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Bardana Cozinha Natural

Brazilian Buffet, Vegetarian, Pay-by-Weight

Vegetarian

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the traditional Brazilian dishes like feijoada and coxinha de palmito offered at the buffet.
  • Good to know: Check with staff about which desserts are vegan as some may contain dairy or lactose.
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  • Pay attention to the pay-by-weight system to control your meal cost.
  • Enjoy the outdoor seating which adds to the pleasant atmosphere near the beach.
  • Good to know: Visit at lunch hours for best selection and food temperature; late visits may see lukewarm food and fewer options.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention beans, coxinha and cheesecake.

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Also juice, lentil soup, salad, spiced potatoes, stroganoff, burrito and cake.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, affordable and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, takeout, quick bites

About

Bardana Cozinha Natural is a self-service buffet restaurant specializing in Brazilian vegetarian dishes with numerous vegan choices, located a block from Copacabana Beach. The pricing is moderate with customers paying by weight, offering notable value especially for beachside dining. While most dishes receive high praise for freshness and variety, some reviews mention the desserts can be hit or miss and occasional lukewarm temperatures, typical of buffet formats.

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Rua Sousa Lima, 37, Copacabana (at Between Av Atlântica and Av Nossa Senhora de Copacabana), Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, 22081010

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–18:00
Tuesday
11:00–18:00
Wednesday
11:00–18:00
Thursday
11:00–18:00
Friday
11:00–18:00
Saturday
11:00–18:00
Sunday
11:00–18:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
beans, lentils, soy stroganoff + 2 more

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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