Santa Teresa & Lapa
This charming family-run bakery and cafe is one of the secret spots that make Santa Teresa so popular with locals and visitors alike. The beautiful little…
Must-see restaurants in Rio de Janeiro State
Flamengo & Around
Established in 1963, Majorica is regarded as an institution among Rio’s discerning carnivores. Although the all-you-can-eat option is not offered, we…
Rio de Janeiro
Don Pascual has undeniable charm. Amid lush scenery you'll dine on open-sided wooden decks, listening to birdsong. Not surprisingly, by night it's all…
Flamengo & Around
A brilliant new addition to Flamengo, this bright and attractive eating and drinking spot features a daytime menu of creative salads topped with grilled…
Rio de Janeiro
Well off the beaten path, this humble-looking botequim (bar with table service) serves mouthwatering petiscos (appetizers). It was started by three…
Rio de Janeiro
Located on an island near the eastern section of Barra, this charming spot serves excellent seafood dishes meant for sharing. Start off with casquinha de…
Rio de Janeiro
This venue has two halves: on one side is Void, a store and cafe/bar selling sneakers, T-shirts, baseball caps, brownies and drinks. On the other side of…
Rio de Janeiro State
Following a 16-year international culinary career that included stints working at Catalonia's renowned Can Roca (voted 'world's best restaurant'),…
Ipanema & Leblon
Graviola started out as a food truck but became such a success that brick-and-mortar eateries quickly followed. The Leblon branch has a tranquil setting…
Ipanema & Leblon
Run by a Dutch chef, Frontera offers more than 60 plates at its lunch buffet, which features a mouthwatering assortment of grilled meats, baked casseroles…
Ipanema & Leblon
Tucked away on a quiet Leblon backstreet, this low-lit space brings a dose of creativity to the Rio dining scene, with sharing plates like pork dumplings…
Ipanema & Leblon
Set on a peaceful tree-lined street, this nicely designed restaurant with a relaxing front terrace serves creative, beautifully executed dishes. Start off…
Ipanema & Leblon
This tiny cafe has a loyal local following for its excellent coffees, all-organic fare and decent vegetarian and vegan dishes – not to mention the…
Ipanema & Leblon
This restaurant on upscale Garcia d'Ávila serves a good selection of salads, burgers and unique appetizers such as calamari in manioc crust, as well as…
Ipanema & Leblon
A festive spot to eat and drink, Venga! was Rio's first authentic tapas bar when it opened back in 2009. Classic wood details and a good soundtrack set…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
This is one of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas' most popular outdoor restaurants. It serves traditional Middle Eastern specialties such as hummus, baba ghanoush,…
Rio de Janeiro
The son of famed local chef Claude Troisgros runs this high-end Brooklyn-style burger outpost, and has gained a strong following for his delicious burgers…
Rio de Janeiro
The casual Principe de Mônaco is the neighborhood destination for sizzling plates of grilled squid, fresh cherne (grouper), shrimp and a mean bowl of Leão…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
Black-and-white photographs of legendary singers cover the walls of this old-school boteco (small open-air bar) in the heart of Santa Teresa. Lively…
Ipanema & Leblon
Greek fare has at last reached the tropical shores of Rio, with this classy but inviting eatery on restaurant-lined Rua Dias Ferreira. Start off with…
Ipanema & Leblon
A newcomer to Leblon's top culinary strip, Nola has a stylish contemporary design and a creative menu that hits the right notes no matter what you're in…
Ipanema & Leblon
This trendy, high-end pizzeria serves tasty thin-crust pizzas made with fresh ingredients. Prices are higher than at other pizza joints, but the chefs –…
Rio de Janeiro
Located in the old neighborhood of Morro da Conceição, Imaculada is a Rio classic. The walls are adorned with artwork and the cooking doesn't disappoint…
Ipanema & Leblon
Bringing a touch of class to the humble rotisserie chicken, Giro has earned a following for its delectable, organic birds. Expect crispy on the outside,…
Rio de Janeiro State
This churrascaria (barbecue restaurant) near the Museu Imperial is renowned citywide for its excellent cuts of meat, accompanied by batata pastel (potato…
Búzios
Near Geribá beach, this restaurant fuses traditional Japanese cuisine with Peruvian, Mexican and other influences to create a wonderfully eclectic…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
This classic, old-time eating and drinking spot opened in 1967 and is a well-known draw for neighborhood bohemians: a noisy mix of artists, musicians and…
Ipanema & Leblon
One of the few casual dining options on the upscale culinary street of Dias Ferreira, Yalla is a small, quick-serving restaurant where you can pick up…
Ipanema & Leblon
Bringing a dash of style to the Leblon beachfront, the Café de la Musique serves high-end cocktails (R$35 to R$40) to a fashionable crowd. You can sit and…
Ipanema & Leblon
Inside the Ipanema Inn, this humble-looking place serves delectable contemporary Brazilian cooking. Seasonal, high-quality ingredients feature in the…
Rio de Janeiro State
Tall windows flanked by murals of monkeys, capybaras and tropical foliage create a cheerful mood at this renowned restaurant attached to the Hotel Solar…
Flamengo & Around
This atmospheric restaurant serves a good selection of classic Brazilian dishes by day, and transforms to a live-music spot with a menu of mostly drinks…
Rio de Janeiro
If you can't make it to up to Brazil's Nordeste (Northeast), this convivial, rather whimsically decorated restaurant is your next best option. Here you…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
This creative eating, drinking and live-music space serves up good three-course lunch specials, plus sandwiches, snacks and a huge beer selection from…
Paraty
After years traveling and working in Peru, Argentina and elsewhere around Latin America, chef-owner Lu has poured her enthusiasm for the continent's…
Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão
Proprietress Dona Celina, born and raised on Ilha Grande, has been delighting local palates for 35 years with her delicious home cooking. Grab a red…
Rio de Janeiro State
No, you're not hallucinating. Those really are köttbullar (Swedish meatballs) on the menu, along with gravad lax (salmon marinated in dill) and a plethora…
Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa
Families and businesspeople are the usual clientele of O Caranguejo, one of the most popular seafood restaurants in the neighborhood. While the more…
Paraty
Steak and a prime beachfront setting are the twin attractions at this Argentine-run eatery in Jabaquara, 2km north of Paraty's historic center. Everything…
Rio de Janeiro
Inside the massive CADEG market, Barsa serves mouthwatering dishes made with the freshest ingredients imaginable (not surprising, since Rio’s largest…
