Oakberry Açaí — Local services in Região Geográfica Imediata do Rio de Janeiro

Why in Gods name does this place get good reviews? The girls in front of me were taking ages dissecting the entire menu so I politely asked would it be ok to order? The girl behind the counter didn’t even look up from texting on her phone to tell me no, I had to wait. Anyone who runs a busy business where you have to manage a queue, knows that’s not what you do - if someone’s holding up the queue you politely request that you you serve the people who are ready.

Five minutes later they finally ordered while I’m stood there the entire time, and she’s texting not even looking up at the ever increasing line. I make my order and she says, miserably like she hates my actual guts, “no fruit”. I’m sorry you have no fruit at all? On a acai stand? The menu is already minuscule to begin with?! I just said forget it and walked off, she seemed incredulous. I’d give it 0 stars...

It’s a little on the expensive side but I feel that it is worth the price to get quality toppings and a solid açaí base. The base itself is a little on the sweet side (it is premade) but I was assured that it was naturally sweetened with no added sugar). I got a small with chia pudding (loved this option!) choc-banana granola and coconut flakes. Delicious and conveniently right on the beach. Just take note that it is pricey for rio. It’s a “high end” chain. Think Starbucks but you will get quality and consistency even if it’s not the...

Great açaí bowls right on the beach! It’s a little pricey compared to other açaí places, but I’ve found this brand to be the most consistent with the quality of their açaí. Also, one of the few places you can add fresh passion fruit to your bowl.

Lastly, watch out for the people trying to get you to go to their barraca/beach area. The ones that are here target tourists and scam them (as their set up doesn’t have menus with...