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    Food · Local market · Reviewed October 2026

    CADEG Market in Rio: Food, Flowers & How to Visit

    Written and reviewed by Lotte — Rio local, founder & editor of PlanRio · How we research · First published · Last reviewed

    Quick answer: Is CADEG worth visiting?

    Visit CADEG if you enjoy working food markets, want to browse Brazilian produce and Portuguese groceries, or are looking for Rio beyond the South Zone. The municipal market is in Benfica and combines shops, restaurants, cafés and a flower pavilion. Hours are not one-size-fits-all: the official site says each business sets its own schedule, while the flower market lists Monday–Saturday hours and an earlier Thursday opening. Check the businesses you want before travelling, then plan the route to Rua Capitão Félix, 110 using live transit or ride information.

    CADEG at a glance

    What it is

    Mercado Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, commonly called CADEG: a working market with food shops, produce, flowers, cafés and restaurants.

    Neighborhood

    Benfica, in Rio's North Zone. Address: Rua Capitão Félix, 110, Benfica, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, CEP 20920-310.

    Opening hours

    Each shop sets its own schedule. The flower market lists Monday–Saturday, 04:00–12:00, opening at 02:00 on Thursdays.

    Entry and budget

    The official site does not list a general visitor ticket. Food, shopping and any special event are priced by the individual business or organizer.

    What to look for

    Bacalhau and Portuguese groceries, produce, cheeses, sweets, restaurants, cafés, flowers and plants.

    Public transit

    Triagem is on MetrôRio Line 2 and connects with TrensRJ. Check a live route for the final leg to the market.

    Before you go

    Check the official shop directory for the businesses you want to visit; schedules, menus, stock and payment options vary.

    Market contact

    +55 21 3890-0202, listed on CADEG's official website. Confirm details directly with a shop when possible.

    What to eat and shop for at CADEG

    CADEG is a working market rather than a single food hall with one menu or timetable. Its official listings cover shops and restaurants across several categories. Use these ideas as a starting point, then confirm today's opening hours and offer with each business.

    Names found in older CADEG recommendations include Casa dos Galegos, Cantina Sorriso, Empório Jardim and Peixaria do Zé. We could not verify their current CADEG locations, menus or schedules in the official directory checked on 4 October 2026; that does not prove a business has closed. Contact a specific venue before making a special trip, and treat older prices and event times as unverified.

    Bacalhau and Portuguese groceries

    CADEG's directory includes bacalhau shops and restaurants such as Rei do Bacalhau and Casa do Bacalhau. Look for bolinho de bacalhau, salted cod and Portuguese pantry goods, then check the current menu or shop listing before setting out.

    A meal at one of the restaurants

    The official restaurant directory currently lists businesses including Boteco Português da Gruta, Barsa, Riachão, Son Giuseppe and Rei do Bacalhau. Cuisine, menu, opening days and service vary; choose a place from the directory and confirm its current details.

    Produce and market staples

    The market includes hortifruti vendors as well as cereals, groceries, regional products, cheeses and dairy. Some businesses sell wholesale and retail, so ask about pack sizes, minimum quantities and prices before buying.

    Coffee, snacks and sweets

    CADEG lists cafeterias, snack bars, bakeries and Portuguese sweets among its shop categories. This makes a short coffee stop an easy addition to a market visit, even if you are not planning a full lunch.

    The Mercado das Flores

    The flower and plant pavilion is a separate early-morning draw. CADEG publishes its hours as Monday–Saturday, 04:00–12:00, with a 02:00 start on Thursdays; individual vendors may still differ.

    Seasonal menus and events

    CADEG publishes food festivals and special events, but dates, participating shops, menus and prices change. Check the official events and news pages for a current programme instead of relying on an old festival menu.

    Prefer a guided Rio food walk?

    This small-group food crawl is a separate Ipanema-to-downtown experience; it does not list CADEG as a stop. Check the current itinerary before booking. For other options, see our Rio food tours guide.

    See the Rio food crawl (not a CADEG tour)

    Prefer a guided market visit?

