Santa Teresa & Lapa
Conveniently located a few steps from Largo do Guimarães (Santa Teresa's epicenter), Cafe do Alto whips up filling Northeastern dishes. The wide-ranging…
Must-see restaurants in Rio de Janeiro State
Ipanema & Leblon
This artisanal Italian-run gelateria whips up Rio's best ice cream. You'll find more than two dozen rich and creamy temptations, including gianduia …
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
Thomas Troisgros, one of Rio's top chefs, dazzles guests with unforgettable meals at this award-winning restaurant set in a peaceful villa on a quiet,…
Ipanema & Leblon
True to its name, this Peruvian place specializes in ceviche and serves more than a dozen varieties of the tangy, tender seafood dish. Other great plates…
Rio de Janeiro
Much to the delight of cariocas, celebrated São Paulo chef Alberto Landgraf recently moved to Rio and opened this small, beautifully designed restaurant,…
Rio de Janeiro
Stained-glass windows, brocaded mirrors and marble countertops create a lavish setting for coffee or a meal here. Dating from the late 19th century, the…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
Under the command of chef Esteban Mateu, Térèze provides a memorable dining experience. All the elements are there, from the decadent menu to the…
Flamengo & Around
Always packed, this bustling place serves tasty and cheap Syrian-Lebanese cuisine and great juices. Try the hearty kibe de forno (an oven-baked ground…
Rio de Janeiro
Upstairs from Bar Urca's popular snack stand you'll find an elegantly set dining room with memorable views across the bay. The seafood is first rate, with…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
The much-touted pizzeria from São Paulo has had a huge following with cariocas (Rio residents) since opening in the city in 2007. Perfect crusts and…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
Just outside the entrance to the Jardim Botânico (but inside the gates off the busy roadway), Jarbô is a great anytime favorite, with a wide-ranging menu…
Rio de Janeiro State
Directly opposite the picturesque 17th-century white church on Cabo Frio's most historic square, this eatery in a colonial house serves sophisticated…
Ipanema & Leblon
Leblon's top sushi destination boasts a Zen-like ambience, with a handsome dark-wood sushi counter setting the stage for succulent cuisine. In addition to…
Rio de Janeiro
Aconchego Carioca consistently ranks as one of the best places in town to eat traditional Brazilian cuisine. The setting, cozy and welcoming, has a casual…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
A short stroll from the Jardim Botânico's north exit, this very friendly vegetarian restaurant has garnered quite a following for its deliciously healthy…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
One of Santa Teresa's most creative spaces, Bazá is equal parts vegetarian cafe, handicraft gallery and live-music venue. Stop in for tasty lentil or…
Flamengo & Around
For an alternative taste of Rio, head up to Tavares Bastos for an amazing feast of Indian cuisine. Chef Bruno Dantas Nadkarni learned from his Indian…
Rio de Janeiro
Hands down, Azumi serves some of the best traditional Japanese cuisine in Rio. This laid-back sushi bar certainly has its fans – both in the nisei…
Rio de Janeiro
The sourdough revolution has yet to take hold in Rio, so this modern bakery is something of a pioneer. A range of superb sourdough loaves are baked on…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
Inside the lush Parque Lage, this beautifully located cafe serves an expansive array of dishes, including eggs Benedict and roasted eggplant lasagna, as…
Rio de Janeiro
Set with checkered tablecloths, exposed brick and decorations from the Old World, La Trattoria has been a neighborhood favorite since 1976. Shrimp dishes…
Rio de Janeiro
Humaitá’s see-and-be-seen hot spot serves delectable, Brazilian-slanted tapas to a sophisticated and trendy crowd. Creative cocktails and delightful staff…
Flamengo & Around
In the Amazonian state of Pará, people order their tacacá late in the afternoon from their favorite street vendor. In Rio, you don't have to wait until…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
Located in a prime spot next to the Jardim Botânico, this upmarket pizzeria offers Neapolitan-style pizzas with elaborate toppings such as crispy octopus,…
Rio de Janeiro
Going strong since 1906, this frozen-in-time delicatessen is lined with bottles, canned goods and other preserves. The attached restaurant serves Paladino…
Rio de Janeiro
The aroma of succulent paella hangs in the air as waiters hurry to and from the kitchen bearing platefuls of fresh seafood. Shirley, opened in 1954, was…
Rio de Janeiro
With its tall ceilings, exposed Edison bulbs, lounge-like music and chunky wooden tables, Mironga channels a Brooklyn vibe, which is unsurprising given…
Rio de Janeiro
The Bakers is a fine spot for flaky croissants, banana Danishes, apple strudels and other treats. There are also waffles, omelets, salads, gourmet…
Rio de Janeiro
One of Rio's best roast-chicken spots, laid-back Galeto Sat's has earned many fans since it opened back in 1962. Grab a seat along the mirrored, tiled…
Rio de Janeiro
Though it's just a short stroll from Copacabana's busiest thoroughfare, this little cafe (which shares space with a home-design store) maintains a…
Rio de Janeiro
This simple Peruvian-run restaurant serves arguably the best ceviche in Rio. Although there is some seating inside the restaurant, most diners sit outside…
Flamengo & Around
Colorfully decorated with Andean tapestries and artwork, this tiny Peruvian restaurant serves mouthwatering ceviches, papas rellenas (meat-filled potatoes…
Rio de Janeiro
Exposed brick and tall windows lend a vaguely Parisian air to this charming upstairs lunchtime spot. The menu changes daily and features specials like…
Rio de Janeiro
This buzzing cafe and deli serves juices, waffles, crepes, salads, antipasti plates and specialty sandwiches. On weekends the large plant-trimmed front…
Rio de Janeiro
Exposed brick walls and a mishmash of retro furnishings set the scene for dining in style at Botafogo’s culinary darling. Chef Roberta Ciasca serves her…
Flamengo & Around
Well off the beaten path, Luigi's is a casual Italian restaurant set in an old villa in Laranjeiras. Join neighborhood regulars for a drink in the small…
Rio de Janeiro
A Copacabana institution, the late-night Cervantes attracts cariocas who come to feast on the trademark filet mignon and pineapple sandwiches. This…
Rio de Janeiro
One of Leme's classic Italian restaurants, La Fiorentina attracted Rio's glitterati in the 1960s. Today its beach-facing outdoor tables draw a loyal,…
Rio de Janeiro
On Copacabana's oceanfront road, Arab is a laid-back spot where you can linger at an outdoor table over delicious platters of tabbouleh, hummus, baba…
Ipanema & Leblon
Chef Pedro Siqueira made waves in 2015 with the opening of his excellent restaurant Puro in Jardim Botânico. Building on that success, Siqueira opened…
