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Bakery in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
What should I order at Pão & Companhia?
What to order
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Coffee
Most frequently praised item in the reviews, repeatedly described as amazing, delicious, and among the best coffee people have had.
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Pão De Queijo
Strongly recommended for being exceptionally tasty and authentic, with one review calling it the best they have ever had and highlighting its real Brazilian cheese flavor.
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Breakfast Buffet
Recommended for its wide variety, fresh food, and great value, with many reviewers enjoying the pay-by-weight buffet for breakfast.
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French Bread
Praised for being freshly baked regularly throughout the morning, making it a standout bakery item.
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Pastries
Frequently mentioned as delicious and varied, with reviewers loving the wide selection of fresh Brazilian pastries and baked goods.
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Cake
Multiple cakes were highlighted as delicious, including apple carrot cake and coconut cake, showing the bakery’s strong dessert offerings.
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Cheese Bread
Recommended as a fresh and delicious bakery item that reviewers specifically enjoyed with dessert or as part of a meal.
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Tapioca
Mentioned as a tasty traditional Brazilian option that pairs well with the restaurant’s coffee and sweet items.
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Lemon Tarts
Called amazing by a reviewer, making them a notable dessert recommendation.
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Fresh Orange Juice
Praised alongside breakfast as a very good, fresh drink option.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Pão & Companhia
Pão & Companhia is a bakery, breakfast restaurant, coffee shop, confectionery store, and sweets and dessert buffet in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro. Reviewers consistently praise the breakfast buffet, the wide variety of breads and pastries, and the coffee, especially the pão de queijo, fresh French bread, and cakes. It is described as a quick-visit spot with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and in-store pickup available. The price range is R$20–40, and many reviews mention good value for the amount and quality of food.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Coffee
Dining options
- Breakfast
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
Frequently asked
What is Pão & Companhia known for?
It is best known for its breakfast buffet and bakery selection, especially the pão de queijo, fresh French bread, and coffee. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the savory buffet items and the wide variety of breads and pastries available throughout the morning.
What dishes are most recommended at Pão & Companhia?
Reviewers most often recommend the pão de queijo, French bread, lemon tarts, coconut cake, and apple or carrot cake. The buffet also gets praise for Brazilian breakfast treats, tapioca, and fresh orange juice.
What is the atmosphere like at Pão & Companhia?
The atmosphere is busy and practical, with a bakery counter and a self-service buffet where food is weighed before you pay. It suits breakfast stops, solo visits, and groups that want a fast meal, and reviewers note friendly, helpful staff and a clean space where you can see the kitchen.
Is Pão & Companhia good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is R$20–40, and reviewers say the buffet is reasonable for the amount of food you get. Several mention that the price is a bit above average, but the quality, freshness, and variety make it worthwhile.
When is the best time to visit Pão & Companhia?
If you want the widest bread selection, mornings are best because reviewers say fresh French bread comes out every 30 minutes until 11am, then hourly after that. The bakery also stays useful later in the day, with late-night snack options still available around 9pm.
