Starbucks Coffee in Brazil?

Question

I heard that Starbucks opened 2 stores in Sao Paulo last year. Does anyone know if Rio has one yet?

http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2006/11/30/business/LA_FIN_Brazil_Starbucks.php

Answer 1

I don't think so.

Read this article:

http://travel.nytimes.com/2007/03/25/tra...

Answer 2

Not yet, I heard they have plans, but it´s not open yet.

There are lots of coffee shops Starbucks style though.

Answer 3

Just São Paulo by the moment. Opened not a year ago.