About Café Gaúcho

Welcome to Café Gaúcho, your local Cafe in R. S. José, Rio de Janeiro, where great coffee and a welcoming atmosphere come together. With a 4.60-star rating from 765 reviews, we’re proud to offer great service and quality and accessible facilities for every guest.

Last updated: Jun 12, 2026

Business Hours

Closed · Saturday Closed
Monday 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

4.60
Based on 765 reviews
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Eduardo Hirata (平田)

Café Gaúcho is one of those places that wins you over with its simplicity and the care it takes in welcoming you. The atmosphere is straightforward and unpretentious, with that authentic, down-to-earth service that makes you feel at home. The food is the highlight: flavorful, plentiful, and with a seasoning that perfectly evokes the famous "comida de chama" (traditional food), …

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Christiano Mourão

I've been a regular at Café Gaúcho for years, and I'm passionate about it, but only now have I decided to talk about my favorite spot in the city center. A classic, authentic bar, with a democratic and welcoming atmosphere. If I told you who I'd had a beer with there, you wouldn't believe it. Or maybe you would. There's …

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Roberto Barreto

I go to Café Gaúcho almost every day after work. A traditional bar/pub in downtown Rio, it serves savory snacks, sandwiches, coffee, and perfectly poured draft beer. The staff are excellent too. The pork sandwich, the sausage sandwich (the house specialty), and the "malandrinho" (a type of small, savory pastry) have become my regular favorites.

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Sami L

A spectacular spot to embrace old Rio charm. A choppe and a sandwich, standing at the bar, chatting with regulars and just watching the world go by. This is how pubs were meant to be.

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CUA

We visited this place a couple of times when we were in Rio de Janeiro. The place is always busy but again they serve with joy. Great choices to have some quick bites with some cold beer. There are more filling options too. During our visits we tasted carne assada sandwich (you can’t get enough of this, so delicious), coxinha, …

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Mark Harburg

Great local cafe bistro bar! Very friendly staff and delicious sandwiches!! I recommend the pork with provolone and the sausage and for drinks the mango juice!

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Lukas Gschwentner

This place is amazing! Just a local authentic bistro/café where you can grab a something to eat, drink an espresso or a beer. Just a nice place to be and the people working there are great!!

People Also Ask

Where is Café Gaúcho located?
Café Gaúcho is located at R. S. José, 86 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-020, Brazil, R. S. José, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. You can get directions here.
What is Café Gaúcho rated?
Café Gaúcho has a rating of 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 765 customer reviews.
What are Café Gaúcho's hours?
Café Gaúcho's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Café Gaúcho?
You can reach Café Gaúcho by phone at +55 21 2533-9285.
What type of business is Café Gaúcho?
Café Gaúcho is a coffee & tea business located in R. S. José, Rio de Janeiro. <!-- VOILA_REWRITTEN --> Welcome to Café Gaúcho, your local Cafe in R. S. José, Rio de Janeiro, where great coffee and a welcoming atmosphere come together. With a 4.60-star rating …