Bite-size, breaded and filled with cheese that stretches when you pull them apart. Pastel de queijo is Brazil's favourite vegetarian salgadinho and the easiest thing on our counter to share.
Every Brazilian birthday table has a plate of cheese pastéis next to the coxinhas. Ours are made with a soft dough around a generous cheese centre, rolled in fine crumb and fried until deep gold. Break one open while it is hot and the cheese pulls – that moment is the whole point.
Because they are entirely vegetarian and completely mild, cheese pastéis are what we hand to children, to guests who are unsure about trying something new, and to anyone building a mixed platter of Brazilian snacks in downtown London, Ontario.
Cheese pastéis come by the portion and disappear fast, so order more than you think you need. They also hold their crunch better than most fried snacks, which makes them a reliable choice for takeout across Woodfield, SoHo and Old East Village.
Covent Garden Market regular
“A hidden gem inside Covent Garden Market. The Brazilian snacks — especially the pastel and the coxinha — are addictive and perfect for a quick lunch. Prices are reasonable and the space is clean and welcoming.”
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First-time visitor
“The staff took the time to explain all the pastel flavours and made recommendations for us first-timers. Great vegetarian options too. I'll be back regularly for take-out on workdays in the core.”
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Downtown London guest
“The pastéis are crispy and perfectly fried, the fillings are generous and every ingredient tastes fresh. The staff are so friendly — it really feels like a taste of Brazil right in downtown London.”
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Pastel de queijo means “cheese pastry.” It is a Brazilian fried pastel with a crispy, golden-brown shell around a deliciously gooey cheese filling.
Yes. Our cheese pastéis contain no meat, which makes them one of the most popular vegetarian Brazilian snacks on the menu.
No. Pão de queijo is a baked cheese bread made with tapioca flour. Pastel de queijo is a thin, deep-fried pastel pocket with a molten cheese filling.
Yes – they are a favourite for office lunches and parties. Order online or call (519) 870-8730 to arrange a platter.
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