When you get hungry from exploring Rio de Janeiro, don’t immediately walk to the first restaurant you see. Instead, fill your belly with some amazing street food that Brazil’s charming city has to offer. Of course, we would recommend taking a street food tour and trying everything, but if you are just looking for a quick bite, here are some of the things you definitely need to try.
Pastel
These deep-fried pastries are the staple of Rio de Janeiro’s street food. They are delicious, comforting, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Pastels can be filled with all sorts of things, ranging from cheese and dried meat to chocolate and fruit.
Tapioca Crepes
Tapioca crepes can be found on almost every corner in all major cities in Brazil and Rio de Janeiro is not an exception. They are made using tapioca and they can be filled with either sweet or savory ingredients.
Queijo Coalho
Queijo Coalho is very popular on Rio beaches. It’s a rather simple snack, consisting of a piece of warmed cheese on a stick, but it’s delicious. You can top it with oregano or garlic sauce.
Pipoca
Pipoca is actually a Brazilian expression for popcorn. But in Rio de Janeiro, they come in all sorts of variations. You can get the sweet version with caramel, the salty version with bacon bits, or even have some chili thrown into the mix.