Samba Brazil Eatery

What is Samba Brazil Eatery? Perched on Yonge Street just south of Eglinton in Mount Pleasant, Samba Brazil Eatery operated as a modest, counter-service haven dedicated to classic Brazilian street food. The compact room carried a genuine home-kitchen feel, leaning heavily toward swift takeout alongside a handful of casual seats for dining in.

Samba Brazil Eatery Menu & What to Order Crisp, flaky pastels were the undisputed stars, fried to order and packed with savoury fillings like slow-cooked carne louca or sweet-savoury queijo coalho paired with doce de leite. The coxinha de frango com requeijão caseiro was equally compelling, featuring seasoned shredded chicken and velvety cheese encased in a golden, teardrop-shaped crust. Pair an order with an icy can of Guaraná soda and finish with a dense, fudge-like chocolate brigadeiro.

Know Before You Go Samba Brazil Eatery is now permanently closed at this midtown address. During its run, the operation ran strictly on a walk-in and takeout basis, conveniently accessible via the TTC just minutes south of Eglinton station.