, celiacs, people who don't eat pork and people who don't drink alcohol.

Avoid the tourist traps and explore Brazil through its cuisine on this food tour through Rio de Janeiro. Follow a local guide through the streets and learn how Brazilian gastronomy is a multicultural melting pot of flavors—with influences from Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean. Sample multiple dishes, plus a sweet treat at the end, for a well-rounded meal.

Eat your way through Rio de Janeiro and sample Brazil’s diverse array of cuisine on an all-inclusive food tour. Try everything from street food to local snacks, and of course, barbecued meats.The tour is paced thoughtfully so you can minimize food waste and try several dishes without filling up too early on.

This route lives entirely in Ipanema, the beachfront neighborhood where cariocas eat every day rather than the one they photograph. You'll start on the sand at Ipanema beach with hot fried pastéis and lime-spiked mate, cut through Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz beneath the shade trees near Tom Jobim's statue, and end at a table with clay-pot moqueca carioca simmered in coconut milk and dendê. In between: Amazonian cupuaçu and graviola at a corner casa de sucos, and sub-zero draft beer with coxinhas at a neighborhood boteco. Your guide traces the indigenous and immigrant threads connecting all of it, from Tupi-Guarani cassava to the farofa on the table. You leave knowing how Ipanema eats and able to order like you live there. Made for food-curious travellers, couples and solo visitors.

Historic Centro to Bohemian Lapa: Connects 100-year-old historic botecos with the vibrant street culture, street art, and nightlife energy of Lapa and the Escadaria Selarón. Quintessential Boteco Bites: Features classic Brazilian bar food—from hot pão de queijo and empadinhas to cod fritters, coxinhas, fried polenta, and toasted garlic bread. Authentic Spirit & Cocktail Tastings: Includes tastings of artisanal Cachaça, Amazonian Jambu spirit, iced Mate, and a classic lime Caipirinha served right at Rio's most famous staircase.

Step off the beaten path into Rio’s real food scene at Cobal do Humaitá—a vibrant, historic neighborhood market where Cariocas actually eat, drink, and gather. Instead of quick tourist bites on the go, our tour lets you pull up a chair, relax, and savor generous portions of authentic Brazilian specialties, artisanal cheeses, street food classics, and exotic tropical fruits. We cater effortlessly to everyone in your group with seamless parallel vegetarian alternatives, ensuring nobody misses out on the full flavor of Rio. Led by expert local guides passionate about Carioca heritage, this small-group experience offers an intimate, unhurried, and genuinely local taste of the city you won't find in a guidebook.

100% Exclusive & Private: This is your group’s personal culinary masterclass. Skip the rigid timelines and crowds of shared groups. Your dedicated host adapts the tour entirely to your preferred pace, curiosity, and comfort. The Ultimate Taste of Rio: From golden market-style pastels, fluffy pão de queijo, and savory coxinhas to codfish cakes and grilled specialties, enjoy a complete, dinner-replacing feast of Brazil’s heavy-hitting comfort staples. Iconic Brazilian Drink Journey: Sip your way through the liquid soul of Rio. Enjoy refreshing lime mate, fresh juices, artisanal cachaça, tongue-tingling Amazonian Jambu, and a giant 500ml street Caipirinha right by the Selarón Steps. Tailored Entirely to You: Whether you book for daytime architectural charm or Lapa’s vibrant evening nightlife, your private host ensures total safety, personalized pacing, and deep local insight every step of the way.

This experience allows people to experience a unique moment, immersing themselves in flavors, aromas, sounds and behaviors of a very old culture that is a direct part of the history of Brazil, with all its ethnic mixes rescuing the gastronomic identity and the music of a people and still unknown by many.

Historic Centro to Bohemian Lapa: Connects downtown Rio’s architectural landmarks with the vibrant street culture, street art, and music history of Lapa and the Escadaria Selarón. Essential Carioca Street Snacks: Features the ultimate lineup of local comfort foods—from hot pastéis and pão de queijo to cod fritters, coxinhas, and grilled coalho cheese with molasses. Authentic Spirit & Cocktail Tastings: Includes tastings of artisanal Cachaça, Amazonian Jambu spirit, iced Mate, and a classic lime Caipirinha served right by Rio's most famous staircase.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Rio de Janeiro during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques specific to Brazilian cuisine from your instructor. Upgrade to include a market tour to discover Brazilian ingredients, spices, and souvenirs. Then, get your hands dirty as you learn to prepare several authentic recipes while sipping on an unlimited caipirinhas. Enjoy a true taste of Rio and explore local culture beyond the restaurant scene.

Brazil and its cuisine are a wild and sometimes baffling stew of influences and cultures – and Rio’s old city and port zone are where many of the country’s disparate elements deliciously converge. These atmospheric neighborhoods are where the Portuguese began building the city, where the enslaved Africans who were brought over to Brazil first landed, where samba was born and – most importantly – where this bustling metropolis’s multicultural identity and food culture started taking shape. On this tour we trace that history through its food, meeting the people who are keeping Brazil’s culinary traditions alive and those who are creating exciting new ones.

Rio de Janeiro has spent decades convincing the world it's all beaches, and caipirinhas. But after sunset, another side of the city comes alive. Join us for an evening of feasting through Ipanema and Copacabana, two of Rio's most iconic neighbourhoods. Along the way, you'll uncover the immigrant communities, neighbourhood bars, and local institutions that have quietly shaped the city. Sample crisp Bahian acarajé fritters, creamy crab gratin, buttery cassava, Lebanese kibe and esfiha, warm cheese breads, and one of Rio's most legendary sandwiches: slow-roasted pork paired with sweet pineapple. Wash it all down with an ice-cold chopp beer before finishing with silky Brazilian caramel custard. Between bites, you'll stroll the streets that inspired The Girl From Ipanema, ride the Metro between neighbourhoods like a local, and experience a lively botequin. This isn't a tour of postcard Rio. It's a journey through the stories, flavours, and communities that most visitors never discover.

