Restaurants in Rio De Janeiro
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Arab Da Lagoa
One of the lake's most popular outdoor restaurants, serving traditional Middle Eastern specialties such as hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, kibbe and tasty thin-crust pizzas. The large platters for two or more are good for sampling the tasty varieties. During the day, it's a peaceful refuge from the city, while at night you can hear live samba, choro (romantic, intimate samba) or jazz from 9pm (cover charge is R$6).
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Stravaganze
This small, elegant restaurant serves piping-hot pizzas cooked in a wood-burning oven. Fresh ingredients and excellent variety, along with attentive service, make this one of Rio's top pizza picks.
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Felice Caffè & Gelateria
Half a block from the beach, Felice has a small shaded front terrace for taking in the passing people parade. Head inside for air-conditioned splendor, where locals and travelers enjoy gourmet sandwiches (grilled veggies, steak, thick burgers), juicy grilled dishes, bountiful salads, and, most importantly, rich Italian-style ice cream (R$9.25 for two scoops), pulled from the highly enticing display counter in front.
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O Pescador
This place near the dock serves tasty seafood dishes best enjoyed on the front veranda. It also has cozily furnished rooms (double R$200 to R$230) – though it can get noisy in the high season.
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Talho Capixaba
This tiny deli and gourmet grocer is one of the city's best spots to put together a takeout meal. In addition to pastas, salads and antipasti, you'll find excellent sandwiches (charged by weight) made from quality ingredients. Dine inside or at the sidewalk tables in front.
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Restaurant Dom Mario
Tucked down a small lane, the amicable Dom Mario cooks delectable dishes from a small menu. His best dish is fish filet with passion-fruit sauce, though he also cooks up a juicy filet mignon.
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Porcão Rio's
Set in the Parque do Flamengo with a stunning view of Pão de Açúcar, Porcão Rio's is consistently ranked by restaurant critics as the city's best churrascaria. Whether you believe the hype – or simply come for the view – you're in for an eating extravaganza. Arrive early, both to score a good table and to see the view before sunset.
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Lamas
This classic Brazilian restaurant opened in 1874 and has fans from all over. In spite of the mileage, dishes here hold up well, and those omniscient waiters in starched white coats will tell you what's hot in the kitchen. You can't go wrong with grilled lingüiça (Brazilian sausage) or filet mignon with garlic.
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Zona Sul Supermarket
A Rio institution for nearly 50 years, Zona Sul supermarket has branches all over the city. The one in Leblon is the best of the bunch, with fresh-baked breads, imported cheeses and olives, wines, cured meats and other items. The adjoining pizza and lasagna counter serves decent plates. A handy Ipanema branch is near Praça General Osório.
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Sorvete Brasil
A delightful pit stop on a sunny day in Ipanema, Sorvete Brasil scoops up more than 50 different ice-cream flavors including Amazonian cupuaçu, lychee, star fruit and guava.
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Meza Bar
Botafogo’s see-and-be-seen hot spot serves up delectable, Brazilian-slanted tapas to a sophisticated and trendy crowd. Creative cocktails and delightful staff round out the fun here.
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Sawasdee
One of the best Thai restaurants in the state, Sawasdee showcases fresh seafood in its mouthwatering dishes. Start off with a kaipilychia (lychee and cane-liquor cocktail).
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Restaurante do Zé
The sidewalk tables at this animated eatery overlook the canal, one of the most picturesque spots in town. The house specialty is picanha na chapa (sizzling grilled steak).
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Gula Gula
Casual Gula Gula dishes up quiches and salads, but those in search of heartier fare can opt for grilled meats or other Brazilian dishes. There are other locations around the city.
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Sansushi
This tiny sushi spot on Santa Teresa's main strip attracts a loyal local following with its delectable sushi and sashimi (36 varieties) as well as teriyaki and other hot dishes.
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Bistrô Imperatriz
Within the Museu Imperial complex, this charming bistro serves up a tasty assortment of light fare at lunch, as well as afternoon tea, and gourmet Brazilian dishes for dinner.
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Estação República
Estação's buffet table is a neighborhood institution, featuring an extensive selection of salads, meats, pastas and vegetables. After 6pm the restaurant offers all-you-can-eat pizzas and crepes (R$14).
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Galitos Grill
A handy spot in the neighborhood is this open-sided purveyor of roast chicken. Grab a seat at the counter and enjoy inexpensive nicely seasoned lunch specials (around R$10), whipped up in a hurry.
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Carême
This French bistro serves excellent plates of marinated snapper, braised rabbit, and apple-and-nut risotto (among other vegetarian offerings). The desserts are legendary.
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Grão da Terra
This all-vegetarian restaurant serves a delicious assortment of baked dishes, quiche, salads and juices – including all the great Brazilian fruits you won’t find at home.
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Café Botânica
This letterbox-sized café and bistro serves tasty bites, like goat cheese quiche, pumpkin soup and homemade sandwiches. Don't neglect the tasty pie and cake selection.
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Polis Sucos
One of Ipanema's favorite spots for a dose of fresh-squeezed vitamins, this juice bar facing the Praça NS de Paz has dozens of flavors, and you can pair those tangy beverages with sandwiches or pão de queijo.
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Café Arlequim
In the middle of a shop selling books and CDs, this small, lively, pleasantly air-conditioned café is a fine spot to refuel, with Italian (Illy) coffee, sandwiches, salads, quiches, lasagna and desserts.
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Margarida Café
This charming restaurant serves tasty seafood dishes and wood-fired pizzas, which you can enjoy in the spacious lounge area or inner courtyard. Live music most nights.
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Escola do Pão
In a converted colonial mansion, this beautifully decorated restaurant serves a weekend brunch, the highlights of which are the tasty fresh-baked breads and pastries.
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