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Coffee store in Santos, State of São Paulo
What should I order at Café Carioca?
What to order
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Pastel
Most frequently recommended and described as one of the best in town, with many reviews praising its traditional quality and variety of fillings such as meat, cheese, dried meat with cream cheese, salmon, and palmito.
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Sanduiche Rosbife
Recommended for being one of the best sandwiches in town, with reviewers specifically calling out the roast beef sandwich as a must-try and praising its flavor.
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Ham Sandwich
Mentioned as a recommended item alongside the pastel, highlighted for the restaurant’s fast service and quality food.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 8 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Café Carioca
Café Carioca is a coffee shop, breakfast restaurant, cafe, and restaurant in Santos, State of São Paulo. It is best known for its traditional Brazilian pastéis, especially meat, cheese, dried meat with cream cheese, salmon, and heart of palm versions, plus roast beef sandwiches and codfish cake. Reviewers consistently praise the fast service, generous portions, and old-school, traditional downtown Santos atmosphere. It is also noted as a place where draft beer is commonly paired with the food.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Frequently asked
What is Café Carioca known for?
Café Carioca is best known for its pastéis, with reviewers calling them some of the best in Santos and a signature part of the place’s long tradition. Popular fillings mentioned include meat, cheese, dried meat with cream cheese, salmon, and heart of palm.
What dishes are most recommended at Café Carioca?
The most recommended items are the pastel, especially the meat, cheese, dried meat with cream cheese, salmon, and heart of palm versions, plus the sanduíche rosbife and the ham sandwich. Reviewers also mention codfish cake and beef pastry as standout savory options.
What is the atmosphere like at Café Carioca?
The vibe is traditional and old-school, with several reviews describing it as a classic bar and restaurant in downtown Santos. It is a good fit for people who want a simple, busy lunch spot with fast service, and some reviews mention live pagode adding to the atmosphere.
Is Café Carioca good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers describe the food as having fair prices, generous portions, and good value for the quality and speed of service. The menu is centered on affordable café and lunch items like pastéis, sandwiches, and draft beer rather than high-end dining.
How is the service and how busy does Café Carioca get?
Service is repeatedly described as fast and professional, even when the restaurant is full. One review notes that on a Sunday afternoon, despite the crowd, the food arrived quickly and the staff kept things moving smoothly.
