Coffee shops in Rio de Janeiro
Whether you live in Rio de Janeiro or are passing through, a great coffee shop can make the day. The map lists 12 coffee shops — here are the ones worth knowing. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Rio de Janeiro.
Coffee shops in Rio de Janeiro
Every cafe below is a real, named listing — no anonymous pins. Sorted by review count so the local favorites land first.
Place data, ratings and reviews by Google. Powered by Google.
Getting good coffee in Rio de Janeiro
- The highest-rated independent shops in Rio de Janeiro tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in Rio de Janeiro, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil (coordinates -22.91, -43.17, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Sources for Rio de Janeiro: Google Places listings with ratings, re-pulled regularly. If a venue has opened or closed recently, give the listings a week or two to catch up.
Common questions
Where do these Rio de Janeiro coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for Rio de Janeiro, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this Rio de Janeiro coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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