Embaixada Carioca dining room with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain · Urca Hill, Rio de Janeiro
Restaurant at the Cable Car · Morro da Urca · Sugarloaf Cable Car Park · Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
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Breakfast at Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro — Panoramic View 4.8★

A distinctive breakfast with a direct view of Sugarloaf Mountain, served every day from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM on Urca Hill. Enjoy naturally fermented breads, tropical fruit, specialty coffee and one of Rio's most memorable panoramas. Embaixada Carioca is the only restaurant inside Bondinho Pão de Açúcar Park whose dining room faces Sugarloaf Mountain directly, and it has welcomed visitors since 2010.

4.8★ · 8,255 reviews 🏆 Award-winning feijoada from Academia da Cachaça — served at Embaixada Carioca Inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park Open every day · 8:30 AM–9:00 PM
01 Breakfast Menu

Everything you can order — with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain.

From the Embaixada Breakfast for 2 to organic açaí, grilled eggs and specialty coffees — served every day from 8:30am to 11:30am at the top of Urca Hill.

Specialty coffee with Sugarloaf Mountain view at Embaixada Carioca — Urca Hill, Rio de Janeiro
★ Most ordered · For 2 people

Embaixada Breakfast

R$ 98.70for 2 people · includes 2 hot drinks
  • Selection of naturally fermented breads
  • Cold cuts, mini açaí and special granola
  • Natural yogurt, butter, jam and honey
  • Fruit of the day and a slice of daily cake
Choose 2 hot drinks:
Double espresso · Macchiato · Cappuccino · Hot chocolate · Café au lait
Full Embaixada Breakfast table — breads, cold cuts, açaí, yogurt and coffee with a view at Urca Hill
The full Embaixada Breakfast spread
Natural yogurt, organic açaí and fresh watermelon at Embaixada Carioca breakfast
Yogurt, açaí and fresh fruits
Side view of the Embaixada Breakfast table with all accompaniments
Generous table with all accompaniments
Couple enjoying breakfast at Embaixada Carioca — top view of the table
Breakfast for two
Aerial view of the breakfast table at Embaixada Carioca — full spread
The complete Embaixada spread

À la carte menu

Eggs & Omelettes

Served with a slice of grilled toast

  • Cheese and ham omeletteR$ 29.00
  • Minas cheese and tomato omeletteR$ 32.00
  • Fresh shiitake omeletteR$ 34.00
  • Scrambled eggs with baconR$ 23.00
  • Fried eggsR$ 19.00

Tapiocas

  • Cheese and hamR$ 20.00
  • Minas cheese and tomatoR$ 22.00
  • Tapioca with butterR$ 12.00

Grilled Sandwiches

  • Grilled ham & cheese or grilled cheeseR$ 16.00
  • Turkey breast with Minas cheeseR$ 19.00
  • Grilled breadR$ 9.00

Extras

  • Bread basketR$ 18.00
  • Mini rustic baguette (unit)R$ 8.00
  • Extra cheese or cold cuts (2 slices)R$ 8.00
  • Fruit or yogurt portion (each)R$ 11.00
  • Jam, honey or butter portionR$ 4.00
  • Slice of daily cakeR$ 12.00

Organic Açaí

  • Açaí babyR$ 19.50
  • Açaí cupR$ 23.00
  • + With bananaR$ 3.00
  • + With strawberryR$ 5.00
  • + Granola portionR$ 3.00
Chilled Coconut (unit) — 100% natural R$ 15.00

Coffee Bar

Brazilian Specialty Coffee, 100% Arabica

  • Espresso — short, standard, long
    small R$ 7.00 | large R$ 10.50
  • Carioca — diluted in 30ml water
    small R$ 8.00
  • Americano — diluted in 120ml water
    large R$ 8.00
  • Café au lait
    small R$ 9.00 | large R$ 12.50
  • Cappuccino
    large R$ 16.50
  • Macchiato
    small R$ 9.00 | large R$ 13.50
  • Hot chocolate
    large R$ 15.50
  • Teas — iced or hot
    Ask for flavors — R$ 9.50
  • Espresso tonic
    R$ 14.50

Filter Methods

  • Hario V60Produces a clean, smooth brew that highlights the coffee nuances150ml R$ 14.50 | 300ml R$ 19.50
  • 🫖
    French PressEnhances body and preserves essential oils150ml R$ 14.50 | 300ml R$ 19.50

Fresh Juices

Fresh fruits — 380ml

  • OrangeR$ 18.00
  • WatermelonR$ 20.00
  • PineappleR$ 20.00
  • Pineapple & mintR$ 21.00
  • MangoR$ 22.00
  • Swiss lemonadeR$ 23.00
  • Passion fruitR$ 20.00
  • Strawberry milkR$ 23.00
  • Mixed juice (2–3 fruits)R$ 24.00
  • Seasoned tomato juiceR$ 24.00
Breakfast atmosphere at Embaixada Carioca — Urca Hill, Rio de Janeiro

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Every day · 8:30am to 11:30am · Urca Hill

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Menu subject to seasonal changes. Prices in Brazilian Reais (R$), taxes included. Ask our team for gluten-free or lactose-free options.

Rio's most scenic breakfast

Breakfast every day — with Sugarloaf Mountain View.

