Is Chiktal good for a business dinner?

Chiktal is a more casual spot than a typical business-dinner venue. For executive meetings, consider a higher-end restaurant with a quieter atmosphere.

What's the average cost per person at Chiktal?

Expect to spend around R$60–120 per person at Chiktal. Prices vary with your order, drinks, and day of the week.

Does Chiktal take reservations?

Reservation policy may vary at Chiktal. Contact them directly by phone or website to confirm.

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Chiktal

Name: Chiktal
Address: R. da Alfândega, 53 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20070-000, Brasil, Rio de Janeiro, Centro
Telephone: (21) 2263-8932
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

4.5(1,824)Google$$

R. da Alfândega, 53 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20070-000, Brasil

Restaurante de alta rotatividade serve buffet variado e caseiro em salão amplo de decoração despretensiosa.

Buffet Restaurant · Restaurante · Alimentação · Ponto de Interesse · Estabelecimento

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No-frills Downtown buffet serving honest Brazilian home cooking to generations of Rio office workers

Chiktal is a Centro lunch institution that's been feeding Rio's workforce for years. This is pure Brazilian comfort food, cafeteria-style: fluffy rice, perfectly seasoned beans, roasted meats, fresh salads, and those side dishes that remind you of Sunday lunch at grandma's. The large dining room is always packed with bankers, lawyers, and office workers who know where to find a solid meal without breaking the bank. High turnover keeps things moving — you eat well, eat fast, and head back to work satisfied. It's the kind of place that doesn't need Instagram to prove its worth.

homestylebusiness lunchno-frillsall-you-can-eattraditional

Perfect visit

Arrive before noon to catch the freshest trays and beat the lunch rush. Hit the protein stations first — they empty quickly.

Good to know

It's a zoo during peak hours — don't expect personalized service. The focus here is eating well and getting back to work.

Worth trying

Carnes assadasAlways juicy and well-seasoned, the buffet's highlight
Feijão caseiroPressure-cooked beans, seasoned just right like home

Neighborhood

Essential stop in Centro's lunch circuit, where good, affordable options make all the difference in the daily grind.

Best for

quick work lunchDowntown office workersbusy daysvalue for money

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Matheus Egger

6 meses atrás

★★★★★

Eu já havia comido nesse restaurante antes, pois estive à procura de um a quilo que faz comida japonesa

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Catia Santos

um mês atrás

★★★★★

Sempre que vou ao Centro eu almoço neste restaurante, e já almoçava quando trabalhava na Rio Branco. Gosto muito. Comida boa, ambiente agradável, Staff simpáticos e atenciosos

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Júlia Oliveira

um ano atrás

★★★★★

Uma experiencia surpreendentes boa. Sou de BH e vim ao RJ para um evento no Pier Mauá e estava em busca de um restaurante para almoçar e acabei parando por acaso no Chicktal. Sou vegetariana e fiquei ...

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Simone Viviani Moreira

3 meses atrás

★★★★★

Comida deliciosa e variada. Ambiente agradável. Funcionários muito educados. Preço ótimo, o q torna o custo benefício muito bom!

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Patrícia Nascimento

8 meses atrás

★★★★★

Eu amo ir almoçar no Chiktal, principalmente quando tem bife à milanesa. É simplesmente maravilhoso! Atendimento sempre cordial, ambiente limpo e ótimas opções de refeições. Super recomendo.

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