Casa Real Empório: History and Culture Combined

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Casa Real Empório in São Luís do Maranhão

The Casa Real Empório, located in the Historic Centre of São Luís, is a pleasant place to meet friends, have a quick snack in the middle of the afternoon or take a break after walking around the city centre. Located on Rua Engenheiro Couto, 59, one of the intersections of Praça D. Pedro II, Casa Real Empório seems to serve this purpose well.

Casa Real Empório em São Luís do Maranhão — Casa Real Empório in São Luís do Maranhão

Surroundings

Located in a 19th century colonial mansion, Casa Real Emporio has a charming atmosphere, with decorations that recall the history of the state, with pictures, paintings of maps and old documents, many of which are for sale in the establishment. The room is small but cosy, with walls covered in hydraulic tiles. As well as tables, there is a bar where you can chat to the staff.

The Menu

The Casa’s menu offers a variety of sweets from Maranhão and Portugal. The shop also offers a drinks list that ranges from espresso coffee to quality wines. A special highlight are the sodas made on site.

One of the favourites is the Sicilian Lemon and Green Apple, made with carbonated water and an essence that gives the fruit its aroma and colour. Other options include Raspberry and Blackberry lemonades. Craft beers are also available to customers.

Products and services

Casa Real Emporio offers a wide range of products, including

Local and international cuisine

Regional products such as cheeses, wines, sausages and sweets typical of Maranhão, as well as quality imported products.

Café and Bistro

A place where visitors can enjoy speciality coffees, juices, savoury snacks and light meals. The menu usually includes hot dishes, gourmet sandwiches, salads and desserts.

Handmade products

As well as food, the shop also sells handmade items, which can range from local handicrafts to kitchen utensils.

Personalised hampers

Casa offers the possibility of creating personalised hampers, ideal for gifts for special occasions.

Written by Willy Sievert

Editor of Bahia.ws since its founding in 2009. Based in Salvador, he travels frequently across the Northeast and all of Brazil to keep the guides up to date. Learn more about Willy Sievert →

Published on 28/02/2017 · Updated on 03/06/2025