Every day, Embaixada Carioca serves a memorable breakfast with a direct view of Sugarloaf Mountain, combining Brazilian flavors with one of Rio de Janeiro's most recognizable landscapes.

Fresh breads and brioche, tropical fruit, eggs prepared to order and morning drinks are served with Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay in the foreground, 227 meters above sea level on Urca Hill.

8:30 AM
opens every day
11:30 AM
last seating
227m
altitude above the bay
02 Hours & reservation

How to get there for breakfast with Sugarloaf Mountain View.

When we are open

BreakfastEvery day · 8:30am → 11:30am

Reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and holidays. Seating is limited so guests can enjoy the panoramic view.

How to get there

Embaixada Carioca is located on Urca Hill, inside Bondinho Pão de Açúcar Park — Av. Pasteur, 520, Urca.

🚡 Access Urca Hill by cable car, or use the trail from Praia Vermelha when it is open.

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What our visitors say

The highest-rated restaurant with a view in Rio de Janeiro.

★★★★★

“The best feijoada I've had in Rio! Eating this award-winning dish while looking at Sugarloaf Mountain is a surreal experience. 10/10 service.”

Google · Tourist from USA
★★★★★

“The perfect spot for sunset. We ordered the Brazilian Picanha (very generous portion) and ice-cold Heineken draft beer. The panoramic view is breathtaking.”

Google · Tourist from UK
★★★★★

“Unforgettable breakfast! We took the first cable car up and went straight to Embaixada. Fresh bread, natural juice, and the most beautiful view of the city. Worth every penny.”

Google · Tourist from Australia
★★★★★

“A must-stop at Urca Hill. The caipirinha with Magnífica cachaça is wonderful and the freshly fried pastries saved our late afternoon. Super pleasant atmosphere.”

Google · Tourist from Canada
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Above sea level at Urca Hill
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Panoramic view of Rio
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Rio tradition since 2010

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Breakfast with a view in Rio de Janeiro at Urca Hill

Embaixada Carioca serves breakfast with a view in Rio de Janeiro at Urca Hill, inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park. It is a practical option for visitors going up the cable car early and looking for breakfast with a direct Sugarloaf view.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best restaurant at Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca Hill Cable Car for breakfast?

Embaixada Carioca is the premier restaurant at Sugarloaf Mountain and the top choice for a restaurant at Urca Hill Cable Car to start your day. As a renowned cable car restaurant, we serve a wonderful breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM with a direct frontal view of Sugarloaf Mountain. If you are looking for a high-quality Sugarloaf restaurant for your morning, Embaixada Carioca is the perfect choice.

How do I book a table at the Sugarloaf Cable Car restaurant?

Reservations for the Sugarloaf Cable Car restaurant can be made easily through our system. As the most traditional Sugarloaf Mountain restaurant and the only full-service restaurant at the park offering breakfast, lunch, and sunset service, we highly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot with a spectacular view.

Where to eat at Sugarloaf Mountain, Urca Hill or the Cable Car?

If you are searching for where to eat at Sugarloaf Mountain, where to eat near the cable car, or want to know the best options for where to eat in Urca, Embaixada Carioca is your must-visit stop. We offer a complete breakfast buffet and delicious dishes with the most beautiful view of the city.

Do I need a Sugarloaf cable car ticket to have breakfast?

Yes, if you access the restaurant by cable car, you need a Sugarloaf Cable Car Park ticket. Embaixada Carioca is located at Urca Hill, the first cable car stop. A free alternative is the Urca Hill trail from Pista Cláudio Coutinho, depending on opening times and trail conditions.

What time is breakfast served?

Breakfast is served daily from 8:30 am. It is a good choice for visitors who want to start the Sugarloaf experience early, before the busiest hours, with a direct view of Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay.

Does breakfast have a Sugarloaf view?

Yes. Embaixada Carioca is positioned at Urca Hill with a privileged view of Sugarloaf Mountain. The setting is one of the main reasons visitors choose it for breakfast in Rio de Janeiro.

Should I reserve in advance?

Reservations are recommended on weekends, holidays and high-traffic tourism days. Booking in advance helps organize arrival time, especially for families, groups and visitors with a fixed cable car schedule.

Is breakfast suitable for families?

Yes. The atmosphere is casual, open and family-friendly. For larger groups or families with children, it is better to reserve and inform the number of guests beforehand.

Can I hike up and then have breakfast?

Yes. Visitors who enjoy nature can access Urca Hill by the trail from Pista Cláudio Coutinho, at Praia Vermelha. The hike usually takes around 30 to 40 minutes, depending on pace.

Is it useful for international visitors?

Yes. The location inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park makes it practical for tourists. The experience combines Brazilian flavors, Rio views and a convenient stop within one of the city’s main attractions.

Can I continue the tour after breakfast?

Yes. After breakfast, visitors can continue the cable car route, explore viewpoints or stay at Urca Hill to enjoy the scenery and the day’s atmosphere.

Where to eat breakfast near Sugarloaf Mountain

If you are deciding where to eat breakfast during a Sugarloaf visit, Embaixada Carioca serves breakfast daily at Morro da Urca, the first cable car stop. This is the main English page for breakfast hours, menu highlights, access information and reservations.

View the menu or book a table.