Walk, snack, and sip your way through Rio’s boldest street eats on this 5-hour guided food crawl. Choose to either try 15+ or 10+ iconic bites across Ipanema and Copacabana. Why You’ll Love This Tour: Skip the generic food tours, this one’s run by locals. Cultural and historical context of each food. Vegetarian-friendly ‍‍ Small groups = better bites and more time with your guides Try: Brazilian-style hot dogs The crispiest pastel in town Rio’s beloved mini pizza, fresh from a family oven Bolinho de aipim + fried aipim sticks Golden coxinhas (chicken croquettes done right) Casquinha de siri (baked crab with spices and a squeeze of lime) Real Amazonian açaí — thick, earthy, and sugar-free Drinks: Fresh-pressed tropical juices Draft Pilsen beer, cold and smooth House-made caipirinhas perfectly balanced Amazonian fruit liqueurs you’ve probably never tried before This experience is offered in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Discover the flavors of Rio de Janeiro with our exclusive Food Tour! Join us on an unforgettable culinary journey through the heart of Rio de Janeiro, savoring the best of Brazilian cuisine while exploring the city's historic center. Perfect for food lovers and those eager to dive into Rio's rich culture and history, this tour offers a curated selection of 10 Brazilian delicacies, all included in the tour price. Stroll through key historical sites in downtown Rio and learn the fascinating stories behind them. Our passionate local guides are ready to share unique stories and insights, ensuring a more personalized and intimate experience with small groups.

Embark on a flavorful journey through Rio de Janeiro's vibrant street food scene with an exclusive tour. Guided by an expert, you'll explore popular food destinations, sampling a variety of Brazilian appetizers and snacks. At a traditional snack bar, indulge in pão de queijo, coxinha, and pastel, each offering a unique taste of Brazil's rich culinary heritage. Refresh yourself at a juice bar with a selection of tropical fruit juices before heading to a local bakery to savor delicatessen specialties. Conclude the tour at a "butequim," a quintessential Brazilian bar, where you'll sample classic bar foods. Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating insights into the cultural significance of each dish and venue, providing an immersive experience that captures the essence of Rio's diverse street food culture. This comprehensive tour offers a delectable taste of the city's vibrant culinary landscape.

If you’re new to Rio, it may be hard to figure out what types of food are best to try when visiting. This Rio de Janeiro Private Street Food Tour makes things easy for you by taking you around the city to the Santa Teresa, Urca, Flamengo and Lapa neighborhoods to taste some of the best Brazilian food in the city. Plus, a guide teaches you about the food and Brazilian culture as you go.

European grapes on the rich Brazilian soil in the hands of hard-working people are producing interesting and complex wines in Brazil. We invite you to check it by yourself. Embark on a wine tasting section with the best Brazilian wines in Rio. We get to see over 240 different bottles from small and medium-sized local wine-makers. It is the largest Brazilian Carte du Vin in the world. We sample incredible wines with local experts.

Think Rio de Janeiro is all beaches, samba, and caipirinhas? Think again. Join us for a culinary adventure through Centro, Rio's historic heart, where traders, immigrants, writers, politicians, and everyday Cariocas have been eating, drinking, and debating for centuries. Over 12+ tastings, you'll explore hidden bars, bustling markets, and old-school eateries that most visitors walk straight past. Along the way, feast on Lebanese kibe and esfiha in the city's historic Saara district, snack on golden cod fritters, grilled sardines, slow-cooked beans, and succulent pork picanha, sip a refreshing lime batida made with cachaça, and sink your teeth into one of Rio's most legendary sandwiches stuffed with roast pork and sweet pineapple. Between bites, you'll discover grand churches, one of the world's most spectacular libraries, lively markets, and the stories that shaped the city. Come to Rio de Janiero for the beaches, stay for the food.

Experience the diverse culinary culture of Rio de Janeiro on a food tour that allows you to overcome the language barrier and sample local delicacies that you might otherwise have missed. You’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 15 as you sample everything from cheese bread and cocinas (chicken and potato bites) to sugar cane juice and craft beer.

Discover the favela tour that brings together more than 18 years of experience, international recognition as the best walks in Latin America and Travellers’ Choice Badge on TripAdvisor. As a finalist for a Responsible Tour at an international tourism fair (WTM Latin America 2024), our commitment to authenticity and sustainability ensures a memorable and impactful experience. Book now and embark on a unique and meaningful journey within the favela!

Experience the vibrant culture and coastal charisma of Rio de Janeiro on an exciting 4-hour bike tour of the beguiling Brazilian city. Follow a knowledgeable guide on an explorative route past landmarks like Copacabana Beach, São João Batista and the colored Steps of Selaron. Gaze at the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue on his cliff-top perch and explore Rio’s famous celebrity cemetery. Stop regularly to capture photographs and listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide.

Explore the daily markets of Rio and Ipanema with a guide on this craft-focused tour. Let your guide show you where to get the best souvenirs at the best bargains; you'll be sure to return home with a suitcase full of treasures. Learn about the food, art, music, and crafts of northeastern Brazil through guided commentary.