Amarelinho da Cinelândia - (Centro, RJ)
Historic taproom in Cinelândia, Rio, offering classic Brazilian dishes and cold beer with a view of iconic landmarks. A true Carioca institution since...
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Amarelinho da Cinelândia - (Centro, RJ)
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Historic taproom in Cinelândia, Rio, offering classic Brazilian dishes and cold beer with a view of iconic landmarks. A true Carioca institution since 1921.
"This cozy pub overlooking the National Library has been a favorite spot for people-watching with amazing food and prices."
Portion Sizes
Be prepared for generous portions; a 'medium' size is often quite large.
Best Times to Visit
Visit during lunch or dinner for the freshest and hottest meals.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Brazilian
Price
Mid-range
Address
Praça Floriano, 55 - Cinelândia, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031-050, Brazil
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Historic Plaza Dining
Enjoy a vibrant outdoor dining experience overlooking iconic landmarks like the National Library and Theatro Municipal.
Generous Feijoada
Savor the authentic and hearty traditional feijoada, a must-try dish for many visitors.
Budget-Friendly Delights
Experience delicious food and drinks at remarkably reasonable prices, making it a great value.
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Portion Sizes
Be prepared for generous portions; a 'medium' size is often quite large.
Best Times to Visit
Visit during lunch or dinner for the freshest and hottest meals.
Patient Service
Friendly staff are patient with language barriers; don't hesitate to ask for help.
Wine Value
Enjoy a large glass of wine at an excellent price.
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Portion Sizes
Be prepared for generous portions; a 'medium' size is often quite large.
Best Times to Visit
Visit during lunch or dinner for the freshest and hottest meals.
Patient Service
Friendly staff are patient with language barriers; don't hesitate to ask for help.
Wine Value
Enjoy a large glass of wine at an excellent price.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Amarelinho da Cinelândia offers a historic dining experience with a lively atmosphere and generous, delicious food at reasonable prices. Many patrons praise the friendly service and the quality of dishes like feijoada and steak. However, some reviews mention occasional issues with flies and inconsistent service from specific staff members.
"Such friendly service, no English but they help you out very patiently! Good food, ace prices. Incl 25reals for a large glass of wine. Toilets are clean. Lovely atmosphere."
cat linfield
"Truly a wonderful, amazing restaurant. During the end of my trip in Rio, I was having lunch and dinner here every day for a couple weeks. I got to know many of the servers by name, and they all provided such excellent service and made me feel personally welcome every day. Many thanks to Miro, Allan, Salustiano, Vitória, Guilherme, Gustavo, Junho, and everyone else I had the privilege of meeting during my time. The food is amazing, and the experience is truly unique. An incredible historical restaurant that played a part every day in some of my favorite memories of Rio de Janeiro. They even gave me a booklet of the restaurant's history before I left. I couldn't love Amarelinho more."
Damien Desmond
"It's a great place I have been visiting for more than 15 years. I love the food. Everything is great but last time the fries were raw in the middle (rushed). One waiter (a lady) was rude."
Julian
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a historic taproom famous for its feijoada, appetizers, cold draft beer, and its prime location overlooking Cinelândia square.
The feijoada is traditionally served every Friday, though it might be available on other days as well.
Yes, reviews indicate that portion sizes are very generous, with 'medium' often being quite substantial.
While English may not be widely spoken, the staff is known for being friendly and patient in helping customers.
The restaurant offers a lovely outdoor atmosphere perfect for people-watching, especially in its elegant plaza setting.
Yes, there are occasional events like Samba roda on the last Saturday of the month, starting around 4 PM.
From Monday to Friday, an executive menu is available for R$ 35.
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