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…
Must-see restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
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…
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…
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…
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…
