Sunset behind Sugarloaf Mountain seen from the Embaixada Carioca dining room on Urca Hill, Rio de Janeiro
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Sunset
over the bay — the most beautiful sundowner in Rio.

Watch the sun set behind Sugarloaf Mountain from Urca Hill while enjoying a caipirinha made with Magnífica cachaça or an ice-cold Heineken draft beer. It is an ideal setting for a romantic evening, a birthday or a relaxed end to a day in Rio. Open daily from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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 House drinks

Every sip, the sun going down — the best sunset in Rio de Janeiro.

Signature cocktails made with premium cachaças and fresh tropical fruit, plus ice-cold Heineken draft beer — all overlooking Guanabara Bay. One of Rio de Janeiro's most romantic settings, 227 metres above sea level on Urca Hill.

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Seasonal caipirinhas.

Seasonal fruit such as passion fruit, pineapple with pink pepper, strawberry with basil or the classic Tahiti lime — all made with selected cachaça.

Cachaça · fresh fruit · demerara sugar
🏆 Award-winning draft beer

Draft beer Heineken.

Served at the temperature and pressure standards recognised by Heineken. A perfect head, creamy foam, chilled glass and a direct view of Sugarloaf Mountain.

Heineken draft · chilled glass
drinks

Brazilian cocktails.

Carioca Negroni (with Aperol and cachaça), Rio Margarita, House spritzes and gin and tonics with Brazilian botanicals (pink peppercorn, tonka bean and clove).

Cachaça · gin · vermouth · botanicals
craft beers

Craft beers from Rio State.

A rotating selection of craft beers from Rio and the surrounding state — IPAs, weiss beers and sour ales from regional breweries, bottled or on draft, depending on availability.

Brewteco · Hocus Pocus · Therezópolis
alcohol-free

Fresh coconut water.

Fresh green coconut served chilled in the shell or in a jug with coconut pulp. Signature mocktails and freshly made juices are also available.

Coconut · fresh juices · mocktails
Guest review
A remarkable Rio sunset from Urca Hill.
Google Reviews · 4.8 ★ · Embaixada Carioca guests
02 Hours & sunset

When the sky turns golden — sunset at Urca Hill, Rio de Janeiro.

Summer · Dec–Mar 18:45 Average sunset time
Autumn · Apr–Jun 17:30 Average sunset time
Winter · Jul–Sep 17:45 Average sunset time
Spring · Oct–Nov 18:15 Average sunset time

Sunset drinks are served every day until 9:00 PM — arrive about one hour before sunset for the best chance of a view-facing table as the sky changes from blue to warm sunset colours.

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
Panoramic view
Panoramic view of Rio
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Rio tradition since 2010

Restaurant Photos

Live band at Embaixada Carioca with Sugarloaf Mountain in the background at sunset
Embaixada Carioca restaurant hall with view of Sugarloaf Mountain at sunset
WhatsApp Support — Reservations and info for Embaixada Carioca

Practical guide for planning this visit

This page is designed to answer the questions visitors usually have before deciding where to eat during a Sugarloaf visit: access, timing, food style, view, reservation and how the stop fits into the day. Embaixada Carioca is not positioned as a generic restaurant in Rio; it is a Brazilian restaurant inside the Sugarloaf Cable Car Park route, at Urca Hill, with breakfast, lunch, caipirinhas, draft beer and event options.

Why it mattersThe location reduces friction for travelers who are already visiting Sugarloaf and want a reliable place to eat without leaving the attraction.
Best timingMorning works well for breakfast with a view; lunch is ideal for Brazilian dishes; late afternoon is useful for drinks and a slower Rio-style pause.
Access logicMost visitors reach the restaurant by cable car from Praia Vermelha. The Urca Hill trail can be an alternative when open.
Decision factorChoose this stop when the goal is to combine a landmark view, Brazilian food and a practical route inside the tourist attraction.

How to use this page

  1. Confirm whether your visit will be by cable car or trail.
  2. Check the best meal moment for your itinerary: breakfast, lunch, drinks or event.
  3. Use the reservation link when visiting on weekends, holidays or with a group.
  4. Continue exploring Urca Hill or the next cable car stage after the meal.

Useful questions before visiting

Is Embaixada Carioca inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park?

Yes. It is located on Urca Hill, at the first stop inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park, making it convenient for visitors already planning to see the attraction.

Do I need to plan access before visiting?

Yes. Most visitors arrive by cable car with a park ticket. The Urca Hill trail can be a free alternative when open and suitable for the visitor.

Is it better for breakfast, lunch or drinks?

It works for all three moments. Breakfast is best for an early scenic start, lunch for Brazilian food and afternoon for caipirinhas, draft beer and a slower view experience.

Should groups reserve?

Yes. Reservations are recommended for groups, weekends, holidays and high-traffic tourism days to reduce waiting time and organize the visit.

How to plan your sunset experience

The sunset at Morro da Urca is one of the strongest moments of the Sugarloaf visit, especially for travelers who want drinks, views and Brazilian food in one place.

For international visitors, the main point is convenience: the restaurant is already inside the attraction, so the experience does not require leaving the Sugarloaf route to find food or drinks.

The page should clearly explain ticket access, reservation logic, best timing, drink options and what kind of view the guest can expect during sunset.

  1. Check the sunset time for your travel date and arrive at the park early.
  2. Take the cable car to Morro da Urca, the first stop inside Sugarloaf Cable Car Park.
  3. Use Embaixada Carioca as your pause for caipirinhas, draft beer, snacks or a light meal.
  4. Book ahead for groups, weekends, holidays or special occasions.
  5. Confirm the park closing time before planning your return from the hill.