iFood
Brazil's #1 food delivery app, with massive restaurant coverage.
What iFood is
iFood is Brazil's leading food delivery app, with extensive restaurant and grocery coverage across cities large and small. For travelers staying in apartments or wanting a meal without going out, it's the most comprehensive way to order food in Brazil.
What it does for travelers
- ✓Huge selection of restaurants, from local spots to chains, in most Brazilian cities
- ✓Grocery, pharmacy, and convenience delivery beyond just restaurant meals
- ✓Live order tracking with delivery time estimates
- ✓In-app card payment as well as cash-on-delivery in many areas
- ✓Frequent promotions and discounts for app users
Good to know
- iFood operates in Brazil only and uses a primarily Portuguese interface.
- Some foreign credit cards work, but others are declined, so a cash-on-delivery option or a local payment method can be a useful backup.
- A delivery address with enough local detail is needed; entering a hotel or apartment correctly helps couriers find you.
- An internet connection is required to browse and order.
Tips from the road
- Enter your address carefully and add reference points or a unit number, since couriers rely on clear location details.
- Watch the minimum order value and delivery fee, which vary by restaurant and distance.
- Translation tools help with menu items if your Portuguese is limited.
- Order slightly ahead of peak meal times, as waits grow during busy lunch and dinner hours in big cities.
When to reach for it
Use iFood anywhere in Brazil when you'd rather have food, groceries, or pharmacy items delivered than go out. Its coverage is the widest of any delivery app in the country.
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iFood — frequently asked
Can I pay with a foreign card on iFood?
Often yes, but some international cards are rejected. Having a cash-on-delivery option or local payment method available is a sensible backup.
Is iFood only for restaurant food?
No. Besides restaurants, it delivers groceries, pharmacy items, and convenience-store products in many areas.
Does iFood work outside Brazil?
No. It's a Brazil-only service, so you'll need a different delivery app elsewhere.