Food Store & Restaurant & Food restaurant in Rio de Janeiro

Confeitaria Colombo

Experience Rio's iconic cafe, rated 4.4/5. Savor delicious pastries and a historic ambiance. Discover a must-visit spot in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.

4.4(37,930 reviews)
$$$
Food Store · Restaurant · Food
Confeitaria Colombo in rio-de-janeiro

A century-old café with huge built-in mirrors & classic pastry-store snacks & sweets.

About Confeitaria Colombo

Step into a bygone era at this stunning Rio de Janeiro establishment, a true architectural gem that transports visitors back in time. With a commendable 4.4-star rating, it's clear this spot holds a special place in diners' hearts. While the atmosphere is undeniably grand and steeped in history, be prepared for a lively and sometimes bustling environment, especially during peak hours. Diners frequently praise the exquisite pastries, with many recommending them as a highlight, noting their exceptional quality and delicious flavors. The food itself receives positive marks, though the portions are often described as modest. For those seeking a memorable culinary experience infused with history and a touch of old-world charm, this is a destination worth exploring.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Upscale
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Features & Amenities
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly

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4.4 / 5.0(37,930 reviews)

Very beautiful place, it reeks history, but very full and loud, it doesn't let you enjoy the meal! I recommend you to order only the pastry if not you will wait a lot! The food is 7/10 and desserts 10/10 (the flan is really creamy and delicious) Given the location, it is undoubtedly amazing but the service was disappointing. I understand that maybe because it was a Sunday afternoon, probably a long day however you can tell the unwillingness to work —The food, small portion and nothing special. If you are looking for a place to post on social media, this is perfect for you but if you want a real food/cafe there are bunch of them around way better than this tourist trap Highly overrated, but worth it if you intend to go for the atmosphere. The food was not good. Looking around, my guess is that it’s best to just get a coffee and shake or a dessert.

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R. Gonçalves Dias, 32 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20050-030, Brazil

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Opening Hours

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Monday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
SundayClosed
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Recent Reviews

Juan G.

November 4, 2025

Very beautiful place, it reeks history, but very full and loud, it doesn't let you enjoy the meal! I recommend you to order only the pastry if not you will wait a lot! The food is 7/10 and desserts 10/10 (the flan is really creamy and delicious)

Paolo B.

October 1, 2025

Given the location, it is undoubtedly amazing but the service was disappointing. I understand that maybe because it was a Sunday afternoon, probably a long day however you can tell the unwillingness to work —The food, small portion and nothing special. If you are looking for a place to post on social media, this is perfect for you but if you want a real food/cafe there are bunch of them around way better than this tourist trap

Jeremy M.

November 2, 2025

Highly overrated, but worth it if you intend to go for the atmosphere. The food was not good. Looking around, my guess is that it’s best to just get a coffee and shake or a dessert.

Peter B.

August 12, 2025

We chose the restaurant thanks to recommendations, but it was an extremely bad experience for us. Terrible attitude of the staff, catastrophic conditions of seating comfort, broken chairs, a lot of noise, a mess on the floor. Despite repeated requests to clean the table, we had to clean it ourselves. We spent almost an hour of our vacation here waiting for a table. Despite the name order of the guests, the staff let other guests who had passed us in, the staff told us curtly that they had a reservation. We did not see any information about reservations on the tables. They all passed us in several times, despite the fact that we had a reservation card. Very worried, we got up and left, preferring not to ruin our vacation. We do not recommend a visit, it has nothing to do with a gastronomic, relaxing and relaxing experience. Disappointing waste of time.

Alexandru I.

August 26, 2025

Overhyped. Looking deeper into what it offers beyond the appearances, it’s nothing worth visiting again in my opinion. Yes, waiters wearing a tie, and the long queue might make you think it will be a special experience for the prices you’ll be charged. Unfortunately not, food is just average, waiters don’t speak much else other than Portuguese, with no awareness of when to serve what’s being ordered. They will deliver the food as soon as it’s ready. So we got the coffee and eclair served before the main dishes. I don’t who eats in this way but that’s what happens if you order everything at the same time in this place. The worst part is that the food is not even freshly prepared. For example, the beirut pita sandwich with fillet mignon, eggs and salad is reheated. The result is a bland and soggy sandwich…disappointing. The eclair was not fresh either. The only things we found to be good were the carpaccio and the coffee. Before paying they’ll parade a basket full of sweets and chocolate in the hope they’ll get you to buy more stuff And when you’re finally about to step out, you’ll be asked for 60r$ for a printed photograph..yeah, that trick they pull off at the beginning once you got past the queue. I don’t know what makes them think this is what makes clients enjoy their time in this place.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Confeitaria Colombo special

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

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Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

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