The view alone make this restaurant a top choice. Add the unique atmosphere of a tropical treehouse and a Brazilian menu and you have one of our favorite restaurants.
Chef Pedro Artagão has been perfecting his contemporary Brazilian menu to our delight. The filet, cod and rib dishes were amazing from presentation to the sauces. Add a fresh juice and you're set!
Best time to arrive in winter (August) was 3 or 4pm. Just grab a beer or caipirinha and sit on the wall overlooking the beautiful sunset and boats.
Popularly knows as the "Feira dos Paraíbas", this venue contains over 700 vendors and 35 restaurants that will transport you to the Northeast region of Brazil. Tapioca dishes are a must here.
The palmito "bamboo sprout" with alcaparra "capers" is a must. Get it with some chopp (beer on tap) and you're in business!
Spend the day at "Prainha" beach then make your way here before sunset. You will not be disappointed.
Make sure to have a drink at the Bar dos Descasados, perhaps before AND after dinner. If your feeling like a baller, try the $15+ dollar espresso.
Your late-night hunger will not stand a chance if it is faced with a filet mignon sandwich from Cervantes.
Touted as one of the oldest restaurants in Rio, lamb and cod are the must-haves at this traditional Portuguese landmark.
They put out some marmalade to distract the bees. They are harmless but if you are squeamish, find a table away from them.
The desserts are great! Have the pastel de Belém or the folhado de maça (apple turnover). Accompany it with straight espresso (the cappuccino is made from a powder mix)
Many wonders come out of their brick oven. Although their menu says they start up the fire at 7pm, they have been known to start earlier. The margarita pizza is phenomenal. Look out for monkeys!
The seafood feijoada (Feijoada de Frutos do Mar) draws locals here. That, and the cold beer.
Alaide has come up with some unique bites that are well worth a visit. Try the "bolinho de catupiri com camarão"
A local favorite. This Brazilian diner will feed your face faster than a cheetah on a bobsled. There's a reason most patrons tip even though gratuity's assumed as included with most restaurant bills.
You will feel like you are in an oasis on this closed-off block in the heart of downtown Rio. Come here to have a drink and experience some live music. Be cautious in surrounding areas at night.
Try the buraco quente (hot hole) but ignore the BBQ sauce they give with it. Get some pickled garlic as well. Don't worry, you'll still be able to smooch afterwards.
Located on a cute street near Oui Oui and Irajá Gastro, this a great compliment to a progressive dining experience. Although limited, try grabbing a seat at the bar order a few of the tapas.
Albeit pricey, you'll find some great german beer here. The Salada de Frango (Grilled Chicken Salad) is served in a crunchy parmesan basket that is very generous in size and quite tasty.
From the state of Pará, try the "Tucupi no Tacacá" (a shrimp soup with yucca). One of the ingredients has numbing properties that will make this quite a unique experience.
One of the top chains to try Açaí. If you feel high after drinking/eating one, it is most likely due to the heaps of sugar used to counter the bladness of the açaí fruit.
In general, Brazilians do not like Mexican food because it is too similar to their own cuisine and too spicy for their tastebuds. The fact that this spot is well reviewed makes it worth a visit.
As New Yorkers, Bráz offers brick oven pizza that will impress. Especially when you add some local ingredients like heart of palm.
"No frills, no fuss. Order for one, eat for two. Portions are huge! Carnivores rejoice! Meat madness that will either make you smile or sigh. One of the few spots open on Sunday in the downtown area."
Originally a butcher shop in the 80s, this spot is always bustling. The term "talho" means cut (as in butcher cut), "capixaba" refers to a native of the state of Espirito Santo. A must for breakfast.
A pricey menu and celebrity chef do an exquisite experience not always guarantee.
Feel like you haven't been eating healthy? Take a break and eat here to get back on track. Try their vegetarian lasagna!
"À Mineria" refers to food prepared in the style originating from the state of Minas Gerais. The buffet format lets you sample many of the typical flavors of "Minas" and includes unlimited cachaça!?