    GetYourGuide also lists a chef-led tour of Feira da Glória, a different Rio market rather than CADEG. The listing says it runs only on Sundays and is usually unavailable, so check the date, meeting point, language and food-allergy information before relying on it.

    Check Feira da Glória tour availability

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    A flexible visit plan

    Build the day around the shop, meal or flower market that matters most to you. A practical order is:

    1. Check before leaving. Open the official CADEG directory for a shop or restaurant, and confirm its schedule directly if you have a specific destination in mind.
    2. Choose your arrival route. Put the market's full address into a current map or transit app. Triagem is the nearby Line 2 station and has a train connection; check the last leg and return route for your visit time.
    3. Visit the flower pavilion early if it is a priority. Its published hours end at noon, with an earlier Thursday opening. Flower vendors may keep individual schedules.
    4. Browse and compare. Look at produce, bacalhau, regional goods, cheeses, sweets or flowers, then ask about price, portion or pack size before ordering.
    5. Make lunch plans around a confirmed restaurant. Menus, reservation policies and event programming vary, so check the chosen restaurant rather than assuming every venue is open.

    Local tips for visiting CADEG

    • Use the shop directory as a live planning tool. A market-wide opening time is not published for every vendor, and the official site says business hours vary.
    • Ask about wholesale quantities. Some produce and grocery shops serve both wholesale and retail customers; confirm pack size, minimum order and price before paying.
    • Bring a reusable bag if you plan to shop. It is handy for produce or pantry purchases; check any vendor-specific packaging or carrying needs.
    • Carry a backup payment method. Payment options can vary by business, so check ahead for a larger purchase rather than assuming every stall takes the same methods.
    • Treat festival menus as temporary. Seasonal dishes and event dates are useful inspiration, but old prices and programmes are not current offers.

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    FAQ — CADEG Market Rio

    What is CADEG in Rio de Janeiro?+

    CADEG is the commonly used name for Mercado Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, a market in Benfica with food and produce shops, florists, cafés and restaurants. Its official directory is the best place to check the current mix of businesses before visiting.

    How do I get to CADEG?+

    The address is Rua Capitão Félix, 110, Benfica, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, CEP 20920-310. MetrôRio's Triagem station is on Line 2 and integrates with TrensRJ; check a live route for the walk or connection from the station, or use a current ride-hailing route. Avoid relying on old fare estimates or directions to a different station.

    Is CADEG safe for tourists?+

    Safety can vary by time, route and current conditions, so no guide can guarantee a risk-free visit. Plan your route in advance, visit during the hours of the specific businesses you want to see, keep valuables secure and choose the transport option that feels appropriate for your plans.

    When is the best time to visit CADEG?+

    It depends on what you want to do. Go early for the flower pavilion, which CADEG lists as opening at 04:00 most days and 02:00 on Thursdays. For a meal or a particular shop, use its own current schedule; CADEG says each business sets its hours.

    How much does a meal at CADEG cost?+

    There is no reliable market-wide meal price: each restaurant sets its own menu and prices, and festival offers can expire. Check the chosen restaurant's latest menu or contact it before you go, especially if you are budgeting for a group or a shared dish.

    Do I need a reservation at CADEG restaurants?+

    Reservation policies differ by restaurant and day. Use the official directory to find the business and its contact details, then ask whether it accepts reservations and whether a special event is scheduled.

    Can I book a guided tour that visits CADEG?+

    We could not verify a specific bookable CADEG tour in PlanRio's Travelpayouts catalogue. The Rio food crawl linked below is a different experience: its listed route goes from Ipanema toward downtown and does not advertise CADEG as a stop. Confirm any tour's live itinerary before booking.

    What's the difference between CADEG and Feira de São Cristóvão?+

    CADEG is a municipal market known for its food shops, produce, flowers and restaurants. Feira de São Cristóvão is a Northeastern Brazilian cultural centre with regional food, music and events. They offer different experiences, so check each venue's current schedule and programme when planning.

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